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The illustrations are amazing!
I really loved reading this book and sharing it with my children. The illustrations are big and colourful and have splat the cat finding himself in a variety of different situations that made us all laugh. The story is very cute and easy enough for kids to understand even at a young age. I thought the ending was sweet ...
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Ten Fun Turkeys!
This book is excellent as a counting aid for little ones. The turkeys are silly and colourful and my children had no trouble paying attention to the story. The counting theme is good and has a bit of a rhyme that makes it easy for kids to learn how to count backward from ten to zero. The repeated theme in the book of u...
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Love this book
My kids really enjoyed this book. The illustrations are great and the story is fun and has a random element that they thought was exciting. The cat is a cute main character and the story is really well written. This has become a favourite bedtime story for my children and one that they are happy to read over and over a...
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Read this book!
In the beginning, before I started reading this book, I was uncertain. Novels about drug use and so forth have never been my first choice for reading material. My opinion of this book after reading it is entirely different.<br /><br />This author is witty, intelligent and rather crafty. He manages to bring up real issu...
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Enchanting!
Every once in a while I get lucky enough to pick up a book that more or less puts the critic in me to the side and just allows me to enjoy reading. Kate Policani has done this in "Don't Judge a Book by Its Magic." This is an enjoyable story filled with magic, mystery and romance.<br /><br />I'm not certain if this is i...
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Touchy subject matter
I feel really divided over this book. The writing was beautiful. The author clearly has a way with words that can easily overwhelm the reader with emotion. I think her style is unique and from a literary standpoint, absolutely amazing. On the other hand, this is a sad book, where there will never be much triumph in the...
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Delicious and so much fun!
Absolutely this has to rank within my top 3 favorite children's books of the last year. What is there not to love about this book?<br /><br />The first thing I loved about this (hardcover edition) is that it is a beautifully made book. The binding ins excellent and the pages are smooth, with bright, colourful illustrat...
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Charming
"The Super Spies and the Cat Lady Killer" by Lisa Orchard is a fun, intriguing mystery for lovers of YA mystery and suspense. I don't necessarily think you have to be a young adult to enjoy this story, although there may be times when you want to shake the characters a bit for the decisions they make and the things the...
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Wow doesn't even cover it
"The Eighth Circle of Hell" by Gary Dolman is in my opinion, what reading is all about. If only we could vote to induct a book into the hall of classic literature. This is the kind of book that is NOT a feel good, make-you-smile kind of read, but rather a beautifully written, poignant piece of literature that will take...
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Fun
Lora Jones has not grown up as one of the privileged members of society. To make matters worse, she is also different. Hearing sounds, seeing things; she does not fit in. Her life is about to change...<br /><br />This book started out really well. I immediately took a liking to the main character. She was humble, engag...
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Even better than the first
I read the first book in this series, so I was very excited to read this one. It never let me down for a second. I LOVE when an author can not only bring back the life of the first book in a series through the second, but can even improve the second work to where you are even happier with it than the first. That happen...
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Touching
I didn't start out enjoying this book. In the beginning,especially during the first chapter, I had a hard time paying attention to what was happening in the story. Soon after, during the second chapter, I felt the story took off and there was no looking back.<br /><br />By the end of this book I was thrilled with it an...
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Elegant and emotional
This is an altogether beautifully written and well crafted story that will stay with you long after you have finished reading it. I was captivated by this novel from the first page, and the feeling that I was looking in a window at a world that is slightly magical and only for my eyes lingers, although I have finished ...
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Finally! Fantasy worth reading!
Okay--someone has to be telling untruths here...there is no way that this is a debut novel. This is too good to be a first book!<br /><br />"The Flame in the Mist" by author Kit Grindstaff is an incredible fantasy with all the elements you want in a fantasy read. Jemma is the perfect heroine to lead the way in this abs...
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Incredible thrill ride!
It isn't very often that I begin a review this way, but I have to do it this time: You gotta read this book! I wasn't sure what to expect when I picked this up. There have been a lot of books classified as psychological thrillers that have really been a let down. This one is anything but.<br /><br />From the beginning ...
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Different and refreshing
When you begin reading this novel, you are immediately taken to another place. J.S. Riddle's new vampire series is not what I expected, and this is a good thing. I enjoyed vampire novels long before the advent of Twilight the other similar books that have come along since, and this book reminded me why. One of my all t...
