Hold Circulation
Trial and Redemption
by Syntell Smith
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Pub Date Mar 03 2023 | Archive Date Mar 31 2024
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Description
In the book of life, the page must always be turned.
Robin Walker is at a crossroads. It’s 1994, and he’s been suspended from his part-time clerical position at the 58th Street Branch Library. His co-workers are overburdened, even with visiting clerks from other libraries.
Still mourning the loss of his grandfather, Robin also pines for Shinju, his former girlfriend and the niece of his supervisor Sonyai Yi. Meanwhile, library page Tonya Brown attempts to reconcile with her cheating boyfriend Andrew Friedman. Information assistant Angie Trueblood is given the cold shoulder by Heywood Learner, still despondent over a breakup. And former 58th Street page Janelle Simms is due to give birth and go on maternity leave, all while feuding with her parents.
But all is not lost. Over time, these co-workers have become much more than that. Joy, anger, love and pain are etched among them like ink on paper. Now they must decide whether to renew their life choices or reserve a new path. And with their due dates fast approaching, one thing becomes clear – everybody wants a happy ending.
Hold Circulation is the latest entry in the Call Numbers series. Author Syntell Smith crafts a layered and thought-provoking novel that examines the drama-filled lives of the people that are best known for keeping quiet. Underneath the surface, these fascinating characters try to break free of life’s burdens… by leaping off the page.
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Featured Reviews
Abigail L, Librarian
Hold Circulation is a literary mosaic that weaves together the lives of the 58th Street Branch Library staff in 1994 New York City. Imagine a symphony of emotions—joy, sorrow, love, and longing—played out against the backdrop of dusty shelves and whispered secrets. Robin Walker, suspended from his clerical job, tugs at your heartstrings as he navigates loss, yearning, and the enigmatic Shinju. Tonya Brown’s struggle to mend a fractured heart resonates like a well-worn paperback. And Angie Trueblood? She’s the unsung hero, battling rejection with a steely resolve. As I turned each page, I felt like a silent observer in their cozy corner of existence. The library, with its quirky patrons and hidden dramas, became my sanctuary. So grab your reading glasses and immerse yourself in this tale of resilience, friendship, and—yes—happy endings.
Sue E, Reviewer
Hold onto your bookmarks, my fellow literary rebels! Hold Circulation isn’t your grandma’s tea-and-crumpets read—it’s a rollercoaster ride through the Dewey Decimal System! Picture this: Robin, the brooding library clerk, suspended like a spider in a web of intrigue. Shinju, the elusive ex-girlfriend, flits around like a caffeinated hummingbird. And Tonya? Oh, honey, she’s got more drama than a telenovela marathon! Cheating boyfriends, cold shoulders, and a pregnant page—this ain’t your average library shift. But wait, there’s more! The library itself? It’s like Hogwarts meets Cheers, where everybody knows your overdue fines. Syntell Smith sprinkles magic dust on every page, turning mundane moments into literary fireworks. So, grab your library card, because this book? It’s a passport to heartache, laughter, and overdue romance. Trust me, you’ll finish it and scream, ‘Shush me, librarian, I need the sequel!’ 📖✨
