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Our Favorite Books of 2016

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We here at CHPL sure do love books and reading, and it was hard to pick just a few favorites of the year...so here is a big ol' list of what we read and loved in 2016. What were your favorites this year?

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Chapel Hill Public Library

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Another Brooklyn

Another Brooklyn

by Woodson, Jacqueline

Book - 2016

2 votes! I've loved all the Jacqueline Woodson books I've read but this is definitely one of my favorites. She truly works magic with words- every sentenc...Show more 2 votes! I've loved all the Jacqueline Woodson books I've read but this is definitely one of my favorites. She truly works magic with words- every sentence feels important, every paragraph naturally poetic and meaningful. She smoothly carries you from the first page to the last with characters, settings, and plots that stick with you as if they've always been there. (Krystal); This book is a powerful novel of a life that I could relate to on a personal level. (Yadira) Show less

2 votes! I've loved all the Jacqueline Woodson books I've read but this is definitely one of my favorites. She truly works magic with words- every sentenc...Show more 2 votes! I've loved all the Jacqueline Woodson books I've read but this is definitely one of my favorites. She truly works magic with words- every sentence feels important, every paragraph naturally poetic and meaningful. She smoothly carries you from the first page to the last with characters, settings, and plots that stick with you as if they've always been there. (Krystal); This book is a powerful novel of a life that I could relate to on a personal level. (Yadira) Show less

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Underground Airlines

Underground Airlines

by Winters, Ben H.

Book - 2016

This is a provocative alternate history that re-imagines our world if the Civil War never happened and slavery were still state-sanctioned. The book remin...Show more This is a provocative alternate history that re-imagines our world if the Civil War never happened and slavery were still state-sanctioned. The book reminded me in its style and the immediacy of its first-person narration of Margaret Atwood's chilling work of speculative fiction, The Handmaid's Tale. Both narrators are survivors behind enemy lines, a decidedly tricky spot, and readers aren't quite sure of their reliability. Brilliant, compelling, couldn't put it down. (Molly) Show less

This is a provocative alternate history that re-imagines our world if the Civil War never happened and slavery were still state-sanctioned. The book remin...Show more This is a provocative alternate history that re-imagines our world if the Civil War never happened and slavery were still state-sanctioned. The book reminded me in its style and the immediacy of its first-person narration of Margaret Atwood's chilling work of speculative fiction, The Handmaid's Tale. Both narrators are survivors behind enemy lines, a decidedly tricky spot, and readers aren't quite sure of their reliability. Brilliant, compelling, couldn't put it down. (Molly) Show less

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Journey to Munich

Journey to Munich

A Maisie Dobbs Novel

by Winspear, Jacqueline

Book - 2016

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The Underground Railroad

The Underground Railroad

by Whitehead, Colson

Book - 2016

Has Oprah ever steered us wrong? Well, fine, but this book…this book. Cora is so layered and complex, the plot is often nail-biting, and the alternate wor...Show more Has Oprah ever steered us wrong? Well, fine, but this book…this book. Cora is so layered and complex, the plot is often nail-biting, and the alternate world (in which the underground railroad is a literal railroad, among other fantasims) is so familiar that you'll forget Cora's story isn't real. I'm still thinking about parts of this book, even months later. Unlike anything I've read before. (Susan M) Show less

Has Oprah ever steered us wrong? Well, fine, but this book…this book. Cora is so layered and complex, the plot is often nail-biting, and the alternate wor...Show more Has Oprah ever steered us wrong? Well, fine, but this book…this book. Cora is so layered and complex, the plot is often nail-biting, and the alternate world (in which the underground railroad is a literal railroad, among other fantasims) is so familiar that you'll forget Cora's story isn't real. I'm still thinking about parts of this book, even months later. Unlike anything I've read before. (Susan M) Show less

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Miss Jane

Miss Jane

by Watson, Brad

Book - 2016

My kind of story- beautifully simple with amazingly memorable characters. Extra points for it being historical and southern. I was not familiar with Brad Watson but will definitely seek out his other works. (Krystal) My kind of story- beautifully simple with amazingly memorable characters. Extra points for it being historical and southern. I was not familiar with Brad Watson but will definitely seek out his other works. (Krystal) Show less

My kind of story- beautifully simple with amazingly memorable characters. Extra points for it being historical and southern. I was not familiar with Brad Watson but will definitely seek out his other works. (Krystal) My kind of story- beautifully simple with amazingly memorable characters. Extra points for it being historical and southern. I was not familiar with Brad Watson but will definitely seek out his other works. (Krystal) Show less

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The Sound of Gravel

The Sound of Gravel

A Memoir

by Wariner, Ruth

Book - 2016

A powerful and riveting memoir that you won't be able to put down. Be prepared to experience all the emotions. (Amanda) A powerful and riveting memoir that you won't be able to put down. Be prepared to experience all the emotions. (Amanda) Show less

