The leaves are turning! The pumpkin spice lattes are churning! It’s time to curl up with a good book, South Forkers. And the fine folks at Hampton Bays Library have some solid (and, sometimes, spooky!) suggestions for your page-turning pleasure.
Forget Me Not by Stacy Willingham
“Claire’s quest to quiet her misgivings about the murder of her sister, Natalie, 22 years ago becomes a reality when she returns home to South Carolina. This book includes a ton of suspense and plot twists, coupled with learning what a muscadine is made this an enjoyable read. — Regina Kenter, library business manager
Atmosphere by Taylor Jenkins-Reid
“Whether you’ve read Taylor Jenkins-Reid before or this is your very first time, you’re in for a real treat. This novel gets into the challenges women encounter as they chase their dreams, follow their hearts and carve out their space in a man’s world. And if you’ve ever dreamed of becoming an astronaut, you’ll enjoy it even more!” — Stephanie McEvoy, library director,
Witchcraft for Wayward Girls by Grady Hendrix
“A twisted Southern Gothic horror, the story follows ‘wayward’ girls—labeled as loose, or as girls who grew up too fast—who are sent to the Wellwood House in St. Augustine, Florida. There, unwed mothers are hidden by their families to have their babies in secret, give them up for adoption and, most important of all, to forget any of it ever happened.” — Donna Valle, adult programming librarian
How Freaking Romantic by Emily Harding
“This is Emily Hardings’ solo debut in which Bea, an aspiring lawyer, is forced to work alongside the opposing counsel in her best friend’s divorce. While this story has a classic enemies-to-lovers trope, it also has a lot of emotional growth of the characters that you don’t always experience from a rom-com.” — Carole Lingg, head of reference and adult services
We are all Guilty Here by Karin Slaughter
“A terrific new book with a complex lead character by Karin Slaughter. The mysterious disappearance of two teenage girls is personal for Officer Emmy Clifton. Everyone is hiding their secrets in this small town. So many twists and secrets to keep you guessing along the way. I recommend it to anyone who loves a good mystery.” — Joanne Silk, business office
