Love Always by Harriet Evans My rating: 4 of 5 stars Love Always captures a complex family dynamic with captivating and intriguing characters. Nothing was quite what it seemed, but the truth was gradually revealed through the catalyst of Cecily's diary. I love the way the writer rotated between time periods to gradually reveal the truth behind Cecily's death as well as the … [Read more...] about Love Always by Harriet Evans
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Review: In a Class by Itself (Compact Disc Edition) by Sandra Brown
In a Class by Itself by Sandra Brown My rating: 3 of 5 stars I received a signed audiobook edition of this book along with some other really cool swag. I had read this book before and recognized it when I played the first CD. Sandra Brown is like chocolate for me. I have 24 of her books in my home library and have read many others at the public library. Her books are … [Read more...] about Review: In a Class by Itself (Compact Disc Edition) by Sandra Brown
How Huge the Night by Heather and Lydia Munn
Mother and daughter writing team Heather and Lydia Munn put together a very compelling story that will appeal to teenagers and adults alike. (Read exert) Julien is believable as an ordinary teenager caught up in extraordinary circumstances. I became engrossed in the dramatic struggles that his family faced as well as the parallel story of Nina and Gustav. I liked the honesty of … [Read more...] about How Huge the Night by Heather and Lydia Munn
Review: Driving with Dead People by Monica Holloway
Driving with Dead People is a brutally honest memoir with heart. The author recounts a dreadful childhood without any ounce of self pity. Instead she intertwines happy and humorous memories with the unhappy ones, and the result is good storytelling that ends with hope and possibility. (Mooched from Bookmooch.com) … [Read more...] about Review: Driving with Dead People by Monica Holloway
Review: A Young Wife by Pam Lewis
A Young Wife by Pam Lewis was a frustrating read. As a reader, I was always three steps ahead of the main character, Minke, and I desperately wanted her to figure things out. When she finally caught on, I was relieved, but it still took her awhile to get a backbone and take action. I also thought … [Read more...] about Review: A Young Wife by Pam Lewis