Books Reviews
My Point…And I Do Have One by Ellen Degeneres
It would be quite unimaginable should someone not liking the book, My Point…And I Do Have One by Ellen Degeneres at all. I, for one, find the book to be totally hilarious, superbly funny and has definitely labeled Ellen as someone being a most wondrous person full of joy, …
They Cage the Animals at Night, book
They Cage the Animals at Night is the heartbreaking memoir of Jennings Burch, whose childhood was spent in orphanages and institutions because his mother was sick and unable to take care of him.
Jennings is jut 8 years old when his mother brings him to a building and tells …
Lord of the Rings book
Lord of the Rings is one of the best known fantasy books, written straight after the second world war by JRRTolkien. It has been the inspiration of many other fantasy books and quite a few films, amongst them several animated films and the hugely popular ones made by Peter …
Star Fox 64: Unauthorized Game Secrets by Prima
Star Fox 64: Unauthorized Game Secrets by Prima is not nearly as attractive in presentation or as loaded with character, vehicle and space artwork as Nintendo’s official strategy guide is, although I nonetheless enjoyed reading and looking through the strategy guide. It featured artwork that I had seen before …
The Centurion and the Queen Novel
Author: Minnette Meador
Publisher: Resplendence Publishing
Genre: Historical fantasy/romance
Release Date: Out now
OK I admit, being a guy I’m not a big fan of romance novels. When I read the blurb for this book, however, I was very much intrigued and just had to review it. Now I’m glad I did.
It’s 6.0. AD …
Anne of Avonlea novel
Anne of Avonlea is the second book of Lucy Maud Montgomery’s popular series of Anne books, about the irrepressible and high spirited Anne Shirley.
Anne of Avonlea moves at a slightly slower pace than the first book, Anne of Green Gables, which took us through Anne’s childhood. Now Anne is …
World made by Hand by James Howard Kunstler
This book was recommended to me by a friend who shares my taste for post-apocalyptic literature. I found the book very interesting and sort of low key. This was refreshing as most “end of the world as we know it” books tend to take themselves very seriously. There was …
Don Quixote
The Life And Achievements Of The Renowned Don Quixote De La Mancha, written by Cervantes in the seventeenth century, has been translated from the original Spanish into many languages. I think this is because the book is not only entertaining, but also includes many moral and philosophical issues and …
Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen
Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen is one of the best books of all time. Austen does a fantastic job of developing the characters and drawing the reader in. When reading the novel, one actually feels as if you are sitting in the Bennet household listening to Mrs. Bennet …
Girls of Riyadh book
After being nagged by my girlfriends that I was spending too much time watching TV and less time reading, I decided to purchase a few books. I went online and ordered one book I was longing to read for a while: “Girls of Riyadh” by Rajaa Alsanea.
“Girls of Riyadh” …
Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone Book
Note: This Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone book review may contain spoilers.
I watched the movie version of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone before I’d read the book. Well, I actually didn’t technically “read” the book; I listened to the Jim Dale audio version of it first. When I …
10 steps to Positive Living Book
This book explores the concept of personal responsibility as the major and must feature for positive living. The book lists down 10 steps on how to lead a positive life. It focuses on the aspect which says treat yourself the way you would treat somebody whom you …
The Bungalow mystery book
I have read the book ‘The bungalow mystery’ written by Carolyn Keene. This is a book among the Nancy Drew series. As all other Nancy Drew books are, this book also is very interesting and captivating.
This mystery is a different sort of mystery. The mystery element differs from …
“World War Z” by Max Brooks
“World War Z” by Max Brooks is well-known within the modern zombie subculture, but that doesn’t mean that it’s well-regarded. In fact, the news of the upcoming film (currently listed as slated for release in 2013 on the Internet Movie Database) serves as evidence of the book’s lack of …
The Sleeping Doll
The Sleeping Doll was written by Jeffery Deaver. It is a crime/suspense novel featuring Kathryn Dance.
I really enjoyed this book. It is the first that I’ve read by this author, and I plan to read more. Anyone who likes crime or suspense novels should enjoy The Sleeping Doll.
