Last of the Reviews part one

We have received so many reviews lately that we will break them up in to two parts.

We also apologize for the delay in the posting.

Something from Doris:

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The fall of giants by Ken Follett

“An epicurean reader's delight. five families simmering in the stewpot of world events. So satisfying, it will whet your appetite for the 2nd course.”

From Monica:

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Never Give Up by Joyce Meyer

“Joyce Meyer is one of my favorite Christian writers. Never Give Up is such a positive and uplifting book. Sometimes we need a constant reminder that the big man upstairs will seek us through no matter how big or small our problems may seem.”

Two from JoAnn:

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Does the Noise in my Head Bother You? By Steven Tyler

“After listening to only a few CD's of Tyler's autobiography, I have to answer, "Yes, the noises DO bother me."  The tone of this tome is that of a rock star shooting the breeze with his peers. It takes for granted that you're as enthusiastic as he is about drugs and music and weird random thoughts (like psycho-acoustics which cause the whole universe to vibrate).  While the narrator of the book-on-tape was probably perfect for the tale, it was annoying to wade through the enthusiastic ejaculations and long runs of nonsensical rhyming talk, like "Wow!  That Acapulco Gold opened my WORLD, it unFURLed, my new GIRL, that Blonde that blew me away!"  Sometimes, he would dial it back a notch and tell a straight story and it was kind of interesting to hear about his childhood. You could see where he got his attitude, his drive and his breaks into the music business.  It was nice to listen to him describe his reactions to songs that came out in the 1960's.  But I grew less interested in his ramblings about music as the book wore on.  And I couldn't relate to his excitement about each new drug he tried.  Finally, the scene in a recording studio where Jimi Hendrix once used the microphone was so distasteful that I was done with this book.  While I suppose I could've read more to try to understand his outlook, I just don't want that kind of stuff in my head. Ick.”

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The Lifeboat by Charlotte Rogan

“Story of 40 shipwreck survivors in a lifeboat drifting for weeks.  The book focuses on the behavioral and psychological aspects of power struggles as people figure out which leader to obey.  It's mildly interesting but there's not enough action or conflict to make it a riveting read.  It's a reminder to keep your own counsel and to be aware of group dynamics.”

Three from Arlene:

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Ali in Wonderland and Other Tall Tales by Ali Wentworth

“I laughed so hard I cried at the antics of Ali and the comedic spin she put
on the bad judgments she made in friends, some of which were certifiable nut cases, and the dangerous situations she put herself in.  By luck, fate, or fast thinking she would always escape being in serious trouble.”

One More Time a Memoir by Carol Burnett

“The daughter of divorced alcoholic parents and raised by her hypochondriac
grandmother numbs herself to her dysfunctional family using comedy and practical jokes.  A great read, I laughed, cried, and reflected on events of my own life.”

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The Next Always by Nora Roberts

“Relates familial love in the form of suspense by a stalker, comedy that includes a ghost, and mystery in the form of an old hotel being refurbished.  The story revolves around a widow, her 3 boys, and a chivalrous carpenter, who decide to wed and become a happy family unit.

Two from Mary Lou:

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Too Many Murders by Colleen McCulllough

“Solving the murders 1960s style brought back many memories while showing how far we have come from the cold war mentality and with technology advances! The last paragraph offered an amusing and unexpected look at the future.”

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Judgment Call by J A Jance

“Though out her many adventures from losing her husband in the early days, to solving the most recent gruesome crime in Bisbee Sheriff Joanna Brady faces what she must while she continually educates herself to do the jobs of sheriff, mother, wife and community member to the best of her ability. Secrets are revealed with resulting changes in levels of respect while solutions are found.”

Three Jane Austen titles from B.

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Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen

“As a substantial classic, this read is well worth anyone's time whether they're interested in romantic titles or not. Austen's characters cometo life in a seamless story of misunderstandings, tender feelings and hope, renewed.”

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Persuasion by Jane Austen

“Although hastily concluded (perhaps due to this being Austen's last work before her death?), I enjoyed this classic, which is filled with gusto, mystery and romance. Persuasion does not have the charm of Pride and Prejudice and it ends a bit suddenly, but it's still worth a read and can be marked as a great merging of realism, romance and honest characters who help make this one of Austen's most realistic titles.”

