Books Reviews
The Penny novel by Joyce Meyer and Deborah Bedford
I wasn’t sure what to think about this book at first. Joyce Meyer’s books are more of a motivational nature and sometimes she preaches to you. This book was an actual story with references of God and how he helps us in the everday things we do.
It starts …
The Brown Recluse by Davis Grubb
The Brown Recluse is a short story by Davis Grubb. It appears in the anthology Shadows Three which was edited by Charles Grant. The anthology is a horror themed one but this particular story is more of a mystery than a horror story. The story revolves …
Artemis Fowl: The Time Paradox
This Artemis Fowl book is the sixth book in the Artemis Fowl series, written by Eoin Colfer, preceded by ‘The Lost Colony’. The story picks off soon after the previous book left off. In the first few pages of the book, we know the names of Artemis’ two younger …
Carmilla by Sheridan Le Fanu
While I still think Bram Stoker’s Dracula is the ultimate Vampire book, I have to admit one of the stories he drew inspiration from is pretty good too.
Sheridan Le Fanu’s novella Carmilla is an awesome story and, if I didn’t already know it was about a vampire, would have …
Killing Floor by Lee Child
Killing Floor is written by Lee Child, and I bought it for about $7.99. My friend told me that this is a pretty good author, and I bought and read it to find out more.
This story describes what could happen in a military gone wrong. There is …
The bluest Eye by Tony Morrison
Tony Morrison’s first novel, The Bluest Eye, is a great portrait of character’s alienation from the world as a result of loss of community and connection to the past and as a start of sadness, solitude and madness. this novel really helps the reader understand that an …
The Rainmaker by John Grisham
The Rainmaker is one of the best books I have read from John Grisham. According to me Grisham has taken some risks by writing the whole book in the first person. Anyway, it is well written, remarkable and very entertaining.
The book features Rudy Baylor, a law student at …
Shirley by Charlotte Bronte, Novel (Oxford World’s Classics)
I like historical books that capture life during Victorian England. I read Shirley because it was in touch with history, at least a bit more than Jane Austen’s novels. I was also seduced by clever passages (“as unromantic as Monday morning,” it says) on the cover. …
101 Revenge Tricks: A Little Book of Getting Your Own Back
There’s nothing really that could make me laugh my head off except by reading truly great authored books filled and laced with humor. This latest rendition that I’ve read, titled 101 Revenge Tricks: A Little Book of Getting Your Own Back and written by Chris Pilbeam is a …
Children’s Book: Minnie And Her Baby Brother
Minnie And Her Baby Brother is a children’s book written and illustrated by Melanie Walsh. This is a very cute little book aimed at big sisters that shows how she interacts with her baby brother through the use of flaps on each page.
The illustrations are very …
The Days of Summer by Jill Barnett
This is definitely a memorable story that I have read, and it is called The Days of Summer, written by Jill Barnett. This story consist of 3 generations of families, which are intertwined by fate and linked automatically. It tells about an oil magnate, Victor Banning, who …
The 18 rules of happiness, book by Karl Moore
I have read the book —˜The 18 rules of happiness’ written by Karl Moore. This book is a good and helpful book. It does not have much to say. However, whatever little is said in this book is certainly of great benefit. In my case, it helped me a …
The Good Earth novel
Being alienated from society is neither a euphonious experience, nor a desired preference. Alienation of females from equivalent freedom is revealed through women in The Good Earth. The novel, The Good Earth, written by Pearl S. Buck, demonstrates how women were isolated from having freedom as much as men. …
The Lightning Thief by Rick Riordan
This book for youths, the beginning of the Percy Jackson and the Olympians series, starts the series off strong. Rick Riordan has created an interesting main character, although the foreshadowing is really strong, and a somewhat new plot.
