Books Reviews
30-Day Body Purification book
This book was written by Lewis Harrison with Laura Jones detailing a good and safe way to purify and cleanse your body. Just as you clean your body by taking a bath, your inner body also needs cleansing. The book claims that a clean inner body will promote good …
Cardington Crescent by Anne Perry book
Cardington Crescent was written by Anne Perry and published by Ballantine Books in 1988 .
Anne Perry’s historical mysteries are really fascinating, as they not only blend the suspense of murder and detection, but set in olden times, it is an eye-opener into the culture and behavior of people then.
Handsome, …
O’Reilly CSS Pocket Reference
O’Reilly has made a name for itself in the world of manuals involving web programming and web design products and languages, and with good reason. The books are generally reasonably priced (compared to many other such manuals) and inform the learner in a straight-forward, easy to read manner.
I’m …
Thus Spake Zarathustra by Friedrich Nietzsche
For anybody interested interested in the philosophy of Friedrich Nietzsche, or perhaps looking for some challenging - though not difficult to read - material, the book “Thus Spake Zarathustra” makes for an excellent book, though perhaps not so much an excellent starting point in the philosophy of Nietzsche.
Though Nietzsche …
Franklin Covey Personal Organizer
With everything leaning heavily towards digitalized formats these days, the safety of having a crash-proof, hack-proof mechanism through which to organize one’s life, lies within the pages of my Frankiln Covey personal organizer diary that I have come to make an integral part of my life annually.
My very first …
Wishes by Jude Deveraux book
Jude Deveraux has once again created a masterpiece in this book. With a touch of romance, comedy, fantasy and magic, Wishes is a story of a modern-day Cinderella that will surely captivate each reader’s heart.
Set in Chandler, Colorado in 1896, Wishes is the story of Nellie Grayson, a fat …
Royal Wedding by Gordon Honeycombe
‘Royal Wedding’ by the well-known ITN newscaster (well, he was well known at the time), Gordon Honeycombe is a commemoratative book to celebrate the wedding of Lady Diana, as she was then, and Prince Charles in 1981. It is a large, hardback book with a lot of good …
He’s Just Not That Into You
The book, He’s Just Not That Into You, is perfect for women out there who are still seeking answers on whether the men they are pursuing are really interested in them, or not. This book really teaches me lots of things that I should know already about men.
The …
The Witch of Portobello By Paulo Coehlo
I was quite enthralled by this novel, I had a hard time putting it down. The manner of writing can definitely draw your curiosity, making you want to know more about the protagonist of the story. I feel that her experiences were described so well, anyone would be able …
Jack M. Zufelt - Oodles of Inspiration
Some things should never go out of style. One of these is the self-help industry, especially the part that concentrates on building wealth through positive actions and attitudes. There are many charlatans in this field, but often you can come across some real delights. These are the ones who …
The Girl in the Steel Corset by Kady Cross book
I was so excited to read this book. The beautiful cover and the good reviews drew me in, as well as the interesting blurb on the cover, and so I began with high expectations. I was also excited about my reading debut in the ’steampunk’ genre, and …
The Boy Called It book
I read the boy called it because it was a requirement for one of my education classes in college. My emotions flaired the entire way through the book. I would cry. I would get angry.
