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Review Date: 11/24/2009
Written from the different points of view of a group of women who form a book club as young women, the stories of their lives through the decades unfold as each reveals elements of the plot from varying perspectives. Although somewhat predictable at times, I still found myself absorbed in these women's lives. Lorna Landvik is an engaging and insightful writer. I heartily recommend the book.
Review Date: 7/1/2014
The interwoven and overlapping stories of this wonderful, imaginative book draw the reader into worlds, past, present and future. The common themes of the tales are timeless and thoughtfully developed as the threads circle back on themselves. Not an "easy" read, but oh, so much to savor. Don't pass this one up!
Review Date: 6/24/2008
Helpful Score: 3
Being myself both a fan of Jane Hamilton's books and a pianist, how could I not like this book?!? However, this story isn't really so much about the main character's music, as it is about the complexities that evolve in her life during the year of her affair with a fellow musician. Jane Hamilton is a master at capturing the unspoken nuances of gesture and mood that create atmosphere that is almost palpable. A great book.
Review Date: 2/4/2015
I completely enjoyed Christopher Moore's irreverent, tongue-in-cheek romp through the tale of King Lear as told by Shakespeare. Delightfully wicked, full of intrigue and mischief, and certainly deserving of the bard's nod of approval!
Review Date: 11/5/2009
This book lived up to all the wonderful reviews I've read. I fell in love with the characters and truly didn't want the end to come. A great read!
Review Date: 4/8/2008
Helpful Score: 1
Though the plot of this story is by itself rather simple, the real attraction of this narrative is the skill with which the author draws the reader into the very atmosphere of the setting and into the inner lives of the characters. With a surreal and unsettling accuracy, Ms. Hospital lures the reader into the events and subtly changing shifts in the balance of life in the harsh and unforgiving surrounds of the Australian Outback. Enthusiastically recommended!
Review Date: 3/16/2011
I loved the main character, Addy Shadd. Her story is not new, but Lori Lansens embroiders such depth and detail into the landscape of Addy's life, I found myself picking up the book as often as I could just to find out what was happening to Addy next.
Review Date: 10/25/2014
Although this little gem didn't immediately capture my imagination, it was only a few chapters until I was eagerly devouring Okonkwo's life story. This book is elegantly and beautifully written. Don't miss it.
Review Date: 1/1/2009
I gave up on this book 2/3 of the way through. It's boring, entirely predictable. Yes, it may be early teen literature, but I've read lots of teen literature that's worth reading. this isn't. Bella is a poor role model. What are her redeeming qualities, anyway? Give the reading 'something' to admire, please.
Review Date: 8/10/2008
Helpful Score: 2
This short book has the flavor of a morality tale that explores the definition of insanity in modern society. The suicide attempt of a young woman and the subsequent influence of her story and her presence in a psychiatric hospital directed by a doctor with enigmatic methods of treatment slowly unfold to reveal surprising layers of meaning. While the ultimate message can be construed as hopeful, there is a great deal to provoke thought, which is what I always enjoy about Paul Coelho's stories.
Review Date: 2/19/2009
I couldn't stop reading this book.
Review Date: 4/1/2008
Helpful Score: 1
If you're interested in courtroom life, this is a notable witty portrayal of one of the most colorful of it's denizens. Wilkes is a lawyer in a league of his own. His shenanigans and antics will amuse, amaze and stay with you for a long time.
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