Book Review: Game Change

Game Change is a detailed account of the 2008 Presidential election and the bitter fight between the Obama and Clinton campaigns. Densely written, with first-hand remarks from staffers and other insiders, the book recalls every power play, misstep, and success each side maintained throughout the battle to win the Democratic nomination. Authors John Heilemann and Mark Halperin also touch on the McCain campaign and the further drama that resulted when Sarah Palin was selected as McCain's running mate in late August. The Palin moments are entertaining, and also prove that human beings run these political machines, and everyone is capable of making mistakes. History buffs and fans of our current President will enjoy the insider’s view in Game Change, and will be anxious to see what happens when election year rolls around again. - Kathy (Sunset)

New Arrivals

Here are some of the new materials received this week at the Chandler libraries:

Adult fiction
Shameless, by Karen Robards
The Frightened Man, by Kenneth Cameron

Adult nonfiction
10-10-10: A Fast and Powerful Way to Get Unstuck in Love, at Work, and at Home, by Suzy Welch
Russia Against Napoleon: The True Story of the Campaigns of "War and Peace," by Dominic Lieven

Young adult (teen) fiction
The Cinderella Society, by Kay Cassidy
Sweet 15, by Emily Adler & Alex Echevarria

Juvenile (junior) fiction
How to Survive Middle School, by Donna Gephart
Love, Puppies and Corner Kicks, by R.W. Krech

Youth nonfiction
Opposing Viewpoints: China
The Hive Detectives: Chronicle of a Honey Bee Catastrophe, by Loree Griffin Burns

Picture books
Polly's Pink Pajamas, by Vivian French
Say Hello, by Rachel Isadora

Find more new books, CDs, and DVDs. Go to chandlerlibrary.org and click "Search the Catalog" in the upper left corner. Our new catalog search page features links to new, recently added, and on-order titles right in front. Place a hold on new and forthcoming items using your library card and PIN numbers.

Last day to register to vote! April 19

Want to vote in the upcoming Special Election on May 18? The deadline for registering to vote is Monday, April 19 at midnight. You can download voter registration information and forms at the Maricopa County Elections office, or register online at ServiceArizona.com. Or, check your local library - some branches have forms you can pick up and mail in.


Learn more about the ballot measures and how they affect you:
Proposition 100: Arizona state temporary sales tax increase
Proposition 300: Chandler One-Time Override of the State-Imposed Expenditure Limitation


Find your polling place:
Polling Place Finder

Movie Review: Shutter Island

Shutter Island, the new thriller based on the novel by Dennis Lehane, is exactly what the moviegoer would expect: another fast-paced, suspenseful Martin Scorsese thriller. As the story opens, two federal marshalls are headed out by ferry to isolated Shutter Island, a mental institution for the criminally insane, in search of a missing patient. Lead investigator Teddy Daniels, played by Leo DiCaprio, has a few secrets of his own that complicate the investigation. Ben Kingsley, who portrays the medical director of the facility, gives another outstanding and sympathetic performance to offset DiCaprio’s over-the-top portrayal of the tormented Daniels. Mark Ruffalo and Michelle Williams round out the cast with smaller but pivotal roles that will have you wondering as you leave the theater, “What just happened?” Shutter Island is rated R for language, gruesome violence, and adult themes. - Kathy (Sunset)