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Duma Key Review - A Look Into Stephen King's Novel
I've recently finished reading the new novel by Stephen King called Duma Key. I wanted to write this short review about Duma Key to share with you what I feel about it. Duma Key is a novel which portrays the strengths of Stephen King's writing over the years.
I've recently finished reading the new novel by Stephen King called Duma Key. I wanted to write this short review about Duma Key to share with you what I feel about it. Duma Key is a novel which portrays the strengths of Stephen King's writing over the years.
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Duma Key Review - A Look Into Stephen King's Novel
I've recently finished reading the new novel by Stephen King called Duma Key. I wanted to write this short review about Duma Key to share with you what I feel about it. Duma Key is a novel which portrays the strengths of Stephen King's writing over the years.
I've recently finished reading the new novel by Stephen King called Duma Key. I wanted to write this short review about Duma Key to share with you what I feel about it. Duma Key is a novel which portrays the strengths of Stephen King's writing over the years.
Book Review of Ecumensus
If you knew we were on the verge of a shift of consciousness, what would you do? Would you be a part of it? Would you hide from the change?
If you knew we were on the verge of a shift of consciousness, what would you do? Would you be a part of it? Would you hide from the change?
The South by Colm Toibin
The South by Colm Toibin is an intense, though fitful chronicle of a woman's life, a life as yet incomplete. It presents a patchwork of detail amidst vast tracts of unknown, like a painting that has a suggestion of complete outline interspersed with patches of intricate detail. Thus, eventually, we know some amazing things about Katherine Proctor and we have shared much of her life.
The South by Colm Toibin is an intense, though fitful chronicle of a woman's life, a life as yet incomplete. It presents a patchwork of detail amidst vast tracts of unknown, like a painting that has a suggestion of complete outline interspersed with patches of intricate detail. Thus, eventually, we know some amazing things about Katherine Proctor and we have shared much of her life.
The Heart of the Country by Fay Weldon
The Heart Of The Country scrapes through the surface of a rural idyll to reveal people doing what people do. In a rural English setting, we find a caricature of modern British society and its inter-relationships.
The Heart Of The Country scrapes through the surface of a rural idyll to reveal people doing what people do. In a rural English setting, we find a caricature of modern British society and its inter-relationships.
The Clinton Diaries
Consider, if you would, what were the private thoughts of Bill Clinton as he faced the charges related to his relationship with Monica Lewinsky. The Clinton Diaries fictionalized those personal thoughts and the dialogue while the overall story is based upon extensive research of the major incident in US History. Well written and thoroughly believable.
Consider, if you would, what were the private thoughts of Bill Clinton as he faced the charges related to his relationship with Monica Lewinsky. The Clinton Diaries fictionalized those personal thoughts and the dialogue while the overall story is based upon extensive research of the major incident in US History. Well written and thoroughly believable.
Webs of Power - A Powerful Drama!
Webs of Power is a work of fiction; however, if you happen to fill a high-level position in some corporate hierarchy, you may think you're reading a story about your own company! Darlene Quinn has done an excellent job in taking readers into the fast-paced and sometimes terror-filled world of high finance and corporate takeovers. This time, for department stores, in the late 1980s.
Webs of Power is a work of fiction; however, if you happen to fill a high-level position in some corporate hierarchy, you may think you're reading a story about your own company! Darlene Quinn has done an excellent job in taking readers into the fast-paced and sometimes terror-filled world of high finance and corporate takeovers. This time, for department stores, in the late 1980s.
Book Review For "Push Not the River"
"Push Not the River" is a gripping tale of love and loss, not just on a personal scale, but on a national scale, as the Polish nation is finally taken over by the Russians in 1794. "Push Not the River," is a story based on the Countess Anna Maria Berezowska's diary which she kept from 1791-1794.
"Push Not the River" is a gripping tale of love and loss, not just on a personal scale, but on a national scale, as the Polish nation is finally taken over by the Russians in 1794. "Push Not the River," is a story based on the Countess Anna Maria Berezowska's diary which she kept from 1791-1794.
Please Sir, There's a Snake in the Art Room by Keith Geddes
A prep school headmaster exchanges Twickenham, London for Ngong, Nairobi. Kenya provides new, different challenges.
A prep school headmaster exchanges Twickenham, London for Ngong, Nairobi. Kenya provides new, different challenges.
The Decade of Blind Dates by Richard Alther Book Review
Peter Bauman is a gay, divorced painter. Now, at the age of 45, he is looking for someone to be his soul mate.
Peter Bauman is a gay, divorced painter. Now, at the age of 45, he is looking for someone to be his soul mate.
Sea of Poppies - The Great Tale of High Sea Adventures
Penguin Books India, one of the most famous publishers in India, has indeed added a glorious literary feather to its already shiny image by publishing this book of marvelously multidimensional proportions. The literary audience was delighted when the book was published-in fact it has been one of the most impatiently awaited fiction book of the year-in June this year. Penguin sea of poppies is indeed a literary gem.
Penguin Books India, one of the most famous publishers in India, has indeed added a glorious literary feather to its already shiny image by publishing this book of marvelously multidimensional proportions. The literary audience was delighted when the book was published-in fact it has been one of the most impatiently awaited fiction book of the year-in June this year. Penguin sea of poppies is indeed a literary gem.
'A Fine Balance' by Rohinton Mistry
A long rambling tale, this is still a very readable book. Fatalistic and dour, but relieved by humour and insight. A work of genius.
A long rambling tale, this is still a very readable book. Fatalistic and dour, but relieved by humour and insight. A work of genius.
The Novels of Sharon Kay Penman - Historical Fiction Par Excellence
During one of my trawls through the used booksellers was the joy of discovering Sharon Kay Penman's historical fiction novels of early medieval England and Wales. For lovers of medieval history, these are a must.
During one of my trawls through the used booksellers was the joy of discovering Sharon Kay Penman's historical fiction novels of early medieval England and Wales. For lovers of medieval history, these are a must.
'A Fine Balance' by Rohinton Mistry
A long rambling tale, this is still a very readable book. Fatalistic and dour, but relieved by humour and insight. A work of genius.
A long rambling tale, this is still a very readable book. Fatalistic and dour, but relieved by humour and insight. A work of genius.
You Suck - A Love Story Book Review
You Suck: A Love Story tells the classic tale of two vampires in love, but it's not your average vampire tale. Grocery store night-clerk, Thomas C. Flood wakes up to find himself turned into a vampire by his girlfriend, Jody.
You Suck: A Love Story tells the classic tale of two vampires in love, but it's not your average vampire tale. Grocery store night-clerk, Thomas C. Flood wakes up to find himself turned into a vampire by his girlfriend, Jody.
Mistress of the Art of Death Audio Book Review
Set in England during the reign of Henry II, Mistress of the Art of Death is an historical crime novel. In 1171 in Cambridge there have been a series of murders of children.
Set in England during the reign of Henry II, Mistress of the Art of Death is an historical crime novel. In 1171 in Cambridge there have been a series of murders of children.
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Duma Key Review - A Look Into Stephen King's Novel
I've recently finished reading the new novel by Stephen King called Duma Key. I wanted to write this short review about Duma Key to share with you what I feel about it. Duma Key is a novel which portrays the strengths of Stephen King's writing over the years.
I've recently finished reading the new novel by Stephen King called Duma Key. I wanted to write this short review about Duma Key to share with you what I feel about it. Duma Key is a novel which portrays the strengths of Stephen King's writing over the years.
Book Review of Ecumensus
If you knew we were on the verge of a shift of consciousness, what would you do? Would you be a part of it? Would you hide from the change?
If you knew we were on the verge of a shift of consciousness, what would you do? Would you be a part of it? Would you hide from the change?
The South by Colm Toibin
The South by Colm Toibin is an intense, though fitful chronicle of a woman's life, a life as yet incomplete. It presents a patchwork of detail amidst vast tracts of unknown, like a painting that has a suggestion of complete outline interspersed with patches of intricate detail. Thus, eventually, we know some amazing things about Katherine Proctor and we have shared much of her life.
The South by Colm Toibin is an intense, though fitful chronicle of a woman's life, a life as yet incomplete. It presents a patchwork of detail amidst vast tracts of unknown, like a painting that has a suggestion of complete outline interspersed with patches of intricate detail. Thus, eventually, we know some amazing things about Katherine Proctor and we have shared much of her life.