A powerful and riveting memoir that you won't be able to put down. Be prepared to experience all the emotions. (Amanda) A powerful and riveting memoir that you won't be able to put down. Be prepared to experience all the emotions. (Amanda) Show less

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Archie

Archie

by Waid, Mark

Graphic Novel - 2016-

Great, fresh re-imagining of the classic comic. (Molly) Great, fresh re-imagining of the classic comic. (Molly) Show less

Great, fresh re-imagining of the classic comic. (Molly) Great, fresh re-imagining of the classic comic. (Molly) Show less

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Vinegar Girl

Vinegar Girl

The Taming of the Shrew Retold

by Tyler, Anne

Book - 2016

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Thug Kitchen

Thug Kitchen

Party Grub

Book - 2015

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The Hating Game

The Hating Game

by Thorne, Sally

Book - 2016

It’s an office rom-com meets a romance novel. And it’s hilarious. (Martha) It’s an office rom-com meets a romance novel. And it’s hilarious. (Martha) Show less

It’s an office rom-com meets a romance novel. And it’s hilarious. (Martha) It’s an office rom-com meets a romance novel. And it’s hilarious. (Martha) Show less

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A Study in Scarlet Women

A Study in Scarlet Women

A Lady Sherlock Mystery

by Thomas, Sherry

Book - 2016

Genderswapped Sherlock Holmes! What’s not to love? This is sharp and witty and an excellent set-up for a new series. (Martha) Genderswapped Sherlock Holmes! What’s not to love? This is sharp and witty and an excellent set-up for a new series. (Martha) Show less

Genderswapped Sherlock Holmes! What’s not to love? This is sharp and witty and an excellent set-up for a new series. (Martha) Genderswapped Sherlock Holmes! What’s not to love? This is sharp and witty and an excellent set-up for a new series. (Martha) Show less

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Safe in A Storm

Safe in A Storm

by Swinburne, Stephen R.

Book - 2016

Beautifully illustrated, with sharp colors, and a different cast of animal characters. It’s all about little animals being cuddled by their parents, during a bad storm. (Christie) Beautifully illustrated, with sharp colors, and a different cast of animal characters. It’s all about little animals being cuddled by their parents, during a bad storm. (Christie) Show less

Beautifully illustrated, with sharp colors, and a different cast of animal characters. It’s all about little animals being cuddled by their parents, during a bad storm. (Christie) Beautifully illustrated, with sharp colors, and a different cast of animal characters. It’s all about little animals being cuddled by their parents, during a bad storm. (Christie) Show less

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The Wicked Boy

The Wicked Boy

The Mystery of A Victorian Child Murderer

by Summerscale, Kate

Book - 2016

True Crime. Victorian Child Murderer. Atmospheric. Historically accurate. (Susan N) True Crime. Victorian Child Murderer. Atmospheric. Historically accurate. (Susan N) Show less

True Crime. Victorian Child Murderer. Atmospheric. Historically accurate. (Susan N) True Crime. Victorian Child Murderer. Atmospheric. Historically accurate. (Susan N) Show less

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My Name Is Lucy Barton

My Name Is Lucy Barton

by Strout, Elizabeth

Book - 2016

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Lady Cop Makes Trouble

Lady Cop Makes Trouble

A Kopp Sisters Novel

by Stewart, Amy

Book - 2016

The word "charming" pales as a description of the delightful Miss Kopp, who, along with her sisters, offers an amazingly realistic window to her...Show more The word "charming" pales as a description of the delightful Miss Kopp, who, along with her sisters, offers an amazingly realistic window to her time and place. Fans of historical mysteries and gentle reads like A.J. Fikry or The Rosie Project will smile at this sharp and witty caper. (Tracy) Show less

The word "charming" pales as a description of the delightful Miss Kopp, who, along with her sisters, offers an amazingly realistic window to her...Show more The word "charming" pales as a description of the delightful Miss Kopp, who, along with her sisters, offers an amazingly realistic window to her time and place. Fans of historical mysteries and gentle reads like A.J. Fikry or The Rosie Project will smile at this sharp and witty caper. (Tracy) Show less

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I Love Lemonade

I Love Lemonade

by Sommerset, Mark

Book - 2016

My kids thought this one was hysterically funny—a turkey tries to play a naughty trick on a sheep, and it backfires. Needless to say, it ain’t lemonade in that glass!! (Christie) My kids thought this one was hysterically funny—a turkey tries to play a naughty trick on a sheep, and it backfires. Needless to say, it ain’t lemonade in that glass!! (Christie) Show less

My kids thought this one was hysterically funny—a turkey tries to play a naughty trick on a sheep, and it backfires. Needless to say, it ain’t lemonade in that glass!! (Christie) My kids thought this one was hysterically funny—a turkey tries to play a naughty trick on a sheep, and it backfires. Needless to say, it ain’t lemonade in that glass!! (Christie) Show less

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The Last Painting of Sara De Vos