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Complex and well written
Bristol House is the first of Beverly Swerling's novels that I have read. I think I might be hooked. This book deals with both the past and the present and then ties them together in a seemingly effortless way.<br /><br />Anyone who has studied religious history will clearly see how much reality is presented in this fi...
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Impressive book for younger readers
This book is so cute and well illustrated I hated to see it end. The main character is a little girl who is about to go off to her first camp and spend some time away from her mom and dad.<br /><br />I think any child could identify with this character's feelings and uncertainty over what will happen to her while she i...
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Sorrow and joy in one book
You can't read this book and not feel something for Marina. This essentially begins (after a short preface) with the kidnapping of a young girl who is abandoned and then forced to live on her own in the wilds of Columbia. For years, she goes undiscovered, relying on a group of monkeys to teach her to survive. She there...
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intriguing
The historical aspect of this book was fabulous. The author clearly did a lot of research into the time period the book is set in and the overall subject matter of the story. Unfortunately, it was also this that I felt made this book fail a bit in some areas.<br /><br />While the history included in this novel was wond...
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This book has depth
From an accomplishment standpoint, I would put this book up there with some of the classics. The complex, elegantly written story is something that I am not sure many authors could take on and succeed at. It is hard to imagine any one person having the inner depth to write something with the intricacy that this novel h...
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Different than earlier novels, but good
You can always count on Debbie Macomber to provide her readers with a reason to love her, and this book was no exception. It was good to see some familiar characters again, and even if you aren't familiar, this book could be a standalone without any issues.<br /><br />What fascinated me about this, and I feel relativel...
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Intense Mystery
Frozen Shroud is one of those novels that plays with your mind. Just when you think you have everything figured out and you begin to expect something, it doesn't go at all the way you thought it would. As an avid mystery reader, I appreciated this greatly.<br /><br />There were some places in this book where I felt the...
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Beautiful Story great illustrations
"In the Tree House" by Andrew Larsen is a book that I think children will be able to relate to. The story is about a little boy who shares a tree house with his brother until his brother gets older and makes his own friends and doesn't want to spend as much time with his younger sibling anymore.<br /><br />Along with n...
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Absolutely Perfect
This is a genius children's story. The main character is an adorable and loveable critter that is a perfect character to lead the way in this book. The story is simple and cute and the kind of tale that young children will most likely fall in love with.<br /><br />The dog finds all kinds of things he can sniff and play...
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Interesting, but could have used more depth
While I do feel for David Milgaard and the wrong that was done to him at such an early age, I felt this book left a lot out of that story and wish it would have explored more fully what happened to him after his release and his return to a life altered by the events described in this book.<br /><br />For the most part ...
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A touching and pleasant read
Summers in Supino by Maria Coletta McLean is the kind of narrative that you can't help but love. When you relax into the first chapter of this book you automatically know that you don't want to do anything else for the duration. A warm cup of tea, a spot near the fireplace and this book made for a perfect evening of re...
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This book brings you joy!
This book is incredible! If you want to read a book that will just make you feel really good, may I suggest "Clover and the Twins" By Nicoletta Barrie. This would be appropriate for younger crowds (8 and over) but is also an enjoyable read for adults.<br /><br />The author prefaces her book with the story of how she ca...
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A story that mirrors reality
You know right off the bat in this book that something very interesting is about to happen to the main character. The author, David Faxon, does a very good job of setting up his story and getting the reader involved in the plot.<br /><br />The plot is quick and the writing itself is very good. The only thing I took iss...
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Excellent! Excellent! Excellent!
Looking at the cover of this book, I wasn't really sure what I was going to find inside. I was both thrilled with the contents and impressed by this author's ability to transport his reader to another world and make you forget yourself while reading his work. This story is amazing. Steve Peek has a unique talent for bu...
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Unexpectedly good for such a short book
It took me a little while to decide how I felt about this book. First of all I must preface this review by saying that I am impressed that this book was specifically designed for kids aged 13+ that have dyslexia. I knew going in that this is going to be a relatively short read, so that fact will not have bearing on my ...
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Much better than I expected
I'm never certain what I'm going to get when I begin reading a book that is tied to a classic piece of literature. In this case, I thought this was an intelligently written and compelling book that explored some new avenues I hadn't thought of before and in many ways improved upon the ideas the original work left off w...
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A WIld Adventure
This book was pretty incredible. I have always had a fascination with this historical boy in general, and reading Mary Losure's book just reinforced why. The author has done her research and put together an interesting history-based read. I thought she did an exemplary job of filling in the gaps of what this boy must h...
