Author:
Naomi Alderman
Stars:
3
Review by: S E Sanchez
The Jesus story from 4 different perspectives. Memorable.
Wednesday, August 22, 2018
Hank & Jim: The 50 Year Friendship of Henry Fonda & James Stewart
Author:
Scott Eyman
Stars: 4
Review by: S E Sanchez
Rich back stories of these 2 film icons. Deep explorations of their upbringing, families and approaches to their art. Fascinating look at opposites not just attracting, but helping each other cope and thrive.
Stars: 4
Review by: S E Sanchez
Rich back stories of these 2 film icons. Deep explorations of their upbringing, families and approaches to their art. Fascinating look at opposites not just attracting, but helping each other cope and thrive.
The Lost Key
Author:
Catherine Coulter & J.T. Ellison
Stars: 5
Review by: ("no")
Awesome!!! Very fast paced and thrilling. You won't be able to put the book down. It definitely earned the Library Journal's Top Five Thrillers of the Year.
Stars: 5
Review by: ("no")
Awesome!!! Very fast paced and thrilling. You won't be able to put the book down. It definitely earned the Library Journal's Top Five Thrillers of the Year.
Magnolia Table
Author:
Joanna Gaines
Stars: 4
Review by: Lizzytish
Beautiful pictures with sweet stories behind the yummy sounding recipes. Already made the peach caprese! I am now going to have to purchase this so I can try all the recipes and not worry about marking up the book!
Stars: 4
Review by: Lizzytish
Beautiful pictures with sweet stories behind the yummy sounding recipes. Already made the peach caprese! I am now going to have to purchase this so I can try all the recipes and not worry about marking up the book!
Lily and the Octopus
Author:
Steven Rowley
Stars: 2
Review by: Lizzytish
Somehow this book didn’t do it for me. I loved Lily. Ted however, I couldn’t warm up to. He seemed needy, whiny, and self-centered. I get having a pet and the things you have to deal with. I’ve been there several times. But, I couldn’t even feel anything in the end. At least to the point of losing it. But this is my opinion, nothing more. I would have loved to read more about Lily.
Stars: 2
Review by: Lizzytish
Somehow this book didn’t do it for me. I loved Lily. Ted however, I couldn’t warm up to. He seemed needy, whiny, and self-centered. I get having a pet and the things you have to deal with. I’ve been there several times. But, I couldn’t even feel anything in the end. At least to the point of losing it. But this is my opinion, nothing more. I would have loved to read more about Lily.
The Nonsense Show
Author:
Eric Carle
Stars: 4
Review by: Lizzytish
First of all, I love Eric Carle’s books. My 18 month old grandchild loved the vivid drawings and the topsy turvey world Eric created. It was amusing and was read many times over.
Stars: 4
Review by: Lizzytish
First of all, I love Eric Carle’s books. My 18 month old grandchild loved the vivid drawings and the topsy turvey world Eric created. It was amusing and was read many times over.
Killings
Author:
Calvin Trillin
Stars: 3
Review by: rgfundamental
Low key true crime. Well written; not exciting.
Stars: 3
Review by: rgfundamental
Low key true crime. Well written; not exciting.
The Great Gatsby
Author:
F. Scott Fitzgerald
Stars: 5
Review by: Shapoppa
I read it in high school and long since had forgotten about this classic. It was nice to read it years later where I now have the maturity to understand it.
Stars: 5
Review by: Shapoppa
I read it in high school and long since had forgotten about this classic. It was nice to read it years later where I now have the maturity to understand it.
Bird Lake Moon
Author:
Kevin Henkes
Stars: 2
Review by: August Mom
Found this book on CD in a library giveaway box. A story for middle school age children. Slow and needed more development with the ending. Nice description of friendship that develops and occurs in the summertime.
Stars: 2
Review by: August Mom
Found this book on CD in a library giveaway box. A story for middle school age children. Slow and needed more development with the ending. Nice description of friendship that develops and occurs in the summertime.
