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The Book of Illumination: A Novel from the Ghost Files
by Mary Ann Winkowski

Light reading, but not much ghostly interaction (10/4/2009)

When I read the back cover of this book i was expecting to read a book that had a lot of interaction with ghosts in addition to a lively mystery with many twists in the plot. Instead, the mystery got bogged down with too many detailed explanations about who was who and who …more

A Pearl in the Storm: How I Found My Heart in the Middle of the Ocean
by Tori Murden McClure

Excellent adventure! (4/20/2009)

This was an amazing book from a truly amazing person. Tori Murden McClure has led a fascinating life and does a great job of sharing it with us. The style of writing made the book move quickly and the story was interesting. I can not get over the experiences she had out on …more

Stuffed: An Insider's Look at Who's (Really) Making America Fat
by Hank Cardello & Doug Garr

Very insightful and informative...excellent reading. (11/12/2008)

I couldn't believe some of the stubbornness and money hungry attitudes of food manufacturers about changing the business of food production in order to get a more healthy product. This book will really open your eyes!

When I first started reading it made me angry that …more

How Far Is the Ocean from Here: A Novel
by Amy Shearn

This is a MUST READ! (6/19/2008)

Did you ever make a mistake and think "Oh no! What the hell am I going to do now?" A mistake that affects not only your life but all the lives around you? If you have ever said the words "What if..." or "If only I had..." then this book is for you, young or old, male or …more

A Case of Exploding Mangoes
by Mohammed Hanif

Something for everyone (4/4/2008)

If you like dark humor or if you just like a good adventure then this is the book for you. An adventure involving a crow, a curse, some mangoes and some very interesting characters on a very interesting escapade. I loved this book, it was a great read. To those of you who …more

The Invention of Everything Else
by Samantha Hunt

Not bad, not great (12/13/2007)

It was hard to believe that the inventor in this book was actually a real person. The author could have been more clear and developed her characters better. The ideas she touches on were good ones...loneliness and confusion in all individuals, not just the aged. It's a …more

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