The Heart of the Country by Fay Weldon
The Heart Of The Country scrapes through the surface of a rural idyll to reveal people doing what people do. In a rural English setting, we find a caricature of modern British society and its inter-relationships.
The Heart Of The Country scrapes through the surface of a rural idyll to reveal people doing what people do. In a rural English setting, we find a caricature of modern British society and its inter-relationships.
The Clinton Diaries
Consider, if you would, what were the private thoughts of Bill Clinton as he faced the charges related to his relationship with Monica Lewinsky. The Clinton Diaries fictionalized those personal thoughts and the dialogue while the overall story is based upon extensive research of the major incident in US History. Well written and thoroughly believable.
Consider, if you would, what were the private thoughts of Bill Clinton as he faced the charges related to his relationship with Monica Lewinsky. The Clinton Diaries fictionalized those personal thoughts and the dialogue while the overall story is based upon extensive research of the major incident in US History. Well written and thoroughly believable.
Webs of Power - A Powerful Drama!
Webs of Power is a work of fiction; however, if you happen to fill a high-level position in some corporate hierarchy, you may think you're reading a story about your own company! Darlene Quinn has done an excellent job in taking readers into the fast-paced and sometimes terror-filled world of high finance and corporate takeovers. This time, for department stores, in the late 1980s.
Webs of Power is a work of fiction; however, if you happen to fill a high-level position in some corporate hierarchy, you may think you're reading a story about your own company! Darlene Quinn has done an excellent job in taking readers into the fast-paced and sometimes terror-filled world of high finance and corporate takeovers. This time, for department stores, in the late 1980s.
Book Review For "Push Not the River"
"Push Not the River" is a gripping tale of love and loss, not just on a personal scale, but on a national scale, as the Polish nation is finally taken over by the Russians in 1794. "Push Not the River," is a story based on the Countess Anna Maria Berezowska's diary which she kept from 1791-1794.
"Push Not the River" is a gripping tale of love and loss, not just on a personal scale, but on a national scale, as the Polish nation is finally taken over by the Russians in 1794. "Push Not the River," is a story based on the Countess Anna Maria Berezowska's diary which she kept from 1791-1794.
Please Sir, There's a Snake in the Art Room by Keith Geddes
A prep school headmaster exchanges Twickenham, London for Ngong, Nairobi. Kenya provides new, different challenges.
A prep school headmaster exchanges Twickenham, London for Ngong, Nairobi. Kenya provides new, different challenges.
The Decade of Blind Dates by Richard Alther Book Review
Peter Bauman is a gay, divorced painter. Now, at the age of 45, he is looking for someone to be his soul mate.
Peter Bauman is a gay, divorced painter. Now, at the age of 45, he is looking for someone to be his soul mate.
Sea of Poppies - The Great Tale of High Sea Adventures
Penguin Books India, one of the most famous publishers in India, has indeed added a glorious literary feather to its already shiny image by publishing this book of marvelously multidimensional proportions. The literary audience was delighted when the book was published-in fact it has been one of the most impatiently awaited fiction book of the year-in June this year. Penguin sea of poppies is indeed a literary gem.
Penguin Books India, one of the most famous publishers in India, has indeed added a glorious literary feather to its already shiny image by publishing this book of marvelously multidimensional proportions. The literary audience was delighted when the book was published-in fact it has been one of the most impatiently awaited fiction book of the year-in June this year. Penguin sea of poppies is indeed a literary gem.
'A Fine Balance' by Rohinton Mistry
A long rambling tale, this is still a very readable book. Fatalistic and dour, but relieved by humour and insight. A work of genius.
A long rambling tale, this is still a very readable book. Fatalistic and dour, but relieved by humour and insight. A work of genius.
The Novels of Sharon Kay Penman - Historical Fiction Par Excellence
During one of my trawls through the used booksellers was the joy of discovering Sharon Kay Penman's historical fiction novels of early medieval England and Wales. For lovers of medieval history, these are a must.
During one of my trawls through the used booksellers was the joy of discovering Sharon Kay Penman's historical fiction novels of early medieval England and Wales. For lovers of medieval history, these are a must.
'A Fine Balance' by Rohinton Mistry
A long rambling tale, this is still a very readable book. Fatalistic and dour, but relieved by humour and insight. A work of genius.
A long rambling tale, this is still a very readable book. Fatalistic and dour, but relieved by humour and insight. A work of genius.
You Suck - A Love Story Book Review
You Suck: A Love Story tells the classic tale of two vampires in love, but it's not your average vampire tale. Grocery store night-clerk, Thomas C. Flood wakes up to find himself turned into a vampire by his girlfriend, Jody.
You Suck: A Love Story tells the classic tale of two vampires in love, but it's not your average vampire tale. Grocery store night-clerk, Thomas C. Flood wakes up to find himself turned into a vampire by his girlfriend, Jody.
Mistress of the Art of Death Audio Book Review
Set in England during the reign of Henry II, Mistress of the Art of Death is an historical crime novel. In 1171 in Cambridge there have been a series of murders of children.
Set in England during the reign of Henry II, Mistress of the Art of Death is an historical crime novel. In 1171 in Cambridge there have been a series of murders of children.
Anansi Boys
In Neil Gaiman's Anansi Boys, Fat Charlie Nancy has a problem, several in fact. It all started when his father died and he met his long-lost brother. By whispering to a spider, Fat Charlie's brother, Spider, comes to visit and finds that he likes his brother's life so much, he's going to take over. See, their recently deceased father, Anansi, was a god, and his children aren't entirely average humans.
In Neil Gaiman's Anansi Boys, Fat Charlie Nancy has a problem, several in fact. It all started when his father died and he met his long-lost brother. By whispering to a spider, Fat Charlie's brother, Spider, comes to visit and finds that he likes his brother's life so much, he's going to take over. See, their recently deceased father, Anansi, was a god, and his children aren't entirely average humans.
The Giver Book Review
The world presented in The Giver is a perfect world - no pain, no fear, no choices. Every citizen is assigned their role, and everyone is happy. When Jonas, the main character, turns twelve, he awaits his assignment, wondering which career he is destined to perform.
The world presented in The Giver is a perfect world - no pain, no fear, no choices. Every citizen is assigned their role, and everyone is happy. When Jonas, the main character, turns twelve, he awaits his assignment, wondering which career he is destined to perform.
Animal Farm Book Review
George Orwell's Animal Farm may seem rather simple on the surface - the story of a Manor Farm's animals taking over and kicking out their oppressive farmer - but it's also an allegorical tale. Orwell is illustrating his own thoughts on Soviet Communism.
George Orwell's Animal Farm may seem rather simple on the surface - the story of a Manor Farm's animals taking over and kicking out their oppressive farmer - but it's also an allegorical tale. Orwell is illustrating his own thoughts on Soviet Communism.
Never Let Me Go by Kazuo Ishiguro
Never Let Me go by Kazuo Ishiguro explores the lives of people born not to live. It is a sensitive, ultimately credible dystopia.
Never Let Me go by Kazuo Ishiguro explores the lives of people born not to live. It is a sensitive, ultimately credible dystopia.
Waterland (1983) - Graham Swift
I think that it's a given that we are sum of our own experiences. But, of course, we are also dependent to some degree on our parents' experiences, without which we would not have gotten our start in life, and by which we are heavily influenced in our early years. And thus they were dependent upon their parents' experiences, and, consequently, so are we. Also, we are the sum of our parent's genes, and they of their parents' genes, and so on, ad infinitum.
I think that it's a given that we are sum of our own experiences. But, of course, we are also dependent to some degree on our parents' experiences, without which we would not have gotten our start in life, and by which we are heavily influenced in our early years. And thus they were dependent upon their parents' experiences, and, consequently, so are we. Also, we are the sum of our parent's genes, and they of their parents' genes, and so on, ad infinitum.
Five Helpings of Drama With a Dash of Sass - "Baby Daddy Drama - Let the Games Begin" Reviewed
A freshman in the ranks of the urban pulp fiction genre, A.G. Fielder's debut novel simply entitled "Baby Daddy Drama: Let the Games Begin" is quickly turning heads and sparking chatter around office water coolers. The book chronicles the lives of five thirty-something women whose lives only intersect when it comes to the myriad of antics drummed up by the fathers of their children.
A freshman in the ranks of the urban pulp fiction genre, A.G. Fielder's debut novel simply entitled "Baby Daddy Drama: Let the Games Begin" is quickly turning heads and sparking chatter around office water coolers. The book chronicles the lives of five thirty-something women whose lives only intersect when it comes to the myriad of antics drummed up by the fathers of their children.
