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The Beekeeper's Apprentice (Mary Russell and Sherlock Holmes, Bk 1)
The Beekeeper's Apprentice (Mary Russell and Sherlock Holmes, Bk 1)
Author: Laurie R. King
Book Type: Paperback
  • Currently 4.1/5 Stars.
 64
Review Date: 8/11/2012


The Beekeepers Apprentice is a compelling, intelligent, sophisticated, read with a gutsy heroine. The complex relationship between the main characters keeps you longing for more adventures.


Bridge of Clay
Bridge of Clay
Author: Markus Zusak
Book Type: Hardcover
  • Currently 2.2/5 Stars.
 6
Review Date: 12/20/2021
Helpful Score: 1


Bridge of Clay was written from the viewpoint of an older brother with no college education. The result is a rambling account of his younger brother's struggles. Though the book has very interesting characters, it desperately needs editing and better story flow.


The Company We Keep: A Husband-and-Wife True-Life Spy Story
The Company We Keep: A Husband-and-Wife True-Life Spy Story
Author: Robert Baer, Dayna Baer
Book Type: Paperback
  • Currently 3.3/5 Stars.
 4
Review Date: 7/1/2016


The contrast between fictional movies and real-life, as portrayed in this book, are quite intriguing. Real-life is more ambiguous, plodding, and the outcomes are obtuse. The descriptions of American bombings are heart-wrenching. Is it all worth it?


Damiano (Damiano, Bk 1)
Damiano (Damiano, Bk 1)
Author: R. A. MacAvoy
Book Type: Mass Market Paperback
  • Currently 3.9/5 Stars.
 8
Review Date: 8/25/2011


Great book!Magic,angels and much more!


Deal With a Ghost
Deal With a Ghost
Author: Marilyn Singer
Book Type: Paperback
  • Currently 4.5/5 Stars.
 1
Review Date: 8/25/2011


OK book with intresting concept.


Enchantment
Enchantment
Author: Orson Scott Card
Book Type: Paperback
  • Currently 3.9/5 Stars.
 216
Review Date: 3/29/2015


This is an ambitious book, including the culture, languages, and history of many lands. The female characters were as cunning and well-developed as the male. In fact, there seems to be a role-reversal of traditional, stereotypical roles.
The roles and influence of various religions (Jewish/ Christian) played in the book was very interesting. This book is way above the usual Fantasy genre in its complexity and execution.


Facing Loneliness: The Starting Point of a New Journey
Facing Loneliness: The Starting Point of a New Journey
Author: J. Oswald Sanders
Book Type: Hardcover
  • Currently 2.5/5 Stars.
 2
Review Date: 8/25/2011


Too religious.I was looking for ways to actually get rid of it,not "come closer to god and repent your sins..."


A Game of Thrones (A Song of Ice and Fire,  Bk 1)
A Game of Thrones (A Song of Ice and Fire, Bk 1)
Author: George R. R. Martin
Book Type: Paperback
  • Currently 4.2/5 Stars.
 98
Review Date: 11/19/2013


A Game of Thrones is an extraordinary, well developed, fast-paced, fantasy for adults. The plotting is intricate with a mix of politics, treachery, and fantasy that takes place in a wide variety of climates and seasons. The interwoven family histories are fascinating with their corresponding totems. A deeply satisfying, riveting read!


A Monstrous Regiment of Women (Mary Russell and Sherlock Holmes, Bk 2)
Review Date: 9/7/2012


This is a creative, thought-provoking, historical, scientific, romantic, mystery novel that makes you proud to be female and strong!


The Patron Saint of Liars
The Patron Saint of Liars
Author: Ann Patchett
Book Type: Paperback
  • Currently 4/5 Stars.
 29
Review Date: 1/24/2015


In her first book, you can see the beginnings of her greatness.


Raphael (Damiano, Bk 3)
Raphael (Damiano, Bk 3)
Author: R. A. MacAvoy
Book Type: Paperback
  • Currently 3.9/5 Stars.
 9
Review Date: 8/25/2011


A different adventure from Damiano.Raphael gives a true intrest of what is fair and what isn't.Life is unfair,and rapheal gets an interesting torture from it.


Shakespeare's Landlord (Lily Bard, Bk 1)
Shakespeare's Landlord (Lily Bard, Bk 1)
Author: Charlaine Harris
Book Type: Mass Market Paperback
  • Currently 3.9/5 Stars.
 478
Review Date: 8/23/2012
Helpful Score: 3


Lily is a spunky heroine with a mean kick. She may be only a maid but she can solve mysteries better than the Sherriff. Harriss first novel in this series has a fast paced plot, unique characters, and a gripping mystery that I couldnt put down.


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