carolsnotebook's reviews
1610 reviews

I didn't really know what to expect when I started reading this. However, it really is a good mystery with a solid plot and an interesting cast of characters. Blackstock weaves faith issues throughout the story, but does so without interrupting the flow of the book. I plan on reading the second in the series.

This is the story of Libby, who is a doctor and healer, falling in love. Of course, there's danger, sex and magic. I enjoy these quick, fun reads.

The mystery in this was good, involving politics, religion, and conspiracy. The main character, Shan, is a fascinating man who used to be an inspector in China but has been sent to a forced labor camp in Tibet, where he forms strong bonds with his fellow prisoners, most of whom are monks. Tibet as a setting is new for me and I found it fascinating.

The is a good addition to the series. I really enjoy the characters and seeing Ophelia grow as a person and in her abilities. Tink is a lot of fun and adds a new dimension to the book. I would like to see some kind of love interest for Ophelia, though. Heck, even Abby has a love life.

This book is based on Washington's diaries and letters, which chronicled his tooth probleams. My daughter, 8, thought this rhyming book was hilarious and she's right. Funny with history thrown in is perfect for kids. There is a time-line in the back that gives even more information.

This does not have a story to follow. It's a description of the people of Appalachia. It's beautifully writtn and illustrated, but I wanted more. One warning, though, when we were done my daughter, 8, said, "I don't get it." I think the lack of any plot was kind of confusing, and the people were more or less like us. The hills, the creeks, the dirt road are all familiar to her. The only thing in the story she found odd was the mention of outhouses.

This is a beautiful book. I really enjoyed the mysterious ending, as did my daughter.

This was another page-turner. I love that Butcher brings back old characters when dealing with new troubles. As always, Dreden is neck deep in troubles, but can rely on his friends. He did seem less chauvinistic, so he is growing. Of course, all the women in this one could more than hold there own.

This is one of those books you have to take for what it is. It's the story of a bunch of New Yorker's who each have their own stories, but whose lives all intersect and at the heart of the story is the Preemption apartment building. Like others have said, some of the stories are stronger than others. I kind of wish Schickler had stayed with the idea of short stories that kind of blend together and had left out a few of the later chapters.

I wasn't expecting to enjoy this, but I really did. This is the first Crusie book I've read, but I may pick up some others. Maddie is not perfect. The romance between her and CL blossoms way to quickly. I can overlook the flaws, though, because it was a really fun read. I can also relate to the small Ohio town where everyone knows what everyone else is doing or has done.