The …
Book: The Demon Apostle
The Demon Apostle is the third book in the Demon Wars Saga Trilogy. I had high hopes for this book but was sorely let down. We again join Pony, Elbryan and the others. However, Pony is not herself. She has been through great tragedy, obviously, and so begins to …
Expiration Date by Eric Wilson
“Expiration Date” by Eric Wilson is a supernatural thriller that tells the story of Clay Ryker, a 29 year old man who has been keeping a dark secret for the last 12 years of his life. Back in his high school days, Clay was involved in an accident that …
The Blind Assassin by Margaret Atwood, book
I had heard good things about Margaret Atwood’s works and decided to read The Blind Assassin, which was the winner of the 2000 Booker Prize. I thought the novel was a brilliant demonstration of Atwood’s enormous talent as a writer, and the Booker Prize was well-deserved. The Blind Assassin …
Painless Grammar, Second Edition By Rebecca Elliott
I did not get this book by choice, trust me i would not spend 9.99 on a grammar book if i did not have too. I actually had to get it for a school honors English summer reading project. We are going to go in-depth in grammar and they …
The Apprentice by L Scooter Libby
Many have made note of the “raunchy” books written by notable republicans and/or conservatives. Examples would include Bill O’Reilly’s book, those who trespass (a book I have read and which really isn’t that raunchy), Lynn Cheney’s Sisters (which includes lesbian love scenes) and now the 1996 book by …
Friends Forever Step Into Reading Children’s Book
We got this book for my 2.5 year old as part of his Easter basket and he loves this story. If you are familiar with the step into reading series, you should already know that it is tier based depending on your child’s level of reading. This …
Comic Book: Savage Dragon Issue 1
The Savage Dragon Issue 1 was published in 1993 and was one of Image Comics’ first big hits. Erik Larsen wrote and illustrated the issue, which he did for quite a while in the series. For some reason, I absolutely loved this issue of Savage Dragon.
The art …
Angels and Demons book
Dan Brown is one of my favorite authors. I just recently finished reading Angels and Demons. I should have read this before I read The Di Vinci Code, also written by Dan Brown. In Angels and Devils is where Rabert Langdon was first introduced. He is a Harvard Sybololigist, …
Woodsong by Gary Paulsen
Known as a Newberry medalist, world-renowned Gary Paulsen creates his best book yet! He does what most authors struggle with, putting THEMSELVES in the situation of their usual books, which Gary does in his book, Woodsong! Woodsong is a memoir which mostly teaches that people should ‘Never give up, …
Essential Luke Cage Vol 2
Two years ago I wrote a Review Stream review on Essential Luke Cage Vol 1 and raved about it. Now, it is time to look at the release of Essential Luke Cage Vol 2 and I have to say that will the second collection does not reach the lofty …
A Knight in Shining Armor: Jude Deveraux
I love reading books, especially if there are special stories that wouldn’t make you put down the book you are reading because as the story unfolds, there is always new things to look forward to in the next chapter. Honestly, this is how I felt reading the “A knight …
Jeffrey Eugenides 2002 novel “Mddlesex”
I intended to buy Jeffrey Eugenides’ “Middlesex” back when it was published and awarded the Pulitzer Prize, a good couple of years ago. Unfortunately, I was short on cash then, and before the book hit the library shelves, I forgot about it. Still, when I noticed it at a …
Five Red Herrings book
Five Red Herrings was written by Dorothy L. Sayers in 1931.
This is not one of Dorothy Sayers’ better books; in fact, unless you enjoy reading about fishing and painting in Galloway, you would find yourself overwhelmed by the description of scenic landscapes and coloring styles employed by different painters.
Lord …
Biology for CXC by M.B.V. Roberts and June Mitchelmore
In my country, CXC examinations or CSEC as they are now called is one of the most basic external examinations done in most high schools. It is actually a Caribbean exam, similar to O-levels in Britain and the UK, except it has more of a Caribbean basis. When I …
Sex, Power & Murder Book
Sex, Power & Murder (the story of Chandra Levy and Gary Condit by David Wright & Don Gentile)
Chandra Levy was pretty, talented —“ the more than average American girl. However she had a penchant for risks and she brought this into her life, especially in relationships, …
The Apocalypse Troll by David Weber
This book is much better than the title suggests. Frankly, the title does not provide the slightest hint about what type of book this is (a futuristic science fiction adventure with a touch of romance) nor does it entice anyone to want to take a chance on it. …
Star Trek: Nemesis Novelization
Star Trek: Nemesis Novelization is superior to the film in my eyes because the novelization is able to dedicate more time to the things that could have made the movie a better one: character development for Shinzon and character moments between the crew. Shinzon’s motives are a little more …
Portrait of a Killer book
(Patricia Cornwell, published by Berkeley Books, 2003)
An interesting exploration into the mystery of Jack the Ripper, this story provides a background of the man who had struck fear in the heart of London in the 1900s.
