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The Gypsy Moth Summer
The Gypsy Moth Summer
by Julia Fierro
What a Summer (4/26/2017)
This is the first novel that I have read from this author, Julia Fierro. I enjoyed her style of writing and enjoyed this book. The main character(s) reminded me of a modern Romeo and Juliet, although without the long standing family feud. Just a difference in opinions and …more
The Essex Serpent
The Essex Serpent
by Sarah Perry
English Myth (2/28/2017)
I know you are not supposed to judge a book by its cover but... It is a beautiful story. The characters are so well developed and their stories are so rich. Susan Perry did a great job of developing the characters in this book that they practically come right out of the …more
A Piece of the World
A Piece of the World: A Novel
by Christina Baker Kline
Wonderful World (12/27/2016)
A Piece of the World was a wonderful read. I felt that I was right there in the house with Christina just like Andrew Wyeth. Wonderfully developed characters made them seem like I have known them for a long time. Christina Baker Kline has a true talent as an author, she …more
The Book That Matters Most
The Book That Matters Most: A Novel
by Ann Hood
Books can Make a Difference. (6/28/2016)
I found this book to be very well written and I liked how the author gave you a glimpse of the past so that the present day made sense. The struggles that this family went through are very real and can be applied to any family present day as well as the past. The fact that …more
The Secret Language of Stones
The Secret Language of Stones: A Daughters of La Lune Novel
by M. J. Rose
Not So Secret Language (4/4/2016)
This book was a good read and would be a good selection for a book club. However, I found it predictable at times and strugled to read it. I do agree that it was suspenseful at best and she is a good writer of this genre.
Crazy Blood
Crazy Blood
by T. Jefferson Parker
Chilly (1/5/2016)
The story is okay but I was not impressed with the presentation. I admit I struggled to finish the book. I could have put it down but in all fairness I wanted to finish the book.
Fallen Land
Fallen Land
by Taylor Brown
Interesting Story Line (11/23/2015)
I liked the book Fallen Land, however, I felt it jumped between characters too much. I found myself going back and forth in the book to remember who the characters were. Otherwise story was a good one.
Broken Promise
Broken Promise: A Thriller
by Linwood Barclay
Promise to thrill (6/30/2015)
Very well written. This was my first book by Lin wood Barclay. I thoroughly enjoyed the way it was written, each chapter pulled me in. The way it ended I can predict a second book to continue on. Again, a good thriller mystery, that kept my attention.
Fishbowl
Fishbowl: A Novel
by Bradley Somer
Slow Fall (5/16/2015)
Excellent story! Very well written, loved how each chapter touched on the individuals in the building and then at the end they somewhat tied together. Didn't want it to end.
Between the Tides
Between the Tides
by Susannah Marren
Predictable (4/19/2015)
Between the tides is an alright read. Nothing very spectacular between the pages. I struggled to get through the story but finished to see what the ending would be. The ending was not as I anticipated, would have liked for this twist to come sooner as it would have made the …more
He Wanted the Moon
He Wanted the Moon: The Madness and Medical Genius of Dr. Perry Baird, and His Daughter's Quest to Know Him
by Mimi Baird with Eve Claxton
The love a daughter (2/8/2015)
Wow. What a great read! How hard it must have been to relive her dad's life through his eyes. What an impressive honor to a father, a daughter who wanted to know about her father all her life and had to wait until he was no longer alive. Truly an inspiration.
Lusitania
Lusitania: Triumph, Tragedy, and the End of the Edwardian Age
by Greg King, Penny Wilson
Well Researched and Written (1/18/2015)
Very well researched book. Thoroughly enjoyed reading this book. I had read about the Lusitania as a student in school but like most history books in school you only get a little bit of actual history so this book was very intriguing. Would recommend it for book clubs, …more
Accidents of Marriage
Accidents of Marriage
by Randy Susan Meyers
Are there accidents? (7/6/2014)
To be honest, I wasn't looking forward to reading this book and I am guilty of judging by a title. I am glad to say that I am glad to have gone against my first thoughts. This book was a very good read, Randy Susan Meyers has a very similar style of writing to Jodi Piccoult. …more
Island of a Thousand Mirrors
Island of a Thousand Mirrors
by Nayomi Munaweera
slow at first but then took off (5/8/2014)
At first, I was not excited to read this book. It was not until I got a little further into the book that it really grabbed my attention. I thought that the characters were well described but did have some difficulty following them.
I would recommend this book for a book …more
I Am Livia
I Am Livia
by Phyllis T. Smith
Rome (1/22/2014)
This book was very well written. Phyllis Smith, a first time author did a good job at combining history and fiction to make this a very interesting and captivating read. Her research on the subject was very thorough and well thought out when combining the two.
This is a …more
The Last Enchantments
The Last Enchantments
by Charles Finch
Education in life (12/3/2013)
The author captured the essence of going to college and experiencing life. The title summed it up wonderfully. The experiences that Will went through in England, after already starting a life with Alison. Also, the fact that he had a job working in politics and then to go …more
A Man of His Own
A Man of His Own
by Susan Wilson
Great Friend (8/11/2013)
I love animal stories and this one certainly did not disappoint. Very well written. Hard for me to put it down. This I would recommend for a book club, lots to discuss. The author's description of the characters are very well written. By the time I finished the book, I felt …more
Letters from Skye
Letters from Skye
by Jessica Brockmole
Wonderful Letters (6/29/2013)
I did not want the story to end. This book was a great read. Thoroughly enjoyed every minute - I felt like I was transported to wherever the writers were. Jessica Brockmole hit this one on the head. It was a very refreshing read, never a dull moment nor was I lost as to who …more
Flat Water Tuesday
Flat Water Tuesday
by Ron Irwin
Flat (6/9/2013)
This book was so so, had a different impression when I selected this book. I did not like how it jumped back and forth. It took me a while to read it and get into it. I would have to say this last 10 chapters was better and it moved along quickly. Not a book I would …more
The Laws of Gravity
The Laws of Gravity
by Liz Rosenberg
It's All Relative (5/4/2013)
Well written and riveting. I enjoyed reading this book and look forward to reading more from this author. I would recommend this book to book clubs, I feel that there would be many good discussions regarding this book.
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