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Jenny I

Jenny I

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Married into the military has it works and it's perks. I am able to do things and see things that I thought I wouldn't step foot in. My kids loves it too and finds the lifestyle pretty cool. Though my kids were born in the States I was born in Port - au- Prince, Haiti and raise in Queens, NY.

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  • Fallon, NV, USA
  • member since November 7, 2007

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  • My Look: A Guide to Fashion & Style

    My Look: A Guide to Fashion & Style

    by Marlene Wallach, Anna Palma
    • Rated 4 stars

    “This book more than adequately covers the essentials of good style and fashion sense, as well as tips on hygiene, shopping, care of clothing, being prepared for what each day may bring, clothing-, stress-, and other wise.

    This is a good addition to the pre-teen girl's personal library, and would actually carry her through her college years and beyond.

    A girl who read and followed the advice herein would feel more secure about herself; my only question is (and this is really not the author's problem!), how many pre-teen girls would "listen" to a book rather than to their friends?
    ”

    Jenny I wrote this review Saturday, February 27, 2010. ( reply | permalink )
  • On the Line
    • Rated 4 stars

    “In this book, Serena Williams writes about racism in a sport that was once thought to be only for dominate race. She gives readers a hint about her romantic life and a man whose name she won't say aloud. She writes about her oldest sister, whom Williams misses terribly. She explains what it's like to know that your fiercest rival in the match is also the person who went to bat for you all your life. And she writes about the game she lives, loves, and almost gave up.

    "On the Line" is a delightful book filled with respect, humor, humility, and a sprinkling of well-deserved bragging. For me, the surprise here (which may not surprise major tennis fans) is the closeness that author Serena Williams feels for her biggest rival and sister, Venus. Watch them go head-to-head on the court, teeth gritted, and you'd think they're bitter enemies. Many photographs are included in the book. Unfortunately, Serena uses this forum to promote her religion - Jehovah Witness. She goes on for pages advocating this way of thinking and makes many references to her beliefs. It's nice to read otherwise.

    If you're looking for a to-be-continued biography that isn't loaded with sex, drugs, and four-letter words, this is the one to find. For tennis fans and non-fans alike, "On the Line" is a big winner”

    Jenny I wrote this review Saturday, February 27, 2010. ( reply | permalink )
  • I'm Down
    • Rated 4 stars

    “When I first took a look at the cover of this book, I thought it was funny and something that I would get into cause it look Afrosentric (I know it's not even a word). The author's portrayals of the people in her life were vivid, and gave you the sight, sound, and sometimes scent of being there. At the end of this book my only down fall to it was the marketing. Meaning that it generally focused on her fathers fetishizing of black culture (to the point that he accuses his own daughter of being a racist), but there is a lot more going on than just that. This is more about growing up with a narcissistic, adolescent (developmentally) father than anything, and it is definitely a survivor's tale.

    Besides that, if you liked a girl name Zippy you'll love "I'M DOWN." It's really funny, spirited, touching-- you'll laugh all the way through, fall in love with Mishna's voice, and be rooting for her from page one. Chock full of anecdotes you have to share with whoever is in the room, Wolff's story will make your jaw drop in places - mostly due to the childishness of the adults in her life. The multi-cultural challenges with her fellow children, and how she handles them, are good - but somehow sad when you reflect how much more mature all of the children in this tale handle their fates than the adults.

    Not only does Mishna Wolff manage to impart wisdom through the voice of her younger self, she manages to create something that's entertaining, hysterical, and heartbreaking. Wolff is a good writer, and has a way with stories - hope to read more from her again.
    ”

    Jenny I wrote this review Saturday, February 27, 2010. ( reply | permalink )
  • Flash Burnout
    • Rated 4 stars

    “This book wasn't bad at all and I grew fond of the main character's voice aka: Author LK Madigan's. This novel is really, really funny at the same time it tackles some tough issues about family, teen romance, drug addiction, and friendship. I also pass this to my 13 year old daughter and she thought the same too.

    If your not familiar with the story it begins with a photography assignment for fifteen-year-old Blake, just experiencing his first real romance. When Blake inadvertently snaps a picture of his friend Marissa's mother, he launches her into a journey for which she desperately needs some support. That journey causes Blake to question what he thought he knew about love, sex, and friendship and takes readers on a wild ride of their own.

