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Snow Flower and the Secret Fan

by Lisa See
- Rated 4 stars
“Every so often you come across a book that sweeps you in. This was one of the few books that had me at page 1. A story of friendship, enduring love and fate. Beautifully written and one every woman should read. The bonus to this book is getting a close up narrative of Chinese customs from long ago which I have been told, still remain today. A simply gorgeous read.”

ANovelIdea wrote this review Tuesday, May 5, 2009. ( reply | permalink )
Shutter Island

by Dennis Lehane
- Rated 4 stars
“One of the best page turners I have read in a long time. This was chosen as the book of the month for my work book club...I found myself constantly discussing with co-workers. A LOT of twists and turns....questions to be answered or were they? I read Mystic River years ago and loved it. Yet again Lehane has not dissapointed.”

ANovelIdea wrote this review Wednesday, February 4, 2009. ( reply | permalink )
The Time Traveler's Wife

by Audrey Niffenegger
- Rated 4 stars
“The first few chapters had me thinking "do I have the patience to get through this?' and as read the book, it became addictive. I am so happy I finished it (in one weekend at that). I fell in love with the characters & the romanticism of it all. I wanted this book to go on a bit longer. This book makes you think of relationships, frienships, family and life.....the what if's" and the span of ones lifetime. Simply captivating story.”

ANovelIdea wrote this review Friday, August 8, 2008. ( reply | permalink )
To See You Again: A True Story of Love in a Time of War

by Betty Schimmel
- Rated 4 stars
“A book that stays with you for days. Poignant biographical story. This hits every level: war, love, faith, future and past. Wonderful, heat-felt book.”

ANovelIdea wrote this review Monday, July 21, 2008. ( reply | permalink )
The Quickie

by James Patterson, Michael Ledwidge
- Rated 3 stars
“A lot of twists and turns as is the normal Patterson fashion. He never fails to deliver the suspense with every turn of the page. A fun, fast beach read.”

ANovelIdea wrote this review Monday, July 21, 2008. ( reply | permalink )
The Historian

by Elizabeth Kostova
- Rated 2 stars
“This was the longest, most drawn out book I have ever read. If it was 2000 (lol) pages shorter, it would have been a LOT better. Kostova paints a beautiful portrait of characters, geography, and tale...it was just too too long.”

ANovelIdea wrote this review Monday, July 21, 2008. ( reply | permalink )
The Memory Keeper's Daughter

by Kim Edwards
- Rated 3 stars
“A lie that profound was sure to be the demise of Dr. Henry. Interesting how the main character was a doctor and made the decision he did. It makes you think of how ONE action can alter the lives of many.”

ANovelIdea wrote this review Monday, July 21, 2008. ( reply | permalink )
The Alchemist's Daughter

by Katharine McMahon
- Rated 2 stars
“Not usually a book I would pick up. I thought I would be pleasantly surprised. I wasn't. Very boring for historical fiction. There always seemed to be something missing from the story. You can figure out where every character is going by the first few chapters.”

ANovelIdea wrote this review Monday, July 21, 2008. ( reply | permalink )
Angels & Demons

by Dan Brown
- Rated 3 stars
“In my opinion only, you have to be VERY open minded to read Dan Brown books. A true test of "what is fiction" and "what is actually true". Brown weaves an intricate storyline between science and religion. An intelligent rollercoaster ride. Those who find it offensive must realize this book is located in the FICTION section of stores, libraries, etc.”

ANovelIdea wrote this review Monday, July 21, 2008. ( reply | permalink )
The Starter Wife

by Gigi Levangie Grazer
- Rated 3 stars
“Funny Funny Funny. I have yet to see the show but the book actually made me laugh out loud. A fun look at "the woman scorned" in high class LA. The story takes you from the very tippy top of having it all to "how did I get here". With a colorful array of characters, this book is sure to have you laughing out loud at LEAST once. Cute, fast beach read!”

ANovelIdea wrote this review Monday, July 21, 2008. ( reply | permalink )