Tag Archives: love.

Review: Girls on Fire by Robin Wasserman

Posted on May 18, 2016 by Jenn

As I read the final pages of this book, all the expletives came flowing from me. That’s not a complaint, it’s praise.  Never did I imagine or predict what control and power this title held over me. I found myself … Continue reading →

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Review: Lust & Wonder: A Memoir by Augusten Burroughs

Posted on March 29, 2016 by Jenn

I squealed with joy when I learned Augusten was releasing a new memoir. I devoured both Running with Scissors and Dry, not shying away with the brutal manner in which the author details his life.  I began reading as soon as I had the … Continue reading →

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Review: A Place Called Winter by Patrick Gale

Posted on March 28, 2016 by Jenn

This novel took my breath away.  So beautifully written, incredibly captivating from the start, I quickly found myself immersed in Harry’s journey.  This epic novel alternates between time periods, from Harry’s youth and adulthood to years later, when Harry is … Continue reading →

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Review: Fall of Poppies: Stories of Love and the Great War

Posted on March 8, 2016 by Jenn

What can I say, I’m a sucker when it comes to classic, genuine love stories. There’s something romantic and heartwarming when it comes to loved ones reunited after such a tumultuous time in our world’s history. Many said goodbye, never … Continue reading →

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Review: Memoirs of an Imaginary Friend by Matthew Dicks

Posted on August 21, 2012 by Jenn

Hardcover: 320 pages Publisher: St. Martin’s Press (August 21, 2012) ISBN-10: 125000621 Source: Publisher Budo is the best friend of eight year old Max Delaney. A loyal friend, Budo is by Max’s side whenever he needs him. What sets Budo … Continue reading →

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Review: Prodigal Summer by Barbara Kingsolver

Posted on November 1, 2010 by Jenn

Paperback: 464 pages Publisher: Harper Perennial; Reprint. edition (October 16, 2001) ISBN-10: 0060959037 Source: Publisher Described as “a hymn to wilderness that celebrates the prodigal spirit of human nature, and of nature itself,” Prodigal Summer details the story of three … Continue reading →

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