Trainspotting (1993) - Irvine Welsh
A person without hope is little more than an animal. With no ability to see the future, the present is all that there is. There are no rules. The word consequence is not in their vocabulary. Theft, violence, drugs (legal and illegal), casual sex; when there is no tomorrow, anything goes.
A person without hope is little more than an animal. With no ability to see the future, the present is all that there is. There are no rules. The word consequence is not in their vocabulary. Theft, violence, drugs (legal and illegal), casual sex; when there is no tomorrow, anything goes.
Overtaken (2003) - Alexei Sayle
Alexei Sayle's first novel since 1984's Train to Hell comes as something of a pleasant surprise. His short fiction, whilst being thoroughly enjoyable, and of a patchily high standard, didn't really fill me with enthusiasm for his writing in a longer format.
Alexei Sayle's first novel since 1984's Train to Hell comes as something of a pleasant surprise. His short fiction, whilst being thoroughly enjoyable, and of a patchily high standard, didn't really fill me with enthusiasm for his writing in a longer format.
Death And Honor By W.E.B. Griffin
In Death and Honor by W.E.B. Griffin, he begins his tale in 1943 where Argentina and Germany is filled with espionage of World War II. There is plenty of action and romance to gratify Griffin's many fans of his first four novels in the same series.
In Death and Honor by W.E.B. Griffin, he begins his tale in 1943 where Argentina and Germany is filled with espionage of World War II. There is plenty of action and romance to gratify Griffin's many fans of his first four novels in the same series.
The Secret of Lucianne Dove - A Beautifully Written Ghost Story!
An enticing cover, a little mystery, a ghost or two, excellent writing and a storyline that keeps you turning pages. This and more can be found in The Secret of Lucianne Dove!
An enticing cover, a little mystery, a ghost or two, excellent writing and a storyline that keeps you turning pages. This and more can be found in The Secret of Lucianne Dove!
Book Review For "Case of the Missing Coach"
Zabel's youth filled adventure/mystery novel, "Case of the Missing Coach," challengers readers to solve the case right along with the main character, Ryan. It's fun, harrowing at times, but the reader can't deny Ryan's - or Zabel's - love of baseball which shines through the novel. It's a solid, youth story that all can enjoy.
Zabel's youth filled adventure/mystery novel, "Case of the Missing Coach," challengers readers to solve the case right along with the main character, Ryan. It's fun, harrowing at times, but the reader can't deny Ryan's - or Zabel's - love of baseball which shines through the novel. It's a solid, youth story that all can enjoy.
Debut Book "Every Day Life" Finally Tells Us All Like it Is
This book is the most important piece of Black Literature since Lorraine Hansberry's "A Raisin in the sun" and just as important to Hip-Hop as The SugarHill Gang's "Rapper's delight." It invites those tired of Black Harlequins to try something different. It also invites you to Be Real because Reparations to African-Americans are not coming any time soon.
This book is the most important piece of Black Literature since Lorraine Hansberry's "A Raisin in the sun" and just as important to Hip-Hop as The SugarHill Gang's "Rapper's delight." It invites those tired of Black Harlequins to try something different. It also invites you to Be Real because Reparations to African-Americans are not coming any time soon.
Kalpa Imperial by Angelica Gorodischer, Translated by Ursula K LeGuin - A Little Known Gem
Angelica Gorodischer may be extremely famous in Argentina, but to me it was the name of Ursula K. LeGuin that made me start reading. By the time I finished "Kalpa Imperial" I was ready to seek out more from Ms. Gorodischer-so if anyone is working on a translation hurry it up!
Angelica Gorodischer may be extremely famous in Argentina, but to me it was the name of Ursula K. LeGuin that made me start reading. By the time I finished "Kalpa Imperial" I was ready to seek out more from Ms. Gorodischer-so if anyone is working on a translation hurry it up!
June 2508 by James Bhumi - A Strong New Voice Has Emerged in Speculative Fiction
The scientific developments in this book feel possible. They seem to be logical if frequently surprising results of research that is being performed today. Certainly it is difficult to predict with any accuracy what direction may be taken as gifted students and scientists study new concepts; just look at what's happened in the last 500 years to get an idea of what might change. Yet despite a number of paradigm shifts over that time our science today at least has its roots in the science of 1508. A look at history can be one of the best ways of understanding our current situation, be we looking at politics, military capability, environmental issues, or virtually any other topic.
The scientific developments in this book feel possible. They seem to be logical if frequently surprising results of research that is being performed today. Certainly it is difficult to predict with any accuracy what direction may be taken as gifted students and scientists study new concepts; just look at what's happened in the last 500 years to get an idea of what might change. Yet despite a number of paradigm shifts over that time our science today at least has its roots in the science of 1508. A look at history can be one of the best ways of understanding our current situation, be we looking at politics, military capability, environmental issues, or virtually any other topic.
A Different Reading Experience
The outside world holds little interest to Littluns. It's not that they don't know about such things and what goes on out there. On the contrary, they know very well about the chaos and discord and will have nothing to do with it.
The outside world holds little interest to Littluns. It's not that they don't know about such things and what goes on out there. On the contrary, they know very well about the chaos and discord and will have nothing to do with it.
Book Review - Exit 22 by P M Terrell
As a result of an automobile accident at Exit 22 on Interstate 95 in North Carolina Christopher Sandige a political strategist becomes involved with an enigmatic and beautiful woman, Brenda. Although Brenda is involved in secret operations and personally knows the murder victims, Chris is attracted to her and cannot bring himself to turn her in to the police. Chris, himself, becomes a suspect in a double homicide, and an oil company scam, that involves top leadership in Washington D.C.
As a result of an automobile accident at Exit 22 on Interstate 95 in North Carolina Christopher Sandige a political strategist becomes involved with an enigmatic and beautiful woman, Brenda. Although Brenda is involved in secret operations and personally knows the murder victims, Chris is attracted to her and cannot bring himself to turn her in to the police. Chris, himself, becomes a suspect in a double homicide, and an oil company scam, that involves top leadership in Washington D.C.
Boy Imperturbe by Andrew Nardo
An unforgettable novel about a young boy who uses his imagination to escape the reality of his surroundings. This work, by a new and extremely talented author, has a gripping storyline that will captivate readers of all ages.
An unforgettable novel about a young boy who uses his imagination to escape the reality of his surroundings. This work, by a new and extremely talented author, has a gripping storyline that will captivate readers of all ages.
Book Review For "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows"
In this last installment of the series, Harry, along with his friends, Ron and Hermione, are in pursuit of Voldemort's horcruxes, determined to destroy them before Harry confronts the Dark Lord for the last time. The book starts out with Harry at the Dursleys, and it's surprising, yet pleasant, to see how Dudley has matured along with Harry.
In this last installment of the series, Harry, along with his friends, Ron and Hermione, are in pursuit of Voldemort's horcruxes, determined to destroy them before Harry confronts the Dark Lord for the last time. The book starts out with Harry at the Dursleys, and it's surprising, yet pleasant, to see how Dudley has matured along with Harry.
Book Review For "The Thirteenth Tale"
Diane Setterfield weaves a gothic tale that is eerie, fascinating, and utterly compelling. World famous author, Vida Winter seeks out an amateur biographer, Margaret Lea to finally tell her true life story to the world.
Diane Setterfield weaves a gothic tale that is eerie, fascinating, and utterly compelling. World famous author, Vida Winter seeks out an amateur biographer, Margaret Lea to finally tell her true life story to the world.
English is a Bloody Nightmare, Isn't It?
- A Review for A Concise Chinese-English Dictionary for Lovers. About one third into Guo Xiaolu's novel A Concise Chinese-English Dictionary for Lovers, a man at an English pub says to the confused protagonist, a young Chinese woman named Z, "English is a bloody nightmare, isn't it?" Yet the author, who writes in her second language, is capable of turning a nightmare into muse. Have you ever talked to someone who did not speak your language very well and wondered about their innermost thoughts?
- A Review for A Concise Chinese-English Dictionary for Lovers. About one third into Guo Xiaolu's novel A Concise Chinese-English Dictionary for Lovers, a man at an English pub says to the confused protagonist, a young Chinese woman named Z, "English is a bloody nightmare, isn't it?" Yet the author, who writes in her second language, is capable of turning a nightmare into muse. Have you ever talked to someone who did not speak your language very well and wondered about their innermost thoughts?
