6 stories; 3 by Robin McKinley, 3 by Peter Dickinson As I knew I would, I loved all 3 McKinley tales. I didn't care for Dickinson's middle tale (the S...more6 stories; 3 by Robin McKinley, 3 by Peter Dickinson As I knew I would, I loved all 3 McKinley tales. I didn't care for Dickinson's middle tale (the Sea Serpent) but "Mermaid Song" and "Kraken" were both interesting.(less)
Good for getting an introduction to new-to-you authors or reading short treats from already beloved authors. I particularly enjoyed:
1. Byndley 2. The B...moreGood for getting an introduction to new-to-you authors or reading short treats from already beloved authors. I particularly enjoyed:
1. Byndley 2. The Baby in the Night Deposit Box 3. Flotsam 4. Little Dot 5. Beauty 6. Chasing the Wind
Wonderful! Thoroughly engaging with a finely constructed world and well drawn characters. I loved that I didn't always know what was going to happen n...moreWonderful! Thoroughly engaging with a finely constructed world and well drawn characters. I loved that I didn't always know what was going to happen next and that the author sort of seemed to take what we've come to expect as readers and move beyond to a new place. A very good read. (less)
Good information written in a readable style. She talks about some things that seem complicated or expensive but for the most part she makes veganism...moreGood information written in a readable style. She talks about some things that seem complicated or expensive but for the most part she makes veganism (or even just a more veggie-centric life) seem very accessible. (less)
Not a fan. The story didn't seem to really go anywhere. There were pieces but they didn't all come together. I was also disappointed because Islam see...moreNot a fan. The story didn't seem to really go anywhere. There were pieces but they didn't all come together. I was also disappointed because Islam seemed like an after-thought addition more than a well-woven in thread (as the summary suggested it would be). [Which I guess is more of a complaint for the jacket-writer :)] Also fair warning, there were some rather vulgar bits. The author did create atmosphere well, I'll say that. (less)
It was okay; not a new favorite. I did like how each section was written a bit differently, each in the character of the character on which it was foc...moreIt was okay; not a new favorite. I did like how each section was written a bit differently, each in the character of the character on which it was focused.(less)
2nd book of the Sally Lockhart Trilogy. Best to read the 1st book first.
This book has great characters and an engaging story, lots of Victorian feel...more2nd book of the Sally Lockhart Trilogy. Best to read the 1st book first.
This book has great characters and an engaging story, lots of Victorian feel with a fashion-forward sprinkle here and there, laughter and tears -- all in all a great read (even if it did break my heart a little). Pullman is a wonderful storyteller.(less)
This ranks up near my favorite of Dokey's contributions to the Once Upon a Time series. Great story with good strong characters and genuine relationsh...moreThis ranks up near my favorite of Dokey's contributions to the Once Upon a Time series. Great story with good strong characters and genuine relationships. (less)
**spoiler alert** It was so great to read more about the Cassons; I love this family. They're funny and crazy and loving. Rose is the narrator for thi...more**spoiler alert** It was so great to read more about the Cassons; I love this family. They're funny and crazy and loving. Rose is the narrator for this story and as always, she has her own, unique perspective on things. The story is great and the ending embodies the warm, comforting chaos you've come to know and love with this bunch. Now that I've read this newest one, I've put all five of them in my to-re-read stack. What fun it will be to immerse myself in 5 consecutive Casson stories ! (less)
This book had interesting things to say about what one considers a "gift" and how sometimes there are two sides to a gift, a negative way in which you...moreThis book had interesting things to say about what one considers a "gift" and how sometimes there are two sides to a gift, a negative way in which you can use it and a positive way. And how sometimes you have to make a decision that is right for you and not for those around you or for tradition.(less)
A joy and a treasure !! What a wonderful, wonderful book !! I'm so very glad McKay set her mind to writing the continuing adventures of Ermengarde, Lo...moreA joy and a treasure !! What a wonderful, wonderful book !! I'm so very glad McKay set her mind to writing the continuing adventures of Ermengarde, Lottie, Lavinia and the Miss Minchins. Not to be missed.(less)
Very engaging read. I loved the setting, the archaeological backdrop to everything and, for the most part, the central characters. I want to travel in...moreVery engaging read. I loved the setting, the archaeological backdrop to everything and, for the most part, the central characters. I want to travel in a felucca down the Nile! Sounded like fun. Now to read some of the source material ...(less)
Loved it. Philip Pullman is an amazing story-teller. He creates rich, fabulous characters that seem to walk right off the page (though in the case of...moreLoved it. Philip Pullman is an amazing story-teller. He creates rich, fabulous characters that seem to walk right off the page (though in the case of the bad-guys I'd rather they stayed put =O) I didn't want the story to end. (less)
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