Reviews by Pamela C. (Boxborough, MA)

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The Flower Sisters
The Flower Sisters
by Michelle Collins Anderson
The captivating adventures of Daisy Flowers (2/20/2024)
In the summer Daisy Flowers turns fifteen years old, she finds herself dumped off at her grandmother's house in Possum Flats, Missouri. Her mother promises she will be back after she and her latest boyfriend get settled in California. Daisy's grandmother, Rose Flowers, runs …more
The Long Ago
The Long Ago: A Novel
by Michael McGarrity
Don't Miss This book! (2/23/2023)
From the moment I started reading this book, I never wanted to put it down!! The title, The Long Ago, refers to an imaginary place where sister and brother Barbara and Ray would fantasize about when they were kids. A place with peace and harmony unlike the volatile family …more
Homestead
Homestead: A Novel
by Melinda Moustakis
Homesteading in the Big Spaces of Alaska (1/20/2023)
I loved this book! It gave me an inside look at homesteading in the 50's in Alaska. Marie, a Texan, travels to Alaska to visit her sister . Her goal is to meet a man who will provide for her. She does that quickly. Lawrence too is looking for a partner in life who he can …more
Metropolis
Metropolis: A Novel
by B. A. Shapiro
Unique and compelling suspense novel (3/21/2022)
This is such a wonderful book! I loved how the author introduced us to the six characters who lived or worked at the Metropolis Storage Warehouse. Each of them have a unique connection to Metropolis, some of them are actually living in their storage units and we learn their …more
The Last Chance Library
The Last Chance Library
by Freya Sampson
Library lovers gem! (7/10/2021)
June Jones works at the local library just as her mother did. After her Mom passes, she still lives in her house surrounded by happy memories. She does not venture out beyond her comfort zones: the library and the house. She has few friends and does not date, but when the …more
The Funny Thing About Norman Foreman
The Funny Thing About Norman Foreman: A Novel
by Julietta Henderson
Charming and uplifting story! (2/21/2021)
I loved this book!! Norman Foreman and his Mom Sadie have a zest for life. Sadie is a dedicated mom. Even if she can't remember to buy food or do the laundry, she is always there for Norman. Norman seems to have started out from the" get go" with a can do attitude. He …more
The Fortunate Ones
The Fortunate Ones
by Ed Tarkington
A real page turner! (10/24/2020)
This book was hard to put down! Many interesting characters and a great peek into the secret lives of rich and powerful people. Charlie Boykin comes to join that world due to his mothers connections and his life changes totally. He becomes involved with Arch Creigh, a …more
With or Without You
With or Without You: A Novel
by Caroline Leavitt
Compelling story (5/9/2020)
Picked up this book expecting a light domestic drama and instead found it to be a deep exploration of identity and transformation. Author has given us a well detailed view into a struggling marriage. Stella, a nurse, is married to Simon, a rock musician. They want different …more
Outside Wonderland
Outside Wonderland: A Novel
by Lorna Jane Cook
Engaging book! (2/18/2011)
I liked this book -- the characters make this book a good read for people who enjoy family drama/psychological fiction.... It was interesting to observe how the children adapt to their lives growing up after the loss of both parents only eight years apart. The children ( …more
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