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David R. - Reviews

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The All-True Travels and Adventures of Lidie Newton
The All-True Travels and Adventures of Lidie Newton
Author: Jane Smiley
Book Type: Paperback
  • Currently 4/5 Stars.
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Review Date: 9/9/2006


Well written and interesting account of a (fictional) young woman's experiences in Kansas territory during the free/slave state controversy prior to the Civil War.


Allegra Maud Goldman
Allegra Maud Goldman
Author: Edith Konecky
Book Type: Paperback
  • Currently 3.5/5 Stars.
 5
Review Date: 9/22/2005


A great story of a precocious little girl


Anil's Ghost
Anil's Ghost
Author: Michael Ondaatje
Book Type: Paperback
  • Currently 3.3/5 Stars.
 99
Review Date: 5/7/2006


By the author of "The English Patient"


Flyboys : A True Story of Courage
Flyboys : A True Story of Courage
Author: James Bradley
Book Type: Paperback
  • Currently 3.8/5 Stars.
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Review Date: 10/12/2005
Helpful Score: 2


An intriguing history of events surrounding a Japanese held island during WWII. Although history, Bradley's story-telling makes this a real page turner. He includes background information about the cultural differences between Japan and the west, and how the U.S. government controlled information, that makes for a fascinating perspective on the war in the Pacific.


A Girl Named Zippy : Growing Up Small in Mooreland Indiana
A Girl Named Zippy : Growing Up Small in Mooreland Indiana
Author: Haven Kimmel
Book Type: Hardcover
  • Currently 3.8/5 Stars.
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Review Date: 3/31/2006


A humorous and poignant memoir from an author with a wonderful writing style.


The Hollow Chocolate Bunnies of the Apocalypse (Eddie Bear, Bk 1)
The Hollow Chocolate Bunnies of the Apocalypse (Eddie Bear, Bk 1)
Author: Robert Rankin
Book Type: Paperback
  • Currently 3.5/5 Stars.
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Review Date: 6/9/2006


Very interesting read.


The True Story of Hansel and Gretel
The True Story of Hansel and Gretel
Author: Louise Murphy
Book Type: Paperback
  • Currently 4/5 Stars.
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Review Date: 9/22/2005


A thought provoking retelling of the fairy tale set in WWII Germany.


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