What Harry Potter Could Have Learned From Hamlet
Despite my best intentions, I have occasional brushes with popular culture. A few years ago, for example, I fell prey to the addictive tales of J. K. Rowling....
Despite my best intentions, I have occasional brushes with popular culture. A few years ago, for example, I fell prey to the addictive tales of J. K. Rowling....
Honeycomb by Israel Del Rio - Book Review
Having committed a redeeming act in a former life, a man is granted the gift to choose his next life by a spirit guide. From thousands of scrolls, he is asked to choose only five. Each scroll represents a life, and the man is allowed to view scenes from each. He must decide which life will be the best fit for him. He comes to realize each life is linked to the other four, just as in a honeycomb each section is connected to another, and at the same time, honey (love) is life's abundance.
Having committed a redeeming act in a former life, a man is granted the gift to choose his next life by a spirit guide. From thousands of scrolls, he is asked to choose only five. Each scroll represents a life, and the man is allowed to view scenes from each. He must decide which life will be the best fit for him. He comes to realize each life is linked to the other four, just as in a honeycomb each section is connected to another, and at the same time, honey (love) is life's abundance.
A Prince in Need - Book Two in the Myrridian Cycle by Debra Killeen - Book Review
Return to Myrridia where magic makes anything possible, even unique forms of murder. Mysterious villains kill a king and then seek his son's demise. They can even plant evil in a person's mind so it can trigger another's death. Excitement builds as an unlikely duke and his friends fight to save their sovereign in Debra Killeen's "A Prince in Need: Book Two in the Myrridian Cycle."
Return to Myrridia where magic makes anything possible, even unique forms of murder. Mysterious villains kill a king and then seek his son's demise. They can even plant evil in a person's mind so it can trigger another's death. Excitement builds as an unlikely duke and his friends fight to save their sovereign in Debra Killeen's "A Prince in Need: Book Two in the Myrridian Cycle."
Perfect by PC McCullough
Perfect by PC McCullough describes what all too many "over 40" women live through. With a great cast of characters she describes what happens when a successful, long married woman realizes her life is just not what she wants it to be. Miranda Grant knows her 20 year marriage is failing.
Perfect by PC McCullough describes what all too many "over 40" women live through. With a great cast of characters she describes what happens when a successful, long married woman realizes her life is just not what she wants it to be. Miranda Grant knows her 20 year marriage is failing.
The Road by Cormac Mccarthy
I have finished reading one of the most gripping books I have ever read in my life. If anybody would have described the subject or given me a short synopsis of the book I would have passed it. I am talking about The Road by Cormac McCarthy.
I have finished reading one of the most gripping books I have ever read in my life. If anybody would have described the subject or given me a short synopsis of the book I would have passed it. I am talking about The Road by Cormac McCarthy.
The Ice Queen by Alice Hoffman
The Ice Queen is a perfect beach read; light, thoughtful and surprising. What surprised me about the book were the intriguing characters and plot twists. The characters were complicated; no one is black and white. Each of us has hidden parts that may shock those around us - "If they only knew..." we wonder silently.
The Ice Queen is a perfect beach read; light, thoughtful and surprising. What surprised me about the book were the intriguing characters and plot twists. The characters were complicated; no one is black and white. Each of us has hidden parts that may shock those around us - "If they only knew..." we wonder silently.
The Legend of Harry Potter
A young wizard armed with spells capable of causing mass destruction. A boy struggling to come to terms with his troubled past. A faithful person prepared to lay down his life for saving his friends. All these descriptions are applicable for Harry Potter, a character made immortal by the now legendary British author J.K. Rowling in a series of novels originally created for children.
A young wizard armed with spells capable of causing mass destruction. A boy struggling to come to terms with his troubled past. A faithful person prepared to lay down his life for saving his friends. All these descriptions are applicable for Harry Potter, a character made immortal by the now legendary British author J.K. Rowling in a series of novels originally created for children.
"I, Lucifer" by Glen Duncan - Book Review
In "I, Lucifer" by Glen Duncan, Lucifer gets a final chance to save his soul and gain his way back into heaven. To do this, Lucifer must live out the rest of his life in a human body, and when he dies a mortal death (however that life ends), if he has lived a life deserving of a seat in heaven, he will return to heaven in his angelic form. Lucifer is able to convince God to give him a one month "trial" in human form, and at the end of that month, he will decide whether to continue in human form, or to spend the rest of eternity in nothingness.
In "I, Lucifer" by Glen Duncan, Lucifer gets a final chance to save his soul and gain his way back into heaven. To do this, Lucifer must live out the rest of his life in a human body, and when he dies a mortal death (however that life ends), if he has lived a life deserving of a seat in heaven, he will return to heaven in his angelic form. Lucifer is able to convince God to give him a one month "trial" in human form, and at the end of that month, he will decide whether to continue in human form, or to spend the rest of eternity in nothingness.
"The Soul Thief" by Charles Baxter - Book Review
"The Soul Thief" by Charles Baxter is the story of how human interactions can deeply impact, and stick with someone over one's whole lifetime. Nathaniel Mason, with the exception of being a graduate student in New York, is indiscernible from everyone else. Essentially, he is a nobody. However, after one particular party, Nathaniel meets some interesting people, and begins to discover his own identity, but also risks losing it at the same time.
"The Soul Thief" by Charles Baxter is the story of how human interactions can deeply impact, and stick with someone over one's whole lifetime. Nathaniel Mason, with the exception of being a graduate student in New York, is indiscernible from everyone else. Essentially, he is a nobody. However, after one particular party, Nathaniel meets some interesting people, and begins to discover his own identity, but also risks losing it at the same time.
Dreaming About Genie
The word Genie was first used when France published a translation of "The Book of 1001 Nights". The Arabic Djinn was translated as "genie", the French word meaning a supernatural spirit. This word was picked up by the English translators, and so the word "Genie" entered our vocabulary. The phrase "Lost in Translation" becomes very appropriate here when one learns the original meaning of the word "Djinn".
The word Genie was first used when France published a translation of "The Book of 1001 Nights". The Arabic Djinn was translated as "genie", the French word meaning a supernatural spirit. This word was picked up by the English translators, and so the word "Genie" entered our vocabulary. The phrase "Lost in Translation" becomes very appropriate here when one learns the original meaning of the word "Djinn".
Warrior of Rome - Fire in the East by Harry Sidebottom
Treachery, sabotage, and bloody war... Warrior of Rome: Fire in the East is a story steeped in ancient Roman history. It is unsettled times and the empire is stretched to breakpoint. In typical bloodthirsty fashion, Rome is determined to keep its stranglehold on the known world.
Treachery, sabotage, and bloody war... Warrior of Rome: Fire in the East is a story steeped in ancient Roman history. It is unsettled times and the empire is stretched to breakpoint. In typical bloodthirsty fashion, Rome is determined to keep its stranglehold on the known world.
Rue De La Pompe - A Satiric Urban Fantasy by James Earle McCracken - Book Review
Celebrating his thirtieth birthday alone in Paris, American businessman Michael Whyte realizes it is entirely possible to live an unglamorous life in the world's most glamorous city. But an unexpected gift of formal wear followed by a party invitation from his eccentric neighbors sends him upon a strange quest for the first French franc-a coin said to be both incredibly valuable and capable of being a dangerous weapon. Michael tries to keep from taking sides in the debate about the franc's powers or getting involved in its search, but every time he steps outside his apartment, he finds that the quest is on. With a deaf-mute for a guide and an epistemologist for a mentor, Michael careens across Paris in his quest for the coin. James Earle McCracken's satire spares no one and nothing as he pokes fun at Japanese tourists, French restaurant menus, alligators discussing cheese, pacifist Dutchmen, and American culture shock. Both hilarious and introspective, "Rue de la Pompe" is a fast-paced ride through the City of Lights with a hapless American who is caught in an exhilarating journey of discovery.
Celebrating his thirtieth birthday alone in Paris, American businessman Michael Whyte realizes it is entirely possible to live an unglamorous life in the world's most glamorous city. But an unexpected gift of formal wear followed by a party invitation from his eccentric neighbors sends him upon a strange quest for the first French franc-a coin said to be both incredibly valuable and capable of being a dangerous weapon. Michael tries to keep from taking sides in the debate about the franc's powers or getting involved in its search, but every time he steps outside his apartment, he finds that the quest is on. With a deaf-mute for a guide and an epistemologist for a mentor, Michael careens across Paris in his quest for the coin. James Earle McCracken's satire spares no one and nothing as he pokes fun at Japanese tourists, French restaurant menus, alligators discussing cheese, pacifist Dutchmen, and American culture shock. Both hilarious and introspective, "Rue de la Pompe" is a fast-paced ride through the City of Lights with a hapless American who is caught in an exhilarating journey of discovery.
