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“Meant to Be”

The following items are available at the Hancock County Public Library, 900 W. McKenzie Road. Descriptions are provided by the publisher, unless otherwise noted. For more information on the library’s collection or to reserve a title, visit hcplibrary.org.

Fiction: “Meant to Be” by Emily Giffin

The Kingsley family is American royalty, beloved for their military heroics, political service, and unmatched elegance. In 1968, after Joseph S. Kingsley, Jr. is killed in a tragic accident, his charismatic son inherits the weight of that legacy. But Joe III is a free spirit and a little bit reckless. Despite his best intentions, he has trouble meeting the expectations of a nation, as well as his exacting mother. Meanwhile, no one ever expected anything of Cate Cooper. She, too, grew up fatherless, and after her mother remarried an abusive man, she was forced to fend for herself. When Joe and Cate unexpectedly cross paths one afternoon, their connection is instant and intense. But can their relationship survive the glare of the spotlight and the so-called Kingsley Curse? description.

Nonfiction: “The Office BFFs” by Jenna Fischer and Angela Kinsey

A behind-the-scenes, richly-illustrated celebration of beloved “The Office” co-stars Jenna Fischer and Angela Kinsey’s friendship, and an insiders’ view of Pam Beesly, Angela Martin, and the iconic TV show.

Youth: “Our World is a Family: Our Community Can Change the World” by Miry Whitehill

“Learn how to welcome new neighbors into your community, particularly when they might be far from home, in this uplifting and diverse picture book that champions human connection and inclusivity.” — Amazon