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Hi mckait
Have you considered other devices? The Sonys are very popular around here as well, and most other brands also allow library borrowing. Does your local library have ebooks for loan? If not, and even if it does, there are many libraries which allow non-resident membership. The Free Library of Philadelphia is well regarded here.
I am also an avid reader, and I love my ereader (Sony 300). My local library has ebooks, and it's fantastic being able to borrow books while away from home. Not to mention the difference between carrying one ereader (200g) compared to all the books I would otherwise have to lug. I would definitely recommend getting one, though of course I'm biased!
When choosing an ereader you should first consider how you are going to use it, and if there are any particular features that are important. For example, will you be using it for library books a lot, or buying? Do you want connectivity (3g/wifi) or are you happy to sideload from your computer (library books have to be sideloaded). What is your budget and how much extra would you pay for a device that is perfect, compared to one that is almost perfect? Are you prepared to strip DRM and convert books between formats, or do you just want something that works more or less out of the box? We have a specific forum for exactly this question called Which one should I buy? so have a look around there and give us an idea of what you're looking for and plenty of people will chime in.
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