Eclipsed by Shadow by John Royce - Book Review
When Meagan Robert's horse, Promise, is born, everyone is interested in the special palomino, especially Ms. Bridgestone, who tells Meagan the legend of the Great Horse throughout history. Ms. Bridgestone believes Promise is the next in line of the Great Horses, but Meagan cannot believe it until crooked horse trainers attempt to steal Promise. Trying to protect her horse, Meagan mounts and is astonished when Promise sprouts wings and turns into "The Great Horse." Eclipsed by Shadow is Book I of III in the "Legend of the Great Horse" trilogy. The legend of the Great Horse is one of an angel who asked to serve mankind when Adam and Eve were cast from Eden.
When Meagan Robert's horse, Promise, is born, everyone is interested in the special palomino, especially Ms. Bridgestone, who tells Meagan the legend of the Great Horse throughout history. Ms. Bridgestone believes Promise is the next in line of the Great Horses, but Meagan cannot believe it until crooked horse trainers attempt to steal Promise. Trying to protect her horse, Meagan mounts and is astonished when Promise sprouts wings and turns into "The Great Horse." Eclipsed by Shadow is Book I of III in the "Legend of the Great Horse" trilogy. The legend of the Great Horse is one of an angel who asked to serve mankind when Adam and Eve were cast from Eden.
Fiction Books - Creating a New Sense of Enthusiasm in Readers
There is no shortage for the information and knowledge resources in this modern world. Among these resources, however only some of the resources are giving the correct information to people. In these, there is no better and perfect choice than books as they are maintaining their consistency in providing accurate information to their readers from the past many centuries.
There is no shortage for the information and knowledge resources in this modern world. Among these resources, however only some of the resources are giving the correct information to people. In these, there is no better and perfect choice than books as they are maintaining their consistency in providing accurate information to their readers from the past many centuries.
FNG (Revised Edition) by Donald Bodey - Book Review
This new edition of "F.N.G." is a revised and expanded version of the novel which won the 1986 Society of Midland Authors award. The novel's new frame focuses on Gabriel's grandson and his recruitment to serve in Iraq. Gabriel learned in Vietnam that war is hell, and he does not want his grandson to experience the same trauma. A few days before grandson Seth is to leave, Gabriel takes Seth hunting.
This new edition of "F.N.G." is a revised and expanded version of the novel which won the 1986 Society of Midland Authors award. The novel's new frame focuses on Gabriel's grandson and his recruitment to serve in Iraq. Gabriel learned in Vietnam that war is hell, and he does not want his grandson to experience the same trauma. A few days before grandson Seth is to leave, Gabriel takes Seth hunting.
Overtaken (2003) - Alexei Sayle
Alexei Sayle's first novel since 1984's Train to Hell comes as something of a pleasant surprise. His short fiction, whilst being thoroughly enjoyable, and of a patchily high standard, didn't really fill me with enthusiasm for his writing in a longer format.
Alexei Sayle's first novel since 1984's Train to Hell comes as something of a pleasant surprise. His short fiction, whilst being thoroughly enjoyable, and of a patchily high standard, didn't really fill me with enthusiasm for his writing in a longer format.
Book Review For "Against a Crimson Sky"
"Against a Crimson Sky" takes a gripping historical look at the final partition of Poland (1795), it's people, and tells the personal story of the Stelnickis. Martin uses a grand, sweeping style reminiscent of epic storytelling to paint a vivid picture of the era. "Against a Crimson Sky" is a book that can easily be visualized on the movie screen.
"Against a Crimson Sky" takes a gripping historical look at the final partition of Poland (1795), it's people, and tells the personal story of the Stelnickis. Martin uses a grand, sweeping style reminiscent of epic storytelling to paint a vivid picture of the era. "Against a Crimson Sky" is a book that can easily be visualized on the movie screen.
Book Review - Ravenstone
Archaeologist Jake Lalonde searches for the origins of the icon of the mythical raven, as depicted in an ancient carving off the coast of British Columbia. Haunting his dreams, his search finds him is so far from what is expected that it leaves him breathless and nearly distracted enough to forget a deadly threat to his and Angeline's lives. Deborah Cannon brings legends into a new light in "Ravenstone," the third in a series but also a stand alone novel.
Archaeologist Jake Lalonde searches for the origins of the icon of the mythical raven, as depicted in an ancient carving off the coast of British Columbia. Haunting his dreams, his search finds him is so far from what is expected that it leaves him breathless and nearly distracted enough to forget a deadly threat to his and Angeline's lives. Deborah Cannon brings legends into a new light in "Ravenstone," the third in a series but also a stand alone novel.
Trainspotting (1993) - Irvine Welsh
A person without hope is little more than an animal. With no ability to see the future, the present is all that there is. There are no rules. The word consequence is not in their vocabulary. Theft, violence, drugs (legal and illegal), casual sex; when there is no tomorrow, anything goes.
A person without hope is little more than an animal. With no ability to see the future, the present is all that there is. There are no rules. The word consequence is not in their vocabulary. Theft, violence, drugs (legal and illegal), casual sex; when there is no tomorrow, anything goes.
Towards Asmara by Thomas Keneally
Towards Asmara by Thomas Keneally was eventually disappointing. As a process, the experience was strewn with beauty, vivid images and arresting phrases. The author, for instance, described desert vegetation ready to burst into life at the first "rumour" of moisture.
Towards Asmara by Thomas Keneally was eventually disappointing. As a process, the experience was strewn with beauty, vivid images and arresting phrases. The author, for instance, described desert vegetation ready to burst into life at the first "rumour" of moisture.
Another Roadside Attraction Book Review
Coming up with a summary of "Another Roadside Attraction," Tom Robbins' first novel, is a difficult thing. On the surface, it's about just another roadside attraction in the 1960s, one run by a beautiful gypsy and a magician.
Coming up with a summary of "Another Roadside Attraction," Tom Robbins' first novel, is a difficult thing. On the surface, it's about just another roadside attraction in the 1960s, one run by a beautiful gypsy and a magician.
Gigolo on Trial in Intertextual Rollercoaster Novel "John Lazoo"
John Reyer Afamasaga's emotional-techno fiction series begins with John Lazoo, an illiterate who becomes a gigolo for the money, until he falls out of love and wants to change his life, and those who were his friends turn against him by accusing him a murder. John Lazoo is the first in a series of remarkable experimental and intertextual novels by Australian novelist John Reyer Afamasaga.
John Reyer Afamasaga's emotional-techno fiction series begins with John Lazoo, an illiterate who becomes a gigolo for the money, until he falls out of love and wants to change his life, and those who were his friends turn against him by accusing him a murder. John Lazoo is the first in a series of remarkable experimental and intertextual novels by Australian novelist John Reyer Afamasaga.
The Stories of Devil-Girl by Anya Achtenberg - Book Review
What happens when children are told they are no good? When they are abused, neglected, and treated as worthless? Anya Achtenberg explores the dark, sad world of childhood abuse and how one girl found the power to rise above it in the heart-aching, powerfully told "The Stories of Devil- Girl." Born into the Jewish slums of Brooklyn, Devil-Girl is raised to believe she has the devil in her, or at least he is at work in her life. Her abusive mother teaches her she is worthless. But hope always exists. The novel will inspire those in abusive situations to overcome their pasts. Readers will become more aware of child-abuse and the importance of building a child's self-esteem. First released as an audiobook, "The Stories of Devil-Girl" will emphasize for people the importance of letting children's voices be heard and the necessity of being the voice for children who cannot raise their own.
What happens when children are told they are no good? When they are abused, neglected, and treated as worthless? Anya Achtenberg explores the dark, sad world of childhood abuse and how one girl found the power to rise above it in the heart-aching, powerfully told "The Stories of Devil- Girl." Born into the Jewish slums of Brooklyn, Devil-Girl is raised to believe she has the devil in her, or at least he is at work in her life. Her abusive mother teaches her she is worthless. But hope always exists. The novel will inspire those in abusive situations to overcome their pasts. Readers will become more aware of child-abuse and the importance of building a child's self-esteem. First released as an audiobook, "The Stories of Devil-Girl" will emphasize for people the importance of letting children's voices be heard and the necessity of being the voice for children who cannot raise their own.
