From Elaine Pasquali Lean Mean Thirteen Author: Janet Evanovich Stephanie Plum and her band cronies set out to solve the mystery of Stephanie’s missing ex-husband. Was he murdered? Is Stephanie the only suspect? Laugh out loud incidents on almost every page as the sleuthing ensues. Evanovich’s books can be read out of sequence, so don’t [...]
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Lean Mean Thirteen
Posted in Humor, Mystery, Reading Club Reviews on November 7, 2011 | Leave a Comment »
A Little Gentle Sleuthing
Posted in Crime fiction, Mystery, Reading Club Reviews, tagged Crime, writer on October 27, 2011 | Leave a Comment »
From Elaine Pasquali A Little Gentle Sleuthing Author: Betty Rowlands This was Rowlands first crime novel and it was very engaging. The lead character, Melissa Craig, herself a crime novel writer, investigates and solves a local crime. Enough character development to enrich the story without detracting from the plot.
Still Mr.and Mrs.
Posted in Fiction, Mystery, Reading Club Reviews, Romance, tagged marriage, Secret Service, Washington DC on September 26, 2011 | Leave a Comment »
From Elaine Pasquali Still Mr.and Mrs. Author: Mary McBride A delightful mystery that incorporates an attempt on the life of the mother of the President of the United States and an estranged couple of married Secret Service agents. Fast moving and funny, it’s difficult to put down and leaves you wanting more.
The Big Dirt Nap
Posted in Fiction, Mystery, Reading Club Reviews on September 19, 2011 | Leave a Comment »
From Elaine Pasquali The Big Dirt Nap Author: Rosalie Harris Aside from learning that a “dirt nap” refers to being dead and buried, I was disappointed in this book because of its poor character development and shallow plot.
Dr. Susan Love’s Breast Book
Posted in Health and medicine, Reading Club Reviews, Women's Nonfiction, tagged breast on August 22, 2011 | Leave a Comment »
From Gina Scaglione author: Love, Susan Dr. Susan Love’s Breast Book This book is a lifesaver for any woman. However, for women facing health problems, specifically those related to the breast, this book may actually be the difference between life and death. I can not say how helpf this book has been. Thank you Dr. [...]
friendship bread
Posted in cooking, Friendship Fiction, Reading Club Reviews, Women's Fiction, tagged bread, familes, mothers and daughters, Sisters on August 19, 2011 | Leave a Comment »
From Esther Moy author: gee, darian friendship bread This was a heartwarming book about relationships and everyday situations encountered by a small town. It was well written with many characters that one can identify with. I enjoyed this book and look forward to a sequel.
400 Calorie fix
Posted in cooking, Health & Fitness, Nonfiction, Reading Club Reviews, tagged diet on August 19, 2011 | Leave a Comment »
From Geri Sundermier author: Vaccariello, Liz 400 Calorie fix This book has great weight loss tips and amazing recipes. It’s written by the coauthor of the Flat Belly Diet, but with an entirely different format. The recipes have color pictures that make it easier to follow.
The Last Lecture
Posted in Inspirational, Nonfiction, Reading Club Reviews, tagged Cancer, Death, Philosophy on August 19, 2011 | Leave a Comment »
From Geri Sundermier author: Pausch, Randy The Last Lecture This is a very moving book about a professor at Carnegie Melon that is terminally ill. While it is sad, it is very inspiring!
One Summer
Posted in Fiction, Reading Club Reviews, tagged families, illness on August 19, 2011 | Leave a Comment »
From Geri Sundermier author: Baldacci, Daniel One Summer Get a box of tissues ready for this one. This is a powerful, moving book that is hard to put down. It’s about a terminally ill man with a lot of courage. Great for a rainy day!
Googlelize Your Life
Posted in Nonfiction, Quick Reads, Reading Club Reviews, tagged computers, Google, internet, time management on August 19, 2011 | Leave a Comment »
From Geri Sundermier author: Van Drimmelen, Jeff Googlelize Your Life This book is a quick read that tells you everything you ever wanted to know about using Google. There are so many features I wasn’t even aware of. I’ve started using many of the applications already! Great book, even if you aren’t that great with [...]
