Reviews by Candace F. (Lincoln, NE)

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The Waters
The Waters: A Novel
by Bonnie Jo Campbell
Interesting book (11/14/2023)
I love the cover of this book and the title, "The Waters" is very inviting. When i rea the synopsis of this book I thought it was my kind of book, engaging prose, generational, with a touch of fantasy. I found it confusing from the beginning with the characters having many …more
Banyan Moon
Banyan Moon: A Novel
by Thao Thai
Better Than 5 Stars (5/17/2023)
I loved this book! I wish I could give it 10 stars.

This poignant story spans 3 generations of strong women, the Vietnamese Tran family comprised of mother, daughter and granddaughter. They weather complicated family relationships and family secrets.

I loved each character …more
Homestead
Homestead: A Novel
by Melinda Moustakis
Alaska, an emerging frontier (1/17/2023)
First, I want to say I love the cover of this book. The title and the cover drew me in from the start.
This is a story of friendship, courage and love between friends, siblings and a man and a woman who entered into a marriage without knowing one another. Marie longed for a …more
Scatterlings
Scatterlings: A Novel
by Resoketswe Martha Manenzhe
HIstory and Folklore (10/13/2022)
Scatterlings was a very different kind of book than I usually read however I found it to be educational in the history of the Immorality Act of 1927, multilayered with societal issues of loss, interracial marriages, belonging and mental instability. This debut author is …more
The Lies I Tell
The Lies I Tell: A Novel
by Julie Clark
One of the Best (4/3/2022)
I loved Julie Clark's book "The Flight" and have been anxiously anticipating her new book. I was so excited when I was selected to receive an ARC of this book. It certainly didn't disappoint. Clark weaves an intricate web that pulls you in at the start. The characters of …more
Black Widows
Black Widows: A Novel
by Cate Quinn
Three Wives--One husband (1/3/2021)
Ms. Quinn did a great job of developing the characters in this book. The wives had very little in common except for the same husband. Each had a past with baggage from their childhood with made each character interesting. Blake (the husband) was dysfunctional as well and …more
The Secrets of Love Story Bridge
The Secrets of Love Story Bridge
by Phaedra Patrick
Happy Ending (1/8/2020)
If you are ready for a light-hearted story that includes loss, mystery, heroism, and friendship that turns into more The Secrets of Love Story Bridge should be on your TBR list. I requested this book because I was intrigued by the title and I enjoyed Phaedra Patrick's book …more
The Night Tiger
The Night Tiger: A Novel
by Yangsze Choo
Fascinating Tale (12/13/2018)
First of all, I loved the name of the book. It in itself, drew me in. The tale set in 1930's Malaya involves mystery, ghosts and beautifully written descriptions. The book weaves the story of two young people, Ren the 11 yr. old houseboy and JiLin a young apprentice …more
Red, White, Blue
Red, White, Blue
by Lea Carpenter
Not for me (7/9/2018)
I had a difficult time staying with this book. It seemed to jump around for me and without more knowledge of espionage I was at times totally in the dark. I would have a very hard time recommending this to my friends.
The Travelling Cat Chronicles
The Travelling Cat Chronicles
by Hiro Arikawa, Philip Gabriel
Touching and Memorable (5/9/2018)
I consider myself more of a dog-lover than a cat-lover with that being said, I am definitely an animal lover. The Traveling Cat Chronicles is a very touching, bittersweet, all about "life" story written through the eyes of a cat. The book is at times funny but as you travel …more
Other People's Houses
Other People's Houses
by Abbi Waxman
Other People's Houses (12/3/2017)
This is a story that could take place in anyone's neighborhood. Frances Bloom found herself involved with the lives of other families on her block. Who really knows what happens behind closed doors but sometimes we find out by accident. Abbi Waxman is a pro at delivering a …more
As Bright as Heaven
As Bright as Heaven
by Susan Meissner
Not to be missed! (10/16/2017)
If you are a fan of historical fiction this book should be at the top of your list. After reading The Nightingale I didn't think there would be a book I liked as well but this book has proven me wrong. This book is so well written that as I read it became a motion picture …more
Happiness
Happiness: The Crooked Little Road to Semi-Ever After
by Heather Harpham
Happiness by Heather Harpham (6/1/2017)
This book was not easy for me to read but grabbed my heart to the very core. Deep moving love, happiness, hope, fear, sadness, sprinkled with a little humor....it covered all the human emotions. Heather's relationship with Brian, her friends, family and children brought out …more
The Stars Are Fire
The Stars Are Fire
by Anita Shreve
Excellent book (2/22/2017)
The first book I read by Anita Shreve was "The Pilot's Wife". I loved it and read everything she had/has written. Her stories never disappoint!!! "The Stars Are Fire" is another outstanding book and I would gladly have given it 6 stars if I could have. The characters come …more
The Girl Before
The Girl Before
by JP Delaney
The Girl Before (11/18/2016)
This is one of the best books I've read in awhile. The story was very unique to anything I've ever read and it held my interest until the very end! I usually don't read psychological thrillers but it may be my new genre.The way the author went back and forth from Emma to …more
The Book That Matters Most
The Book That Matters Most: A Novel
by Ann Hood
A Great Read (5/31/2016)
Ann Hood is a new author to me and I'm so glad I have discovered her! I loved "The Book That Matters Most" for several reasons. Ms. Hood makes her characters as real as the people you know. I felt like I could call Ava and invite her for a cup of coffee! I loved this book …more
Ashes of Fiery Weather
Ashes of Fiery Weather
by Kathleen Donohoe
Disappointed (3/7/2016)
The title "Ashes of Fiery Weather" was very intriguing. I love the cover of this book and couldn't wait to begin reading this book. Being a fan of "Chicago Fire" and "Blue Bloods" on T.V. I was sure I would really like it. I found the book to be confusing and hard to follow. …more
The Widow
The Widow
by Fiona Barton
Ms. Barton, I'm wanting more! (12/1/2015)
Dealing with child abduction and death are dark subjects. I don't read many psychological thrillers but this one caught my attention. Fiona Barton wrote a "grab you from the first page....to the last" thriller. Her style is smooth and the transition from character to …more
The Two-Family House
The Two-Family House
by Lynda Cohen Loigman
The Two-Family House (11/2/2015)
I finished "The Two Family-House" last night. If Loigman had other books I would be on my way to the book store now to purchase more. Loigman paints her characters like a masterpiece starting with a sketch of the character and adding layer upon layer of human emotions. The …more
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