Books Reviews

Children’s Book: Froggy’s Baby Sister by Jonathan London

“Froggy’s Baby Sister” is a children’s book authored by Jonathan London and illustrated by Frank Remkiewicz. It was published in 2003. It is a really cute book with a cute frog family, a good amount of dialogue, funny and original character names, and a nice lesson in the …

Talking Dirty With The Queen of Clean, written by Linda Cobb

I realize that a book on housecleaning is not at the top of everyone’s reading list but this book given to me by my mother is just a delight. I enjoy cleaning, but like all of us I could use a few hints. Linda Cobb, the author, has …

Al Roker’s Big Bad Book of Barbecue, written by Al Roker

Al Roker’s Big Bad Book of Barbecue is a compilation of recipes from Al, himself, with a lot of influence from his family and friends. My brother and I discovered this book several years ago when my husband decided he wanted to get into smoking meat. We …

Book Jinn, written by Matthew B.J. Delaney

Jinn, the first novel by this author, is has a lot of detail and graphically violent. As with many of these adventure mysteries it begins with a history and this one takes place on an island in the South Pacific in 1943, during World War Two. …

The Rafael Affair, written by Iain Pears

The Rafael Affair is the first of a series of “art mysteries” set in Italy about the Rome Art Theft Squad. It introduces the characters of General Taddeo Bottando, head of the squad, and his assistant, Flavia di Stefano. They interact with Jonathan Argyll, an English art …

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 …

The Mournful Teddy written by John J. Lamb

This book is the first in the “Teddy Bear” series, a group of “cozy mysteries” that feature Bradley Lyon and his wife, Ashleigh Lyon. The “cozy mystery” is one that is not very graphic or violent in nature and is usually in a series highlighting some profession such …

Natural First Aid by Brigitte Mars, Herbalist AHG

Natural First Aid by Brigitte Mars is the best book I have ever read on first aid and the only book I’ve ever found on the subject of natural first aid. Included in the book are herbal treatments for ailments and injuries, emergency preparedness and wilderness safety. …

The Herbal Body Book A Natural Approach to Healthier Hair, Skin and Nails by Stephanie Tourles

The Herbal Body Book by Stephanie Tourles is the best book I have found on the subject. There are detailed instructions found within on anything from making your own cosmetics to insect repellents. It is definitely a must read for anyone looking to live more naturally and …

SOMETHING MORE by Sarah Ban Breathnach

Featured on Oprah Winfrey, Sarah Ban Breathnach talked about her publication that came before SOMETHING MORE. Themes of gratitude suggest that a journal of gratitude improves outlook on life when applied as an everyday ritual.
She describes in so many ways how she looked for something more in …

BEAST IN THE GARDEN by David Baron

A repeat theme echoes the haunting biblical prediction “. . .when man shall lie down with beasts.” Author of BEAST IN THE GARDEN, David Baron’s journal/book, and historically referenced descriptions comes with visionary observations. His work awakens communities that share habitat with wolves, coyotes, mountain …

The High Blood Pressure Solution by Richard L. Moore

In this book, author Richard L. Moore outlines a scientifically proven program for preventing strokes and minimizing heart disease. Moore first analyzes the perplexity of the current status quo or specifically, how drug treatment in the U.S. has gotten out of hand and how the faith …

Hot, Flat and Crowded by Thomas L. Friedman

In this book, Thomas L. Friedman, best-selling author and writer for the New York Times, carefully proposes ideas for a national strategy for the “greening” of the United States. He has done his research well and presents strategies that he believes will be the power sources for the …

Case Closed (Detective Conan manga)

Jimmy Kudo is a sixteen-year-old Japanese student that is secretly in love with his best friend, Rachel Moore. He has extraordinary deduction skills and has collaborated with the police many times by helping them to solve very complicated crimes.
He is already known throughout Japan by the nickname “The Detective/Student”.
One …

Equal Rites, by Terry Practchett

In the Discworld, the eighth son of an eight son is destined to be a wizard. That is why, when Drum Billet, a powerful wizard, feels he is about to die, he seeks a baby with these characteristics to inherit his staff.
But Drum Billet made a little mistake. He …

The Stupidest Angel by Christopher Moore

The acquisition of this book was something like an impulsive purchase. A friend of mine asked me to accompany her to a bookstore because she wanted something to read during the transoceanic flight she was going to do few days later. I hadn´t read anything since I finished Harry …