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Excellent romance
At first, I wasn't sure what to think of this book. It started out fun and I enjoyed it immediately, but the formula well-known to the romance genre of hunky men with pretty women wasn't the way the story was going at all, which made me wonder what the author was thinking. It turns out that she is a genius! The male le...
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Lovely Romance
First of all, what a pretty cover! If you love food and you love romance, this is a wonderfully fun book to read. The characters are charming and engaging. I was a little confused in the beginning with there being so many characters, but it gets easier to distinguish who is who as the novel progresses. By the second ch...
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reader's Paradise
Jamie returns to Bali, to the scene of a tragic event she was involved in, to make peace with her past and figure out her future. This is a story of love, loss, and the power of the human spirit.<br /><br />With a complex story line and believable characters, this is a book that has a little something for everyone. The...
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Exceptional
To be honest, this book didn't grab me from the first page, or even the first chapter. What I did instead, was settle into it a little at a time and began to really enjoy it after the third chapter.<br /><br />This author has a unique voice when she writes and it pleased me as a reader. I particularly liked the way she...
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Better than the first
I am happy to report that The Chalice is an even better book than the first in the series (The Crown.) It seems the pacing issues of the first book, where I found myself wondering if I left the coffee pot on or forgot to close the garage have been taken care of in this book. There are plenty of interesting events in th...
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Gutsy Indeed
My kids have grown so used to me saying "If you need me I'll be on my island (meaning my office,) that it has become a family joke. The difference between Sonia Marsh and me, is that she actually really did go to the island!<br /><br />I developed a great respect for this author throughout the course of reading this bo...
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So much fun to read
I love this book. This made me laugh from the very first page all the way to the end of the book. If you are searching for something that will brighten your day and remind you that things can always be worse, this is the go to novel.<br /><br />You can't help but feel sorry for the main character. She begins the book w...
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Loved it
This is the most suspenseful book I have read in a very long time. Not only can you not figure out what is going to happen at the end, but every single chapter contains new surprises.<br /><br />When Jake Fisher notices an obituary for the husband of a woman he loved six years in the past, he makes the fateful decision...
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Promising new series
I would like to read the rest of this series after having read the first book. I think the author has done a good job of creating a somewhat dark and Gothic feel for her first novel and weaving and interesting story around a well thought out plot. I liked the main character although I wish that she would have spent a b...
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So much fun and vampires too!
I liked this book. The author has a really good sense of humor and the type of ironically funny material in this book is just the type that I appreciate. I was hooked right away on this story, and although I could kind of see what was coming in the first chapter, the way the author wrote it put a spin on things that I ...
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The best children's book in a long time
This is a beautifully written children's story that also teaches a valuable lesson. The story is complex enough to keep an older child entertained, but also, because of the wonderful illustrations, is exciting enough to keep a younger child happy. Samantha is a sympathetic and compassionate character that I think kids ...
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Sniff the Cat
The illustrations in this book have a slightly manga feel, which my kids appreciated as that is their favorite type of cartoon. The illustrations are simple, yet effective in conveying the message of the story. There is a light rhyming theme in this book, where not every sentence rhymes, but it gives it a nice flow tha...
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Bad luck dating
In the beginning of this book I got a real kick out of the main character. She was witty, funny and drew me into the story right away with her dating woes. I thought the plot was growing more interesting as time went on and I was happy to keep turning pages to find out what happened next. I think this book lost me righ...
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And then everything shook and went BOOM!
The Apocalypse Calendar is one of those books where you know from the first few pages that it is going to get interesting. It took a little longer than I would have expected for the interesting to actually start, but after it did it was pretty evenly paced all the way through until the end of the book.<br /><br />This ...
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Magical and exciting
Garden Princess is a wonderfully refreshing twist on the typical princess story. The main character is not perfect as all princesses tend to be. She is not over the top beautiful, nor is she particularly graceful. She can be stubborn, outspoken and a variety of other things that made me love her. She is low maintenance...
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Introspective somewhat, but very entertaining
If you are looking for more of a travel guide about India, then this isn't your book. However, that being said, if you are looking for a well written and interesting travel log that reads like a personal memoir, this is certainly a good book to choose. I enjoyed reading the stories of this woman's travels through India...
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It's a farce--I freaking love it
I nearly died laughing over this book. It might be silly and obviously was intended to be, but when you need a day away from life to examine why things are the way they are and what you can do about it, you have two choices. Pick up a self help book that will attempt to explain it all and take a good nap half the way t...
