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Bright and Tender Dark
by Joanna Pearson

Only average (5/11/2024)

I enjoyed this book up to a point and then it became confusing. I would certainly give them author another chance....not all books vibe with everyone.

Women Rowing North: Navigating Life's Currents and Flourishing As We Age
by Mary Pipher

Another awesome book by Mary Pipher (7/10/2019)

Several years ago I read Reviving Ophelia by Mary Pipher. I still count it as one of the best books I have ever read. When I found that Women Rowing North was available I was thrilled to be able to read and review it. Mary Pipher takes us from the lives of young women to …more

Mothers of Sparta: A Memoir in Pieces
by Dawn Davies

Incredible! (10/3/2017)

Fortunately I began reading Mothers of Sparta on a Friday night. I could not stop reading until the last page was devoured. The honesty and realism of this author's words are mesmerizing and I so identified with her descriptions of love and life. From childhood through …more

The Secret Ingredient of Wishes
by Susan Bishop Crispell

Wish I may, wish I might..... (7/25/2016)

I loved this book! A little magic, a great friendship and romance that will keep you reading until late in the night. Rachel Monroe moves to a small town named Nowhere, and finds more excitement than she even knew she was looking for. This would be a great read for women of …more

The Good Neighbor
by Amy Sue Nathan

Liar, Liar pants on fire. (9/24/2015)

Izzy Lane is a divorced mother of one son, Noah. Having recently returned to her childhood home, Izzy fills her free time with blogging, which balloons into something unexpected. When Izzy creates "Mac" in her head and introduces him on her blog, her life goes a little …more

Five
by Ursula Archer

No Sleep for me! (11/6/2014)

Five.

Simple word, Simple title. But Ursula Archer blew me right out of the water. This author needs to keep doing what she does best....and that is, write mysteries!
Detective Beatrice and her partner, Florin, investigating crimes of murder and mayhem. Throw in a snarky ex- …more

A Thousand Pardons
by Jonathan Dee

Take your time with this one. (11/9/2012)

This is one of those books that takes time to absorb and enjoy. I love Helen and Sara...... Ben, not so much. Lots of twists and turns and an unexpected ending. If you have a snowy weekend in front of the fire, this book is a perfect addition!

Niceville: A Novel
by Carsten Stroud

A New Favorite Author! (6/6/2012)

Niceville is a scary,exhilarating ride! I loved every minute of it! Rainey Teague is one frightening little boy and his world will keep you keep you reading until the wee hours. A bit reminiscent of Dean Koontz in intensity and so entertaining. Carsten Stroud, Hats off to …more

Kissing Games of the World
by Sandi Kahn Shelton

Kissing Games of the World (9/27/2008)

This was the first of Sandi Kahn Shelton's books I have read, but it is certainly not the last! Jamie's relationship with her son, Arley and the other characters in this book were heartwarming and so very real. I laughed out loud many times and shed a few tears. Some twists …more

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