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2020 Hidden Gems Book Tournament

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Our librarians have picked out their top Hidden Gems of 2020 - all the best book that you might have missed this year. We're pitting them against each other in a head-to-head tournament, with the winners picked by you on our Twitter, Facebook and Instagram (@BurlONLibrary). Which hidden gem will you pick to read?

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17 items

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The Year of the Witching

The Year of the Witching

by Henderson, Alexis

Book - 2020

In the god-fearing town of Bethel, Immanuelle, an outcast, does her best to keep the status quo. Until she enters the forbidden Darkwood where the spirits...Show more In the god-fearing town of Bethel, Immanuelle, an outcast, does her best to keep the status quo. Until she enters the forbidden Darkwood where the spirits of four powerful witches reside. Gifting her with her dead mother’s journal, Immanuelle learns of impending dangers to her town and must decide if she will embrace her past and attempt to reform her community even if it costs her her life. Show less

In the god-fearing town of Bethel, Immanuelle, an outcast, does her best to keep the status quo. Until she enters the forbidden Darkwood where the spirits...Show more In the god-fearing town of Bethel, Immanuelle, an outcast, does her best to keep the status quo. Until she enters the forbidden Darkwood where the spirits of four powerful witches reside. Gifting her with her dead mother’s journal, Immanuelle learns of impending dangers to her town and must decide if she will embrace her past and attempt to reform her community even if it costs her her life. Show less

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The Year of the Witching

The Year of the Witching

by Henderson, Alexis

eBook - 2020

In the god-fearing town of Bethel, Immanuelle, an outcast, does her best to keep the status quo. Until she enters the forbidden Darkwood where the spirits...Show more In the god-fearing town of Bethel, Immanuelle, an outcast, does her best to keep the status quo. Until she enters the forbidden Darkwood where the spirits of four powerful witches reside. Gifting her with her dead mother’s journal, Immanuelle learns of impending dangers to her town and must decide if she will embrace her past and attempt to reform her community even if it costs her her life. Show less

In the god-fearing town of Bethel, Immanuelle, an outcast, does her best to keep the status quo. Until she enters the forbidden Darkwood where the spirits...Show more In the god-fearing town of Bethel, Immanuelle, an outcast, does her best to keep the status quo. Until she enters the forbidden Darkwood where the spirits of four powerful witches reside. Gifting her with her dead mother’s journal, Immanuelle learns of impending dangers to her town and must decide if she will embrace her past and attempt to reform her community even if it costs her her life. Show less

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The Woman Before Wallis

The Woman Before Wallis

by Turnbull, Bryn

Book - 2020

A great book for readers of historical fiction. A novel full of scandalous parties, high society drama and royal scandals. A great book for readers of historical fiction. A novel full of scandalous parties, high society drama and royal scandals. Show less

A great book for readers of historical fiction. A novel full of scandalous parties, high society drama and royal scandals. A great book for readers of historical fiction. A novel full of scandalous parties, high society drama and royal scandals. Show less

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Destination Wedding

Destination Wedding

by Basu, Diksha

Book - 2020

Leaving her problems behind in New York, Tina Das heads on a weeklong trip to Delhi for a lavish and dramatic family wedding. Warm, charming and wickedly ...Show more Leaving her problems behind in New York, Tina Das heads on a weeklong trip to Delhi for a lavish and dramatic family wedding. Warm, charming and wickedly funny, Destination Wedding explores family, belonging and how home is not always a place but people. Fans of Crazy Rich Asians will fall in love with this ensemble cast. Show less

Leaving her problems behind in New York, Tina Das heads on a weeklong trip to Delhi for a lavish and dramatic family wedding. Warm, charming and wickedly ...Show more Leaving her problems behind in New York, Tina Das heads on a weeklong trip to Delhi for a lavish and dramatic family wedding. Warm, charming and wickedly funny, Destination Wedding explores family, belonging and how home is not always a place but people. Fans of Crazy Rich Asians will fall in love with this ensemble cast. Show less

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Act Like A Lady

Act Like A Lady

Questionable Advice, Ridiculous Opinions, and Humiliating Tales From Three Undignified Women

by Knight, Keltie

Book - 2020

Have a little fun with the members of LadyGang as they offer up raw, witty and sometimes sound advice on how to be a lady in this mad, fast world of the 2...Show more Have a little fun with the members of LadyGang as they offer up raw, witty and sometimes sound advice on how to be a lady in this mad, fast world of the 21st century. Drawing from their own epic failures in dating, to lessons learned on how to be unapologetically female, this not-so-politically-correct advice will have you in stitches, and though you may you cringe at the bracing language, you may also find yourself reexamining your own ideas on how to Act Like a Lady. Show less

Have a little fun with the members of LadyGang as they offer up raw, witty and sometimes sound advice on how to be a lady in this mad, fast world of the 2...Show more Have a little fun with the members of LadyGang as they offer up raw, witty and sometimes sound advice on how to be a lady in this mad, fast world of the 21st century. Drawing from their own epic failures in dating, to lessons learned on how to be unapologetically female, this not-so-politically-correct advice will have you in stitches, and though you may you cringe at the bracing language, you may also find yourself reexamining your own ideas on how to Act Like a Lady. Show less

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Grown

Grown

by Jackson, Tiffany D.

