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Wild and Distant Seas
Wild and Distant Seas: A Novel
by Tara Karr Roberts
Enjoyable Read! (11/2/2023)
I enjoyed reading Wild and Distant Seas. A story of four generations of strong women, each having a unique gift of clairvoyance, and their worldwide search for the elusive Ishmael, whose absence affected each life in a different way. The search is the thread that pulls the …more
The Wren, the Wren
The Wren, the Wren: A Novel
by Anne Enright
Not My Fave (8/24/2023)
This book was a bit of a slog. The writing is at times luminous, and there were some lovely and thoughtful sections, but I didn't really identify with any of the characters and without that investment, the book was hard for me to finish. It is obvious that Ms. Enright is a …more
Pieces of Blue
Pieces of Blue
by Holly Goldberg Sloan
Great Read! (2/8/2023)
I'm a sucker for a family story that features one or more precocious kids, and within the first few pages, I knew Sena was going to be my favorite in this group. She's the youngest of three very unique siblings who relocate to Hawaii with their widowed mom to start again …more
Wade in the Water
Wade in the Water: A Novel
by Nyani Nkrumah
Impressive Debut! (11/26/2022)
I found myself surprised that this is the author's debut novel. An old story told in a new way that made me care very much for the characters. I love stories that feature a precocious old-soul child, and Ella is one of the best examples in quite a while. I was a young teen …more
The Paris Bookseller
The Paris Bookseller
by Kerri Maher
Missing That Certain Spark (1/1/2022)
There is much to anticipate when considering a novel about the wonderful bookstore Shakespeare and Company in Paris, but unfortunately, I struggled to finish this book. The storytelling lacked that certain spark that compels a reader to be unable to put the book down, and …more
Take My Hand
Take My Hand
by Dolen Perkins-Valdez
Compelling Story with a Weak Voice (10/13/2021)
There is no doubt that the story of this landmark court case is both important and timely. Forced sterilizations are, sadly, still happening and women still struggle with having choices regarding our bodies legislated by men. But I found the storytelling in Take My Hand to …more
Vox
Vox
by Christina Dalcher
Great Read (6/3/2018)
There's a great deal to like about Vox. It's a dystopian tale with a strong female lead who's a wife, mother, and linguistics scientist who was on the verge of a breakthrough discovery when she and all other women were banished to their homes and no longer able to work. And …more
The Days When Birds Come Back
The Days When Birds Come Back
by Deborah Reed
Familiar Metaphor, But It Works (11/28/2017)
Home renovation as metaphor for starting over is not a new theme in literature, but in Deborah Reed's "The Days When Birds Come Back," it works, as two people struggling with a myriad of painful situations help each other through the murk to a new beginning. Reed's' …more
Seven Days of Us
Seven Days of Us: A Novel
by Francesca Hornak
Couldn't Put It Down (5/29/2017)
I planned to spend a couple of hours with SEVEN DAYS OF US, then go on to other things. I never got to them. :-) This book pulled me into the first chapter and didn't let go until the very end. I love these people. Serious Olivia, remote Andrew, flighty Phoebe, fluttery …more
Rise
Rise: How a House Built a Family
by Cara Brookins
A Great New Year's Read (11/14/2016)
I find it interesting that this book is publishing in January, the traditional month for new beginnings, because that's exactly what it describes. The author and her children were victims of abuse, and she managed not only to get them out of the bad situation and into a …more
Underground Airlines
Underground Airlines
by Ben H. Winters
Fascinating and Thoroughly Enjoyable (8/24/2016)
I found Underground Airlines to be absolutely fascinating. Usually I'm not much for alternate reality scenarios, but this one grabbed me from page one and didn't let go. Granted, I'm not a hugely analytical reader. I read for pleasure and don't overthink or nitpick, because …more
The Life of the World to Come
The Life of the World to Come
by Dan Cluchey
Not for Me (5/10/2016)
I love the opportunities that First Impressions books provide and try really hard to be generous and open when considering what I will say in my review. I know that this author has talent, and am happy that so many readers seemed to enjoy this book, his first novel - but I …more
The Well
The Well
by Catherine Chanter
I Drowned in The Well (3/17/2015)
When I am fortunate enough to score an ARC from BookBrowse, I feel an obligation to give the book my very best shot. I tried really hard to get enthused about The Well, but it was too much for me. It didn't pull me in in the first 100 pages, and the pace was waaaay too slow …more
Accidents of Marriage
Accidents of Marriage
by Randy Susan Meyers
Touching, Compelling (6/18/2014)
I found "Accidents of Marriage" be a fascinating, touching, and thought-provoking study of consequences. A compelling story line, well-drawn characters, believable dialog, and good pacing. I cared about the characters and what happened to them and was sad to come to the end …more
The Deepest Secret
The Deepest Secret
by Carla Buckley
From "WHOA" to "WOW" ! (12/3/2013)
When I first saw the size of this book, I was afraid: Oh, no, a big book right at holiday time! But I jumped in, and could hardly put the book DOWN. It's a thought-provoking tale about a family with a very special-needs son - a boy just entering his teens who has an extreme …more
The Lion in the Lei Shop
The Lion in the Lei Shop
by Kaye Starbird
What A Treasure! (7/9/2013)
If this book hadn't been reissued as one of Nancy Pearl's Book Lust classics, I might never have read it, and what a shame that would have been. This book is, quite simply, a treasure. I wasn't yet born when Pearl Harbor happened, so I was fascinated by the descriptions of …more
Amy Falls Down
Amy Falls Down
by Jincy Willett
I Love Amy! (7/9/2013)
What a fun, fun book. It's quirky, and difficult to describe in a way that conveys just what a delight it is -- but if you love books, and reading, and writing, and struggling writers, and dogs, and women, and unpredictable changes, and -- oh hell -- just read it! You will …more
Golden Boy
Golden Boy
by Abigail Tarttelin
Simply Amazing (1/19/2013)
It's not often that I am compelled to read a book in one sitting, but it happened today, when I picked up GOLDEN BOY. This is a fascinating story with many layers. It's about a family with a secret, and how that secret affects each member, but it's also about identity, and …more
With or Without You
With or Without You: A Memoir
by Domenica Ruta
Not for Me (1/19/2013)
I'm always so excited to receive a First Impressions book and try very hard to be a responsible reviewer and read the entire book. I just couldn't do it with WITH OR WITHOUT YOU. Ms. Ruta most definitely has talent, and her way with words kept me going longer than I would …more
Wonder
Wonder
by R.J. Palacio
Amazing Book! (6/15/2012)
I loved this book. It is simple yet profound. It is about a wise and funny 5th grader who looks very different from anyone else he knows, and how others react to him, and how he feels about.... everything. It is just beautiful. It would be a wonderful book for parents and …more
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