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Sure As The Dawn by Francine Rivers
“Sure As The Dawn,” book 3 in the Mark of the Lion series, focuses on Atretes, a German warrior captured by the Romans and made a gladiator. Having become very successful in the arena, Atretes has earned fame, money, the love of a wealthy Roman beauty Julia Valerian, and, …
Twenty Something-The Quarter Life Crisis of Jack Lancaster
I just recently read the book Twenty Something-The Quarter Life Crisis of Jack Lancaster by Iain Hollingshead. I picked the book up because the title was intriguing and also because I work in a book store and got bored. At first I was unsure as to whether or …
Easier than you Think by Richard Carlson, Ph.D
Easier than you Think because life doesn’t have to be so hard (The Small Changes that Add up to a World of Difference) by Richard Carlson, Ph.D, was a book that I found at my library that turned out to be just as I expected, a nice little motivational/inspirational …
The God Project by John Saul
The God Project is a book by John Saul that focuses on two different families. The Montgomery’s are devastated when their little girl dies of SIDS and the mother Sally can’t focus on anything except finding the real cause of her death. Her son Jason has a best friend …
Spring Things Children’s Book
“Spring Things,” authored by Bob Raczka and illustrated by Judy Stead is one of those children’s books that has a cute cover but not a whole lot of depth once you start flipping the pages. My three-year old was disappointed that it was not longer. She prefers books …
The Host book
Being a Stephenie Meyer fan, I am up in the air about this book, The Host. I felt that it was a bit too wordy, I felt that I was stuck reading pointless things at times, things that I felt were page fillers. As much as I love detail, …
Sex and the City Book
I picked up the Sex and the City book from the local library after watching the show for several years. Considering that the show was based on the book, I assumed that the book would follow the same kind of story lines, or at least use the same characters. …
The Places in Between by Rory Stewart
In 2002 Scot Rory Stewart walked across Afghanistan. Since the United States had invaded Afghanistan and attacked the Taliban in response to the attacks of 911 one wonders why Stewart chose this time. Strangely enough this was a time of relative quiet. Stewart was the first “tourist” to visit …
National Bookstore
National Bookstore has a branch in Quezon City. Unlike other branches of this store, I like this one the most because it has four floors. Most branches only have one floor where you can find books and school supplies. But the branch located in Gateway is actually a tall …
Moon Called, Mercy Thomspon Series, Book One
Patricia Briggs has proven herself to be a writer with which to be reckoned, because she has a mean way with words that will undoubtedly leave you feeling thrilled and begging for more.
In the first book of the Mercy Thomspon series, Moon Called, we get to meet our …
The Stepford Wives book
The Stepford Wives (written by Ira Levin and published by Bloomsburry in 1998)
As it is, the book is often better than the movie, even if the cast of stars feature award-winning actresses. Three movies of the same name have been adapted from the novel in 1972, 1975 and …
Secrets of The Lost Symbol by Dan Burnstein book
Immediately after I have finished “The lost symbol” by Dan brown I searched for a book that will explain some of the things I have read and see what was true and wasn’t in the novel.
I already was familiar with another book written by Dan Burnstein, “Secrets of the …
The False-Hearted Teddy, written by John J. Lamb
This book is the second “cozy mystery” in the “Teddy Bear” series featuring Bradley Lamb and his wife, Ashleigh. In this book Brad and “Ash” are at a teddy bear show in Baltimore where they encounter a couple with an abusive husband and scheming wife who make, display, and …
Sophie’s Choice By William Styron
Development of friendship between the writers whose New York 1947 of narrator Stingo and Sophie Zawistowska it is young between the people of the local Judean person of the World War II and her boyfriend and Nathan fights to detail the extent private drama which breath between the hollow coast …
Handmade Christmas by Martha Stewart
Although this book is really just a compilation of activities from Martha Stewart Living, the magazine (and the book says this, right above the title: the best of martha stewart living), it is nice to leaf through it and look at the ideas for Christmas.
I like the activities I …
Book email list (read-it-first.com)
I am a great lover of books and often feel overwhelmed. Not only do I have all of the books from the past to read, I have those that come out on a frequent basis. I try to read at least 100 pages per day, but that doesn’t seem …
Positively False by Floyd Landis
I am not an avid reader. However when I received the famous book Positively False written by cycling champion Floyd Landis, I just gave it a try. The best thing is that the book is laid down in a very simple language that even a person like me who …
Book : Techniques of the Great Masters of Art
Wandering leisurely through one of the many wonderful art museums in Europe or America, I sometimes have a hard time conceiving how an artist like Caravaggio or Monet can bring such beauty out of simple oil and canvas. How can such plain materials aided by some brushstrokes give us …
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 …
I am the Running Footman by Martha Grimes
I am the Running Footman was written by Martha Grimes. (published by Dell Publishing in 1990)
Martha Grimes has an engaging style of writing that brings out the best in her characters, making them endearing, no matter how prepossessing they are, and her stories are really a delight to read! …
Almost Dead by Lisa Jackson
While reading this compelling murder/mystery by Lisa Jackson, I was completely spellbound and could hardly put it down! The question of what could possibly come next was ever present in my mind, and I was kept on my toes throughout the whole book. The characters were …
Peeper by Loren D Estleman
Peeper was written by Loren D Estleman and published by Bantam Books, 1990.