The Last Painting of Sara De Vos

by Smith, Dominic

Book - 2016

Detailed intrigue. Amsterdam 1600's. New York City 1950's. Sydney, Australia, present day. (Susan N) Detailed intrigue. Amsterdam 1600's. New York City 1950's. Sydney, Australia, present day. (Susan N) Show less

Detailed intrigue. Amsterdam 1600's. New York City 1950's. Sydney, Australia, present day. (Susan N) Detailed intrigue. Amsterdam 1600's. New York City 1950's. Sydney, Australia, present day. (Susan N) Show less

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Poo in the Zoo

Poo in the Zoo

by Smallman, Steve

Book - 2015

The title says it all(!) It’s about a pooper-scooper in the zoo, who’s fortune is made when he comes across some neon-green poop. (Christie) The title says it all(!) It’s about a pooper-scooper in the zoo, who’s fortune is made when he comes across some neon-green poop. (Christie) Show less

The title says it all(!) It’s about a pooper-scooper in the zoo, who’s fortune is made when he comes across some neon-green poop. (Christie) The title says it all(!) It’s about a pooper-scooper in the zoo, who’s fortune is made when he comes across some neon-green poop. (Christie) Show less

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The Crown's Game

The Crown's Game

by Skye, Evelyn

Book - 2016

I wasn't sure what to expect from this one. It was recommended to me by a patron, so I gave it a try. I absolutely have to agree with her assessment. It's...Show more I wasn't sure what to expect from this one. It was recommended to me by a patron, so I gave it a try. I absolutely have to agree with her assessment. It's fast paced, following the two main characters that you get to see grow and handle the challenges thrown at them. All set in Russia, back in the days of the Tsars. I even get to see if I can still read a few words of Russian. (Laura) Show less

I wasn't sure what to expect from this one. It was recommended to me by a patron, so I gave it a try. I absolutely have to agree with her assessment. It's...Show more I wasn't sure what to expect from this one. It was recommended to me by a patron, so I gave it a try. I absolutely have to agree with her assessment. It's fast paced, following the two main characters that you get to see grow and handle the challenges thrown at them. All set in Russia, back in the days of the Tsars. I even get to see if I can still read a few words of Russian. (Laura) Show less

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A Modern Retelling of Pride and Prejudice

by Sittenfeld, Curtis

Book - 2016

2 votes! A modern retelling of Pride and Prejudice that is total fun. Bingley is a reality TV star, Elizabeth has moved back home to manage her parents, and Kitty and Lydia are avid crossfitters, what's not to love? (Amanda); Fun and frothy. (Molly) 2 votes! A modern retelling of Pride and Prejudice that is total fun. Bingley is a reality TV star, Elizabeth has moved back home to manage her parents, and Kitty and Lydia are avid crossfitters, what's not to love? (Amanda); Fun and frothy. (Molly) Show less

2 votes! A modern retelling of Pride and Prejudice that is total fun. Bingley is a reality TV star, Elizabeth has moved back home to manage her parents, and Kitty and Lydia are avid crossfitters, what's not to love? (Amanda); Fun and frothy. (Molly) 2 votes! A modern retelling of Pride and Prejudice that is total fun. Bingley is a reality TV star, Elizabeth has moved back home to manage her parents, and Kitty and Lydia are avid crossfitters, what's not to love? (Amanda); Fun and frothy. (Molly) Show less

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Duck on A Tractor

Duck on A Tractor

by Shannon, David

Book - 2016

One mischievous white duck goes for a ride on the farmer’s tractor, and all his animal friends come along. My kids thought the idea of a cow riding on the hood of a tractor was especially funny. (Christie) One mischievous white duck goes for a ride on the farmer’s tractor, and all his animal friends come along. My kids thought the idea of a cow riding on the hood of a tractor was especially funny. (Christie) Show less

One mischievous white duck goes for a ride on the farmer’s tractor, and all his animal friends come along. My kids thought the idea of a cow riding on the hood of a tractor was especially funny. (Christie) One mischievous white duck goes for a ride on the farmer’s tractor, and all his animal friends come along. My kids thought the idea of a cow riding on the hood of a tractor was especially funny. (Christie) Show less

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A Gathering of Shadows

A Gathering of Shadows

by Schwab, Victoria

Book - 2016

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The Girl With the Lower Back Tattoo

The Girl With the Lower Back Tattoo

by Schumer, Amy

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The Magic of Broths

The Magic of Broths

60 Great Recipes for Healing Broths and Stock and How to Make Them

by Sandler, Nick

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Everybody's Fool

Everybody's Fool

by Russo, Richard

Book - 2016

I felt like I knew these people in all their wounded glory. Full of hilarity and pathos. You’ll laugh out loud. (Meeghan) I felt like I knew these people in all their wounded glory. Full of hilarity and pathos. You’ll laugh out loud. (Meeghan) Show less

I felt like I knew these people in all their wounded glory. Full of hilarity and pathos. You’ll laugh out loud. (Meeghan) I felt like I knew these people in all their wounded glory. Full of hilarity and pathos. You’ll laugh out loud. (Meeghan) Show less

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