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Start the new year with new books! Here are two recommendations for your January reading list, courtesy of the librarians at Geneva Public Library.

 FOR YOUR KIDS OR GRANDKIDS: "Twilight Hauntings" by Angie Sage Eleven-year-old Alex lives in a kingdom that bans magic, but her birth family left her with a pack of enchanted cards that predict the future. This captivating fantasy, "Twilight

Hauntings" by Angie Sage, is a great read for ages 8-12 and the first book in an exciting new series. Alex lives with a foster family that took her in as a baby. Her birth family left her with little except the deck of hex cards. These magical cards are illegal, and anyone caught with them will spend the rest of their lives in dark dungeons deep below the city.

Alex's foster sister finds out about the cards and turns her in. Facing danger, Alex goes into hiding. Then the adventure begins — because

Alex is not safe on the run. She knows little about her past and birth family, but she must learn all she can in order to save herself.

This incredible story features deception, bravery, narrow escapes and friendship. The characters and places just come alive, and you'll find yourself completely involved in the story — not wanting to put the book down and not wanting the tale to end. — Ruth O’Brien, library associate  FOR OUR READERS: "The Name of the Wind" by Patrick Rothfuss The engrossing epic "The Name of the Wind" by Patrick Rothfuss features a charismatic wizard who shares his amazing life story in a tale of ambition, failure, art, love and loss. This book is perfect for readers who want to dip their toes into fantasy — but diehard fantasy fans will also enjoy this story, which is the first in a trilogy. The enigmatic hero, Kvothe, captivates readers as he describes his life and the dangerous and magical situations he’s encountered as he becomes the most infamous wizard in the world. As a child, he was part of a troupe of traveling musicians. During his youth, Kvothe was an orphan wandering the back alleys of a cold but bustling metropolis. During his adolescence, he fought his way into attending a famous magic university. By the time Kvothe reached adulthood, he had traveled the world, assuming roles not only as a magician, but also as an accomplished thief, masterful musician, dragon-slayer, legend-hunter, lover, thief and assassin. The material and Rothfuss' writing make for an amazing experience. This well-crafted story combines fantasy and science and immerses readers into a beautiful, unique and dangerous world full of mystery and charm. — Cameron Ramberg, library associate