An Open Letter to the President

Dear Mr. President:

I saw the White House release of your reading choices for your vacation on the Vineyard (see list below), and I must say I was concerned. While it is a commendable list the staff of the Dover Public Library have some suggestions for some reading on the lighter side--everyone needs some escapism once in awhile, even the commander-in-chief.

Our suggestions for the President:
Emperor of Ocean Park by Stephen L. Carter (mystery that takes place on the Vineyard with the main character being an African American law professor at an Ivy League University).
Forever Amber by Kathleen Winsor (described as a lusty romance which would have been considered shocking when it was released in 1944, but I think you can handle it).
Martha's Vineyard mystery series by Philip Craig (just good fun).
The Strain by Guillermo del Toro and Chuck Hogan (vampires invade Manhattan--this might make the economy seem like a small problem).
That Old Cape Magic by Richard Russo ( a recent release by one of my favorite authors with part of the story taking place on Cape Cod).

I hope you like our suggestions, and have a wonderful vacation.

Sincerely,

The Staff of the Dover Public Library

The official list of the President's vacation reading:
The Way Home by George Pelecanos
Hot, Flat, and Crowded by Thomas Friedman
Lush Life by Richard Price
Plainsong by Kent Haruf
John Adams by David McCullough