The Almond Tree by Michelle Cohen Corasanti “An epic drama of the proportions of The Kite Runner… Grabs you from the first page… A gripping and compassionate work of fiction” —Huffington Post The unforgettable story of a young Palestinian boy whose mathematical gifts allow him to escape the difficulties of life as an Arab Israeli, The Almond Tree is a beautifully crafted … [Read more...] about The Almond Tree Book Blast and $50 Giveaway
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Win a Kindle Fire HDX, Amazon Gift Card or Paypal Cash ($229 value) The winner will have the option of receiving a 7" Kindle Fire HDX (US Only - $229 Value) Or $229 Amazon.com Gift Card (International) Or $229 in Paypal Cash (International) Giveaway Sponsors I Am A Reader Feed Your Reader Laurie Here The YA … [Read more...] about Kindle Fire Giveaway in honor of Mother’s Day
Book Review: The Zookeeper’s Wife by Diane Ackerman
[simpleazon-link asin="039333306X" locale="us"]The Zookeeper's Wife: A War Story[/simpleazon-link] My rating: 5 of 5 stars A well-researched and fascinating story that is philosophical and courageous. The people are ingenious and audacious to the degree that the reader cheers for them. The animals provide comic relief and a sense of comfort during a very frightening and … [Read more...] about Book Review: The Zookeeper’s Wife by Diane Ackerman
Book Review: Days of Blood and Starlight by Laini Taylor
[simpleazon-link asin="0316133981" locale="us"]Days of Blood & Starlight (Daughter of Smoke and Bone)[/simpleazon-link] My rating: 4 of 5 stars Gripping, emotionally taut, complex moral dilemmas, brutal battles. Good character development. Sometimes the narrative drags a bit and gets a little too emotive, but overall the story is well-written and enjoyable to read. I … [Read more...] about Book Review: Days of Blood and Starlight by Laini Taylor
Book Review: Labor Day by Joyce Maynard
[simpleazon-link asin="0062313630" locale="us"]Labor Day Movie Tie- In Edition: A Novel (P.S.)[/simpleazon-link] My rating: 4 of 5 stars The movie trailer for Labor Day led me to want to read the book. The teen voice was unflinchingly honest and authentic though limited in it's viewpoint. As a result the book is not as romantic as one might presume from the movie trailer. … [Read more...] about Book Review: Labor Day by Joyce Maynard