Romsey School Library

Good Reads and New Titles

New titles in the Library

There are always new books coming in to the Library. They are often displayed on the tables near the counter. Here are a few of the recent additions. Click on the link for a short summary of the book.

Fiction Titles	Non Fiction Titles
Useful Idiots by Jan Mark	Big Numbers 500
Eldest by Christopher Paolini	Loathsome London 914.21
Blood Fever by Charlie Higson	J17 Guide to Being Gorgeous 646.7
The Colossus of Rhodes by Caroline Lawrence	Ray Mears Essential Bushcraft 796.5
Small Steps by Louis Sachar	The Worst Jobs in History 941
Tread Softly by Kate Pennington	Are you Tough Enough? 613
Framed by Frank Cottrell Boyce	Art Auction Mystery 750

Useful Idiots By Jan Mark

In the year 2255, the British Isles have altered beyond recognition. The world’s climate has changed and rising seas have engulfed the east of the islands. A remnant tribe, the Inglish, cling on to an archaic way of life. Merrick, a young archaeology graduate, gets involved with them when he takes an interest in an ancient skull. However, his involvement leads him to become a guinea-pig in a bizarre experiment in evolution.

Eldest by Christopher Paolini

Eragon and his dragon, Saphira, have just saved the rebel state from destruction by the mighty forces of King Galbatorix, cruel ruler of the Empire. Now Eragon must travel to Ellesmera, land of the elves for further training in magic and swordsmanship, the vital skills of a Dragon Rider. It is the journey of a lifetime, with many adventures. But chaos and betrayal plague him and Eragon isn’t sure who he can trust.

This is book two in The Inheritance Trilogy and follows on from Eragon.

Blood Fever by Charlie Higson

A boy’s family disappears at sea. A shadowy society is operating in a hidden corner of the school. And far from England, in the bandit-infested interior of Sardinia, a sinister Italian count has built himself a mountain fortress.

Is there a connection? Young James Bond is about to find out – and face a lethal group of villains beneath the burning Mediterranean sun.

The second in the Young James Bond series, following on from Silverfin.

The Colossus of Rhodes by Caroline Lawrence

Spring A.D. 80. The sailing season has begun. Lupus decides to see if his mother is still alive and to follow his uncle’s dying wish. He and his friends sail to the island of Rhodes, site of one of the wonders of the ancient world…and base of a criminal mastermind.

One of the series of Roman Mysteries about Flavia, Nubia and Jonathan. There are several titles available in the library.

Small Steps by Louis Sachar

If you enjoyed reading “Holes” then you will want to read this follow-up book, in which the character, “Armpit” takes centre stage. When Armpit gets mixed up with his old friend X-Ray from Camp Green Lake, and gets involved in a concert ticket scam, things look set to go wrong again. But that’s only the beginning of Armpit’s troubles.

Tread Softly by Kate Pennington

Tread Softly tells the story behind the cloak Sir Walter Raleigh famously sacrificed to save the shoes of his Queen. Mary Devereux has been appointed to embroider a precious cloak for Sir Walter’s visit to Queen Elizabeth. Silently she witnesses the gossip, ambition and intrigue of court – and finally a murder. Now she knows more than she should and she is being watched by a dangerous traitor.

An original and chilling take on a memorable period of Elizabethan history.

Framed by Frank Cottrell Boyce

Dylan is the only boy living in the tiny Welsh town of Manod. His parents run the Snowdonia Oasis Auto Marvel Garage – and when he’s not trying to persuade his sisters to play football, Dylan is in charge of the petrol log. That means keeping track of everyone who comes in and out of Manod – what car they drive, what they are called and even their favourite flavour of crisps. But when a mysterious convoy of lorries trundles up the misty mountainside towards an old, disused mine, even Dylan is confounded. Who are these people – and what have they got to hide?

Big Numbers 500

How big is infinity? Why can’t you see inside a black hole? How do plagues spread? What is the hottest temperature ever recorded on earth?

This book attempts to answer these questions and more big ideas.

Loathsome London 914.21

Loathsome London dishes the dirt on life in the capital – the lies, the legends and all the lousy details from the rotten Roman rulers to the plague-ridden peasants. Another title in the Horrible Histories series.

Just Seventeen Guide to Being Gorgeous 646.7

Fashion tips, beauty advice and all the secrets you need to know to be a sussed young woman who is absolutely gorgeous.

Ray Mears Essential Bushcraft 796.5

A handy portable compendium of vital survival skills and wisdom from around the world. Packed with essential wilderness techniques, this book is an invaluable companion on any expedition.

The Worst Jobs in History – Tony Robinson 941

Two thousand years of miserable employment. From Powder Monkey to Seeker of the Dead, Spit Boy to Saltpetre Man, Tony Robinson investigates the worst career choices over the centuries.

Are You Tough Enough?

Are you tough enough to join the armed forces? How do you improve your body systems to become fitter and in great shape? This book will tell you how.

Art Auction Mystery 750

Find the fake paintings and save the sale. A team of forgers have been trying to fake some great works of art. It’s your job to study the originals and the fakes and work out who faked it and how much they got paid for doing it.

There is usually a display of the new books in the Library so it’s easy to choose something!

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