Reviews by Lil C. (Chestertown, NY)

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Peach Blossom Spring
Peach Blossom Spring: A Novel
by Melissa Fu
Ancient scrolls hold lives together. (4/15/2022)
The weaving of the ancient scroll stories enhanced this otherwise plain novel. My bar is set very high for Chinese novels that attempt to explore China's intricate history. It took me too long to complete the book. Therefore, only an average read for me.
The Three Mothers
The Three Mothers: How the Mothers of Martin Luther King, Jr., Malcolm X, and James Baldwin Shaped a Nation
by Anna Malaika Tubbs
Had potential (1/26/2021)
The premise of this book was inspiring...just like the men whose mothers were to be described. Unfortunately, the editors did not help Anna Tubbs create a story that flowed. The book read like so many term papers, research papers, and thesis. Can't wait for someone to do …more
With or Without You
With or Without You: A Novel
by Caroline Leavitt
Something amazing can happen... (5/18/2020)
As I read With Or Without You during the time of Coronavirus, I find I am constantly trying to manipulate the characters to be the most positive and to make what I believe is the "right" choice. Caroline Leavitt has other ideas. She has crafted characters with faults, …more
The Yellow Bird Sings
The Yellow Bird Sings: A Novel
by Jennifer Rosner
Hope wrapped in Music (12/8/2019)
Another Holocaust novel. Jennifer Rosner tells the story from a survivor's resilient heart with hope wrapped in a Yellow Bird and music. Play "Dryades et Pan" or "Max Bruch Violin Concerto no. 1 G minor" as your book club discusses Roza's choices. Then be silent for one …more
Father of Lions
Father of Lions: One Man's Remarkable Quest to Save the Mosul Zoo
by Louise Callaghan
Things we do not know... (11/6/2019)
As I started each chapter, I shook my head in disbelief. The world Abu Laith lives in is frighteningly complicated. Rules change with each new invasion, yet Abu Laith remains true to his passion...save the animals. I will continue to fear for the lives of humans and animals …more
The Last Collection
The Last Collection: A Novel of Elsa Schiaparelli and Coco Chanel
by Jeanne Mackin
Box of Crayons (4/10/2019)
You will need your entire box of primary colors to enjoy this very real-feeling novel. Coco & Elsa carry their love hate relationship through a World War and fashion history. Did not put it down...even on vacation.
Meet Me at the Museum
Meet Me at the Museum
by Anne Youngson
Berry Picking (5/2/2018)
I will never pick berries the same way again. As I read Tina and Kristian's exchange letters I nodded :
In disbelief
in sadness with a tear in my eye
with a knowing smile
with hope for enlightenment

Anne Youngson, I will now turn around with my basket of berries and open my eyes …more
Sometimes I Lie
Sometimes I Lie
by Alice Feeney
Three Reasons to Read About Amber Reynolds (12/5/2017)
1. Alice Feeney had me at: "I am in a coma. My husband doesn't love me anymore. And sometimes I lie."

2. The first twist in the plot caught me completely off guard and shouting OMG.

3. The incredible twists and sense of danger filled the next chapters with psychological …more
The Story of Arthur Truluv
The Story of Arthur Truluv: A Novel
by Elizabeth Berg
Young adult find (7/18/2017)
'The Story of Arthur Truluv' is not 'A Man Called Ove'; it is not 'The Curious Charms of Arthur Pepper'; it is not 'The Little Paris Book Shop'. It is a short novel with engaging characters that the young adult reader may find they want to learn more about.
I struggled to …more
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