Arguments among the Greek gods and the Greek gods or other …
Ghosts Caught on Film by Melvyn Willin
Those of you whom are fans of ghost books, then you should read this, Ghosts Caught On Film by Melvyn Willin. I had and I must say that this is one of the best book on ghosts ever. And the author certainly knows what he is writing without …
Yes Man by Danny Wallace book
I’ve recently been trying to read more inspirational books - travel, biography, that sort of thing to get a better idea of the things I could do with my life. I randomly chose to read Yes Man mostly because the trailers for the movie seemed funny, and I thought, …
Russell Troy, The Monster’s Ring
Recently, cases of violence arising from juvenile delinquency, from year to year, the show increased, disturbing the public. Teenagers are supposed to study hard, and prepare a special provision for the future of life in a brighter, trapped in the desire to achieve gratification, and do not produce significant …
Turn Words Into Traffic by Jim & Dallas Edwards
Over the years I have read many books and e-books about article marketing. Although I am not into marketing, a grasp of the subject is absolutely essential for anyone who is trying to market a product both on or off-line. Traffic to your website is vital because no traffic …
Prom Dress
If you want to ever learn the dangers of “borrowing” items without the owner’s knowledge then Prom Dress by Lael Littke is the book you should read.
While not overly scary, this thriller is somewhat entertaining for a book that was obviously written with teenagers in mind. It centers around …
Oliver Twist by Charles Dickens
The book about Oliver Twist is one of Dickens most well known novels. It’s full title is Oliver Twist or the Parish Boys Progress. It tells about the life of a young boy named Oliver Twist. He grows up in an orphanage/workhouse, but runs off and is taken in …
Mother Love (book) by Candace Flynt
I didn’t choose to read Mother Love - it was an assignment for school. If it’d been my choice, I would’ve put the book down immediately. The dust-cover summary was boring, long, and it gave the author far too much praise (especially considering the author probably wrote the summary …
Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban by JK Rowling
Following in the darker theme of the Chamber of Secrets, Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban is the third in JK Rowling’s Hogwarts series. This was my personal favorite because I loved the character of Professor Remus Lupin. Lupin ends up being a friend to Harry and actually …
DC’s Final Crisis
For a long time, it would seem that DC Comics had lost its way. The publishing giant simply was not releasing any decent story lines and the readers noticed. DC lost much ground to their competitors in Marvel Comics as Marvel simply had better comics. Then, along came DC’s …
A People’s History of the United States by Howard Zinn
Among members of the Left, A People’s History of the United States by Howard Zinn is probably one of the most popular history books of all time. Perhaps the most popular. It takes a brand new take on the history of the United States, trying to give …
Principles of Anatomy and Physiology 12th Edition
Choosing a suitable medical book can be a daunting task for a first year medical student. One never knows what they ought to look for in a book, and the lecturers seem to recommend books because they wrote them or they know someone who wrote the book. Luckily, after …
Bushwhacked
Molly Ivins is not a fan of George W. Bush. The subtitle of Bushwhacked is: Life in George W. Bush’s America. This book makes the reader think how our country has changed under the leadership of George W. Bush.
Some of the chapter titles include: Class …
Red Leaves : Tale of Murder and Suicides by Thomas H. Cook
Eric Moore’s life is perfect for many people. He has a business, have a wife who loved family, and the boy who was always obedient. However, when everything looks perfect, Eric Moore destruction of life began to happen. Everything begins with the disappearance of Amy Giordano, the son of …
Disney Inifinity Ultimate Sticker Collection Book
My father bought this book for my son, age 2, as he is a huge Disney fan as well as a big fan of stickers. He also loves to sit down and read whenever he gets the chance to. This book combines the best of all worlds.
This …
Grave Peril - Jim Butcher
Grave Peril is the third book in the Dresden files, Jim Butcher’s series about the Wizard Harry Dresden. In Grave Peril Harry has to face down some tormented ghosts while trying to find out who’s torturing them.
Some important characters are introduced in this book. First time I read …
Hornet’s Nest by Patricia Cornwell
Hornet’s Nest, written by Patricia Cornwell was published by Warner Books in 1998.
This novel is somewhat different from other Cornwell stories featuring Dr Kay Scarpetta; the last book I read was Trace, which was a disappointment. This book was however entertaining, with two different protagonists - Judy Hammer, …
Bayou Moon by Rebecca York
Bayou Moon written by Rebecca York. This is from the Harlequin Intrigue series. It is in paperback form.
