Reggie Perry Perry itibaren Vadukuppam, Puducherry 605106, Hindistan itibaren Vadukuppam, Puducherry 605106, Hindistan

I don't get why people love this book. The writing was far from fantastic. The story wasn't completely captivating. It was a free gift, and I recycled it into my classroom library. I think it is more suiting for kids to read anyway. Do adults just not read good literature?

Here Lies the Librarian Here Lies the Librarian, by Richard Peck, opens with a twister reeking havoc in Beulah Land Cemetery, opening graves and leaving contents strewn all about. Pee Wee and big brother Jake, along with Aunt Hat and Colonel Hazelrag, who is stuck in time fighting the civil war, take all in stride. The library, shut down since the former librarian died on duty under the card catalog, is brought back to life when four Library Science Co-eds set out to bring refinement, charm and etiquette to the town and to a few of the town folk. A few unethical shenanigans, a toad at the library tea, a stolen car, and a race that ends in less than a photo finish are all the “price of progress” in this nostalgic but funny tale that is chock full of surprises. Personal thoughts: The card catalog may be long gone, but as library media specialists, it's important that we don't take the Colonel's road. A little charm, etiquette, and a whole lot of technoskill. Loved the book. Richard Peck, you walk on water!

I have to admit, when I first started reading this novel I found it hard to follow. But I'm glad I stuck to it - by page 80 it all comes together... The book begins in present day, but a *different* present day... The story is told by Kathy H, and I found myself liking her right away. She's a down-to-earth 31 year old woman who lived in a private boarding school in England for most of her life. She's now a "carer" and I truthfully don't want to say too much more at this point thinking I'll only harm the flow of the book. Kathy tells stories of Hailsham (her former school) and the encounters she has with her best friends Ruth & Tommy. Everything unfolds as Kathy remembers more of the past. Kathy's story pulled at my heart and yes, I cried throughout... This isn't your typical chick lit book but I hope my friends will give it a chance and see the beauty in its pages.