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YOUNG WIVES
by Olivia Goldsmith
A story of three women whose lives intertwine as they
each face a personal crisis. It is an intriguing and
touching story that is written well. It is an excellent
female-bonding book that describes how three ordinary
women become strong.
Lizdav3@aol.com
HARRY POTTER AND THE SORCERER'S STONE
J. K. Rowling,
3 stars
My 10-year-old son and I just finished sharing this
book --- his second reading --- my first. We took turns
reading aloud while snuggling in bed at night and I
have to say I never enjoyed a children's book more.
After reading several reviews, I was not anticipating
the discovery of a great new addition to children's
literature, but I was delighted by what I found in this
adventure story. The key may be to see it through a
child's eyes. My son's excitement was contagious and
the ending warmed my heart.
THE FEAST OF LOVE
by Charles Baxter, 4 stars
The plot appealed to me, as an insomniac, an affliction
shared by the main character whose night roaming both
help to relax him and introduce the main idea for the
novel. It's clever and witty. The character's relationships
--- and the twists and turns of their lives --- keeps
the reader hooked.
Galtsgultch@aol.com
IN FIDELITY
by M.J. Rose, 5 stars.
If you like opening a book and getting lost in the story,
I recommend this book. It's a real pager turner. Part
mystery, psychological suspense, love story, and just
damn good writing. The author really gets inside her
characters. The best thing I can say about this book
- is that I took it into the tub with me and 200 pages
later I was still there. And I found out about this
book here - so thanks folks.
TwistyLane@aol.com
A TEST OF WILLS
by Charles Todd, 4 1/2 stars
WINGS OF FIRE
by Charles Todd, 4 1/2 stars
I bought these books as gifts for my dear husband at
Christmas. He is a WW1 buff and enjoys mysteries. I
thought he'd enjoy them and he did and passed them on
to me. Not sure which one of us is the bigger fan now.
We have the third and I found a signed copy of #4 at
Murder By The Book. We are happy campers. Both of the
mysteries have been unique. Ian Rutledge and Hamish
are quite a pair.
A PERMANENT TWILIGHT
by Chuck Freadhoff, 3 1/2 stars
This is the second book in the Johnny Rose series. Rose
is an investigative reporter for one of the smaller
newspapers in LA. In TWILIGHT, Rose's niece is killed
in an arson fire. More than anything, this is a story
about kids living on the streets. A difficult subject
well done.
FOUNTAIN OF DEATH
by Jane Haddam, 3 stars
A Gregor Demarkian mystery. Set during the new year
so I thought I should read it in January! My first Haddam.
THIRTEENTH NIGHT
by Alan Gordon, 3 1/2 stars
The first in a series. Set in Italy in 1200. An agent
(Feste) of the Fools Guild is sent to uncover the cause
of Orsino's death. Play on Twelfth Night by Shakespeare.
THE CRIME OF OLGA ARBYELINA
by Andrei Makine, 2 1/2 stars
Difficult book to read. Incest plays a large part. Can
be found at your local bookstore under literature and
comes with a reading guide.
Bvin1999@aol.com
THE GOLDEN COMPASS
by Philip Pullman, 4 stars
The first in a trilogy of His Dark Materials series.
Jspurtrigr@aol.com
EYE OF THE STORM
by Private Robert Knox Sneden, 5 stars
This Civil War odyssey is a first person account of
Private Sneden's life and struggle for existance during
his captivity in the Confederate prisons of Andersonville
and others. This book was put together from original
drawings,sketches and notes Sneden had secreted in his
clothes while a prisoner and from a type of shorthand
he scribbled in his Bible. The book was edited by Charles
E. Bryan, Jr. and Nelson D. Lankford from four volumes
of notes and sketches from Sneden that came to light
after much research in 1994. This book is a must read
for the Civil War or U.S. history buff. Hard to put
down once you start reading.
JJMMcCann@aol.com
OUTLANDER
by Diana Gabaldon, 5 stars
This book is absolutely fantastic! It's a time travel
tale that's part romance/part fantasy/part adventure.
The first 50 pages are a bit slow, but once the main
character, Claire, travels back in time, I guarantee
you will not be able to put it down. It's definitely
NOT your typical romance. The hero, Jamie Fraser, is
arguably the best male character I've ever had the pleasure
to read about.
Fatcat8885@aol.com
THE SCARLET LETTER
by Nathaniel Hawthorne, 3 stars
The book is an excellent example of American Romanticism
by the inclusion of myths, legends, and the love of
the picturesque, but its fairly basic vocabulary detracts
from the book.
GloryFrost@aol.com
GODS AND GENERALS
by Jeff Shaara
A novel about the Civil War and a prequel to The Killer
Angels, written by Jeff's father. An excellent Civil
War novel, with a human twist that allows the reader
to become a character and be transported back to the
1800s. I really enjoyed this book and I believe that
you will too.
FinanclGod@aol.com
HARRY POTTER AND THE GOBLET OF FIRE
by J. K.
