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Review Date: 2/21/2019
Entering her forties at a time of personal reinvention, author Jennifer Lourie looks back on her journey across Europe, South America, the Middle East and the United States, relating adventures, friendships and the loves of her life.
Candid and hilarious, heartbreaking and inspiring, this book taught me to look for joy in every moment and to never lose hope, because you never know what can happen next.
Forgive the occasional grammatical misstep and immerse yourself in the world of a talented storyteller with an eye for detail who recalls a truly extraordinary life, providing the reader with the sights and sounds of faraway places and the emotional impact of each experience.
Whether you devour it at once or savor it like a fine meal, âAlone in the Backseatâ deserves a place by your bedside or on your bookshelf.
Candid and hilarious, heartbreaking and inspiring, this book taught me to look for joy in every moment and to never lose hope, because you never know what can happen next.
Forgive the occasional grammatical misstep and immerse yourself in the world of a talented storyteller with an eye for detail who recalls a truly extraordinary life, providing the reader with the sights and sounds of faraway places and the emotional impact of each experience.
Whether you devour it at once or savor it like a fine meal, âAlone in the Backseatâ deserves a place by your bedside or on your bookshelf.
Review Date: 9/1/2018
It got off to a slow start but got better toward the end. Spicer comes across as credible, knowledgeable and professional--a political insider (and true conservative) who adheres to a personal code of ethics.
I found my own perspective somewhat shifted by his recollections and insights regarding the present-day relationship between the media and the administration. I'm now inclined to agree with him that too much emphasis is given to "palace intrigue," that reporters seek to become the first to break a story (or non-story), and that they do not hold themselves and each other truly accountable for errors and omissions.
As for the book itself, Spicer often employs odd sentence structure, has several glaring errors (a reference to Pres. Obama in 1999--I think he meant 2009--as well as a misspelling of Lara Trump's first name), shifts in tense, and a convoluted way of storytelling.
If you're choosing between this one and "A Higher Loyalty" by James Comey, go with the latter. It's better written, more compelling, and ultimately offers greater lasting value because of its extensive discussion of what is (and isn't) ethical leadership.
Still, I'm glad I read this one.
I found my own perspective somewhat shifted by his recollections and insights regarding the present-day relationship between the media and the administration. I'm now inclined to agree with him that too much emphasis is given to "palace intrigue," that reporters seek to become the first to break a story (or non-story), and that they do not hold themselves and each other truly accountable for errors and omissions.
As for the book itself, Spicer often employs odd sentence structure, has several glaring errors (a reference to Pres. Obama in 1999--I think he meant 2009--as well as a misspelling of Lara Trump's first name), shifts in tense, and a convoluted way of storytelling.
If you're choosing between this one and "A Higher Loyalty" by James Comey, go with the latter. It's better written, more compelling, and ultimately offers greater lasting value because of its extensive discussion of what is (and isn't) ethical leadership.
Still, I'm glad I read this one.
Review Date: 2/7/2011
Accessible and easy to read, this book comprises basic explanation and legal advice relevant to small business owners of all kinds, not just within the construction industry. From contracts to insurance, commercial leases to employment law, this book provides a good general foundation for the business owner. Highly recommended.
Review Date: 12/16/2012
Compelling characters and a strong plot, marred by average writing and poor editing. The author uses present tense for the majority of the book, which slowed me down and took some getting used to. I did grow to care deeply for the characters, all of whom were memorable. This is a story of love and desire among men and women who are drawn together through chance meetings.
Additional appeal for people who love Tucson, AZ as the setting and descriptions are very accurate.
Additional appeal for people who love Tucson, AZ as the setting and descriptions are very accurate.
Dot Dead: A Silicon Valley Mystery (Silicon Valley Mysteries (Paperback))
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Review Date: 5/31/2018
Eichlers. The Dish. Tony & Alba's pizza. Foothills Park. The Quad. A high-tech Board of Directors meeting. Oh, and a delightful murder mystery with romance and intrigue to boot.
A truly enjoyable read, especially for those familiar with Palo Alto.
A truly enjoyable read, especially for those familiar with Palo Alto.
Review Date: 6/16/2008
A fast and fun read from Mr. Koontz. Starts off with a bang, pauses in the middle for plot and character development, then finishes off with a great showdown! Very entertaining read.
