Well this is exciting!  The following are book reviews written by the library staff.  This is our first run at this segment and look for a lot more in the future.  If you have a book review or want to report on an upcoming or past event just let me know - bruce@friendsofmedfordlibrary.org!

The Let Them Theory by Mel Robbins. 

It's like a roadmap that guides the reader through challenges in life. The theory behind the phrase "Let Them" is a practical one, relatable through stories and backed by research. It teaches the reader to let others do what they need to and lets the reader use the tools and exercises described within to find peace and move on. For me, it's been freeing to learn to do this. 

-Evalyn, Administration 

Schott's Significa: A Miscellany of Secret Languages by Ben Schott

This dictionary of dozens of English-language jargons is fascinating reading for any word nerd!

-Andrew, Adult Services

Where the Dark Stands Still by  A. B. Poranek. 

A story about accepting yourself, demonic bargains, and semi-sentient forest manor homes. This dark fantasy tale based on Polish folklore is great for fans of "The Ancient Magus' Bride" and "Howl's Moving Castle".

-Maddie, Youth Services

A Family is a Family is a Family by Sara O'Leary

One child is worried that her family is just too different to explain, but one by one, her classmates describe who they live with and who loves them -- family of every shape, size and every kind of relation -- the child realizes that as long as her family is full of caring people, her family is special.

-Ash, Youth Services

Front Desk by Kelly Yang

A middle grade novel about a ten year old who lives in a motel with her immigrant parents who manage the motel. Though they go through hardship, it's balanced with warmth and humor. Kelly Yang shows the power of a child’s courage to change her family’s future. 

-Ash, Youth Services