Rowling, 5 stars
An absolutely wonderful and imaginative book. A must
read for any age.
UKHRH@aol.com
RICHARD
THE THIRD
by Paul Murray Kendall
The definitive biography of a much maligned English
monarch.
MERRICK
by Anne Rice
Merrick, finds Rice going back to her roots, a huge
improvement over her last few outings, especially with
the reintroduction of some favorite characters.
QUEENVAMP28@aol.com
MERRICK
by Anne Rice, 3 stars
It is a great book, and those of you who loved the Vampire
Chronicles will surely love this book.
PokeMikeShklyar@aol.com
SLAUGHTERHOUSE-FIVE
by Kurt Vonnegut Jr.
Nicholasjf5@aol.com
HANNIBAL
by Thomas Harris, 4 stars
Suspenseful thriller full of fun twists and turns leading
up to an unexpected ending.
ReginaMNFaith@aol.com
IN THE FALL
by Jeffrey Lent
Rarely do you find writing that uses the English language
so beautifully as Mr. Lent. I do not have the command
of our language to describe how his words grab you,
mesmerize you, and transport you to the next page, and
the next chapter. The story is an incredible one, with
so much strength of character and characters as I have
never read before. The Civil War and its aftermath have
never been a favorite period of mine as a historian,
but this story changed that.
DOWELLIA@aol.com
THE FIRST TIME
by Joy Fielding, 5 Stars
Omigoodness. I saw this book suggested on the website
from someone last week, and thought I'd like to read
it. It is your typical romance novel at first but I
have never had a book make me cry so much! I hated for
this book to end! Extremely worth the slow parts in
the beginning!
GRed1967@aol.com
THINNER
by Stephen King
THE DRAWING OF THE THREE
by Stephen King
Bayou MZ@aol.com
TARA ROAD
by Maeve Binchy, 5 stars
Without a doubt, the best book I have read over the
past year is TARA ROAD by Maeve Binchy. The author is
well known for her ability to weave an engrossing tale
and this work lives up to her reputation. In this intricate
tale, the characters are real, likeable, despicable,
lovable, and unforgettable. The reader will find himself
captivated instantly and unable to put down this good,
old-fashioned page-turner. It's the kind of story that
you don't want to end; I'm hoping for a sequel.
Danzma1@aol.com
MEDICINE RIVER
by Thomas King, 5 Stars
I fell under Tom King's spell by accident. I was in
the library taking out a Stephen King novel and happened
upon the story of the small town of Medicine River and
oh, I'm so glad I did. This is his first novel and it
is by turns hiliarious and tear-jerking. Richly drawn
characters, in a warm and gentle tale. I can't recommend
this enough! Enjoy!
GREEN GRASS, RUNNING WATER
by Thomas King, 5 Stars
More ambitious than his first novel, MEDICINE RIVER,
this one delves a bit more deeply into Native American
lore. Again, the characters are so vivid and Mr. King
is such a wonder at writing of the human experience,
that you will not want this book to end!
TRUTH AND BRIGHT WATER
by Thomas King, 4 Stars
Tom King's latest novel is a little more hard-edged
than the previous two, but is still charming and entertaining.
I frequently went from belly laughs to a lump in my
throat, in a matter of a page or two. You're 3 for 3,
Tom King!
AADAngle@aol.com
EXCLUSIVE
by Sandra Brown, 5 stars
It is a book you cannot put down once you start. This
story could be on the headline news tonight. It's about
human desire and politics in the White House.
CoffeeDrinker856@aol.com
DIVINE SECRETS OF THE YA-YA SISTERHOOD
by Rebecca
Wells
This book is about the complex relationship between
a Southern woman and her daughter. It is about lasting
friendship, love, secrets and dysfunctional family issues.
It is sweet, funny and sad and I thoroughly enjoyed
it.
CarolCommanderM@aol.com
PLAINSONG
by Kent Haruf, 4 stars
Just finished reading this National Book Award Finalist
and now know why it was awarded this prestige position.
Several people -- all different and unique -- their
lives are interwoven into this heartwarming and lovely
story that takes us to small town America. Loved it
and am going to buy his previously written books.
Nancstet@aol.com
MIDNIGHT IN THE GARDEN OF GOOD AND EVIL
by John
Berendt, 5 stars
My Daughter in college sent me this. She loved it and
so do I. A wonderful true murder with funny characters.
THE BRETHREN
by John Grisham, 5 stars
His dry wit really comes through in this one. A must
read, Grisham fan or not.
HOUSE OF SAND AND FOG
by Andre Dubus III, 5 stars
I learned about this book on the "Oprah Show". Set in
Northern California, Mr. Dubus brings the characters
so alive, you either love or hate them.
AN HOUR BEFORE DAYLIGHT
by Jimmy Carter, 4 stars
Carter's tales of his childhood during the depression
makes one truly believe that any young person can become
President.
LOST AND FOUND
by Jayne Ann Krentz, 4 stars
Jayne does it again with another laughter-filled book
of her beloved heroine.
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