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Excellent for teaching
I am highly impressed by this book. I teach language arts to elementary and middle school children part time, and this book is wonderful to help them understand the core concept of the fairytale and encourage them to write their own stories. The book has wonderful examples that are easy to follow and great ideas to enc...
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Love this book.
If you have a very young child that is just learning to appreciate books, this would be a completely perfect choice. The book is very durable and can handle a lot of abuse. The pages are made well and there are touch and feel spots for kids to explore new textures. The story is simple and cute and the illustrations are...
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A likeable story to share with children.
I have to first say, that this is one of the most imagination-inspiring children's books that I have ever shared with my kids. There are some formatting issues with the kindle version of this book, or at least the one I have anyway, but they aren't distracting enough to really cause any serious issues or stop you from ...
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Not awful, not great
I bought this for my son who loves the novel and movie, but am a little disappointed in the quality of this book. The images aren't nearly as vibrant as one is led to believe when they read the description. There are some interesting sketches in this movie companion and I wouldn't say the whole thing was bad, but for s...
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Wow this is pretty bad
I really try not to leave negative reviews when I can't think of anything nice to say, but this book is really bad when held in comparison to the other books by Janet Evanovich. My main problem with this book, is that there is no fire between the characters at all. In a book like this, I feel there should be tension be...
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Perfect for a YA audience
This book starts out fun from the very beginning. Immediately I was able to make a connection with the main character. He was clumsy and had just the same kind of luck that I have.<br /><br />The book progresses at a fairly good pace and the way the author has intertwined humor with the events in the story made it an e...
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Intense
Mike Robinson's "The Prince of Earth" really surprised and in many ways delighted me. While this is not a terribly fast moving book, it is one of the most complex and deeply psychological novels I have read. The intensity of the main character pulls you in to the story and has a relentless grasp.<br /><br />I was excit...
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Unlike any other book you have read
I can definitely say that I haven't read any other books like this before. It took me a while to decide if that was a good thing or a bad thing. This book is written in a way that is at times captivating, but at other times, on the verge of being so repetitive that it might drive you crazy.<br /><br />I haven't read ve...
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Entertaining, reminds me somewhat of Goosebumps
This is a very entertaining, albeit at times strange book. The writing is smooth and there is plenty of excitement to be had in these pages. The characters are well developed and have unique personalities which is unusual for a book that is intended for this age group. I found the plot and pacing to work well together ...
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Amazing
There is only one way I can think of to describe the experience of reading this book, and that is, in a word: INCREDIBLE<br /><br />Wolves in the Land of Salmon has some of the most beautiful and alluring nature photography I have ever seen in a book of this style. The photos are so clear and amazing that you get a rea...
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An interesting time travel book
I thought this book had an interesting premise and liked the idea of a YA book including one of the most notorious criminals of human history. The main character was interesting and I liked her well enough, but there just wasn't the bang nor sizzle that I had been hoping for throughout reading this.<br /><br />There we...
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If all books could be what I wished for
I began reading this book a couple of years ago, but then lost it during the middle of a vacation and just found it at a bookstore again, a little over a week ago. I was actually pretty surprised, that even with all the other books I have read in between then and now, that I managed to remember what I had read previous...
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Perfect cover for this complex tale
Raveled is a complex story of what lies underneath a seemingly perfect town. This is a book where you are never sure who can be trusted and if they are telling the truth. I was fascinated by all of the different roads this book takes during the telling of the story and how the author managed to surprise me often throug...
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for a small book it packs a lot of punch
This book is relatively short and a pretty easy read, but has a lot of valuable information. If you are considering publishing your book and regardless of which avenue, traditional or otherwise you are considering choosing, this book will have merit for you. I was particularly impressed that there was an explanation ab...
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What they wrote was fun
This book is so adorable! The snakes are in trouble! Will dog be able to save them? Read this book with your children or grandchildren and find out.<br /><br />What I loved about this children's title, is the way the author used a silly, fun story with colorful illustrations to teach children about snakes. At the end o...
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Wickedly addictive
I must admit that I had not read the first book in this series when I decided to read this one. Good news though, it didn't really matter at all. I was able to settle right into this book without issue.<br /><br />Samantha was an excellent character to lead the way throughout this novel. She is witty, at times sarcasti...
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Incredible but true
I received and ARC copy of this book from Netgalley.<br /><br />When I saw this book's cover, I knew I had to read it. I'm not much of a spider person, but the idea that these creatures are able to produce something stronger than steel was a very interesting concept I wanted to share with my children.<br /><br />This b...