    The voice in this book is really remarkable, and Madigan's rich characters with their hysterical dialogue reminded me of John Green at times. Fantastic debut book that I recommend for your child.
    ”

    Jenny I wrote this review Saturday, February 27, 2010. ( reply | permalink )
  • How To Say Goodbye In Robot
    • Rated 4 stars

    “Natalie Standiford's debut novel is wise and quirky, expressive and humorous, and completely unforgettable.The story doesn't start out in any amazing way. For the first few pages, it's just a regular old story. But then, with the introduction of [radio show] and Jonah's reaction to Bea's attempts at conversation, a completely different story is started. What's Jonah's problem? Who tells someone to listen to something and then not want to discuss it? Who IS Ghost Boy? But, of course, there is never an easy answer or even an answer at all.

    For most of the novel, we have no clue who Jonah really is. He's a mystery and his actions never follow any set pattern or personality. Usually, I like to be able to get inside of a guy's head but not knowing Jonah just kept me going throughout the whole novel. When he finally cracked, when we finally get inside his head a teeny bit, it's shocking. Unexpected. Scary. He was one of those characters that will draw a reader in like a moth to flame. He is so perfectly broken - I can see why Bea would be drawn to him in her own broken state.

    Though the many, many mentions of alcohol and underage drinking are slightly irking, they don't really detract from the message of book in any way, and some of the more interesting scenes take place in a sort of bar. How to Say Goodbye in Robot is a sensitive, smart, and multifaceted read that is realistic and poignant without being mushy. The end, while surprising, is satisfying, and will leave you thinking long after the final page.
    ”

    Jenny I wrote this review Saturday, February 27, 2010. ( reply | permalink )
  • Dark Celebration
    • Rated 4 stars

    “I was excited to get this book when it first came out. This book finally brings my favorite couples together. This book was great and long overdue. This makes `Dark Celebration' a great introduction for new readers and a treat for those who have followed the series intently. Don't expect it to be all bright and cherry because Christine Feehan likes it dark in this particular sequence.

    As the story opens, the Carpathians are in grave danger of extinction, not only from their enemies but also from the propensity of Carpathian women to have miscarriages. At Raven's suggestion, the Carpathians are gathering for their first community holiday event; but to her life mate, Prince Mikhail, it presents an excellent opportunity for their enemies to strike. Feehan brings us up to date with familiar couples, Raven and Mikhail, Desari and Julian, Shea and Jacques. She introduces the early stages of a possible new love story between Skyler and Dimitri. Feehan adeptly shifts between danger and humor, cooking disasters and passionate sex, as the group fights vampires and a dark mage, their oldest enemy. This book is everything that we have been waiting for. Having all our favorite characters together plus the added addition of an underline story that includes Skyler & her possible life mate has me counting down the days until this book is released.

    `Dark Celebration' feels more like an evolution book setting the table for some upcoming series (thank goodness). The plot is pretty tame and the best part is that no couple takes charge of the story line. Still this is well written and will help newcomers obtain a deep understanding of Carpathian customs, lifestyles, and natural enemies while long term fans will know that the treats of 'Dark Desserts.' Keep it coming Christine.
    ”

    Jenny I wrote this review Friday, March 7, 2008. ( reply | permalink )
  • Magic in the Wind
    • Rated 2 stars

    “Yes, it's a short book, but "Magic in the Wind" left me starving. I have read most of Feehan's books (Love her) and normally there is nothing like a book by her. No matter what series I have read they were all powerful and magical in their own way. I also knew it was a story pulled from an anthology when I bought it, so I knew it would be a short story. That didn't matter. No, what mattered that as a short story and the first book to a series, the book bombed. There was not enough content to keep the story going. Any place that details could have been expanded was passed up.

    I read on the cover that it is suppose to be rewritten and added to, I haven't read the first version, but I can only imagine that it would be worse. This version was bad, and there is one out there with less information?? How did this get published? Especially as the first book to a series. There were not a lot of details about the other sisters. Or any ideas as to how the series would go. There was not anywhere enough information in this book for it to be a first book.

