Staff Picks
Loved this book that delved deeply into the psyches of the the main characters and their motivations. The neighborhoods of Sag Harbor and Manhattan were picturesquely portrayed, and the world of publishing was fascinating. You will think about this book long after you reluctantly put it down.
Highly Recommended by Sarah
Women, gay love, medieval religion, mothers, miscarriages, prejudice, patriarchy, beekeeping, and dogs. It has it all. All centered around the real events of the Dancing Plague of 1518 in Strasbourg.
Recommended by Kristine
A rare treat of a read. I savored every minute of this detailed critique of New York society filled with flawed but lovable characters.
Recommended by Sarah
Conjuring the magic of The Arabian Nights, you can imagine yourself sitting around a campfire on a cool desert evening as Amina al Sirafi tells of her adventures. And I hope you aren't sensitive because she is brash, brazen, and foul mouthed! A truly singular and compelling voice, Amina still reminded me of all the heroic tales I grew up reading. For anyone who fancies themselves a pirate, swashbuckler, magic hunter, and mother.
Highly Recommended by Kristine
This was stunningly creative and original for such an old tale. Barnhill pulls the folklore of the crane wife into the future with deft and often dark imagery. The story of a woman and a daughter striving to use their art to find peace in a misogynist world. Loads to unpack and think about.
Recommended by Kristine
Rebecca Makkai is an expert story weaver. From page 1, I was hyper-engrossed in her newest novel and it consumed every free moment I had for 48 hours. From it's quaint, cozy, and problematic boarding school campus to the world of podcasting, to an ever unraveling murder mystery, I HAVE SOME QUESTIONS FOR YOU defies all expectations and keeps you on the edge of your seat!
Recommended by Kimi
When a priceless Greek vase appears at her uncle's bogus antiquarian shop, it sets off a series of events and reveals secrets from the past that change Dora's life. Fast-paced, unputdownable antiquarian mystery set in Georgian London. Complete with a strong heroine, sleezy uncle, and kindhearted paramour.
Recommended by Kristine
Puppets are terrifying and Hendrix has no qualms reinforcing this. And terrifyingly haunted ones can lead to rather gruesome consequences. Again, Hendrix doesn't hold back. Though sometimes it wasn't the horror that made me squirm, but the reality - flying with an irate toddler for example. Thoroughly enjoyable and loads of fun.Recommended by Kristine
This is a little gem packed with a lot of wit in the midst of deep family history. Zigman is an in-house favorite at Buttonwood.
Recommended by Kathy
A fun, twisty gothic-esque mystery set in a dreamy Italian villa. An interesting look at female best friends, toxic relationships, fame, and the life of artists.
Recommended by Kristine
An Instant New York Times Bestseller!
From the New York Times bestselling author of The Love Hypothesis comes a collection of steamy, STEMinist novellas featuring a trio of engineers and their loves in loathing—with a special bonus chapter!
Under One Roof