Broken Glass Park by Alina Bronsky My rating: 4 of 5 stars Sascha is a vulnerable girl hiding behind a tough veneer. I couldn't help but admire her candor and her unflinching fight to deal with a disturbing childhood filled with domestic violence and childhood abuse. The author told Sascha's story without sentimentality but with a straightforwardness that was refreshing yet … [Read more...] about Book Review: Broken Glass Park by Alina Bronsky
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Book Review: The Art of Racing in the Rain by Garth Stein
The Art of Racing in the Rain by Garth Stein My rating: 4 of 5 stars Besides the great reviews, I bought this book because I am a dog lover. I was not disappointed. I have always felt that dogs have much to tell us about living, and Enzo, the dog in this story, is wise and philosophical. His observations are amusing, heartbreaking, and very accurate. Limited as he is in a … [Read more...] about Book Review: The Art of Racing in the Rain by Garth Stein
Book Review: My Pop-Up Bible Stories by Juliet David; illustrated by Daniel Howarth
This little book is just right for a three to five year old who is becoming familiar with Bible stories. The pop-ups are simple but effective. I liked that they didn't just pop-up but moved. The text is brief and should appeal to young children. I also liked the added citations that reveal where the stories are found in the Bible. I gave it to my three-year-old nephew who I … [Read more...] about Book Review: My Pop-Up Bible Stories by Juliet David; illustrated by Daniel Howarth
Book Review: What Happened to My Sister by Elizabeth Flock
What Happened to My Sister: A Novel by Elizabeth Flock My rating: 4 of 5 stars It is difficult to read a story about child abuse and neglect, but the author does an amazing job of capturing the innocent voice of the main character, young Caroline. Two families suffer almost unbearable loss and grief and there is much tragedy and pain. However, there is also hope and healing … [Read more...] about Book Review: What Happened to My Sister by Elizabeth Flock
Book Review: Tuesday’s Child by Fern Michaels
Tuesday's Child by Fern Michaels My rating: 3 of 5 stars Tuesday's Child is one of those books that gets better as it goes. It didn't hook me right away, and it took me awhile to get into it. But, there was just enough mystery to keep my interest. As it became clear that not all was what it seemed, I devoured the rest of the book. Although it was light on the suspense and the … [Read more...] about Book Review: Tuesday’s Child by Fern Michaels