by Anita Daimant
I've always enjoyed historical fiction, but this book brought me to a whole new level. I don't know as much about life during biblical times as I'd like to know. I found a woman's perspective intriguing and insightful. I know much of this tale is fictionalized, but just catching a glimpse of Jacob (yes, the very Jacob with a son who wore a colorful coat) and his family and what life might have been like for them was fantastic. I probably won't go to church on Sunday and begin discussing the 12 tribes of Israel, however, I will appreciate their lifestyle a little more. Wonderful. Descriptive. Exciting. Tragic. Magical. Well done.
Not a read for a younger audience, but no content an adult wouldn't appreciate (I think).
****
Thursday, March 29, 2012
Friday, March 23, 2012
The Thirteenth Tale
by Diane Setterfield
I didn't have any expectation when I began this book. I knew nothing about it, but liked the title. As I read the first few chapters, my mind wandered a little as to where the story might go. By the time I was half way through the book, I couldn't put it down. The last few chapters had me on the edge of my seat to know how all the loose ends would come together. I was not disappointed. A friend was telling me she had begun reading the book. The word she used to describe it was: interesting. I often use that word to infer something unusual but also unimportant or odd in a negative way. I use the word interesting now to describe this book with the following synonyms: unusual, captivating, unexpected, charming, disarming, odd, keeps attention, addictive, inviting, fabulous! What a great book!! I would recommend for young adults and adults. There is no language. There are scenes of violence and disturbance, but it is inferred and only as graphic as your mind allows it to be.
****
I didn't have any expectation when I began this book. I knew nothing about it, but liked the title. As I read the first few chapters, my mind wandered a little as to where the story might go. By the time I was half way through the book, I couldn't put it down. The last few chapters had me on the edge of my seat to know how all the loose ends would come together. I was not disappointed. A friend was telling me she had begun reading the book. The word she used to describe it was: interesting. I often use that word to infer something unusual but also unimportant or odd in a negative way. I use the word interesting now to describe this book with the following synonyms: unusual, captivating, unexpected, charming, disarming, odd, keeps attention, addictive, inviting, fabulous! What a great book!! I would recommend for young adults and adults. There is no language. There are scenes of violence and disturbance, but it is inferred and only as graphic as your mind allows it to be.
****
Thursday, March 15, 2012
Torment
by Kate Lauren
I literally couldn't put this book down (it's an ebook on my phone, ha ha). Seriously, I was hooked from page 1. I didn't realize there are 5 book in this series. Now I have to go track down #3-5 so I don't go crazy wondering what happens next! Seriously a GREAT book. Clean (I don't recall major swearing...but I tend to skim over it), but still exciting.
****
I literally couldn't put this book down (it's an ebook on my phone, ha ha). Seriously, I was hooked from page 1. I didn't realize there are 5 book in this series. Now I have to go track down #3-5 so I don't go crazy wondering what happens next! Seriously a GREAT book. Clean (I don't recall major swearing...but I tend to skim over it), but still exciting.
****
Tuesday, March 13, 2012
Fallen
by Lauren Kate
I read this book in 1 1/2 days. It's an ebook I got for free, so I put it on the back burner for quite a while...what a mistake! Through the entire book, I was stumped as to what was going to happen next and where the plot would take me. I couldn't put it down! Teenager, Lucinda "Luce" is sent to reform school after an accident that resulted in the death of a friend. After that, each day is a new adventure. What a great book!! There are a couple of swear words, but clean otherwise.
The next book is Torment. I can't wait to start it!
***
I read this book in 1 1/2 days. It's an ebook I got for free, so I put it on the back burner for quite a while...what a mistake! Through the entire book, I was stumped as to what was going to happen next and where the plot would take me. I couldn't put it down! Teenager, Lucinda "Luce" is sent to reform school after an accident that resulted in the death of a friend. After that, each day is a new adventure. What a great book!! There are a couple of swear words, but clean otherwise.
The next book is Torment. I can't wait to start it!
***
Monday, March 12, 2012
Wicked Lovely
by Melissa Marr
This fictional tale attempts to explain a few little things in daily life: why you trip over nothing as you walk down the sidewalk, why it feels like someone is watching you when there's no one there, among others. What a great story of love, choices, and courage. This story includes a variety of fey (fairies) and a select few humans. Geared to young adults, this is a simple read. There are a few curses (including "F"). Fun story!
***
This fictional tale attempts to explain a few little things in daily life: why you trip over nothing as you walk down the sidewalk, why it feels like someone is watching you when there's no one there, among others. What a great story of love, choices, and courage. This story includes a variety of fey (fairies) and a select few humans. Geared to young adults, this is a simple read. There are a few curses (including "F"). Fun story!
***
Saturday, March 10, 2012
Rules of Civility
by Amor Towles
I thought this would be a story set in the 1930's; full of intrigue, scandal, and fun. Well, it is, but not like I thought. It is a reminiscent tale of days gone by. I enjoyed reading it, but when it was over, I felt like nothing had happened. A little drab. A slice of sorrow and regret. Still, an interesting insight into Manhattan life in the late 1930's.
**!
Friday, March 9, 2012
The Kite Runner
by Khaled Hossieni
What an impressive tale of life as an Afghan middle class child. I found myself fascinated by the nuances of life...school all summer, break all winter. Also, the class system still in place in the 20th century. The story takes place from the 1960's to the 1990's and is riveting. I usually struggle getting involved in a tale of fictionized life (meaning, could be nonfiction), but I was captured by the first few chapters. Well written, insightful, and an ending that didn't disappoint. Well done.
***!
What an impressive tale of life as an Afghan middle class child. I found myself fascinated by the nuances of life...school all summer, break all winter. Also, the class system still in place in the 20th century. The story takes place from the 1960's to the 1990's and is riveting. I usually struggle getting involved in a tale of fictionized life (meaning, could be nonfiction), but I was captured by the first few chapters. Well written, insightful, and an ending that didn't disappoint. Well done.
***!
Monday, March 5, 2012
City of Fallen Angels
by Cassandra Clare
So, the only benefit to having the entire family down with the flu is: lots of time to read. This is the fourth (and I thought final) book in the Immortal Instruments series. As always, the story and characters had me going from the start. I love Clare's writing, even the somewhat cheesy love story. I have to admit, as I got nearer to the end, I was waiting for all the loose ends to wrap up. They never did. In fact, when I put the book down, I was so...lost for words...that I wanted to scream! Great book. Exciting. Captivating. I didn't love the end - I hope it isn't the end of the series. Still worth reading.
***
So, the only benefit to having the entire family down with the flu is: lots of time to read. This is the fourth (and I thought final) book in the Immortal Instruments series. As always, the story and characters had me going from the start. I love Clare's writing, even the somewhat cheesy love story. I have to admit, as I got nearer to the end, I was waiting for all the loose ends to wrap up. They never did. In fact, when I put the book down, I was so...lost for words...that I wanted to scream! Great book. Exciting. Captivating. I didn't love the end - I hope it isn't the end of the series. Still worth reading.
***
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