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Blue Stars
Blue Stars
by Emily Gray Tedrowe
Keep on reading (12/16/2014)
When I first began this book I felt that I would not enjoy it and would be just reading it to finish my commitment. I did not fine the characters interesting. I was surprised to find out that after the first 50 pages I was engaged and the characters held my interest. As an …more
Mating for Life
Mating for Life
by Marissa Stapley
Not as deep as the title (3/16/2014)
I choose to review this book as the title interested me, but I found that the story lacked depth. I am drawn to stores that go deep into the characters thoughts and this book did not satisfy me. There were several characters and the stories were similar so at times I had to …more
Letters from Skye
Letters from Skye
by Jessica Brockmole
An easy read (6/26/2013)
I choose to review this book because I like historical novels. The concept that the novel is based on is interesting, yet I never felt the characters were fully developed. I also wanted to know more about living in wartime and the similarities between the mother and …more
Next to Love
Next to Love
by Ellen Feldman
Gives you an understanding of an era (7/20/2011)
I was hooked on this story from the beginning. This is a story of four couples and how world war two changes their day to day lives. The subject of women's identity and how the war changed their roles in society was examined by the narrative. The story brings home the …more
The Art of Saying Goodbye
The Art of Saying Goodbye: A Novel
by Ellyn Bache
a topic people don't talk about (4/13/2011)
I chose to review this book because I have been thinking a lot about life and death. Both of my parents passed away from cancer in the past five years. Both were quick deaths from diagnosis to death. I appreciated that this novel speaks about how things happen that we have …more
The Tenth Song
The Tenth Song
by Naomi Ragen
The tenth song (10/14/2010)
This book addresses some fundamental issues such as life style choices, belief systems, and community. I, as a practicing Jew, found many parts of the book engaging. I liked the issues it brought up, including materialism and making meaning out of your life. The story is …more
After the Fall
After the Fall
by Kylie Ladd
After the Fall (6/11/2010)
I was excited to read this book, especially as the cover states that the author holds a Ph.D. in Neuropsychology. I have to say I was disappointed. The characters do not have the depth I expected. At first I found it confusing and I had to turn back to figure out who was …more
After the Fall
After the Fall
by Kylie Ladd
After the Fall (6/11/2010)
I was excited to read this book, especially as the cover states that the author holds a Ph.D. in Neuropsychology. I have to say I was disappointed. The characters do not have the depth I expected. At first I found it confusing and I had to turn back to figure out who was …more
The Journal Keeper
The Journal Keeper: A Memoir
by Phyllis Theroux
The Journal Keeper (12/30/2009)
This book is not light material. She touches on items such as death, relationships, spirituality, being a writer. At times I found myself swept into her emotional world. She teaches the reader how to think about writing , and what internal life is like for a writer. She …more
A Short History of Women
A Short History of Women: A Novel
by Kate Walbert
A short history of women (6/1/2009)
This book was hard to follow at times, but I enjoyed the themes she wrote about. The author was able to show how our family of origin subtly influences who we are today, even if we know little about our ancestors. This was done well as she often went back and forth in …more
Stuffed
Stuffed: An Insider's Look at Who's (Really) Making America Fat
by Hank Cardello & Doug Garr
Global Business Obesity Forum (11/12/2008)
This book is not a difficult read, and it contains many interesting anecdotes. Yet, many of the topics have already been covered as well or better by other writers. The author ought to have better organized the book, and even title, around the angle that makes his take …more
Holding My Breath
Holding My Breath: A Novel
by Sidura Ludwig
Holding my Breath (6/11/2008)
This book is enjoyable if you are interested in family dynamics, how childhood events and cultural issues shape who you are. I was able to read it quickly and get involved in the characters. It is told from the perspective of a child, and ends as this child approaches …more
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