Sunday, January 15, 2012
It is so refreshing to read a mystery in which the main characters are just regular human beings with all the faults and problems that regular human beings have. Without giving away too much, I'll say that you shouldn't expect all the loose ends to be neatly tied up in the end; that doesn't happen in real life, and it doesn't happen here.
These characters are interesting and very well developed, and, as I said before, very human in that they are frustratingly obtuse at times.
The writing in this book is gorgeous and rich, and I can't wait to read another by Tana French.
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"The Little Lady Agency" by Hester Browne
ReplyDeleteI enjoyed this book immensely because of its memorable characters and dry wit. The humor was subtle, but clever. This book could have been a typical "chick-lit" book, yet it wasn't. It didn't focus soley on the character finding the love of her life. Instead, a major theme carried throughout the book was one of finding your own path in life. It was entertaining, but also taught a lesson. A good read.
"The Hunger Games" by Suzanne Collins
ReplyDeleteI was skeptical about this book because I tend to shy away from books that have a huge following right away. But friends kept insisting that I would love this book. It took me 4 attempts to start this book. It was so unrealistic and far-fetched, that I had a difficult time becoming engrossed in the story. But I kept reading and all of a sudden, at chapter 4, I was hooked! I could not put the book down! It has been a long time since I have been this excited about a plot in a book. It was filled with suspense and intrigue and had an amazing plot! I recommend this book whole-heartedly!
"I Am in Here" by Elizabeth M. Bonker and Virginia G. Breen
ReplyDeleteAs an educator, this book was powerful. As a parent, this book was inspiring. As a human being, this book was gripping. This book is a must-read for anyone who knows anyone who is autistic or knows someone who knows someone who knows someone who is autistic. In other words, everyone should read this book in order to get a better understanding of what is going on in the minds of people and families coping with autism.
Elizabeth tells her story through short, but very detailed and very telling poetry. Through these poems, the reader is able to see inside her mind and her heart as she struggles with autism and her inablity to speak. Her mother tells the rest of the story; the one about a mother who is determined to "find the key to unlock the door of autism".
Reading Elizabeth's poetry, one can not help but empathathize with her struggles and frustrations. Reading her mother's inspirational story, one can not help but be inspired to fight for everything our children need and deserve.
the pile of the stuff at the bottom of the stairs- Christina Hopkison
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Aunt Dimity's Death- nancy atherton.
ReplyDeleteThis book was wonderful and filled with romance and mystery that spans 2 generations. A quick and easy read- I was sorry when it was over
One day- David Nicolls. Pretty good read esp if you are child of 80's generation. dragged at times, overall good beach read- surprised by ending!
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ReplyDeletethe little women letters- WOW!! if you are fan of Little Women, then reading this book is a must. The ways that this modern day trio of siblings connects to the siblings in Little women is wonderful. It does certainly show that blood is thicker than water and family traits are handed down without one even knowing about it!
ReplyDeleteRosie Dunne by Cecelia Ahern. In all fairness I love her books but hate the fact that not only can she write but is beautiful as well!!Another great story about love lost and gained- great chick lit!
ReplyDeletethe peach keeper- sarah Addsion Allen. LOVED IT! didn;t want to put it down... great mystery/ghost story in it plus romance. what else can you ask for? Can't wait to read others by her
ReplyDelete"When She Woke" by Hillary Jordan
ReplyDeleteThis is an updated, modernized version of "The Scarlet Letter". I normally dislike books that retell a story, but this was not the case this time. This book was fabulous! The subject matter was, at times, difficult to read, but the author doesn't dwell on graphic details. I experienced so many different emotions while reading this thought-provoking book. It was exhilarating, sad, exciting, frustrating, and more. It really had me thinking. This was a book that I did not want to end.