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Salvage the Bones: A Novel
by Jesmyn Ward
Salvage the bones (7/1/2011)
I looked forward to reading this book. I felt the topic was one that I would enjoy,but I was very disappointed. The writing was disjointed and the story lagged. None of the characters drew me to them and if they had I might have had a different reaction to the book. I ammore
Things We Didn't Say: A Novel
by Kristina Riggle
Things we didn't say (5/18/2011)
This was pleasant read. The use of telling the stories from each character's point of view was a great format, and the book kept me reading, but I was disappointed that the story was wrapped up so quickly. A few too many quick fixes for the topic... I think younger adultmore
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