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The Thirteenth Tale

by Diane Setterfield
- Rated 5 stars
“I absolutely LOVE this book. The minute I finished it, I wanted to start over and read it again. Beautifully written, a haunting story, and memorable characters. Everything I want in a book and more!”

Carol G wrote this review Thursday, September 3 2009. ( reply | permalink )
Running with Scissors

by Augusten Burroughs
- Rated 5 stars
“Excellent book! Well-written, heart-breaking, but engrossing story of a very strange childhood. ”

Carol G wrote this review Saturday, August 22 2009. ( reply | permalink )
The Last Chinese Chef

by Nicole Mones
- Rated 5 stars
“I loved this book! It makes me want to find some really good Chinese food, which I guess will requite me to visit China! I'd love to do that too. Well-written, a delicious foodie book! We read it for my cooking group's Literary Luncheon and had a blast cooking and discussing the book. Yum!”

Carol G wrote this review Saturday, August 22 2009. ( reply | permalink )
Promises in Death

by J. D. Robb
- Rated 4 stars
“Not the best of this series, (imho), but a good read! ”

Carol G wrote this review Saturday, August 22 2009. ( reply | permalink )
Stalemate

by Iris Johansen
- Rated 4 stars
“Pretty good action. I'd read another of this series. ”

Carol G wrote this review Saturday, August 1 2009. ( reply | permalink )
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Nursery Crimes

by Ayelet Waldman
- Rated 4 stars
“I really enjoyed this cozy mystery! It's a new take on the genre. Former public defender attorney, Juliet Applebaum is staying at home to raise her daughter, Ruby. She loves being a mommy, but occasionally misses the excitement of life as a public defender. When a mystery lands in her lap (the head of the pre-school they're trying to get Ruby in, is killed), she can't resist "helping" the surly detective assigned to the case. Of course she does, right before she delivers her son, Isaac. I will definitely read another in this series!”

Carol G wrote this review Sunday, July 12 2009. ( reply | permalink )
A Stitch in Time

by Monica Ferris
- