Books Reviews
Self Incrimination by Randy Singer
I read this wonder book called Self Incrimination written by critically acclaimed author Randy Singer. Randy Singer is a trial lawyer who has a wife and two children living in Georgia. All of his books are Christian Suspense novels.
This particular book is about a young inexperienced Lawyer named Leslie …
Louisa May Alcott’s “The Inheritance” book
I have been reading Louisa May Alcott books since I was a young girl. I absolutely fell in love with little women and recently have had the opportunity to read “The Inheritance”. Interestingly, the inheritance was Ms. Alcott’s first book as it was written when she was …
Children’s Book: Bunny School by Rick Walton
Bunny School is a children’s book written by Rick Walton and illustrated by Paige Miglio. It is a day-in-the-life story of an elementary school class that just happen to be bunnies.
The story is pretty straightforward and describes the entire day, from art class to recess to science lessons. …
The Great Book of Trains
The great book of trains, that is written by Brian Hollingsworth and Arthur Cook, is a book that gives you an in depth look and information about all sorts of locomotives and train Unit from around the world. From the early beginnings of the Iron horse to …
Lean Mean Thirteen by Janet Evanovich
Oh the many amusing adventures of Stephanie Plum! This time around she is caught up in a disappearance of someone she was overheard threatening. So that means that insanity will ensue because she has to track down the real reason he is missing and then her little posse is …
Dead as a Doornail by Charlaine Harris book
“Dead as a Doornail” is the fifth book in the Sookie Stackhouse novel series written by the popular author Charlaine Harris. I didn’t think that this one gave me as much of an adrenaline rush as “Dead to the World” though, but it still was packed with suspense and …
Devil Bones by Kathy Reichs novel
In an eight and a half week period, I read fourteen novels, that was a personal record for me. The last novel I read was, “Devil Bones”, by Kathy Reichs. I was so intrigued, by Reichs novel, I read it twice. The primise of the story had me follow …
The Eyre Affair by Jasper Fforde
The Eyre Affair by Jasper Fforde is a book purely on fantasy, but a literature fantasy. Can you imagine that? That is what I first come across when I read this book. It is full of magical fantasy and that is something that I truly admire the …
The Ysabel Kid, by JT. Edson
The Ysabel Kid, written by JT. Edson is one of the Floating Outfit books that I like. This book is a western.
In this volume, Dusty Fog must go down into Mexico to convince Bushrod Sheldon to come back to Texas so the US can aid Juarez.
Dusty is my favorite …
The Wild Places by Robert Macfarlane
I love the cover illustration for the book, The Wild Places by Robert Macfarlane. It has a sandalwood effect on me; very calming, gentle and soothing.
Places that are ‘wild’ in my opinion before I read this book includes terrains, caves and the wilderness. And true enough, …
This Full House by Virginia Euwer Wolff
Reading has always been one of my favorite hobbies. I’ve discovered so many things by reading all different kinds of books of any genre. This book captured my eye by the distinctive cover and the fact that it is written in verse.
This Full House is the conclusion to …
Medalon (book) by Jennifer Fallon
‘Medalon’ is the first book in a trilogy that is a sub-series to a larger series. I first developed an interest in it because it had a catching cover —“ beautiful artwork. The blurb on the back also sounded interesting, but I ended up going with another …
I Can Eat A Rainbow by Annabel Karmel book
Like many toddlers, my three year old daughter tends to like some types of food and avoids some and I always try to explain to her how important it is to eat different types of food to be full of energy, to grow, and for goodI health.
But at this …
Tuesday’s With Morrie by Mitch Albom
The Book Tuesdays with Morrie is a book written by Mitch Albom, all from his personal experience with his college professor, Morrie whose view in life have changed his life, and many others - and this happened in the middle of a crisis he is faced with - sickness. …
Star Wars: Darth Plagueis Book by James Luceno
Caught up in the tragic story of Darth Vader, few of the spectators turned any attention to these words of the sinister Darth Sidious or just explained them to themselves as simply a part of the manipulation through which the treacherous dark lord attracted the unsuspecting young man to …
The Shock Doctrine book
Naomi Klein’s “The Shock Doctrine” was a tough book for me to read. This wasn’t because it was badly written. On the contrary, the writing was very clear and straightforward. It was tough to read because of the subject matter.
The book details an influential movement in the United States …
The Geography of Bliss, book by Eric Weiner
I read this book because I was intrigued by the idea that the people in some places were happier than those in other places. The author travels the globe interviewing ordinary people and happiness experts to discover the secrets of happiness.
The author is talented and amusing. The writing style …
Peter and the Starcatchers
‘Peter and the Starcatchers’ by Dave Barry and Ridley Pearson is a rip roaring pirate-filled adventure. It revolves around a world of fantasies (well, not exactly) which has been suitably written for teenagers. It narrates an impossible to put down tale of skulduggery and treachery, raging storms and bone-crushing …
How to Talk to Anyone by Leil Lowndes
When I was new to my job, I unexpectedly got promoted at once, and I found myself faced with having to talk to a lot of experienced big shots who had already worked in the industry for many years. A week before my first big meeting, I got …
Mr. Icy Cold and Other Stories
“Mr. Icy Cold and Other Stories” is a book of Enid Blyton’s children stories. There are thirteen short stories contained in the entire book, and all of them focus on enchanting plots which appeal to young children’s imaginations. I think it would make for a great Christmas gift for …
MEDICAL ASSISTING EXAM REVIEW
There are countless students who have taken the course for becoming a Medical Assistant, and need to take their State Boards test to become MA’s. I do not believe that most know that there is a complete book that will certainly be of great help in studying for the …
Fahrenheit 451 by Ray Bradbury book
Guy Montag is a complacent firefighter who burns books for a living in a futuristic society.The government has deemed books illegal as the ideas and knowledge within them may cause havoc among society; as a result, firefighters are required to burn both the books and the homes they are …
Free Gift with Purchase
I would consider this book called Free Gift with Purchase as an autobiography, exclusively and honestly came from the beloved editor of Lucky magazine, Jean Godfrey. June Godfrey also helps out in the making of this book. At first, I did not have any idea who this …
Ayashi No Ceres Manga Book
This is one of the best romance and tragedy mangas I have ever read. Ayashi no Ceres is the Japanese name for the manga. Ceres Celestial Legend is the English name. Even thou I know most of my anime and manga names in English, I normally say them in …
“Hatchet” by Gary Paulsen. A book
Hatchet is a story about a boy dealing with the trauma of his parents divorce and the ensuing difficulties that it causes. I was impressed with the way that Mr. Paulsen wrote the book. Set in the third person point of view the book is more of a narrative …
Uglies by Scott Westerfeld Book
This is a powerful science fiction story set in the far future that looks at our society (as any good science fiction should do). Truthfully, this is without doubt one of the best and most intriguing books I have read in a long time (and I’m extremely grateful I …
The Serpent book
The Serpent was written by David Wiltse, and published by Dell Publishing, 1984
A horrifying story of a boy whose mind had turned when he was thrown into a serpent’s pit. Thomas’ mother was a country preacher, mesmerizing her audience with her powers over snakes. Thomas’ father was …
The Other Boleyn Girl by Phillipa Gregory
I LOVED this book.
It’s about Anne Boleyn and her rise to the throne. A lot of people say it’s not historically accurate, however, I digress. It’s not so inaccurate that you can’t enjoy reading it. The author, Phillipa Gregory makes you believe that you’re there, and just watching from …
Love the One You’re With by Emily Giffin
Sometimes, I wish that I could lead a luxurious life like in this novel; Love the One You’re With by Emily Giffin. It is a very heartwarming story and something of a moral value when I read; though in a tongue-in-cheek type of writing.
You might wonder when someone has …
A Longman Pocket Anthology by R.S. Gwynn
Poetry, A Longman Pocket Anthology, is a poetry anthology that was edited by R.S.Gwynn.