Jenny's Dream
Restless Jenny awaits news of a journalism job in Texas with eager anticipation. When not helping around the house or playing with her younger brother and sister, Jenny finds solace in a secluded field where she spends hours getting lost in books. Finding a new friend to confide in and share her dreams with, soothes Jenny's soul, but she needs to confront and accept her past before she's able to make any strides toward the dreams she has for her future.
Restless Jenny awaits news of a journalism job in Texas with eager anticipation. When not helping around the house or playing with her younger brother and sister, Jenny finds solace in a secluded field where she spends hours getting lost in books. Finding a new friend to confide in and share her dreams with, soothes Jenny's soul, but she needs to confront and accept her past before she's able to make any strides toward the dreams she has for her future.
The Cadfael Series by Ellis Peters - A Book Review
Ellis Peters' Cadfael series are more than murder mysteries. Cadfael's herbarium evokes in me the sense of strength, aroma, and security that a room filled with drying and stored herbs would add to the homestead.
Ellis Peters' Cadfael series are more than murder mysteries. Cadfael's herbarium evokes in me the sense of strength, aroma, and security that a room filled with drying and stored herbs would add to the homestead.
The Magic of Harry Potter
In the fictional series of Harry Potter that was created by J.K. Rowling, magic is depicted as a natural force, which can be used to overrule the basic laws of nature although it is approached entirely scientifically. In the Harry Potter series, there are a number of magical creatures - and a few ordinary creatures - which demonstrate magical properties, like the owls used to deliver posts. There are also a few objects that are imbued or enhanced with magical power. A few humans in the series that are able to perform magic have been referred to as wizards and witches in contrast to other non magical Muggles.
In the fictional series of Harry Potter that was created by J.K. Rowling, magic is depicted as a natural force, which can be used to overrule the basic laws of nature although it is approached entirely scientifically. In the Harry Potter series, there are a number of magical creatures - and a few ordinary creatures - which demonstrate magical properties, like the owls used to deliver posts. There are also a few objects that are imbued or enhanced with magical power. A few humans in the series that are able to perform magic have been referred to as wizards and witches in contrast to other non magical Muggles.
The Inheritance of Loss by Kiran Desai
The Inheritance Of Loss promises much, delivers a lot, but eventually delivers little. Small town concerns trouble the inhabitants of a globalised world, but, though the book charms, it fails to comment.
The Inheritance Of Loss promises much, delivers a lot, but eventually delivers little. Small town concerns trouble the inhabitants of a globalised world, but, though the book charms, it fails to comment.
Queen of Broken Hearts by Cassandra King
This novel is set in Fairhope, Alabama with diverse, colorful characters. The subject of the story is the healing of the wounds of love and loss.
This novel is set in Fairhope, Alabama with diverse, colorful characters. The subject of the story is the healing of the wounds of love and loss.
The End of the Affair by Graham Greene
Anyone who has lived in London could place the Common that forms a geographical centrepiece in The End Of The Affair by Graham Greene. It doesn't really matter if it's the particular place one thinks it is, because it's what happens in the houses at or near its periphery that is central to the book. And the relationships between man and woman, between classes, between interests could be anywhere.
Anyone who has lived in London could place the Common that forms a geographical centrepiece in The End Of The Affair by Graham Greene. It doesn't really matter if it's the particular place one thinks it is, because it's what happens in the houses at or near its periphery that is central to the book. And the relationships between man and woman, between classes, between interests could be anywhere.
Internet Game Controlled By The Player's Mind Is Focus Of New Emotional-Techno Novel
An internet game becomes popular across the world overnight. Its players have the ability to create it as they play. Author Afamasaga plays games with the readers' minds as the characters' minds become part of the game of WIPE.
An internet game becomes popular across the world overnight. Its players have the ability to create it as they play. Author Afamasaga plays games with the readers' minds as the characters' minds become part of the game of WIPE.
Book Review: Female Traits by Lurea C McFadden For Bruce Publishing
Lurea McFadden debut novel. Grace Trufant tries to stay two steps ahead of an unsuspected husband and a lover who wants more. Everything can be lost in a blink of an eye. Does Grace have what it takes to win the game she is playing with two men's hearts?
Lurea McFadden debut novel. Grace Trufant tries to stay two steps ahead of an unsuspected husband and a lover who wants more. Everything can be lost in a blink of an eye. Does Grace have what it takes to win the game she is playing with two men's hearts?
Book Review - Torn by Keisha Ervin by Triple Crown Publications
Keisha Ervin pens a story of love, betrayal and everything in between. This is a love/hate story about Mo and Quan's long-term relationship slowly buckling under the pressure of a pending marriage.
Keisha Ervin pens a story of love, betrayal and everything in between. This is a love/hate story about Mo and Quan's long-term relationship slowly buckling under the pressure of a pending marriage.
Book Review - Queen by Cynthia White For Triple Crown Publications
Cynthia White's debut novel. Title character Queen must keep a secret while struggling to mature into the leader of a St. Louis criminal ring. Will she be able to control her sexual urges and immaturity to survive the world she's thrust into?
Cynthia White's debut novel. Title character Queen must keep a secret while struggling to mature into the leader of a St. Louis criminal ring. Will she be able to control her sexual urges and immaturity to survive the world she's thrust into?
Quondam - An Ancient Mirror's Tale by Jayel Gibson - Book Review
A dragon spawn is derided by those around him, but one woman, Cwen, comes to love him. Will he choose to love her, or will he choose to be a dragon? Will the decision even be his to make in a world threatened by evil. Experience a journey of love and magic like no other in Jayel Gibson's "Quondam: An Ancient Mirrors Tale." Readers of the earlier Ancient Mirrors Tales-"Dragon Queen," "The Wrekening" and "Damselflies"-will cheer this latest installment. Cwen returns, having grown from an angry, hateful young girl early in the series to a heroine in the fourth book. Jayel Gibson, with her use of Celtic mythology, again displays her rare talent for creating new worlds similar enough to our own to appear familiar, yet magical enough to enchant us. Readers experience escapism but return to the real world braced in love, loyalty, and hope.
A dragon spawn is derided by those around him, but one woman, Cwen, comes to love him. Will he choose to love her, or will he choose to be a dragon? Will the decision even be his to make in a world threatened by evil. Experience a journey of love and magic like no other in Jayel Gibson's "Quondam: An Ancient Mirrors Tale." Readers of the earlier Ancient Mirrors Tales-"Dragon Queen," "The Wrekening" and "Damselflies"-will cheer this latest installment. Cwen returns, having grown from an angry, hateful young girl early in the series to a heroine in the fourth book. Jayel Gibson, with her use of Celtic mythology, again displays her rare talent for creating new worlds similar enough to our own to appear familiar, yet magical enough to enchant us. Readers experience escapism but return to the real world braced in love, loyalty, and hope.
Edith and the Mysterious Stranger by Linda Weaver Clarke - Book Review
Return to the time when love and life were simple- when lovers, courting, chose words carefully in their letters rather than sending off yet another quick text message. When a young woman in the Wild West begins to receive anonymous letters, she falls in love with a man she's never met in Linda Weaver Clarke's "Edith and the Mysterious Stranger." Linda Weaver Clarke perfectly captures the Old West in her descriptions and tone. She does not focus on the sensational elements of gunfights only, but also the everyday lives of ordinary people.
Return to the time when love and life were simple- when lovers, courting, chose words carefully in their letters rather than sending off yet another quick text message. When a young woman in the Wild West begins to receive anonymous letters, she falls in love with a man she's never met in Linda Weaver Clarke's "Edith and the Mysterious Stranger." Linda Weaver Clarke perfectly captures the Old West in her descriptions and tone. She does not focus on the sensational elements of gunfights only, but also the everyday lives of ordinary people.
Ashes to the Vistula by Bill Copeland
Ashes To The Vistula by Bill Copeland is a World War Two novel set in Auschwitz. It's a tale of loyalty amidst the confusion and destruction of war, a loyalty that must pass its ultimate test in a surprising, moving way.
Ashes To The Vistula by Bill Copeland is a World War Two novel set in Auschwitz. It's a tale of loyalty amidst the confusion and destruction of war, a loyalty that must pass its ultimate test in a surprising, moving way.
Sin by Josephine Hart
The theme of this novel is envy between two siblings. As a melodrama, it emphasizes strong, destructive emotions in the main character, while emptying the plot.
