false 66 399 389 true 5632164 read 1 true 532451 currently-reading 9 true 532450 to-read 1 false 5264778 first-reads-books http://www.goodreads.com/review/show/78469217 Bed & Breakfast: A Novel (Paperback) by Lois Battle
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]]> http://www.goodreads.com/review/show/78293786 to: Perfect on Paper: The (Mis)adventures of Waverly Bryson by Maria Murnane
Fast-paced, cute, poignant story of a young woman (with an affinity for sarcasm) who finds a way to find herself after life throws her a few curve balls. I can see how Waverly's attitude could start to wear a little thin for some readers but overall I was cheering for her. ]]> http://www.goodreads.com/review/show/77997760 to: Bed of Roses (Bride Quartet, #2) by Nora Roberts
3.5-4 stars, just finished it and may change that after I think about it a little more. Very entertaining! ]]> http://www.goodreads.com/review/show/77756728 to: All That Matters (Mass Market Paperback) by Stef Ann Holm
Over all, I liked it. I wish there'd been more of the Moretti family. Maybe the next book... ]]> http://www.goodreads.com/review/show/77127794 to: Savannah Blues (Mass Market Paperback) by Mary Kay Andrews
Contemporary Romantic Comedy with a mystery wound through it all - exactly the right book at the right time. I really enjoyed it and can't wait to get hold of the sequel! ]]> http://www.goodreads.com/review/show/77054499 to: Wishin' and Hopin': A Christmas Story (Hardcover) by Wally Lamb
Wishin' and Hopin' is an amusing novel about Felix Funicello and his 5th grade year at St. Aloysius Gonzaga. I really enjoyed reading about Felix and his classmates, teachers, and family. I went to Catholic elementary school and could relate to much of the story. Wally Lamb infused humor throughout the book. That said, there were a few times when I really felt sympathy for a couple of Felix's classmates. The class is guided through the first semester by a memorable substitute teacher. Lamb's story culminates in a hilarious Christmas program. I recommend placing Wishin' and Hopin' on your reading list this season ]]> http://www.goodreads.com/review/show/76894754 to: Juliet, Naked: A Novel (Hardcover) by Nick Hornby
]]> http://www.goodreads.com/review/show/76524422 to: All the Right Angles (Mass Market Paperback) by Stef Ann Holm
I really liked All the Right Angles. It's the first of three books. Franci and Kyle's story was fun to watch unfold. I enjoyed reading about the Moretti family and can imagine a few possible story lines for the books that follow. Although I thought the ending was a bit too abrupt, this is a feel-good romantic novel and I recommend it. ]]> http://www.goodreads.com/review/show/76230474 to: Benny & Shrimp (Paperback) by Katarina Mazetti
This slim novel was as addicting as the blurb on the cover claimed. The chapters are 3-4 pages and alternate between Benny and Shrimp's version of the same story. It's a rather quiet story that had me smiling much of the time. The main characters are in their mid-late 30s and getting worried that life is passing them by. Instead of observing, they want to participate in life. So they take a leap and strike up an unlikely friendship that becomes much more - but what? They reach a point where they know it's time to make a big decision. I don't want to give away any more of the book but I will encourage you to make time to read Benny & Shrimp. I'm glad I did and hope you will enjoy it as much as I did.

Note: Also included in the book is a Q&A with the author as well as discussion questions. In the interview Katarina Mazetti says she wrote a sequel a few years after Benny & Shrimp was published. Has anyone read it? I searched online but didn't find any mention of it. Maybe there isn't an English translation yet. ]]> http://www.goodreads.com/review/show/76047886 to: A Highlander's Temptation (MacKenzie Series, Book 7) by Sue-Ellen Welfonder
Nothing wrong with the story. I just didn't enjoy the Scottish dialogue. I know that's probably (obviously) a big part of this genre but this is the first book I've read and I felt a bit lost and frustrated. Maybe a glossary would have helped (kind of kidding). So it's all on me, not the author. I think fans of the genre will like the book. ]]>