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Fascinating
I really love this book. If you are a fan of history, particularly of the Civil War or the Lincoln era, you will want to add this to your collection.<br /><br />The author, Valgene Dunham, has done an incredible job researching the material included in this work. There are quite a few photos, and it was not only intere...
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The kind of book you want your child to have in their collection
This book was fun and even as an adult, I was able to enjoy it. The way this is written reminded me of the children's novels I used to red as a youngster.<br /><br />The characters are enjoyable and lively and of the variety that make you laugh as you grow to love them. I particularly enjoyed the humor strewn throughou...
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A light read that will make you smile
I like this book a lot. I originally picked it up because the description made the book sound like fun, and it was right. This is the kind of light read that would be great to take with you on a vacation or read over a holiday. The author has created a main character that is very charming and has a tendency to find tro...
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Excellent
This book is so much fun and perfect for helping a child increase their comprehension skills. If you have a student that is having difficulty understanding the material they are trying to learn, this might be a good way to help them. The stories are funny and silly and exactly the kind of thing that children find enter...
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A lateral thinking mystery
I was not surprised to learn after reading this book that this author has a fondness for chess. This Psychological thriller is very much a giant lateral thinking puzzle. I will not rehash much of what has already been said about the errors and so forth in this book. What I will say, is that I was able to finish this st...
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A worthy adventure
I haven't seen many books written that focus on this subject matter and this period of history, and the ones I have seen don't even come close to this one. If you are the kind of reader that wants excitement and adventure in your book, then you will be immediately fascinated with Emperor's Prey. Jeremy Han has written ...
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A fun break from reality
If you are a fan of the horror genre then this collection will be perfect. What I liked most about this book, is it gave me a chance to more or less have an author buffet to choose from. I was able to sample a little of each writing style and now I have a better grasp of which authors would appeal to my reading prefere...
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Almost five stars...really good
I almost gave this book five stars. If all of my questions had been answered at the end I would have. Still, this author has a great talent for writing. His concept of what forever-love means is quite apparent and I found his characters to be engaging and charming. This work is far more than just a simple mystery. Ther...
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A very cute book
This book is wonderful. The pictures are so bright and clear and there are a lot of them. The text is simple and even my two year olds thought they were great. This is a book that will hold their attention for the duration. If you are looking for a gift to give to a new reader this would be perfect.
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adorable and sweet
Carrot is a sweet book about an orange kitten who comes to realize that being rich and famous isn't everything. The first thing I liked about this book is that it was long enough to read as a bedtime story and actually spend some time with your child. The illustrations are wonderful and take up the full page. The chara...
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A magical read
The Water Witch has a very Gothic appeal and the author has done a marvelous job sculpting an intriguing story around that dark theme. I loved almost everything about this book.<br /><br />The supporting characters offer a nice contrast to the main character. The friendships described in this book are the kind we all h...
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Another good book in the series
The beginning of this book drew me in and made me want to keep reading right away.<br /><br />When a young, pregnant woman who has just bought her dream home discovers a small box buried in her yard, she opens the proverbial Pandora's box, setting events into motion that will cause the familiar characters of previous J...
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Exciting --edge of your seat thriller
I really loved certain parts of this book, and then there were some things that I didn't like as much. What I really did enjoy about this novel, was the way the author chose to build suspense. There were a lot of times when she could have made things a lot more obvious than she chose to. I appreciated the psychological...
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A note you'll want to read
I wasn't sure how much I would really love this book based on the fact that it was built on such a serious and dismal theme. It turned out to be pretty great. The darker subject matter gave the writing and ambiance that lasted throughout.<br /><br />The main character loses her best friend and her mother is accused of ...
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The Reason We Love Her
Lisa Gardner is back with a bang in her newest novel, "Touch and Go." If you have been anxiously anticipating another great read featuring Tessa Leoni, this book will not disappoint.<br /><br />The author has managed to spin another intriguing tale of murder, betrayal, mystery and excitement worthy of her reader's high...
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An honest review for a very honest book.
If you are wondering why you worry so much about everything and feel like you are alone, you need to read this book. Not only is the author perfectly honest about virtually everything in her life, but she tells her story in a humorous way that makes you burst out laughing at random times. The author comes across as an ...
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interesting plot
There were quite a few things to like about this book. The plot was something I hadn't seen before and was originally what drew me into reading this novel. The structure was good and I really liked some of the characters. I was happily reading along until the middle section of the book, when I found that the pace slowe...
