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A Good American
A Good American: A Novel
by Alex George
Great Entertainment! (1/2/2012)
From page one, this book grabs your attention and doesn't let go. It tells the story that is the same story many American families would tell if they had a talent like Alex George among the ranks. It traces the saga of the Meisenheimer family's journey from Germany in 1904 …more
Little Black Dress
Little Black Dress: A Novel
by Susan McBride
Okay book (7/15/2011)
This was an okay book. It wasn't a huge cerebral read, more like a beach read. Both the story and the ending were entirely predictable. I cared about the characters so I kept turning the pages even though there were no surprises. It was a typical story of family secrets and …more
The Daughter of Siena
The Daughter of Siena: A Novel
by Marina Fiorato
I liked it, BUT.... (5/3/2011)
Whenever I read a historical novel, I'm always afraid it will actually be a romance novel. While I love history, I'm not so fond of romance. This book, has a foot in both worlds. It could have been a Walt Disney movie. All of the bad guys got their come-uppance, all loose …more
After the Fall
After the Fall
by Kylie Ladd
Great selection for a Book Club (6/21/2010)
At first, I thought I wouldn't like this book. The point of view keeps changing from one chapter to the next and it was disconcerting, irritating. I just wanted the author to tell the story, but I ended up enjoying it. I got to know each of the characters and the entire …more
Pearl of China
Pearl of China: A Novel
by Anchee Min
Mixed Feelings (2/15/2010)
I was very anxious to read this book as I've long been interested in Pearl Buck. I thought because the author was Chinese and a celebrated author, , I would love it. I didn't. The story was interesting, but the style of writing was not to my liking. In my opinion, it read …more
The Elephant Keeper
The Elephant Keeper
by Christopher Nicholson
The Elephant Keeper is a Keeper! (6/1/2009)
This will have to go down as one of my favorite books ever. I read it almost straight through. I kept thinking I’d put it down, but then…just one more chapter. I got so caught up in Tom’s story, Jenny’s story, and the evolution of their bond and of Tom’s character. The book …more
A Short History of Women
A Short History of Women: A Novel
by Kate Walbert
Good Book to Read and Discuss (5/12/2009)
This book, at times, was a struggle to read. It jumps among characters and generations in random order. I found myself referring to the Lineage Chart in front of the book over and over. I did, however, find it thought-provoking. Are our lives influenced through multiple …more
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