Look Behind You

What do you when the life you have known  inexplicably changes? Suddenly,you have to leave your friends behind, change your name, radically alter your physical appearance, and move to an unknown destination. Zach Granger and his family must enter the Witness Protection Program, carve out new identities, and always look over their shoulders for any possible sign of danger. However, Zach too quickly discovers that the most foolproof plan can become breached. Can Zach and his family survive an uncertain fate and the terrors of the unknown? If you enjoy heartracing suspense, then read Zack's Lie by Roland Smith, a superb craftsman of adventure stories, and be sure to read  Jack's Run, the exciting sequel.

Friend Or Foe?

What do you do when you suspect that your friend is, in actuality, your foe, who is hiding deadly and sinister secrets? Shy and lonely teen Cara Lange futilely tries to carve out a place in her high school's social scene, ignored or relentlessly teased by the "in-crowd." A lifeline suddenly appears in the form of the unexpected and mysterious reappearance of her childhood best friend, Zoe, who miraculously transforms her life. Just as Cara's plight starts to dramatically improve, her former "enemies," some of the most popular students at school, meet tragic fates. Is Zoe involved? Do we ever really know the people who are closest to us? Are we ever aware of our own dark side? Read Choker by Elizabeth Woods to see if you can easily discern the truth about others, or are brave enough to look into your own heart.

What Do William Safire, David Politzer, and Bobby Darin Have In Common?

All of these  inspiring individuals are all Bronx Science Alumni! Someday we will be reading about your accomplishments! What imprint will you leave on the world?

Check out our rotating display of Bronx High School of Science alumni. This month we are showcasing the life of entertainment legend Bobby Darin.

Brush Up On Women's History In March!

Examine the contents of our display and peruse titles about extraordinary women who have left an indelible imprint on our past, present, and future!

Be sure to visit Biography In Context through the New York Public Library databases to view books, images, and videos about the famous and infamous!