Reviving Ophelia: Saving the Selves of Adolescent Girls by Mary Pipher
Amazon Description:
"As a therapist, Mary Pipher was becoming frustrated with the growing problems among adolescent girls. Why were so many of them turning to therapy in the first place? Why had these lovely and promising human beings fallen prey to depression, eating disorders, suicide attempts, and crushingly low self-esteem? The answer hit a nerve with Pipher, with parents, and with the girls themselves. Crashing and burning in a “developmental Bermuda Triangle,” they were coming of age in a media-saturated culture preoccupied with unrealistic ideals of beauty and images of dehumanized sex, a culture rife with addictions and sexually transmitted diseases. They were losing their resiliency and optimism in a “girl-poisoning” culture that propagated values at odds with those necessary to survive. Told in the brave, fearless, and honest voices of the girls themselves who are emerging from the chaos of adolescence, Reviving Ophelia is a call to arms, offering important tactics, empathy, and strength, and urging a change where young hearts can flourish again, and rediscover and reengage their sense of self.
My Thoughts:
Pipher offers an interesting insight into young girls. A good read for parents of tween daughters.
Thursday, July 11, 2013
Wednesday, July 10, 2013
The Mysterious Stranger
The Mysterious Stranger by Mark Twain
Who can argue Mark Twain’s literary genius? He was a versatile author, whose talent is evident in every piece of his work.
The Mysterious Stranger was published after Twain’s death. It is a very heavy tale, examining the nature of morality and belief.
This book shows the deeper side of Twain. A recommend for the serious reader.
Who can argue Mark Twain’s literary genius? He was a versatile author, whose talent is evident in every piece of his work.
The Mysterious Stranger was published after Twain’s death. It is a very heavy tale, examining the nature of morality and belief.
This book shows the deeper side of Twain. A recommend for the serious reader.
Tuesday, July 9, 2013
Ain't She Sweet
Ain’t She Sweet by Susan Elizabeth Phillips
First, there is never a good excuse to use the word “ain’t.” Huge pet peeve of mine!! Yuck.
Aside from the cheap title, Phillips is, as always, phenomenal. Emotional and engaging, this is yet another gem.
Sugar Beth Carey comes back to her home town broke and desperate. Her reputation as the town mean girl is still alive and her enemies are waiting to enjoy her misfortune.
One of those enemies—Colin, is the most determined to see Sugar Beth destroyed and humiliated. He is living in her family’s old mansion and hires her to be his maid.
Funny and sweet, all romance readers should be familiar with Susan Elizabeth Phillips!
First, there is never a good excuse to use the word “ain’t.” Huge pet peeve of mine!! Yuck.
Aside from the cheap title, Phillips is, as always, phenomenal. Emotional and engaging, this is yet another gem.
Sugar Beth Carey comes back to her home town broke and desperate. Her reputation as the town mean girl is still alive and her enemies are waiting to enjoy her misfortune.
One of those enemies—Colin, is the most determined to see Sugar Beth destroyed and humiliated. He is living in her family’s old mansion and hires her to be his maid.
Funny and sweet, all romance readers should be familiar with Susan Elizabeth Phillips!
Monday, July 8, 2013
Plain Truth
Plain Truth by Jodi Picoult
My opinion of Picoult's work varies. I like her style and her ability to draw controversial, complex characters. I don't always like her execution. She tends to throw a lot of weighty topics into her books and then fails to do them justice.
This book merges the story of Katie, a young Amish woman and Ellie, an ambitious attorney. Katie's baby is found dead in a barn and she is subsequently charged with murder. Ellie must defend her, despite her misgivings about her client's way of life and of her very innocence.
I loved exploring the life of those who live "plain." The Amish lifestyle has always been intriguing to me.
I didn't like Ellie's character or, honestly, much about the plot.
If you like Picoult, you will probably like this one. I wanted it to go deeper and was disappointed.
My opinion of Picoult's work varies. I like her style and her ability to draw controversial, complex characters. I don't always like her execution. She tends to throw a lot of weighty topics into her books and then fails to do them justice.
This book merges the story of Katie, a young Amish woman and Ellie, an ambitious attorney. Katie's baby is found dead in a barn and she is subsequently charged with murder. Ellie must defend her, despite her misgivings about her client's way of life and of her very innocence.
I loved exploring the life of those who live "plain." The Amish lifestyle has always been intriguing to me.
I didn't like Ellie's character or, honestly, much about the plot.
If you like Picoult, you will probably like this one. I wanted it to go deeper and was disappointed.
Wednesday, July 3, 2013
Rules of Prey
Rules of Prey by John Sandford
John Sandford is a talented suspense writer. He is a regular member of my favorites list.
Rules of Prey is the first in the Lucas Davenport series. Davenport is a well developed character. He has some realistic flaws, which make him more intriguing. At first I was hesitant to like him, but by the end I was sold on the series.
Detective drama, mystery, suspense...if you like these genres this series is for you.
John Sandford is a talented suspense writer. He is a regular member of my favorites list.
Rules of Prey is the first in the Lucas Davenport series. Davenport is a well developed character. He has some realistic flaws, which make him more intriguing. At first I was hesitant to like him, but by the end I was sold on the series.
Detective drama, mystery, suspense...if you like these genres this series is for you.
Tuesday, July 2, 2013
Mystery
Mystery by Jonathan Kellerman
I am very impressed with the Kellerman family! Jonathan, his wife Faye and their son Jesse are all amazing authors.
This particular book is in the Alex Delaware series. I didn’t realize I was in the middle of a series, so I need to go back to the beginning.
I recommend any of these three authors for the mystery/suspense reader.
I am very impressed with the Kellerman family! Jonathan, his wife Faye and their son Jesse are all amazing authors.
This particular book is in the Alex Delaware series. I didn’t realize I was in the middle of a series, so I need to go back to the beginning.
I recommend any of these three authors for the mystery/suspense reader.
Monday, July 1, 2013
Time to Run
Time to Run by Marliss Melton
Description from Amazon:
"On the run from her controlling husband, Sara Garret has discovered she's got a spine of steel - and she'll do anything to protect her son. Now the person she must turn to is another man. But this SEAL, with his Harley and ponytail, is no knight in shining armour."
My thoughts:
I enjoy Melton's writing style. This is a decent romantic suspense.
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