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Attn: Doctors of every specialty
Whether you are a first year resident or a long-time doctor, if you have a brand new practice or are well established, this book is for you. "The Language of Caring Guide for Physicians" is a guide that I believe could be just as important as a medical education itself. This book brings the physician face to face with ...
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0988258706
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A historical tale full of vibrant imagery
"Shadow on the Crown" is a beautifully written historical novel of love, loss, suffering and determination. Patricia Bracewell has created a vibrant world full of rich, engaging characters for the enjoyment of her readers.<br /><br />I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book, as it was well researched, creatively crafted ...
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a pleasant book of idioms
This book is really fun to read and explain the meanings to a child. The idioms are simple and I found them to prompt discussions between myself and my children. The pictures are very cute, bright and colorful and were pleasing even to the eye of an adult. This book made my kids laugh and have a good time and they enjo...
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Swept away by washed away
"If there's anything worse than seeing your lives destroyed by a tornado, it's probably seeing your lives destroyed by a tornado and then being rained on."--Geoff Williams<br /><br />If you don't know much about this disaster, this book is the place to go. While many of the books I have read about this and other natura...
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turning out to be an excellent series
I read the first book in the Lakebridge series and really enjoyed it, so I was naturally excited when the opportunity to read the second book arose. Once again, Natasha Troop has proven that it is possible to write a very literary novel with enough horror elements to be frightening. I thought this book was very good an...
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A fun graphic novel for kids
This reminded me a lot of the old style comic books for kids. I loved the illustrations as they really brought the story to life. There are three individual stories in this book, each with a Halloween theme for kids 7 and older. This is the first graphic novel I have read that was intended for a younger audience, and I...
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Step by step instructions
This book is useful if you are trying to learn a rather specific style of haircut, but it is also useful to learn about color, style and face shape. Although you may not be familiar with cutting your hair in the style this book uses as an example, the author has included illustrations from various angles and step by st...
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I really liked some of it
There were parts of this book that I thought were excellently written, paced perfectly and held my interest throughout all the distractions around me. Then, there were some other parts that I thought were too slow, mostly repetitive and almost made me wonder if the author had amnesia and she forgot what she had written...
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I realize now how many things I don't know...
So, there is a lot of basic info in this book, but there is also a lot of stuff in here that I didn't know. I found this book to be arranged well and have a lot of useful information for things that My household uses all the time. Rather than wasting time with a really lengthy intro and so on, I loved that this author ...
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Important lesson cute book
I love it when you can find a book that helps children understand an important lesson without making them feel like you are preaching it to them. This book does just that, and in such a creative and fun way. The illustrations are so cute that my kids fell in love with them. Guess what? After reading the book the first ...
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Very good!
When the Identical twin daughters of the infamous Victor Frankenstein inherit the family castle, they never expect for life to change as drastically as it does. With horror, suspense and romance all in the same story, this is one to read for a real adventure.<br /><br />Somehow I didn't expect to like this book as much...
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Exciting and historical
Lincoln's Grave Robbers by Steve Sheinkin was not only an educational read, but an entertaining one at that. I realize that this book was market for kids ten and over, but I felt it might be a little bit advanced for most at age ten. Some of the vocabulary is a bit advanced and there are a few morbid, although historic...
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0545405726
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3.5 Needs a little editing work, but great start
I wish that Amazon did not view 3 star reviews as being more toward the negative side. That is not the tone I wish to set for this book at all.<br /><br />Here is what I loved about this book: The characters are well-rounded and interesting. They are heroic and worthy of their place leading the novel. I thought the res...
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A very nice collection
I really found this book to be an enjoyable read. With three separate stories that all have a noticeable tie-in at the end, it was fun to read about the town itself, the people this author has created and the romances between them. What I found so endearing about this book, was that the romance is not simply implied. T...
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5
A great way to relax
This review is based on an ARC copy I received from Netgalley.<br /><br />When Ellie Ryder (Ellis Chapman) shows up to claim her inheritance, a house that belonged to her mother, she is not used to living the small town life. She quickly learns that she will find more to love about St. Dennis than she ever could have i...
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Wiggle Wiggle fun!
I really liked this book. My kids thought Lex was a great main character and this book encouraged them to get up and dance. The story is very simple and cute and would be appropriate for a first reader. The illustrations are cute and there are a couple per page which made the book more interesting for my children. The ...
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