But Why Roswita - $17.95 -Peter Haase Walter Hansen begins his adult life in the vibrant city of Frankfurt, Germany, where he and his friends, in their poverty, pursue a bohemian life style. Walter's fortune changes dramatically upon his arrival in New York, where he ascends to a prominent position. He meets Roswita Peschel, a model. Together they indulge in excesses of frivolity and promiscuity in the world of fashion, real estate and show business. Tragedy strikes while on vacation in the Caribbean. Was it an accident or murder? Walter's double life comes to light. He loses his position as vice president over doubts and suspicions.

Of Good Report - $26.00 -Jill MacDonald Although this book covers memories of the first thirteen years of my life as I was growing up in Wheaton, Illinois, the life stories of family members included in various chapters cover a much longer period of time. My family has been in this country for nearly 400 years. My ancestor, William Nickerson, arrived in Salem, Massachusetts from England with his wife, children and in-laws in June of 1637. He and members of his immediate family would go on to purchase and settle what is present day Chatham, Massachusetts on Cape Cod. Every generation of my family has been involved in or witness to events that have shaped this country.

Grandma's Front Porch - $12.95 -Jane Caracci In the small southern town of Riversedge are people from different walks of life. None are rich or famous, perhaps rather ordinary, with the exception of Grandma who lives on Turner Street. The old woman is referred to as Grandma only because no one knows her name, not even the postman. She seemingly receives no mail, visitors or even the requirements to live, and it appears she needs nothing. She has no desire to talk to anyone and most people don't bother to talk to her. So why did she choose to live the life of a recluse? What is her secret? When Sally and Tom Lester move to Riversedge the mystery of Turner Street becomes more apparent. Sally struggles to befriend Grandma. This involves Grandma's front porch and her neighbors which causes suspense to increase. Slowly, as the mystery unravels we learn the unthinkable not only about Grandma but also her neighborhood and some of the residents.

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