    I hope the second book is a little more informative. And Drew. What ever happened to Drew?? That was kinds skipped, for that matter, what was wrong with Drew?? We never even got to hear that. There is a lot you won't hear from this book. Being that it is the first book of a series, I would recommend you to read it for introduction purposes of the series. Borrow it or get it from the library, even though it is $2.99, but don't expect much. ”

    Jenny I wrote this review Friday, March 7, 2008. ( reply | permalink )
  • The Other Woman
    • Rated 4 stars

    “I read this novel on the Fall of 06' hoping to be entertained and enlightened in the month of February. I loved reading all of EJD's novels, and this one did not disappoint me. There are numerous twists and turns in this story (read the book and you will know what I mean!) Love can be so overwhelming sometimes... This book is very intense, very sad but true...Eric has proven to the public that he is extremely imaginative, spine-tingling, exhilarating, and over all demanding your attention from start to end.
    To me, this novel shows modern-day marriages in the USA - the joys and struggles that couples can face. It also showed how selfishness can get the best of us and leave serious devastation in its wake.

    After reading this novel, I realized that honesty can be one of the best results from an affair (that is, if everyone involved is honest with themselves and each other). It doesn't even matter if marriages end in divorce or recover and continue to grow: an affair can help the people involved to become better (not bitter) people.

    I only rate the novel four stars because I am ambivalent about the way the novel ends (I won't give away the ending - read the novel for yourself!) I recommend this novel for all people because everyone has dealt with betrayal (not necessarily betrayal in a marriage) at some point in his life. This novel is about love and hate and how very thin the line is between both passions. Excellent read, could not put it down...Very very good...Again, Eric exceeded all expectations... He is indeed in a class of his own... Read it! ”

    Jenny I wrote this review Friday, March 7, 2008. ( reply | permalink )
  • Genevieve
    • Rated 4 stars

    “I thought this book was pretty good. Genevieve is transformed before her husband's eyes from a sophisticated, assured woman to a little girl who hurts, cries and loses control. Being surrounded by her family in Alabama helps him understands and answers some of the questions to the woman he loves.

    EJD is a man that you have to admire for his talent and creativity. His complex and intense characterizations and dialogue are realistic, the settings are peppered with detailed imagery and his prose is filled with beautiful language and metaphors. His attention to detail is evident. It all fits together in the telling of the story, the racial and sexual politics, the hypocrisy of race in America, the human frailties that make us just people who are caught up in events and circumstances not of our own making but by virtual of our individual and collective histories.

    Readers will be kept on their toes with unexpected twists and turns, straight through to the very end. It covers a span of about two or three days that in reality explores a lifetime. A great read that you wont be disappointed. I was able to read this book within two days.

    P.S.Would of giving it five stars if it wasn't for some of the dialogues being a bit to long.
    ”

    Jenny I wrote this review Friday, March 7, 2008. ( reply | permalink )
  • Chasing Destiny
    • Rated 4 stars

    “Destiny is one interesting Part-time bartender, aspiring singer and celebrated biker chic (aka, Ducati, after the Italian motorcycle). I read this in the summer of 06' and Eric Jerome Dickey again brought an interesting fast paced storyline underneath is belt.

    Chasing Destiny is a well-developed plot, interesting characters, and beautiful imagery of various neighborhoods of Los Angeles. You never known what what goes on the L.A. motorcycle culture in Cali even though you see what happens in cars racing (fast and furious) but it was a nice touch into this storyline. Destiny's Korean roommate was really down to earth and very supportive towards Destiny's situation. The diversity of the characters really made this novel stand out. There were a lot of shocking elements to this story that will leave readers anxiously flipping the pages. I also liked the way the stories merged together within the characters. The only thing that detour me from this book was the long dialog among the characters I feel as though it could of been edited some more and I also wish the book could of gotten to the point in certain areas, it sort of frustrated me a bit that lead me to skip a few lines.

    Eric Jerome Dickey is a great African American Fiction writer. and his work is un-comparable to most writers. Other than that "Chasing Destiny" is a great novel which is also another departure from his previous works, I know a lot of fans seems to complain about this new style of writing but he's broaden his horizons. Definitely recommended to all dedicated EJD fans and for those who want to know his work.
    ”

    Jenny I wrote this review Friday, March 7, 2008. ( reply | permalink )
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