Tuesday, August 04, 2009

Book Reviews from Master The Art of Reading participants Dark Victory by Brenda Joyce: this is the best of the Masters of Time series. Full of everything that makes a great romance! The Stand by Stephen King: I have readthis book three times before, but really enjoyed this "uncut" edition. The author improved on an already great story. Jester by James Patterson: Not the typical James Patterson book, but still a good one. This is a long one but well worth it. Change of Heart by Jodi Picoult: A book that doesn't disappoint, a story filled with imagination and skepticism. A good, deep read. Handle with Care by Jodi Picoult: A beautiful story with an awful end. I loved it, the drama, the courtroom, the whole story, up until I read the last page. Collected stories of Katherine Anne Porter by Katherine Anne Porter: I love short stories and there are many to love in this collection. "He" is a simple story with an easy dialect that yet pierces the heart. "Holiday" and "The Old Order" are as cozy as a ticking clock with the tradition and folkways of peopleand times long gone. Yet, their stories are about all of humanity and will never grow old. Saving Face by Andy Robin: How to lie, fake, and maneuver your way out of life's most awkward situations. This book made me smile. Shanghai Girls by Lisa See: It was a good book, but I found the ending a bit disappointing. East of Eden by John Steinbeck: Absolutely phenomenal! Petropolis by Anya Ulinich: This is a fast-paced and interesting read. The characters are very well written and the plot keeps you reading. By the Light of My Father's Smile by Alice Walker: Cannot forgive her father for a single hypocritical soul crushing act. 12:20:17 PM

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