The theme of this novel is envy between two siblings. As a melodrama, it emphasizes strong, destructive emotions in the main character, while emptying the plot.
A Reappraisal of Brave New World by Aldous Huxley
Aldous Huxley's futuristic parable Brave New World was published to some acclaim in 1932. Huxley as a novelist, essayist and a social commentator was very much at the forefront of literary life in Britain in the mid-twentieth century. Contemporary literary figures included Graham Greene, Somerset Maugham, Evelyn Waugh, George Bernard Shaw, Kingsley Amis, and George Orwell, with Saul bellow, Arthur Miller, Tennessee Williams, Ernest Hemingway, John Steinbeck, and Norman Mailer as representative kindred spirits across the Atlantic.
Aldous Huxley's futuristic parable Brave New World was published to some acclaim in 1932. Huxley as a novelist, essayist and a social commentator was very much at the forefront of literary life in Britain in the mid-twentieth century. Contemporary literary figures included Graham Greene, Somerset Maugham, Evelyn Waugh, George Bernard Shaw, Kingsley Amis, and George Orwell, with Saul bellow, Arthur Miller, Tennessee Williams, Ernest Hemingway, John Steinbeck, and Norman Mailer as representative kindred spirits across the Atlantic.
The Handyman's Promise by Nick Poff - Book Review
As the AIDS crisis dawns in the early 1980s, two small-town gay men make a commitment to one another. While a good deal of gay fiction focuses on sex, one author takes a closer look at what it means for two men to have a meaningful relationship. That author is Nick Poff, recently awarded the Gold medal in Gay/Lesbian fiction by ForeWord Magazine.
As the AIDS crisis dawns in the early 1980s, two small-town gay men make a commitment to one another. While a good deal of gay fiction focuses on sex, one author takes a closer look at what it means for two men to have a meaningful relationship. That author is Nick Poff, recently awarded the Gold medal in Gay/Lesbian fiction by ForeWord Magazine.
Nefertiti by Michelle Moran
In the eighteenth dynasty of ancient Egypt (1351 to 1331 B.C.) one woman, Nefertiti, rises to power and infamy in the annals of history.
In the eighteenth dynasty of ancient Egypt (1351 to 1331 B.C.) one woman, Nefertiti, rises to power and infamy in the annals of history.
The Way to Paradise by Mario Vargas Llosa
I rarely read novels more than once. There are some I have read several times, but the list might just run to double figures. I have read The Way To Paradise by Mario Vargas Llosa twice, but not for the usual reasons.
I rarely read novels more than once. There are some I have read several times, but the list might just run to double figures. I have read The Way To Paradise by Mario Vargas Llosa twice, but not for the usual reasons.
Dark Days For the Rights of Englishmen (John Mortimer's "Rumpole Misbehaves")
Is John Mortimer trying to wean us away from Rumpole? His latest Rumpole book, Rumpole Misbehaves, clocks in at a mere 197 pages of unusually large type. I suppose you can't blame an infirm 85-year-old man for writing economically, but neither can you blame his fans for wanting as much Rumpole as possible.
Is John Mortimer trying to wean us away from Rumpole? His latest Rumpole book, Rumpole Misbehaves, clocks in at a mere 197 pages of unusually large type. I suppose you can't blame an infirm 85-year-old man for writing economically, but neither can you blame his fans for wanting as much Rumpole as possible.
Dawn in Eclipse Bay by Jayne Ann Krentz
This story is in the romance genre with some mystery forced into the plot. It offers lightweight reading based on the Romeo-Juliet theme of feuding families.
This story is in the romance genre with some mystery forced into the plot. It offers lightweight reading based on the Romeo-Juliet theme of feuding families.
New Book Shows Bond of Army Wives During the Turbulent Vietnam War Years
On the coattails of the new hit TV show, Army Wives, comes a blockbuster hit novel from Phyllis Zimbler Miller. MRS. LIEUTENANT is getting rave reviews and gives us our "army wives" fix when relaxing by the poolside or by the beach instead of the TV.
On the coattails of the new hit TV show, Army Wives, comes a blockbuster hit novel from Phyllis Zimbler Miller. MRS. LIEUTENANT is getting rave reviews and gives us our "army wives" fix when relaxing by the poolside or by the beach instead of the TV.
In the Forest, By Edna O'Brien - Briefly Reviewed
Edna O'Brien's In the Forest is a fictionalization of the murder of a young child and his mother in Ireland by a very disturbed young man. Apparently, the book created a huge furore at the time as the crime was very well-covered in the press. O'Brien has created a tale of a dysfunctional, sociopathic young man, Michen O'Kane, who is institutionalized at an early age, and his encounter with an outsider, Eily.
Edna O'Brien's In the Forest is a fictionalization of the murder of a young child and his mother in Ireland by a very disturbed young man. Apparently, the book created a huge furore at the time as the crime was very well-covered in the press. O'Brien has created a tale of a dysfunctional, sociopathic young man, Michen O'Kane, who is institutionalized at an early age, and his encounter with an outsider, Eily.
The Wonderland of Fiction Books
Fiction books include a wide range of books belonging to various sub - genres that may include novels about romance, mystery, science and adventure. Fiction books are written with the objective of inculcating certain values and principles and hence they may contain a writer's social message. Very often, these books deal with real life situations that are described in an awe-inspiring manner.
Fiction books include a wide range of books belonging to various sub - genres that may include novels about romance, mystery, science and adventure. Fiction books are written with the objective of inculcating certain values and principles and hence they may contain a writer's social message. Very often, these books deal with real life situations that are described in an awe-inspiring manner.
An Obsolete Honor by Helena P Schrader - Book Review
Many novels have been written about World War II, but they usually focus on the Allied Forces. Award-winning author Helena P. Schrader reveals a forgotten chapter of the war in her suspenseful new novel, "An Obsolete Honor: A Story of the German Resistance to Hitler." Philip von Feldburg is a General Staff Officer in the German Army. As Germany changes and the Nazis lead his country into war, Philip begins to suspect that the Fuhrer, Adolf Hitler, is not mentally stable. In time, Philip expresses these concerns to fellow officers and becomes involved in a plot within the German army to overthrow Hitler.
Many novels have been written about World War II, but they usually focus on the Allied Forces. Award-winning author Helena P. Schrader reveals a forgotten chapter of the war in her suspenseful new novel, "An Obsolete Honor: A Story of the German Resistance to Hitler." Philip von Feldburg is a General Staff Officer in the German Army. As Germany changes and the Nazis lead his country into war, Philip begins to suspect that the Fuhrer, Adolf Hitler, is not mentally stable. In time, Philip expresses these concerns to fellow officers and becomes involved in a plot within the German army to overthrow Hitler.
Narrow Lives by Tyler R Tichelaar - Book Review
Lysander Blackmore is someone everyone knows, and yet no one really knows him. People suffer from his actions, but they cannot understand what motivates his behavior. How he affects those around him, creating a world of shame and confusion, is dissected in "Narrow Lives." Author Tyler R. Tichelaar returns to the time and place of his regionally bestselling "The Marquette Trilogy," but "Narrow Lives," rather than being a nostalgic look at the past, recalls the social restrictions and hypocrisies of the early twentieth century.
Lysander Blackmore is someone everyone knows, and yet no one really knows him. People suffer from his actions, but they cannot understand what motivates his behavior. How he affects those around him, creating a world of shame and confusion, is dissected in "Narrow Lives." Author Tyler R. Tichelaar returns to the time and place of his regionally bestselling "The Marquette Trilogy," but "Narrow Lives," rather than being a nostalgic look at the past, recalls the social restrictions and hypocrisies of the early twentieth century.
Theme - The Big Picture of Fiction
Though a theme may be only be implicitly understood , the "big picture" of a story is something universally understood by readers. It is the general and overall concept to a story. Of course, "Love conquers all" is the theme romance readers come to expect in romance novels.
Though a theme may be only be implicitly understood , the "big picture" of a story is something universally understood by readers. It is the general and overall concept to a story. Of course, "Love conquers all" is the theme romance readers come to expect in romance novels.
Where We Once Belonged by Sia Figiel
Where We Once Belonged is a novel about Samoan life. Sia Figiel's young girl grows up in a complex culture often misunderstood by outsiders.
Where We Once Belonged is a novel about Samoan life. Sia Figiel's young girl grows up in a complex culture often misunderstood by outsiders.
