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A Good American: A Novel
by Alex George

Great Entertainment! (1/2/2012)

From page one, this book grabs your attention and doesn't let go. It tells the story that is the same story many American families would tell if they had a talent like Alex George among the ranks. It traces the saga of the Meisenheimer family's journey from Germany in 1904 …more

Little Black Dress: A Novel
by Susan McBride

Okay book (7/15/2011)

This was an okay book. It wasn't a huge cerebral read, more like a beach read. Both the story and the ending were entirely predictable. I cared about the characters so I kept turning the pages even though there were no surprises. It was a typical story of family secrets and …more

The Daughter of Siena: A Novel
by Marina Fiorato

I liked it, BUT.... (5/3/2011)

Whenever I read a historical novel, I'm always afraid it will actually be a romance novel. While I love history, I'm not so fond of romance. This book, has a foot in both worlds. It could have been a Walt Disney movie. All of the bad guys got their come-uppance, all loose …more

After the Fall
by Kylie Ladd

Great selection for a Book Club (6/21/2010)

At first, I thought I wouldn't like this book. The point of view keeps changing from one chapter to the next and it was disconcerting, irritating. I just wanted the author to tell the story, but I ended up enjoying it. I got to know each of the characters and the entire …more

Pearl of China: A Novel
by Anchee Min

Mixed Feelings (2/15/2010)

I was very anxious to read this book as I've long been interested in Pearl Buck. I thought because the author was Chinese and a celebrated author, , I would love it. I didn't. The story was interesting, but the style of writing was not to my liking. In my opinion, it read …more

The Elephant Keeper
by Christopher Nicholson

The Elephant Keeper is a Keeper! (6/1/2009)

This will have to go down as one of my favorite books ever. I read it almost straight through. I kept thinking I’d put it down, but then…just one more chapter. I got so caught up in Tom’s story, Jenny’s story, and the evolution of their bond and of Tom’s character. The book …more

A Short History of Women: A Novel
by Kate Walbert

Good Book to Read and Discuss (5/12/2009)

This book, at times, was a struggle to read. It jumps among characters and generations in random order. I found myself referring to the Lineage Chart in front of the book over and over. I did, however, find it thought-provoking. Are our lives influenced through multiple …more

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