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Amanda B. (RmeWife1) - Reviews

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The Pact: A Love Story
The Pact: A Love Story
Author: Jodi Picoult
Book Type: Mass Market Paperback
  • Currently 4/5 Stars.
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Review Date: 10/17/2007
Helpful Score: 1


This was the second book I have read by Picoult and again I found myself wrapped into the story after page one. This book challenges you to see a situation from many points of view. The author takes a subject such as suicide and allows you to see into the mind of everyone involved. Great book!


Running with Scissors : A Memoir
Running with Scissors : A Memoir
Author: Augusten Burroughs
Book Type: Paperback
  • Currently 3.3/5 Stars.
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Review Date: 10/19/2007
Helpful Score: 5


I always enjoy books were I am reminded that my childhood was not as unusual as other people. This memoir is a candid collection of stories about a mother with mental illness, an alcoholic father and the Finch's. It never ceases to amaze me what happens behind closed doors!


The Tenth Circle
The Tenth Circle
Author: Jodi Picoult
Book Type: Paperback
  • Currently 3.6/5 Stars.
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Review Date: 10/22/2007
Helpful Score: 1


Good book. I have a lot of interest in Alaska so these book held my attention. The author is a "master of storytelling" and this is a good example but not my favorite of hers. Regardless, she is one of my favorite authors.


You Are Not a Stranger Here : Stories
You Are Not a Stranger Here : Stories
Author: Adam Haslett
Book Type: Paperback
  • Currently 3.7/5 Stars.
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Review Date: 10/14/2007
Helpful Score: 3


I am embarrassed to say that this is the first time I read short stories. I guess I just thought I wouldn't like not be able to grow with or into a character as I normally do with books. But this author does an incredible job of bringing you in quickly and allowing the story to end where it should. I will say it is not for the faint of heart and to be prepared for graphic sexual content- not hot and steamy type stuff- I will leave it at that. PM me if you need to know more before getting this book.


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