Book - 2020

An intense, thought-provoking page turner. This YA mystery thriller is inspired by the allegations of abuse and sexual misconduct by R. Kelly, and has hea...Show more An intense, thought-provoking page turner. This YA mystery thriller is inspired by the allegations of abuse and sexual misconduct by R. Kelly, and has heavy themes of grooming, sexual assault, and emotional manipulation that rising stars often face in the music industry. Show less

An intense, thought-provoking page turner. This YA mystery thriller is inspired by the allegations of abuse and sexual misconduct by R. Kelly, and has hea...Show more An intense, thought-provoking page turner. This YA mystery thriller is inspired by the allegations of abuse and sexual misconduct by R. Kelly, and has heavy themes of grooming, sexual assault, and emotional manipulation that rising stars often face in the music industry. Show less

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The Woman Before Wallis

The Woman Before Wallis

by Turnbull, Bryn

eBook - 2020

A great book for readers of historical fiction. A novel full of scandalous parties, high society drama and royal scandals. A great book for readers of historical fiction. A novel full of scandalous parties, high society drama and royal scandals. Show less

A great book for readers of historical fiction. A novel full of scandalous parties, high society drama and royal scandals. A great book for readers of historical fiction. A novel full of scandalous parties, high society drama and royal scandals. Show less

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Almond

Almond

by Sohn, Wŏn-p'yŏng

Book - 2020

A story of a teenager born with a brain condition that makes it difficult to feel emotions. It is a touching story about love, friendship, persistence and...Show more A story of a teenager born with a brain condition that makes it difficult to feel emotions. It is a touching story about love, friendship, persistence and making a difference with the support of others. Almond is Korean author Won-pyung Sohn’s debut novel. Show less

A story of a teenager born with a brain condition that makes it difficult to feel emotions. It is a touching story about love, friendship, persistence and...Show more A story of a teenager born with a brain condition that makes it difficult to feel emotions. It is a touching story about love, friendship, persistence and making a difference with the support of others. Almond is Korean author Won-pyung Sohn’s debut novel. Show less

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The Space Between Worlds

The Space Between Worlds

by Johnson, Micaiah

Book - 2020

Imagine the multiverse is real and that there are 380 worlds similar to our own. Imagine being able to travel to those worlds, if the version of you on th...Show more Imagine the multiverse is real and that there are 380 worlds similar to our own. Imagine being able to travel to those worlds, if the version of you on that world is dead. Cara can travel to all but 8 of these worlds. After discovering one of her other selves has been murdered mysteriously, secrets about herself and the multiverse itself start to unravel. Show less

Imagine the multiverse is real and that there are 380 worlds similar to our own. Imagine being able to travel to those worlds, if the version of you on th...Show more Imagine the multiverse is real and that there are 380 worlds similar to our own. Imagine being able to travel to those worlds, if the version of you on that world is dead. Cara can travel to all but 8 of these worlds. After discovering one of her other selves has been murdered mysteriously, secrets about herself and the multiverse itself start to unravel. Show less

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Conjure Women

Conjure Women

by Atakora, Afia

Book - 2020

Set on a plantation in the South, this book brings to life the world before and after the Civil War through the voices of three unforgettable women. When ...Show more Set on a plantation in the South, this book brings to life the world before and after the Civil War through the voices of three unforgettable women. When midwife Rue delivers a baby that the town thinks is cursed, suspicions mount and tensions rise. Magnificently written. Perfect for historical fiction fans! Show less

Set on a plantation in the South, this book brings to life the world before and after the Civil War through the voices of three unforgettable women. When ...Show more Set on a plantation in the South, this book brings to life the world before and after the Civil War through the voices of three unforgettable women. When midwife Rue delivers a baby that the town thinks is cursed, suspicions mount and tensions rise. Magnificently written. Perfect for historical fiction fans! Show less

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Agency

Agency

by Gibson, William

Book - 2020

Time travel, alternate realities and a terrifying potential use of artificial intelligence. Gibson combines of all these narratives to explore a world in which technology has the ability to go back in time to alter our present. Time travel, alternate realities and a terrifying potential use of artificial intelligence. Gibson combines of all these narratives to explore a world in which technology has the ability to go back in time to alter our present. Show less

Time travel, alternate realities and a terrifying potential use of artificial intelligence. Gibson combines of all these narratives to explore a world in which technology has the ability to go back in time to alter our present. Time travel, alternate realities and a terrifying potential use of artificial intelligence. Gibson combines of all these narratives to explore a world in which technology has the ability to go back in time to alter our present. Show less

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His & Hers

His & Hers

by Feeney, Alice

Book - 2020

A cunning psychological thriller with a foul murder, suspects galore, a taut plot with dizzying twist and turns which will keep you guessing till the very end. A cunning psychological thriller with a foul murder, suspects galore, a taut plot with dizzying twist and turns which will keep you guessing till the very end. Show less