What I like about anthology is that it includes well-known poems from all time periods, and not just from Elizabethan times, for example.If you are looking for a famous poem by William Blake,for instance, chances are …
Fat Envelope Frenzy
Reading Fat Envelope Frenzy really helped me a lot on my college admissions. Yes, it really gives one student the rations needed in order to be in the best position for a dream college. But one has to face the fact there is certainly no best formula in order …
Valiant by Holly Black novel
Valiant by Holly Black is a fantasy novel written for older teens. It’s plot revolves around Val, a runaway from new Jersey who hooks up with and lives with Dave, his brother Luis, and Lolli in a hidden alcove in the subways of New York City. What …
The Bacta War - Michael Stackpole
This is the fourth book in the X-Wing series from a universe far, far away, known from the Star Wars films. After the New Republic has taken over Coruscant, they are faced with a terrible virus killing off certain non-human species. To battle it, they need huge amounts on …
The Forever War - A Book by Joe Haldeman
I read the wonderful book “The Forever War” by the American fiction writer Joe Haldeman all in one breath. A great read, often compared to “Catch 22″ by Joseph Heller , but far more subtle and readable.
The main protagonist Mandela also has serious problems with …
The Whaleboat House by Mark Mills
‘The Whaleboat House’, previously published as ‘Amagansett’, was Mark Mills’ first novel and is set in 1947 on Long Island. I was not alive in 1947 and have never been to Long Island so I did hope that the author would be able to give a good sense of …
Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban
I can see the brilliance once more of J.K. Rowling in her third installment in the Harry Potter series. I really enjoyed reading Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban. Again, I was impressed with the way JK Rowling introduces the world she created, one by one. It was …
The Mist Book by Steven King
Summer storms are known to everyone as something quite fierce, but what passes fairly quickly and is quickly replaced with a bright sun and the typical for the warmest season of the year heat. But in the chilling novel, written by Stephen King, “The Mist” the storm is just …
A Chance In Time by Ruth Ann Nordin book
A Chance In Time by Ruth Ann Nordin made you just fall in love with the characters. In many parts of this novel you could really feel for them. This is a romance novel that is often over looked, but …
A street car named desire by Tennessee Williams
A great play that presents the woman role in the society, the New south through the analysis of a number of characters:
Elysian field is between the river and railroad in a poor quarter of New Orleans, desire.
Represented by Stella, Stanley, Eunice, and Steve.
Blanche, is the opposition. …
Artemis Fowl: The Eternity Code
Artemis Fowl: The Eternity code was a great book, and I truly liked it. It is the third book in the Artemis Fowl series, and I highly recommend reading it, along with all of the other books in the series.
After managing to save his father and the fairy world …
Vogue Make-up by Juliet Cohen (2001)
This was one of the first makeup books I purchased, and I still keep it in my collection as a great bit of reference. Although I don’t think it’s entirely up-to-date, at least 80% of the makeup tips and tricks contained within can apply to any period. This is …
Star Trek Movie Tie-In book
“Star Trek Movie Tie-In” by Alan Dean Foster is the one and only novelization based off of the 2009 “Star Trek” movie. Basically, the novelization follows the movie script quite closely, although the novelization benefits from having more “time” to flesh out the story and include scenes and characters …
A Child Called It by Dave Pelzer
I was loaned this book by a friend but you can buy it from Amazon at the moment second hand or a penny plus postage and packing of course, or you could loan it from the library, good bookshops also stock this for around 6 pounds.
I am a coward …
The Perricone Prescription Program
Almost everyone wants to always look young and healthy, especially women. To get all of that, they did not hesitate to spend big enough. Starting from traditional treatments, chemical peeling to laser treatment and even surgery. In fact, the problem of aging is a natural process, which must be …
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 …
Dangerous Girls, book by Abigail Haas
I found this book in a friend’s list of read books and it really caught my eye. My friend loved it and she’s one of the most trustful persons I know when it comes to recommendations. But I have to say, this book was a roller-coaster of emotions for …
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