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Maria H. (phillymommy2007) - Reviews

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Almost Too Late
Almost Too Late
Author: Elmo Wortman
Book Type: Paperback
  • Currently 4/5 Stars.
 2
Review Date: 11/7/2007


This book was turned into a Lifetime movie years ago but haven't seen it in a while. The book is based upon a man and his three children who are stranded on the Alaskan coast/wilderness after their sailboat sinks. They must survive for a month on sheer will and tough decisions. The book is a gut wrenching true story written by the man who survived it.


The Boys of Winter : The Untold Story of a Coach, a Dream, and the 1980 U.S. Olympic Hockey Team
Review Date: 4/28/2009
Helpful Score: 2


This is a great look at the Olympic Hockey team of 1980. The past and futures of the players are intertwined with commentary of the game. Includes comments from Russian players and their observations that day. Great for those interested in learning about what the players are doing now and how they got to be where they were in Feb. 1980. Fantastic read!


The Bush Survival Bible: 250 Ways to Make it Through the Next Four Years Without Misunderestimating the Dangers Ahead, and Other Subliminable Stategeries
Review Date: 8/3/2007


Very Funny! Only a short time left to "survive" but worth it for the laughs.


The End (A Series of Unfortunate Events, Bk 13)
The End (A Series of Unfortunate Events, Bk 13)
Author: Lemony Snicket
Book Type: Hardcover
  • Currently 3.9/5 Stars.
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Review Date: 12/12/2007


Great ending, but lots of loose ends still. Don't forget to check the back of the book. There is an additional chapter (14) that you could miss if you are not paying attention.


Everyone Worth Knowing
Everyone Worth Knowing
Author: Lauren Weisberger
Book Type: Mass Market Paperback
  • Currently 3.7/5 Stars.
 394
Review Date: 11/7/2007


Great book that will make every woman laugh! One woman's fictional story but could be any of us in today's workforce. Just what will you do to be successful at your job?


The Flamboya Tree: Memories of a Mother's Wartime Courage
The Flamboya Tree: Memories of a Mother's Wartime Courage
Author: Clara Kelly
Book Type: Hardcover
  • Currently 3.8/5 Stars.
 2
Review Date: 8/3/2007
Helpful Score: 1


This is a very moving book and as a new mother I appreciated all that this mother had to do to keep her children alive. I can't even imagine the hardships. The book is a relatively quick and easy read. I would have like to have seen it developed more. Its told through the eyes of one of the children ( now much older ) so some stories are vague. A must read about a forgotten part of history.


Foder's How to Pack: Experts Share Their Secrets
Foder's How to Pack: Experts Share Their Secrets
Author: Laurel Cardone
Book Type: Mass Market Paperback
  • Currently 4/5 Stars.
 2
Review Date: 8/3/2007


One of those books you never think you need...but really useful ideas!


Guests of the Emperor
Guests of the Emperor
Author: Janice Young Brooks
Book Type: Paperback
  • Currently 4.4/5 Stars.
 5
Review Date: 11/7/2007


The true story of American, British and Dutch women taken prisoner during WWII by the Japanese in Southeast Asia. A little known piece of history which will envelop your interest and break your heart.


Mini-Shopaholic (Shopaholic, Bk 6)
Mini-Shopaholic (Shopaholic, Bk 6)
Author: Sophie Kinsella
Book Type: Hardcover
  • Currently 3.8/5 Stars.
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Review Date: 10/3/2010
Helpful Score: 1


Love it! Sophie Kinsella really knows how to write a comedic book. Great flow and really holds your interest. I love her Rebecca Bloomwood/Brandon character and she leaves us knowing there will be more to come. The only sad thing about this book is that it ended!


Wicked (Wicked Years, Bk 1)
Wicked (Wicked Years, Bk 1)
Author: Gregory Maguire
Book Type: Paperback
  • Currently 3.3/5 Stars.
 3599
Review Date: 9/13/2007
Helpful Score: 24


This book is great. Be prepared that it will not follow your idea of "Oz" with respect to the movie. There are definate "religious" and political undertones. However it will capture your imagination and you won't be able to put it down.


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