A funny book, not comical but queer; as this is a story written about a slob - not only in appearance but in character. Ralph Poteet, an unsuccessful detective, had been demoted to the …
Created to be his Helpmeet by Debi Pearl
This is a book that I recently picked up at someone’s suggestion. I have been feeling like I should become a better wife to my husband and am finally becoming familiar with the term Helpmeet. I wanted to learn how to become a better complement and helper to my …
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 …
Fifth Horseman book
Larry Collins and Dominique La Pierre’s The Fifth Horseman is a story of cliches - a power - mad dictator out to change the shape of the world, a god - fearing, principled American President, a wisecracking New York detective who short - circuits official methods in pursuit of …
Lord Of The Rings
The Lord Of The Rings was written by JRR Tolkien. It is set in a world created by Tolkien named “Middle Earth”. It is a world rich in lore, culture, languages and with different races of people.
The book mainly revolves around the trials and tribulations of young Frodo Baggins …
Big Board First 100 Words (Board book)
I bought Big board of first 100 words book (bright baby) when my little one was only a 9 months old. It is a board book that has all the necessary information of the most important things that a child would first learn to know about. One …
Book 12 and 13 (Series of Unfortunate Events) By Lemony Snicket
The Penultimate Peril is the twelfth book of the series of unfortunate events series and it follows the children as they continue on their search for information regarding VFD. There is a special meeting going on and the children participated undercover - however Count Olaf once again makes their …
The Princess Test
This is another one of Gail Carson Levine’s mixed up fairy tales for children. The Princess Test is a variation on the classic Princess and the Pea tale, only extended with more of a background into the princess and why the test is occurring.
Gail Carson Levine has written a …
We’ll Meet Again by Mary Higgins Clark
Do you enjoy a good, well written murder mystery? Mary Higgins Clark never fails to entertain in this arena. She writes excellent books with well thought out plots and characters.
The story, We’ll Meet Again, starts out with the murder of a doctor and the arrest of his …
A boy with a will by St John Bosco
‘A boy with a will’ is a book written by St John Bosco. This book consists of the life of St Dominic Savio. This is a small book and there is nothing much of interest. But the book gives a clear picture about the life a saint.
Dominic Savio was, …
Messages From Your Angels by Doreen Virtue, Ph.D.
Messages From Your Angels, by Doreen Virtue, Ph.D.is an inspiring, uplifting book for anyone who is spiritual, or anyone who is looking for a new approach to dealing with the hardships that life throws at us.
Doreen Virtue is a kind, inspiring and talented woman who has the ability to …
The Contour Road Book of Scotland
The Contour Road Book of Scotland is an interesting and engrossing look back at motoring as it used to be - the book was published well over half a century ago now. It is an extremely attractive very small hardback which fits nicely into your hand, and shows signs …
Belle and the Beau
“Belle and the Beau,” by Beverly Jenkins, is a touching love story between a run away slave and the family that gives her refuge.
Daniel the oldest of the two siblings is engaged to a high class negro woman in the North when Belle enters his life.
Belle in the meantime …
Marie Claire’s Crisp, a Cookbook by Michele Cranston
This is my absolute favorite cookbook ever. I don’t normally like using cookbooks, but everything I have tried in this book is amazing. For anyone who likes to cook, go out and pick this up right away!
First off, Crisp is an absolutely beautiful book. So much consideration was put …
Darkfever by Karen Marie Moning book
“Darkfever” by Karen Marie Moning is the first book in her Fever series. It’s much different from her Highlander series that made her so famous in that it’s written in first person point of view, the main focus is on the heroine who’s telling the story and it’s not …
The Shaman Sings by James D. Doss
The Shaman Sings is the first in a mystery series by James D. Doss. The series takes place on the Southern Ute Reservation in Colorado. Daisy Perika is an elderly Ute shaman who sees visions and uses the information she gets from the vision to help the police discover …
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