Homeport by Nora Roberts

This was the first book I read written by Nora Roberts and even though I became well-acquainted with her other books, this is and will always be my favorite.
I think her plot was kind of typical-bad guy got close to good girl so he can use her but eventually …

The Message Remix by Eugene H. Peterson

“The Message Remix” written by Eugene H. Peterson is a bible written in contemporary English language. The book is set up like a bible with its chapters and verses, but has a different feel to it. The book includes a preface telling the reader about why the book …

Faith by Colin Urquhart

Faith by Colin Urquhart, a book that stir your internal soul and gives rise to new hope. I am very much into book reading and love reading just about anything. I started with the detective stories by Nancy drew but with time I have matured and these days I …

The art of the surrealists by Edmund Swinglehurst

The art of the surrealists by Edmund Swinglehurst
This is a nice little book that I picked up last and I went shopping in indigo. It nicely showcases the work of several surrealists. The print quality is very good. There are also a few paragraphs written …

To complete Beatles lyrics book

Eric Bana
To complete Beatles lyrics book
It might sound strange that a young girl would be excited to receive a book containing lyrics of a 60s band. And you might ask yourself, why would anybody want to purchase a book containing information freely available online. But the truth …

Raphael Sabatini: Captain Blood

This is absolutely one of my favourite books in the world. I think the first time I read it was when I was 15 years old And I have been reading it a few times a year since that’s. There is something very unusual and captivating about the story …

Children’s Book: Scuba Bunnies by Christine Loomis

“Scuba Bunnies” is a children’s book authored by Christine Loomis and illustrated by Ora Eitan. It was published in 2004. As one may deduce from the title, it is a story about little bunnies who decide to go diving in the ocean.
Pros: The language is quite …

Children’s Book: How Scary by Bernard Lodge

“How Scary” is a children’s book written and illustrated by Bernard Lodge and published in 2001. This is a rather short book that basically just introduces the reader to all sorts of strange animals and creatures, each of which is allegedly scarier than the previous one.
Pros: The …

Cowgirl Rosie And Her Five Baby Bison by Stephen Gulbis

“Cowgirl Rosie And Her Five Baby Bison” is a children’s book authored and illustrated by Stephen Gulbis and published in 2001. It is a cute book about a little cow girl that my daughter liked quite a bit. She has made several requests for the “cowgirl book.”
Pros: …

Principle of commerce by J.k Mitra

Principle of commerce by J.k Mitra, one of the best books around for crystal clear understanding of the subject. When I joined class eleven I opted for Commerce stream, accountancy and commerce was something very new to me and It was getting hard for me to grasp hold of …

Wired: For a Life of Worship

In their book, “WIRED FOR A LIFE OF WORSHIP”, Louie Giglio and Stuart Hall takes young people into the depths of God’s plan for us. He uses real life examples to put into layman terms what it means to “worship”.
The authors accomplished the focus of worship …

You Can Win

This book I had read about 3 years before and since then is addicted to the principles and teachings of the book. This is a Book by the motivational speaker Shiv Khera which contains easy and practical ways to turn pessimist thoughts in to optimistic and bring out the …

Master Of The Game

This was the first ever novel that I had read of Sidney Sheldon. Ever since I read this novel i have been hooked to his work. He writes in a flawless was that is very entertaining. He covers all the aspects in his novel ranging from thrill to romance …

The Room on the Roof: Debut novel by Ruskin Bond

The Room on The Roof is the first novel by Ruskin Bond. It is the story of Rusty who is a 16 year old boy. After his parents died he was living with his English Guardian. He was quite unhappy with the ruthless ways and strict rules of his …

Hattie Hippo by Christine Loomis

“Hattie Hippo” is a children’s book written by Christine Loomis and illustrated by Robert Neubecker. It was published by Orchard Books in 2006. The book is really a small collection of short stories about a cute little girl hippo. My daughter loves hippos and liked the book.
Pros: …

The Fire Rose by Mercades Lackey

“The Fire Rose” is an interesting fantasy novel written by Mercades Lackey.
Mrs. Lackey takes the fairy tale “Beauty and the Beast” and mixes in quite a bit of magic, literature and a love story. This is a very well written and captivating novel.
Rosalind Hawkins is a female scholar …