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Sense and Sensibility by Jane Austen

“Although one of my less favorite of Austen's titles, Sense and Sensibility has the same charm and witty ambition as her other works. I particularly enjoyed the double-heroine plot where two sisters, although completely different, are equally beset with romantic woes that are remedied in two completely different ways.”

Three from Natasha:
 

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The best exotic Marigold Hotel by Deborah Moggach

“English elderly lured to a hotel in India establish a community for themselves. Complications arise as families visit for an interesting read.”

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Rules of Civility by Amor Towles

“An engaging story of New York City in the early thirties, a story of love, class, and young people finding their way in life. Check out its handsome website at Rulesofcivility.com.”


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Night Circus by Erin Morgenstern

“This is a wonderful visual, imaginative, sort of Harry Potter for Adults story of magic and love.”

From Geraldine:

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Voyagers of the Titanic: Passengers, Sailors, Shipbuilders, Aristocrats, and the Worlds They Came From by Davenport-Hines, R. P. T. (Richard Peter Treadwell)

“This book commemorates the 100th anniversary of the April 15, 1912 sinking of the Titanic by recounting actual, recorded interviews from survivors or relatives of victims of the tragedy. These stirring accounts remove myths of the event and give very human credibility to the heroes, cowards and desperate passengers.”

Here come eight romance reviews from Rewa:

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Erotique: Jillian by Susan Lyons
“Moving Sandoro & Jillian from a professional relationship to a personal one is facilitated by the boss of the company. This story focuses on denying yourself what you really want due to past baggage - pretty good but spicy!”

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Erotique: Carrie by Susan Lyons

“A suburban housewife lives out her rich fantasy life every 6-8 weeks. There's a twist...who is her partner. Well written!”

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Her Fantasy by Saskia Walker
“Watch what you say in the office... Warren makes all of Anya's fantasies come true and boy are they steamy-read with caution.”

Layover by Megan Hart
“Let me just say, this is a heck of a way to spend a layover! Very spicy story, read with care!”

No Longer Forbidden by Portia Da Costa

“As an educator, I'm not sure how I feel about this book. It was a teacher & student who met at the 10 year reunion and started a relationship. Uncomfortable with the content!”

A Week in the Snow by Gwen Masters

“What started out as an Internet hook-up developed into an erotic, romantic, whirlwind of a relationship. It is truly unbelievable what can happen to 2 people with a week in the snow.”

Red Hot Reads Vol. 3 by Miranda Forbes

“This book is a collection of 6 erotic short stories. It took a minute for me to get into them but they were mildly entertaining.”

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After the Kiss by Suzanne Enoch

“I love, love, love the story of Sullivan & Isabel. The two are from different stations but love surpasses all.”

Three from Jean:

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The Fast and the Furriest by Andy Behrens
"This story is about the conflict between a twelve-year boy, Kevin, who hates sports and his well-meaning father, Howie, a former professional football player. Kevin wants to enroll Cromwell, his precocious beagle-mix dog, in obedience training and agility class, but Howie says no. Instead, he sends Kevin to football camp. When the coach asks Kevin to leave, both he and Cromwell enroll in Paw Patch and win their first competition. Even though Howie doesn’t know about the agility classes or the trophy he surprises Kevin at his next event and Team Cromwell wins again. "

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The Lemonade War by Jacqueline Davies

“Sibling rivalry is what drives Evan and his sister, Jesse, into a lemonade war. With a combination of math, economics, and marketing Evan and Jesse compete to earn the most money at their own lemonade stand on the last weekend of summer before school starts. During their journey on the quest to win they learned a lot about partnership, competition, negotiation and reconciliation.”

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Edgar Allen’s Official Crime Investigation Notebook by Mary Amato

“This book (at first glance) is about solving the mystery of a missing goldfish in a classroom. As the story progresses more items seem to be stolen, including an iris, a fan, and some tea. While some of the students were digging for clues to solve the crimes they wrote their own poems while connecting with their classmates. They discovered friendships changing some aspects of their lives.”