Literary Fiction - Annie Oakley Meets Annie T Hastings
A seventy year old birthmother searching for the daughter taken away 35 years earlier is the protagonist of a novel entitled "The Travels of Annie T. Hastings." The main character, Annie Hastings, has many similarities to Annie Oakley which are explored in the critique.
A seventy year old birthmother searching for the daughter taken away 35 years earlier is the protagonist of a novel entitled "The Travels of Annie T. Hastings." The main character, Annie Hastings, has many similarities to Annie Oakley which are explored in the critique.
Conception by Kalisha Buckhanon
This novel is about a young girl who begins to learn to respect herself. Its subject touches the age old themes of survival in a cruel world, teenage pregnancy, the African-American experience, and the fate of women in general.
This novel is about a young girl who begins to learn to respect herself. Its subject touches the age old themes of survival in a cruel world, teenage pregnancy, the African-American experience, and the fate of women in general.
Timely Vietnam War Novel (Book Review of FNG by Don Bodey)
Moving novel of a man's tour of duty in Vietnam. War is hell and this autobiographical novel proves it. Relevant to today's situation in Iraq as well.
Moving novel of a man's tour of duty in Vietnam. War is hell and this autobiographical novel proves it. Relevant to today's situation in Iraq as well.
The Organ Grinder and the Monkey by Sam Moffie Book Review
This is a very interesting novel about three protagonists, very different from each other, who share something in common. The reader will follow their intriguing journey.
This is a very interesting novel about three protagonists, very different from each other, who share something in common. The reader will follow their intriguing journey.
Book Review - Illicit Blade of Grass by John Reyer Afamasaga
Modern inter-textual novel by up and coming author. Afamasaga has created a fictional world that blends reality and fiction until they are indistinguishable throughout a series of inter-textual novels.
Modern inter-textual novel by up and coming author. Afamasaga has created a fictional world that blends reality and fiction until they are indistinguishable throughout a series of inter-textual novels.
Literary Fiction: Don Quixote in Annie Hastings
Annie T. Hastings, a birth-mother who hunts for her child thirty years after giving the child up for adoption, is a modern version of a female Don Quixote. Like Quixote, she fights with windmills thinking they are monsters, and at other times she must truly battle the people in her life. Hers is a story of perception, of point of view. Of what is real and what is not real.
Annie T. Hastings, a birth-mother who hunts for her child thirty years after giving the child up for adoption, is a modern version of a female Don Quixote. Like Quixote, she fights with windmills thinking they are monsters, and at other times she must truly battle the people in her life. Hers is a story of perception, of point of view. Of what is real and what is not real.
Homeland by John Jakes
Weaves a tale of German immigrants in America in the 1800's. Writes about history and the advent of labor unions. writes about the dawning of the 20th century.
Weaves a tale of German immigrants in America in the 1800's. Writes about history and the advent of labor unions. writes about the dawning of the 20th century.
Narrow Lives by Tyler R Tichelaar - Book Review
Lysander Blackmore is someone everyone knows, and yet no one really knows him. People suffer from his actions, but they cannot understand what motivates his behavior. How he affects those around him, creating a world of shame and confusion, is dissected in "Narrow Lives." Author Tyler R. Tichelaar returns to the time and place of his regionally bestselling "The Marquette Trilogy," but "Narrow Lives," rather than being a nostalgic look at the past, recalls the social restrictions and hypocrisies of the early twentieth century.
Lysander Blackmore is someone everyone knows, and yet no one really knows him. People suffer from his actions, but they cannot understand what motivates his behavior. How he affects those around him, creating a world of shame and confusion, is dissected in "Narrow Lives." Author Tyler R. Tichelaar returns to the time and place of his regionally bestselling "The Marquette Trilogy," but "Narrow Lives," rather than being a nostalgic look at the past, recalls the social restrictions and hypocrisies of the early twentieth century.
Reunion by Fred Uhlman - Book Review
This is a superb little book about young men growing up in 1930's Germany. Beautifully written by a craftsman at the peak of his powers, it is the perfect book for anyone who can't tackle huge tomes. Try not to miss it.
This is a superb little book about young men growing up in 1930's Germany. Beautifully written by a craftsman at the peak of his powers, it is the perfect book for anyone who can't tackle huge tomes. Try not to miss it.
'Kill Your Friends' by John Niven
You're probably like me. As a wee bairn you wanted to be an astronaut, a marketer (ahem) or a pop star. And whilst I and many of my contemporaries have indeed become astronauts and marketing managers, no one from Norton Comprehensive has, to date, troubled the 'hit parade'.
You're probably like me. As a wee bairn you wanted to be an astronaut, a marketer (ahem) or a pop star. And whilst I and many of my contemporaries have indeed become astronauts and marketing managers, no one from Norton Comprehensive has, to date, troubled the 'hit parade'.
Dystopian Novels - 1984, Brave New World and Never Let Me Go
A "dystopia" is the opposite of a utopia -an ideal world. Both have been the subject of various novels and films. Perhaps for dramatic reasons, dystopias tend to be a little more interesting.
A "dystopia" is the opposite of a utopia -an ideal world. Both have been the subject of various novels and films. Perhaps for dramatic reasons, dystopias tend to be a little more interesting.
Fiction Books - Enhance Your Imaginative Skills
Books are the quietest and the most constant friends of the people. They are the most accessible and the wisest counsellors, and the most patient teachers. One should always try to read something that would make him or her look and feel good.
Books are the quietest and the most constant friends of the people. They are the most accessible and the wisest counsellors, and the most patient teachers. One should always try to read something that would make him or her look and feel good.
Three Chords by Mike Mihalek - Book Review
Ethan is a successful musician, but despite the success, he goes through periods of self- examination. Missing in his life is his mother who left the family when he was only ten. Author Mike Mihalek uses music as a metaphor for the relationship of his characters. Julie, John, and their son, Ethan, are reflected in the novel's title "Three Chords," which is told with compelling dialogue, clear images, and realistic character portraits. The novel haunts readers as they relate to the characters' broken relationships and their longings to correct the past.
Ethan is a successful musician, but despite the success, he goes through periods of self- examination. Missing in his life is his mother who left the family when he was only ten. Author Mike Mihalek uses music as a metaphor for the relationship of his characters. Julie, John, and their son, Ethan, are reflected in the novel's title "Three Chords," which is told with compelling dialogue, clear images, and realistic character portraits. The novel haunts readers as they relate to the characters' broken relationships and their longings to correct the past.
A Handful of Sand by Mary Louise McCaffrey - Book Review
Romeo and Juliet step aside. Your tragic ending does not satisfy. Just ask Mary Louise McCaffrey, who has written her own story of star- crossed lovers, Miguel and Isabella. As if class difference between the lovers is not enough, their families are on opposite sides of the French invasion of Mexico that divides the nation, further frustrating the lovers' efforts to be together. The result is a historical romance of epic proportions, "A Handful of Sand."
Romeo and Juliet step aside. Your tragic ending does not satisfy. Just ask Mary Louise McCaffrey, who has written her own story of star- crossed lovers, Miguel and Isabella. As if class difference between the lovers is not enough, their families are on opposite sides of the French invasion of Mexico that divides the nation, further frustrating the lovers' efforts to be together. The result is a historical romance of epic proportions, "A Handful of Sand."
A Good Woman by Dorothy Weil - Book Review
Mary Lou Friedman, a spunky 86- year-old with an ailing husband, is being threatened by hoodlums in her Cincinnati neighborhood, forcing her to fight for her family and home in Dorothy Weil's latest novel, "A Good Woman." Two thugs break into her home to steal her television and continually threaten her, leaving Mary Lou desperate and terrified. After the police are unable to catch the criminals, Mary Lou follows her beloved grandson's advice and buys a gun. Throughout this tender story, told in third person from Mary Lou's perspective, the reader is taken back in time with Mary Lou as she recounts her past experiences that range from the Great Depression to the book's present setting of the early 1990s.
Mary Lou Friedman, a spunky 86- year-old with an ailing husband, is being threatened by hoodlums in her Cincinnati neighborhood, forcing her to fight for her family and home in Dorothy Weil's latest novel, "A Good Woman." Two thugs break into her home to steal her television and continually threaten her, leaving Mary Lou desperate and terrified. After the police are unable to catch the criminals, Mary Lou follows her beloved grandson's advice and buys a gun. Throughout this tender story, told in third person from Mary Lou's perspective, the reader is taken back in time with Mary Lou as she recounts her past experiences that range from the Great Depression to the book's present setting of the early 1990s.
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