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Against All Odds
Against All Odds
Author: Jeannette Johnson
Book Type: Paperback
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Review Date: 10/12/2006
Helpful Score: 1


This is a nice book for school-age children and chronicles the life of Boo Boo, a handicapped kitten left at an animal clinic to be euthanized. The little kitten captures the hearts of the clinic workers, of course, and they scramble to save him and find him a forever home of his very own.


Blue Blood
Blue Blood
Author: Edward Conlon
Book Type: Paperback
  • Currently 3.4/5 Stars.
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Review Date: 4/6/2006


This book chronicles Edward Conlon's decision to become a New York police officer, his entrance to the force, and his career. What makes this account different is his willingness to share his feelings and his doubts along the way.


Brother Frank
Brother Frank
Author: Frank Minucci, William Hoffman
Book Type: Mass Market Paperback
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Review Date: 4/6/2006


This book chronicles the transformation of a drug-addicted ex-con into an individual with a belief in God and a passion to help others on their own journeys.


Elegy for Iris
Elegy for Iris
Author: John Bayley
Book Type: Paperback
  • Currently 4/5 Stars.
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Review Date: 4/6/2006
Helpful Score: 2


John Bayley, a literary critic who taught at Oxford, writes his own book about his love for his wife and her descent into her own world due to Alzheimer's disease. This book feels like a wonderful conversation with a wise friend.


Gotti: Rise and Fall
Gotti: Rise and Fall
Author: Jerry Capeci
Book Type: Mass Market Paperback
  • Currently 3.7/5 Stars.
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Review Date: 4/6/2006


This detailed account of the rise and fall of an infamous mobster keeps you turning the pages. As organized crime reporters, authors Capeci and Mustain are quite skilled.


The Joy Luck Club
The Joy Luck Club
Author: Amy Tan
Book Type: Paperback
  • Currently 4/5 Stars.
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Review Date: 4/6/2006


A tale of mothers and daughters in two generations


Kara Mia: The Story of Sudden Loss & Slow Recovery in a Teenager with Long QT Syndrome
Review Date: 4/6/2006


Kara Mia chronicles the life of a beautiful young girl with a life-threatening heart condition, long QT syndrome. Chapters are written by both her mother and her doctors, which gives amazing perspective to this family's journey.


Knee Deep in Paradise
Knee Deep in Paradise
Author: Brett Butler
Book Type: Hardcover
  • Currently 3.6/5 Stars.
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Review Date: 4/6/2006


Brett Butler's stark honesty combined with her humorous take on life's events make this a wonderful read.


Last Chance to See
Last Chance to See
Author: Douglas Adams, Mark Carwardine
Book Type: Paperback
  • Currently 4.2/5 Stars.
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Review Date: 4/6/2006


According to Publisher's Weekly, "This is an excellent choice for readers who enjoy natural history, travel and aventure." I couldn't agree more!


Living in the Labyrinth : A Personal Journey Through the Maze of Alzheimer's
Review Date: 4/6/2006


Diana Friel McGowan, after being diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease, shares her journal about negotiating life on new terms. It is an amazing account in that it is written from the perspective of the victim of the disease.


Mafia Dynasty: The Rise and Fall of the Gambino Crime Family
Mafia Dynasty: The Rise and Fall of the Gambino Crime Family
Author: John H. Davis
Book Type: Mass Market Paperback
  • Currently 3.6/5 Stars.
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Review Date: 4/6/2006


Detailed yet riveting account of the rise and fall of the Gambino crime family.


A Man Named Dave: A Story of Triumph and Forgiveness
A Man Named Dave: A Story of Triumph and Forgiveness
Author: Dave Pelzer
Book Type: Paperback
  • Currently 4/5 Stars.
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Review Date: 4/6/2006


Dave Pelzer endured horrible circumstances as a child, but has gone on to approach life with joy and hope. His account is inspirational.


Sunrise with Seamonsters
Sunrise with Seamonsters
Author: Paul Theroux
Book Type: Paperback
  • Currently 2.3/5 Stars.
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Review Date: 4/6/2006


This is a collection of short essays on a wide variety of subjects.


Where the Heart Is
Where the Heart Is
Author: Billie Letts
Book Type: Paperback
  • Currently 4/5 Stars.
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Review Date: 4/6/2006


The characters come to life in this Oprah's Book Club special.


Women in Midlife Crisis
Women in Midlife Crisis
Author: Jim Conway, Sally Conway
Book Type: Mass Market Paperback
  • Currently 4.5/5 Stars.
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Review Date: 4/6/2006


This book by two family counselors is an insightful guide to women negotiating midlife in youth-oriented society.


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