Everything I Never Told You
Author:
Celeste Ng
Stars: 4
Review by: BKF
A family portrait of a Chinese American family in the 1970's and the heartbreak and chaos that follows after their favorite daughter is found dead. This is a very well written book, but also very depressing.
Stars: 4
Review by: BKF
A family portrait of a Chinese American family in the 1970's and the heartbreak and chaos that follows after their favorite daughter is found dead. This is a very well written book, but also very depressing.
Norwegian By Night
Author:
Derek B. Miller
Stars: 5
Review by: Kim P.
I don't know how best to describe this book. JUST READ IT. You won't be sorry.
Stars: 5
Review by: Kim P.
I don't know how best to describe this book. JUST READ IT. You won't be sorry.
The Ruby Red Clue
Author:
William Love
Stars: 2
Review by: Chris L.
Predictable who done it. This series is based on the quirky relationship between a disabled bishop and his Jewish aide/detective.
Stars: 2
Review by: Chris L.
Predictable who done it. This series is based on the quirky relationship between a disabled bishop and his Jewish aide/detective.
Memento Mori
Author:
Ruth Downie
Stars: 3
Review by: Chris L.
Latest book in the Medicus series. Just so-so. I visited Bath in England in April and was interested to read this book which takes place there in 53 A.D. I found the description of the town more interesting than the story.
Stars: 3
Review by: Chris L.
Latest book in the Medicus series. Just so-so. I visited Bath in England in April and was interested to read this book which takes place there in 53 A.D. I found the description of the town more interesting than the story.
The Girl Next Door
Author:
Jack Ketchum
Stars: 4
Review by: Spring J
This book is not for everyone, very disturbing. The author leads you down the path to care about the characters. The book is allegedly based on a true story. I finished this book in two days.
Stars: 4
Review by: Spring J
This book is not for everyone, very disturbing. The author leads you down the path to care about the characters. The book is allegedly based on a true story. I finished this book in two days.
Baby Teeth
Author:
Zoje Stage
Stars: 5
Review by:libraryaimee
A chilling and original thriller. A six year old daughter plots to kill her mom so she can have her father to herself. Chapters alternate narration between the mom & the daughter. Super scary! Loved it!
Stars: 5
Review by:libraryaimee
A chilling and original thriller. A six year old daughter plots to kill her mom so she can have her father to herself. Chapters alternate narration between the mom & the daughter. Super scary! Loved it!
Hey Ladies!
Author:
Caroline Moss & Michelle Markowitz
Stars: 4
Review by: Sarah E.
Great summer beach read. Laughed so hard at the irony of the relationships between the women - I felt like I knew each and every character.
Stars: 4
Review by: Sarah E.
Great summer beach read. Laughed so hard at the irony of the relationships between the women - I felt like I knew each and every character.
The Fallen
Author:
David Baldacci
Stars: 5
Review by: Judy
Baldacci never disappoints and this mystery takes place in PA and continues with his Memory Man character.
Stars: 5
Review by: Judy
Baldacci never disappoints and this mystery takes place in PA and continues with his Memory Man character.
After Anna
Author:
Lisa Scottoline
Stars: 5
Review by: Reading GAL
Excellent! A great suspense novel. You will not be able to put it down.
Stars: 5
Review by: Reading GAL
Excellent! A great suspense novel. You will not be able to put it down.
4th of July, Asbury Park
Author:
Daniel Wolff
Stars: 4
Review by: BKF
Wow! What history lies behind Asbury Park that I never knew. How many of us spent some summer days on the beach and nights on the boardwalk? I remember going there with my parents and with my friends when I got older. I'll always remember seeing The Temptations there. Haven't been to Asbury in decades and, after reading this book, I wonder how it's doing today.
Stars: 4
Review by: BKF
Wow! What history lies behind Asbury Park that I never knew. How many of us spent some summer days on the beach and nights on the boardwalk? I remember going there with my parents and with my friends when I got older. I'll always remember seeing The Temptations there. Haven't been to Asbury in decades and, after reading this book, I wonder how it's doing today.