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 …

The Fifth Vial - Michael Palmer

This is yet another book (of fiction)about the growing business of organ transplants. While the topic is familiar, the most interesting part of the book is in the Acknowledgments. Michael acknowledges “various experts in organ donation, who have asked to remain anonymous”. Of course that peaked …

The Wedding Book: The Big Book for Your Big Day by Mindy Weiss and Lisbeth Levine

The Wedding Book: The Big Book for Your Big Day by Mindy Weiss and Lisbeth Levine is a book that I read for fun and it’s so cool because I get to read a lot of fun facts about a wedding and its preparations.
The steps listed are very detailed and …

The Ruins horror novel

The Ruins, a horror novel by the same author who gave us “A Simple Plan”. Like its predecessor, The Ruins is not an overly complex novel. We’re presented with the characters, given the essential background info, and then watch as they’re thrown into the jacked up situation …

A Woman in Amber by Agate Nesaule

This is a very heart-warming novel based on Agate Nesaule’s true story during the horrifying World War 2. I always get a mixed feeling everytime I scan the pages of this masterpiece. I feel like I wanna throw up with those Germans who took advantage of women in the …

The Snow Queen novel by Mercades Lackey

“The Snow Queen” is a fantasy novel written by Mercades Lackey that I just finihsed reading.
This particular novel is set in the Five Kingdoms series.
In this book, Aleksia who is the Snow Queen, is also a godmother. Her job is to make sure people stay on their …

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 …

Time Traveler’s Wife by Audrey Niffeneger

I heard about this from a friend and the internet. A lot of people were talking about it. I was intrigued, but I decided to put off buying it for a while. I thought it could wait. After reading it, I had this tiny regret that I thought I …

Sloppy Firsts by Megan Mccafferty

This is one of my absolute favorite books. I am a teenager and I love to read. I probably started because of Harry Potter, then I moved on to romance, more specifically, I learned to love Princess Diaries. I loved it! I thought it was one of the cleverest …

Tricks by Ed McBain

Written by Ed McBain and published by Avon Books in 1989.
Ed McBain’s stories have been consistent so far that is, they have never disappointed me. In fact, the author sometimes delivered delightful surprises, as he wrote about the team of the 87 precinct and their investigations. …

Blind Side

I just completed reading “Blind Side” an FBI thriller written by Catherine Coulter.
In Blind Side, a six year old boy, Sam Kettering is kidnapped his father Miles Kettering is frantic. He calls in his friend Dillon Savich and his wife Sherlock.
Meanwhile Sam has escaped his …

Always In Her Heart by Marta Perry

This book is from Steeple Hill’s Love Inspired collection which means it has references to God and isn’t saturated with sex. No one ever goes any further than kissing in these types of books. So if you are looking for more physical contact between the characters, then …

Talk of The Town by Kari Hawkins

I felt that this book was about finding out who you really are, being happy with yourself, and realizing there really is no place like home.
The main character, Roxie, just divorced her husband who turns out to have a big secret which is why they divorced. Roxie totally …

Book All Marketers are Liars by Seth Godin

Seth Godin is the best-selling author of Purple Cow. Although I have not read the first book, I picked up this one as I had wanted to learn more about marketing. Similar to the first book, the title of this one is very controversial and stands out easily amongst …

Wine for dummies by Ed McCarthy

That’s a great book for whom who actually needs just basic knowledge about wines and for whom who is looking for more professional deeper approach to this topic.
Don’t be confused with a title. It’s not really for dummies) In fact, a lot of complex information, sophisticated term and material …

Book The Self-Published Cook by Marilyn M. Moore

I have a cookbook idea, but the problem is that I’m not a wonderful cook. In fact, I’m a lousy cook. I borrowed this book for two reasons. First of all, I had wanted to see the feasibility of my cookbook idea. The second thing that struck me was …

Laura Ingraham’s Power to the People book

I LOVED this book.
I LOVE Laura’s radio show, though, so it didn’t surprise me. It was a surprisingly fast read, for something that includes so many facts. After reading each chapter I felt I was really armed with information to argue Conservative viewpoints with others. Laura is a …

Pattern Crimes by William Bayer

Pattern Crimes was written by William Bayer and published by Nal Penguin Inc in 1988.
A rather difficult book to start it took a number of times before I could manage to continue with the rest of the book. The beginning was strange and slow; maybe there …

 
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