A fun spy book with a charming retired lady starting a new career with the CIA. If you like "The Cat Who..." books by Jackson Braun you'll l...moreA fun spy book with a charming retired lady starting a new career with the CIA. If you like "The Cat Who..." books by Jackson Braun you'll like these. I'm tearing through my mom's collection while recovering from knee surgery.(less)
Puck & Buddy both chose this as their reward book for the Barnes & Noble Summer book club. They read 8 books to get one free book. They both wanted on...morePuck & Buddy both chose this as their reward book for the Barnes & Noble Summer book club. They read 8 books to get one free book. They both wanted only Mercy Watson!(less)
I'm reading this one again; out loud to my boys age 6 & 8. I am struck once again by what a really good story it is and how well Rowling tells it. I l...moreI'm reading this one again; out loud to my boys age 6 & 8. I am struck once again by what a really good story it is and how well Rowling tells it. I like the book so much more than the movie!(less)
Loved this book! Kingsolver has a quick, sharp wit that she uses with precision to speak difficult truth and instill hope in finding a better way to e...moreLoved this book! Kingsolver has a quick, sharp wit that she uses with precision to speak difficult truth and instill hope in finding a better way to enjoy healthy eating. The miracle part of her story is filled with joy and wonder. The vegetable part is crunchy, juicy and delicious. The animal part is racy and revealing. I mean, who knew that about turkey sex? This book is a life changer. I got my copy from the library but now definitely want to buy it for keeps.(less)
The story of Margaret Beaufort, heir to the Lancaster house and English throne in mid 1400's. She considers herself chosen by God and devout, although...moreThe story of Margaret Beaufort, heir to the Lancaster house and English throne in mid 1400's. She considers herself chosen by God and devout, although her passionate ambition to get her son on the throne dominates her life and pollutes her vision. The book is personally disturbing since she has such a myopic view of God's will, which always matches her own desires, and I fear my own self-interest boarders on this at times. Interesting to read but a bit frustrating and full of battles that I don't understand. I've never been able to understand or grasp English royals and am still muddled after reading this.(less)
This book was hard to read because it includes such brutal violence and heartbreak. But it gave me a lot to think about too, in terms of the impact of...moreThis book was hard to read because it includes such brutal violence and heartbreak. But it gave me a lot to think about too, in terms of the impact of our dependance on oil and what it means to the rest of the world. makes me want to make a few lifestyle changes. I like the character Little Bee and her voice is still in my head.(less)
It's hard to read this book because it is so dismal and depressing to see people struggling. (HIV, drugs, family members destroying each other, murder...moreIt's hard to read this book because it is so dismal and depressing to see people struggling. (HIV, drugs, family members destroying each other, murder, torture, child abuse). But it is equally hopeful and shows the best side of folks, so I'm glad I read it. Eye opening and uplifting & makes me want to do some community service LOL.(less)
Really got into this book. Fascinating to read the historical descriptions of what happened in my lifetime. I was living in Phila. & Cleveland during ...moreReally got into this book. Fascinating to read the historical descriptions of what happened in my lifetime. I was living in Phila. & Cleveland during 1950s & 60s Civil Rights & desegregation, and had a whole different experience. I have friends from college & beyond that grew up in the south in similar environments as the book; with Black maids & nannies. It is actually freaking me out. Why don't we usually see/acknowledge/recognize/discuss this?
One thing is bothering me this morning, after thinking about the book more. The Black maids are for the most part idealized. I mean, they actually like cleaning and want to go to work and want to keep their white families sparkling clean. Is that for real? They did seem very real, 3D characters while I was reading them, but after I finished and thought about it I think they are not. They are idealized to be the long suffering, righteous, good maids we want them to have been. What do you think?(less)
Had to quit reading this. Very disappointed since I actually bought this as a way of trying Nook reader on my iPod. It's too raunchy for my taste. I h...moreHad to quit reading this. Very disappointed since I actually bought this as a way of trying Nook reader on my iPod. It's too raunchy for my taste. I have no desire to be in the head of a crude old man remembering his good ole circus days.(less)
I just got this book to review. I haven't read any of them yet but I like the first chapter in this one so far. Is there a multicultural component? Ha...moreI just got this book to review. I haven't read any of them yet but I like the first chapter in this one so far. Is there a multicultural component? Has anyone discussed race/ethnicity in these books? What about the adoption theme? Any discussions?(less)
This book is one of my least favorite reads. It is one of those hard books that peels away the layers of human cruelty and shows all the ugliness of a...moreThis book is one of my least favorite reads. It is one of those hard books that peels away the layers of human cruelty and shows all the ugliness of a clever, cunning person of power taking advantage of a weak, innocent, vulnerable person. Basically a detective wrangles a murder confession out of a good kid who is innocent, just because he want more political power. It's horrifying and creepy. The writing is clean and crisp. The author leads you straight toward the climax with nothing wasted. I think a lot of teens might like this book, but not me.(less)
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