Reviews by Kristine L. (The Woodlands, TX)

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Live by Night
Live by Night
by Dennis Lehane
Loving the Bad Guy (8/24/2012)
I really enjoyed reading this book. Not only did I enjoy the historical time period of Boston during the 1920's but I enjoyed the theme's of family - Father and Son, Good and Evil, and a bit of romance too. I honestly think it is a gift to be able to write a novel about a …more
The Queen's Lover
The Queen's Lover: A Novel
by Francine du Plessix Gray
A disappointment (6/1/2012)
I am always sad when I need to write a tough review as I assume the book was the love of the author's life. I felt as though the book was trying to do a bit too much and possibly attempted to capitalize on Marie Antoinette when really the author wished to the tell the story …more
The Healing
The Healing: A Novel
by Jonathan Odell
The Healing (1/11/2012)
I finished this book very late last night. I honestly believe it is one of the best books I have ever read. The themes are so multi-dimensional - ranging from historical fiction, the power of generations, mother-daughter themes, social inequality, spiritual connection, and …more
Wayward Saints
Wayward Saints
by Suzzy Roche
Wayward Saints (11/25/2011)
I started the book earlier this week only to be interrupted by Thanksgiving preparations. Early this morning, I picked up the book expecting to read a few chapters...Here - hours later, I have completed the book and have enjoyed every minute. At one moment, the book reminds …more
Falling Together
Falling Together: A Novel
by Marisa De Los Santos
Falling Together (9/20/2011)
I had a difficult time competing this book once I hit the mid-point of the book. I felt as though the author was keeping a secret that did not need to be kept so tightly. I rarely read this genre but the author's bio intrigued me. It was a good reflection on college friends …more
Sister
Sister: A Novel
by Rosamund Lupton
Sister (5/24/2011)
I absolutely enjoyed reading this book. While I had a little difficulty in the beginning understanding the flow of chapters and time sequence, I can honestly encourage every reader to hang in there! I read the book in little over one day of pure blissful reading of a great …more
The Trinity Six
The Trinity Six
by Charles Cumming
Trinity Six (3/4/2011)
I really enjoyed reading this book. The characters were excellent and I wish to see more of Charlotte in other books if possible. Honestly, the book kept me guessing as well as led me down a believable path of intrigue. Keep them coming!
Agent X
Agent X: A Novel
by Noah Boyd
Agent X (12/5/2010)
I really enjoyed this book. It is one of the better FBI-CIA intrigue books that I've read over the past couple of years. I found the book to be similar to Nelson DeMille's - John Corry character. In fact, I had to remind myself a couple of times that it was not indeed the …more
Great House
Great House: A Novel
by Nicole Krauss
The Empty Desk (11/28/2010)
I am sad to report that I truly believe this book had the best of intentions to be a wonderful novel. Without question, the idea of a desk and it's symbolic power to a writer is very interesting and captivating. Unfortunately, I believe the book was difficult to follow and …more
The Invisible Bridge
The Invisible Bridge
by Julie Orringer
Readers Remorse! (11/28/2010)
All of us "book-lovers" know the sad feeling of satisfaction upon completion of a captivating novel! Truly, The Invisible Bridge embodies the very best of current historical fiction. The themes of friendship, love and family are weaved through the atrocities of World War II …more
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