A cunning psychological thriller with a foul murder, suspects galore, a taut plot with dizzying twist and turns which will keep you guessing till the very end. A cunning psychological thriller with a foul murder, suspects galore, a taut plot with dizzying twist and turns which will keep you guessing till the very end. Show less

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The Sight of You

The Sight of You

by Miller, Holly

Book - 2020

Joel and Callie’s love story is heartbreaking and life affirming, complete with prophetic dreams and finding the courage to love, despite the very real po...Show more Joel and Callie’s love story is heartbreaking and life affirming, complete with prophetic dreams and finding the courage to love, despite the very real possibility of a less than happily-ever-after. A stunning American debut novel for fans of The Time Traveler’s Wife and The Light We Lost. Show less

Joel and Callie’s love story is heartbreaking and life affirming, complete with prophetic dreams and finding the courage to love, despite the very real po...Show more Joel and Callie’s love story is heartbreaking and life affirming, complete with prophetic dreams and finding the courage to love, despite the very real possibility of a less than happily-ever-after. A stunning American debut novel for fans of The Time Traveler’s Wife and The Light We Lost. Show less

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The Advice Trap

The Advice Trap

Be Humble, Stay Curious & Change the Way You Lead Forever

by Bungay Stanier, Michael

Book - 2020

Have you noticed how your well-intentioned advice is often ignored, though you know how much their lives would improve if they would just listen? That's t...Show more Have you noticed how your well-intentioned advice is often ignored, though you know how much their lives would improve if they would just listen? That's the Advice Trap, and in this clear and easy-to-read book, you'll learn how to ask the right questions and actually listen to the answers so you can talk less and help with the real problem. Tame your Advice Monster permanently and become a better leader and probably a better friend! Show less

Have you noticed how your well-intentioned advice is often ignored, though you know how much their lives would improve if they would just listen? That's t...Show more Have you noticed how your well-intentioned advice is often ignored, though you know how much their lives would improve if they would just listen? That's the Advice Trap, and in this clear and easy-to-read book, you'll learn how to ask the right questions and actually listen to the answers so you can talk less and help with the real problem. Tame your Advice Monster permanently and become a better leader and probably a better friend! Show less

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Dear Justyce

Dear Justyce

by Stone, Nic

Book - 2020

A must-read YA sequel to the New York Times #1 bestseller Dear Martin. Like Justyce who wrote letters to Martin Luther King, incarcerated teen Quan writes...Show more A must-read YA sequel to the New York Times #1 bestseller Dear Martin. Like Justyce who wrote letters to Martin Luther King, incarcerated teen Quan writes letters to Justyce about his experiences in the American juvenile justice system. Visceral and raw. Perfect for fans of Jason Reynolds and Angie Thomas. Show less

A must-read YA sequel to the New York Times #1 bestseller Dear Martin. Like Justyce who wrote letters to Martin Luther King, incarcerated teen Quan writes...Show more A must-read YA sequel to the New York Times #1 bestseller Dear Martin. Like Justyce who wrote letters to Martin Luther King, incarcerated teen Quan writes letters to Justyce about his experiences in the American juvenile justice system. Visceral and raw. Perfect for fans of Jason Reynolds and Angie Thomas. Show less

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Chosen Ones

Chosen Ones

by Roth, Veronica

Book - 2020

Veronica Roth’s first Adult novel. It combines magic and fantasy with superheroes and a touch of political commentary. It is addictive story of magic, pow...Show more Veronica Roth’s first Adult novel. It combines magic and fantasy with superheroes and a touch of political commentary. It is addictive story of magic, power, imagination and inescapable trauma. It is a page turner you cannot put down as it keeps you guessing with its twists and turns and a wild conclusion. Show less

Veronica Roth’s first Adult novel. It combines magic and fantasy with superheroes and a touch of political commentary. It is addictive story of magic, pow...Show more Veronica Roth’s first Adult novel. It combines magic and fantasy with superheroes and a touch of political commentary. It is addictive story of magic, power, imagination and inescapable trauma. It is a page turner you cannot put down as it keeps you guessing with its twists and turns and a wild conclusion. Show less

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Leonard and Hungry Paul

Leonard and Hungry Paul

by Hession, Rónán

Book - 2020

In this charming debut, we meet two thirty-something men who are still living at home, while trying to find their place in the world. Leonard and Hungry P...Show more In this charming debut, we meet two thirty-something men who are still living at home, while trying to find their place in the world. Leonard and Hungry Paul is a quiet, gentle tale about friendship and self-discovery. A wonderful novel that’s a balm to the soul. Show less

In this charming debut, we meet two thirty-something men who are still living at home, while trying to find their place in the world. Leonard and Hungry P...Show more In this charming debut, we meet two thirty-something men who are still living at home, while trying to find their place in the world. Leonard and Hungry Paul is a quiet, gentle tale about friendship and self-discovery. A wonderful novel that’s a balm to the soul. Show less

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