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"I will start with a quote from the book: "You have a choice in this world, I believe, about how to tell sad stories, and we made the funny choice." (pg. 209)
Years ago before John Green was an author, he worked as a chaplain in ...more"
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Have you ever read any Janette Rallison books? I love them. She's hilarious.
First, two complaints: Really, really lame cover. And, I'm sorry to say, lame title too. Otherwise, a completely enjoyable story about teenagers. No angst. No garb...more |
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| This was a quick read. The author compiled "letters" written by women to their younger selves. While there were some really good essays, I think I love the idea of the book more than the book itself. What advice would you give to a younger you? I...more | |
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I will start with a quote from the book: "You have a choice in this world, I believe, about how to tell sad stories, and we made the funny choice." (pg. 209)
Years ago before John Green was an author, he worked as a chaplain in a children's hospita...more |
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I think Schmidt just made my favorite author list. His writing is feels fresh, witty and clever (my three favorite qualities). His characters are dynamic, likable and completely approachable. I love that he is able to take on hard topics and addr...
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The Kennedy Detail: JFK's Secret Service Agents Break Their Silence
by Gerald Blaine
read in January, 2012
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This is a completely fascinating book. This is not a tell-all, not a truth-revealing-expose, but the story from the perspective of the truly remarkable men who provided security to JFK and his family.
It is not the story of Kennedys, so it avoids ...more |
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| The worst is when you read a book and think "this could have been so much better." In truth, it wasn't that bad. The author was pretty funny. I liked the characters. The plot was unique. And it was clean, you know how much I like books without g...more | |
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| This book is exactly why I read YA fiction. Fun plot, clever premise, engaging characters, doesn't take itself too seriously, and is clean. Even though it is part of a series, it doesn't feel like a "set-up" for what's coming. Just a great story ...more | |