I had been very intrigued by this killer, having read so many stories, fact …
Kirsten Learns A Lesson
recommended ages: 7 and up
Kirsten Larson starts school in America with excitement and nervousness.The new teacher is new and very strict and says Kirsten needs to learn to speak English better because she needs to recite a poem in front of the class. One day Kirsten meets an indian …
Book The Hungry Years
What is the point in this memoir? Basically what we get is a person chronicling their own personal Atkin’s diet. We do get a little background on the person’s life and their battle with obesity. But none of it is either poignant or funny. It …
Life After Lucy: The True Story of “I Love Lucy’s Little Ricky
The “Life After Lucy: The True Story of “I Love Lucy’s Little Ricky” is a book that I think will be of interest to fans of the television series because it explores the life, the career, the hopes and the dreams of Keith Thobodeaux, the actor that portrayed Little …
The Exorcist by William Peter Blatty
The novel The Exorcist by William Peter Blatty is one of the rare well-known novels not actually known for being a book. The Academy Award winning film adaptation of this tense story of faith versus skepticism has so overshadowed the original form that the novel is often ignored by …
Silverwing by Kenneth Oppel
This is an inspiring children’s fantasy story about a tiny bat named Shade that gets lost from his colony during a storm and must find his own way home. Along the way he faces many dangers, ranging from strong gusting winds to freezing temperatures, from hungry birds to …
.NET Interview Question Book
.NET Interview Question Book is a wonderful book for the .NET learners, .NET working people, etc. Mr.Nagaraju. B, edits this book. He organized the questions for each and every concepts like .NET architecture, web forms, web services, security, database, debugging, deploying the application, Server controls, etc. …
Don’t Start the Revolution Without Me by Jesse Ventura
Ex-professional wrestler Jesse Ventura became a national sensation when he won the govornership of Minnesota in 1996 running as a Reform party canidate. In his latest book “Don’t Start the Revolution Without Me”, he recounts the campaign for govorner of Minnesota, his controversial trip to Cuba, and why he …
The clue of the black keys book
I have read the book —˜The clue of the black keys’ written by Carolyn Keene. This is one among the Nancy Drew series. This book is quite interesting to read. This is a good mystery. Nancy has shown great courage and tact in this mystery.
Nancy manages to find a …
The Sins of the Fathers by Lawrence Block
The Sins of the Fathers - written by Lawrence Block, published by Avon Books in 1991.
This is the first book of the Matt Scudder series I seem to be reading his books in no particular sequence. I was already hooked on this character, as I had …
Promise Not To Tell by Jennifer Mcmahon
Promise Not To Tell by Jennifer Mcmahon is a very chilling story; one that I am still remembering days after I have finished reading. You can say that this book has a certain impact on me. This book is about a killer that had never been found. …
Star Trek: The Next Generation - The Captains’ Honor
Star Trek: The Next Generation - The Captains’ Honor is a novel that centers around Picard, although it is certainly not merely a story for Picard fans. In this story, the Enterprise and other Federation ship arrive to provide aid to a planet that has been devastated by the …
Sweet Valley: The Beast Must Die (Book)
This is the second installation in Sweet Valleys’ The Frightening Four series, and the first book shows that Juliana wasn’t really dreaming at all and someone was really attacking her in her dreams or when she wakes up, as she has deep scratches on her back.
Now that Elizabeth is …
Secret seven on the trail
I have read the book ‘Secret seven on the trail’ written by Enid Blyton and this book is quite a piece of work. It is interesting to read and the theme of the story is very good.
Susie is a rival to the seven children and she has formed her …
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