The setting is the Bayou in New Orleans, LA. Main character is Tess Beaumont. Tess is a news reporter. She has grown up and lived in and …
Black Bird Manga
I am a big manga lover. Manga being Japanese comics. I started reading the comics when I was in college and have been reading them ever since. I normally follow the romance series and sometimes fantasy or adventure. With one of my current mangas I am reading, is a …
How It All Vegan cookbook
I enjoy eating meat, but I thought I would try a vegan cookbook to cut down grocery costs. This book is great! There are so many delicious recipes to try, and not all of them contain tofu. There are recipes for basics, like making tortialls, bread, pasta sauce, and …
Wrestling BOOK For Beginners by Tom Jarman and Reid Hanley
This opus is a fantastic textbook primer for aspiring beginner amateur wrestlers. Actually, even seasoned vets can gain insight from it and it can be utilized as a guidebook for wrestling coaches to follow when training their team.
The photo illustrations create a clear visual image of the accompanying highly …
Fashion Design Drawing Course (Book)
Fashion Design Drawing Course (Book)
By Caroline Tatham and Julian Seaman
“Fashion Design Drawing Course” by Caroline Tatham and Julian Seaman is a must-have for ALL fashion design students because not only does the book help you develop your drawing skills, but it also helps develop your imagination as a fashion …
Catwatching and Catlore by Desmond Morris
Catwatching & Catlore is an easy to read on cat behaviour by the famous zoologist, Desmond Morris. I borrowed this book years ago when I got myself two little kittens to scare off the mice problem I had in my terraced house, but if you want to buy …
Artemis Fowl book
Artemis Fowl is one of my all-time favorite books! There is a total of 7 books in the series, and this is the first one. I highly recommend reading these books! The book has even been said to be the “next Harry Potter”!
The books are about a 12-year old …
Border’s Books Huntington Mall
One of my favorite places to hang out is in a bookstore. I could spend hours just walking through the aisles. It’s a great way to find interesting books. I keep hoping that one day they will put a Barnes & Noble in my area but until that happens …
Once A Witch Book
I love reading. I’m not usually stuck to one genre, though I do tend to lean toward the horror, sci-fi and fantasy. I recently, much by chance came across a wonderful little novel called, “Once a Witch”, by Caroline MacCullough. Admittedly, I wasn’t expecting too much from it, as …
Breaking Dawn by. Stephenie Meyer
Breaking Dawn is the fourth and last installment of the Twilight Saga Series writtten by the now famous novelist Stephenie Meyer.Just like the first four books,the story revolves around the vampire Edward Cullen and the love of his life, the human Bella Swan.
The Story:
In this book,Bella and Edward are …
New Fashion Figure Templates: Over 250 Templates (Book)
New Fashion Figure Templates: Over 250 Templates
By Patrick Ireland
“New Fashion Figure Templates: Over 250 Templates” by Patrick Ireland is a figure drawing book which was recommended to me by a friend and fellow fashion design student. I had already purchased figure drawing books; however, every perspective to a subject …
Playing With Fire,Scott Lazenby
Scott Lazenby used to be a city manager for a small city in real life. He wrote this book, “Playing with Fire”, as a fictional account of the goings on within city government. From the very beginning Lazenby grabs your attention with tles of the wild people city officials …
Rose Madder
The author Stephen King never ceases to amaze me each time I read another one of his books. I consider myself to be a fan of his, as I have been reading his books ever since I was eight. However, recently, I read a novel written by him that …
Love: Undercover
Love: Undercover is very funny, romantic, hilarious and something that I really love to read by while I drink coffee, tea or just having a nice, light lunch. At first, I thought it’s just going to be another shot at a romantic comedy but failing to deliver; the author …
True History of the Kelly Gang
The problem that always arises from a socio-political system is too simple, so easy it is to someone in authority, to treat with very unfair for those who do not have access to the power. Problems that can be said a very good way to draw connections with the …
ILLUSTRATED First Dictionary Book
This book is very useful for children. This illustrated first dictionary book is an alphabetical word bookthat introduces a child to dictionary skills.This book is designed very simple picture wordbook. It is not yet ready to use a full fledged dictionary. This book contains of an alphabetical list of …
The Art of Programming the 1K ZX81 book
It is not all that often that you see the word “art” in the title of a book about computers, but in the case of that classic work, “The Art of Programming the 1K ZX81″, I think it is just about justified. This book dates from the golden age …
House Of Leaves, By Mark Z. Danielewski book
If you love Stephen King books, then you’ll absolutely love the chilling tale of House of Leaves. It is arguably the greatest contemporary horror book of our generation. It will leave you shifting your eyes to the shadows in the corners of your room nervously and flinching at ever …
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