Reader of the Month
The Reader of the Month for September is Ana Djokic (Year 8) - Congratulations! Ana has won a book of her choice.
Each month a prize is given to the student who borrows and reads the most books. Open to all grades. Will you be October's winner? Borrow a book from the IRC, and start reading today!
Latest library news
For the duration of the HSC exam period, the Senior IRC will only be open at lunchtime for students conducting study, borrowing and quiet reading. Once exams have finished, normal library activities will recommence.
What's new on the shelf?
A magical story of romance, betrayal and redemption arrives at the IRC!
The Kiss of Deception: The Remnant Chronicles - Mary E Pearson
"She flees on her wedding day.
She steals ancient documents from the Chancellor's secret collection.
She is pursued by bounty hunters sent by her own father.
She is Princess Lia, seventeen, First Daughter of the House of Morrighan.
The Kingdom of Morrighan is steeped in tradition and the stories of a bygone world, but some traditions Lia can't abide. Like having to marry someone she's never met to secure a political alliance.
Fed up and ready for a new life, Lia flees to a distant village on the morning of her wedding. She settles in among the common folk, intrigued when two mysterious and handsome stranges arrive - and unaware that one is the jilted prince and the other an assassin sent to kill her. Deceptions swirl and Lia finds herself on the brink of unlocking perilous secrets - secrets that may unravel her world - even as she feels herself falling in love."
The Kiss of Deception by award winning author Mary E Person, the first book in the Remnant Chronicles, is a magical story of one princess's journey to gain the independence she has always dreamt of. This wonderful story is ful of heart pounding suspense, rich complex characters, a rich and engaging plot as well as an epic love triangle. Romantic, exciting and compelling, It is a book that will hook readers from the very first page, and is guaranteed to be a hit with fans of fantasy and romantic fiction.
The Kingdom of Morrighan is a land filled with magic, mystery and treachery but also of hope and love. How will Princess Lia survive in this strange new world, will she see the danger before it's too late, and how will she choose between the two men she holds dear? Pick up The Kiss of Deception from the IRC today and find out!
This novel contains mature themes and is better suited for students in Years 10 to 12.
Check out the slideshow to see other great new books in the Senior IRC!
Library Stocktake 2017
The Senior IRC will be starting its annual stocktake on Tuesday 14 November. (Week 6). The last day for borrowing will be Friday 10 November. Students will need to ensure that all borrowed books (including textbooks) are returned to the IRC before stocktake begins.
If any students still need their textbooks for class work, please speak to Mrs Comiskey to have your loans extended.
Mrs A Comiskey & Mr M Smith
Senior IRC Library Team