Review Date: 6/28/2010
Angela Choi's debut novel blows apart the stereotype of Asian-American women as docile "Hello Kitties." Her deeply cynical, completely irreverent protagonist frees herself from a life of arranged dates and embraces a childhood friend whose adult hobby happens to be serial murder. Choi offers a rich and hilarious satire in which no topic is safe from criticism, be it funerals, virginity, corporate law firms, Asian cultural traditions, or societal standards of beauty and propriety. Well-written with razor-sharp dialogue that pulls the reader in. Highly recommended!
Review Date: 5/30/2018
This is a powerful and inspiring book. Comey presents himself as a thoughtful person prone to introspection and healthy self-doubt. He relates stories of ethical leaders who influenced him, and contrasts them with experiences of other leaders who did not meet that standard.
The story of Bob Mueller urging Comey to retell a joke to Dubya and Cheney is a gem.
The story of Bob Mueller urging Comey to retell a joke to Dubya and Cheney is a gem.
Review Date: 4/21/2009
Are you interested in writing a book? Here is a quick and simple guide to take you through the entire process. From choosing your topic, to outlining your table of contents, to structuring your time to write quickly and effectively, the author lays out a proven process for successful authoring and publishing. This is a must read for someone who has an unfinished manuscript, or someone who'd like a general overview of the writing and publishing process. The knowledge is imparted in simple and clear terms, with relevant examples.
Highly recommended!
Highly recommended!
Review Date: 12/12/2009
Fast-paced action sequences and a fun read. Worthy fare for Tomb Raider fans.
Review Date: 8/7/2011
From the back cover:
A SKEPTIC'S BOOK
The folks at the seance hung on Tricia Mumford's every word. They were believers. Everybody except Roger Kant: He was a skeptic. He didn't believe in psychic phenomena, and he especially didn't believe in Tricia Mumford, the word-famous trance medium. Roger made a career of debunking fakes like Tricia; now he'd have a field day. He'd write a book, exposing her trickery. He'd speak on the radio, too. He'd tell the truth...
A WRITER'S BLOCK
Then the violent headaches began--the small accidents--the nightmares--the horrific visions. Roger the skeptic shrugged it all off as mere coincidence; maybe he'd been working too hard. Then he started getting panic attacks when he spoke on the radio. And he couldn't write a word...
Someone--something, was determined to teach Roger Kant just what was real and what wasn't. The hard way. And the lessons were just beginning...
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Fast-paced and visceral, with a dash of mystery and sensuality, this is a highly entertaining read about a man's journey toward his own doom.
A SKEPTIC'S BOOK
The folks at the seance hung on Tricia Mumford's every word. They were believers. Everybody except Roger Kant: He was a skeptic. He didn't believe in psychic phenomena, and he especially didn't believe in Tricia Mumford, the word-famous trance medium. Roger made a career of debunking fakes like Tricia; now he'd have a field day. He'd write a book, exposing her trickery. He'd speak on the radio, too. He'd tell the truth...
A WRITER'S BLOCK
Then the violent headaches began--the small accidents--the nightmares--the horrific visions. Roger the skeptic shrugged it all off as mere coincidence; maybe he'd been working too hard. Then he started getting panic attacks when he spoke on the radio. And he couldn't write a word...
Someone--something, was determined to teach Roger Kant just what was real and what wasn't. The hard way. And the lessons were just beginning...
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Fast-paced and visceral, with a dash of mystery and sensuality, this is a highly entertaining read about a man's journey toward his own doom.
Review Date: 10/27/2019
If you have an interest in politics and have found value in any of the following:
"The Celestine Prophecy" by James Redfield
"A New Earth" by Eckhart Tolle
"The Secret" by Rhonda Byrne
I highly recommend Marianne Williamson's "A Politics of Love."
She will not be the Democratic nominee, but I wish someone with her point of view had a seat at the table. Just like putting a forest fire out does little to prevent future fires, conventional political strategy does little to address the root causes of division in our country. This was a refreshing and ultimately hopeful dive into our history as Americans, the challenges we face, and a way in which we can emerge from darkness into light.
"The Celestine Prophecy" by James Redfield
"A New Earth" by Eckhart Tolle
"The Secret" by Rhonda Byrne
I highly recommend Marianne Williamson's "A Politics of Love."
She will not be the Democratic nominee, but I wish someone with her point of view had a seat at the table. Just like putting a forest fire out does little to prevent future fires, conventional political strategy does little to address the root causes of division in our country. This was a refreshing and ultimately hopeful dive into our history as Americans, the challenges we face, and a way in which we can emerge from darkness into light.
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