The Book of Tomorrow by Cecelia Ahern
The plot sounds promising, but the execution falls flat. A teen reader may enjoy this one; but if you require deeper character development and believable flow, this one isn't for you.
Thursday, May 30, 2013
Tuesday, May 28, 2013
Ashes to Ashes
Ashes to Ashes by Tami Hoag
Description from Amazon:
"He performs his profane ceremony in a wooded Minneapolis park, anointing his victims, then setting the bodies ablaze. He has already claimed three lives, and he won’t stop there. Only this time there is a witness. But she isn’t talking. Enter Kate Conlan, former FBI agent turned victim/witness advocate. Not even she can tell if the reluctant witness is a potential victim or something more troubling still. Her superiors are interested only because the latest victim may be the daughter of Peter Bondurant, an enigmatic billionaire. When Peter pulls strings, Special Agent John Quinn gets assigned to the case. But the FBI’s ace profiler of serial killers is the last person Kate wants to work with, not with their troubled history. Now she faces the most difficult role of her career—and her life. For she’s the only woman who has what it takes to stop the killer . . . and the one woman he wants next."
My thoughts:
Suspense with a little romance thrown in, Hoag creates a compelling mystery. The characters are engaging and the plot moves quickly. A recommend for the romantic suspense or the mystery enthusiast.
Description from Amazon:
"He performs his profane ceremony in a wooded Minneapolis park, anointing his victims, then setting the bodies ablaze. He has already claimed three lives, and he won’t stop there. Only this time there is a witness. But she isn’t talking. Enter Kate Conlan, former FBI agent turned victim/witness advocate. Not even she can tell if the reluctant witness is a potential victim or something more troubling still. Her superiors are interested only because the latest victim may be the daughter of Peter Bondurant, an enigmatic billionaire. When Peter pulls strings, Special Agent John Quinn gets assigned to the case. But the FBI’s ace profiler of serial killers is the last person Kate wants to work with, not with their troubled history. Now she faces the most difficult role of her career—and her life. For she’s the only woman who has what it takes to stop the killer . . . and the one woman he wants next."
My thoughts:
Suspense with a little romance thrown in, Hoag creates a compelling mystery. The characters are engaging and the plot moves quickly. A recommend for the romantic suspense or the mystery enthusiast.
Thursday, May 23, 2013
The Backyard Homestead
The Backyard Homestead: Produce All the Food You Need on Just a Quarter Acre by Carleen Madigan
My alter ego is reading again. This book advises you what to plant, and when, in small spaces. I really enjoyed it. I love the idea of producing one's own food. Hopefully someday my alter ego will be given free reign!
A recommend for the gardener or homesteader.
My alter ego is reading again. This book advises you what to plant, and when, in small spaces. I really enjoyed it. I love the idea of producing one's own food. Hopefully someday my alter ego will be given free reign!
A recommend for the gardener or homesteader.
Tuesday, May 21, 2013
To Tempt a Scotsman
To Tempt a Scotsman by Victoria Dahl
Amazon Description:
"After finding herself at the centre of a very public scandal that left one man dead and another on the run, Lady Alexandra Huntington has exiled herself to her brother's estate and is content to manage his affairs. But the arrival of darkly handsome Collin Blackburn awakens her curiosity and her desire - and the advantage of being a fallen woman is that she can be ruined only once...After a promise sworn to his father, Collin Blackburn is compelled to seek the aid of the woman who brought about his brother's death in a senseless duel. Yet Lady Alexandra is not the shameless femme fatale he expected. In fact, Collin suspects she is guilty of nothing more than a hunger to experience passion, and the brawny Scot is certainly equipped to oblige. But the quick-witted, keenly sensual Alexandra has a few lessons of her own to impart - on life, love, and the delicious joys of succumbing to temptation..."
My thoughts:
A mindless romance, always good to pass the time! The characters weren't well developed, but overall, the story was decent.
Amazon Description:
"After finding herself at the centre of a very public scandal that left one man dead and another on the run, Lady Alexandra Huntington has exiled herself to her brother's estate and is content to manage his affairs. But the arrival of darkly handsome Collin Blackburn awakens her curiosity and her desire - and the advantage of being a fallen woman is that she can be ruined only once...After a promise sworn to his father, Collin Blackburn is compelled to seek the aid of the woman who brought about his brother's death in a senseless duel. Yet Lady Alexandra is not the shameless femme fatale he expected. In fact, Collin suspects she is guilty of nothing more than a hunger to experience passion, and the brawny Scot is certainly equipped to oblige. But the quick-witted, keenly sensual Alexandra has a few lessons of her own to impart - on life, love, and the delicious joys of succumbing to temptation..."
My thoughts:
A mindless romance, always good to pass the time! The characters weren't well developed, but overall, the story was decent.
Monday, May 20, 2013
The Money Class
The Money Class: How to Stand in Your Truth and Create the Future You Deserve by Suze Orman
Amazon Description:
"In nine electrifying, empowering classes, Suze Orman teaches us how to navigate these unprecedented financial times. With her trademark directness, she shows us how to tackle the complicated mix of money and family, how to avoid making costly mistakes in real estate, and how to get traction in your career or rebuild after a professional setback. And in what is the most comprehensive retirement resource available today, Suze presents an attainable strategy, for every reader, at every age.The Money Class is filled with tools and advice that can take you from a place of financial fear to a place of financial security. In The Money Class you will learn what you need to know in order to feel hopeful, once again, about your future."
My Thoughts:
Very well written and informative. I wouldn't recommend reading this book from cover to cover. Instead, choose the chapters that are applicable to your life. I feel that Orman gives good advice, especially for those who are not financially savvy.
Amazon Description:
"In nine electrifying, empowering classes, Suze Orman teaches us how to navigate these unprecedented financial times. With her trademark directness, she shows us how to tackle the complicated mix of money and family, how to avoid making costly mistakes in real estate, and how to get traction in your career or rebuild after a professional setback. And in what is the most comprehensive retirement resource available today, Suze presents an attainable strategy, for every reader, at every age.The Money Class is filled with tools and advice that can take you from a place of financial fear to a place of financial security. In The Money Class you will learn what you need to know in order to feel hopeful, once again, about your future."
My Thoughts:
Very well written and informative. I wouldn't recommend reading this book from cover to cover. Instead, choose the chapters that are applicable to your life. I feel that Orman gives good advice, especially for those who are not financially savvy.
Friday, May 17, 2013
The Vegan Girl's Guide to Life
The Vegan Girl's Guide to Life: Cruelty-Free Crafts, REcipes, Beauty Secrets and More by Melisser Elliott
I am not a Vegan, but I fully support the concept of living a life that minimizes cruelty to other living creatures. Elliott provides a very creative, inspiring view of life as a Vegan.
I really enjoyed this one.
I am not a Vegan, but I fully support the concept of living a life that minimizes cruelty to other living creatures. Elliott provides a very creative, inspiring view of life as a Vegan.
I really enjoyed this one.
Wednesday, May 15, 2013
Your Farm in the City
Your Farm in the City: An Urban Dweller's Guide to Growing Food and Raising Animals by Lisa Taylor
I believe I mentioned my fantasy of living on a farm and growing food. Along those lines, this book was a gem! I got some great ideas on growing food in small spaces. I personally don't want to raise animals for food. But I want to have some, for enjoyment!
A recommend!
I believe I mentioned my fantasy of living on a farm and growing food. Along those lines, this book was a gem! I got some great ideas on growing food in small spaces. I personally don't want to raise animals for food. But I want to have some, for enjoyment!
A recommend!
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