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The Edge of the Earth
by Christina Schwarz
Disappointing novel (10/11/2012)
Was looking forward to losing myself in "The Edge of the Earth", unfortunately this never happened. The development of the main character, Trudy, definitely something missing here. Previously read "Drowning Ruth" by Christina Schwarz, loved it, this novel does not compare.
The Woman at the Light: A Novel
by Joanna Brady
The Woman at the Light (6/27/2012)
This books effortlessly pulls one into the ocean breezes of Key West, you can almost feel the ocean mist at times, and smell the salty air. The main character, Emily, feels like a close personal friend who guides you along her life's path. Emily's story unfolds gradually,more
Next to Love
by Ellen Feldman
Next to Love (7/13/2011)
An extraordinary book! From page one it carries the reader away to another time, when the whole world stood together to win a war that would end all wars. Heart wrenching at times, wives, mothers & girlfriends waiting & praying on the home front for their soldiers/more
The Art of Saying Goodbye: A Novel
by Ellyn Bache
The Art of Saying Goodbye (4/1/2011)
In my opinion, the characters lacked a true connection. Yes, Paisley was supposedly the connection to everyone, but as the reader, I never felt a connection to Paisley. Background information on the characters needed some punching up. Would not recommend this book to mymore
The Stuff That Never Happened
by Maddie Dawson
The Stuff That Never Happened (8/23/2010)
I was immediately immersed into the lives of Annabelle & Grant McKay from the very beginning of this novel. Annabelle's transformation from the late 1970's through 2005 was fascinating, but Grant was the biggest surprise.

The emotions that were held in check, at times,more
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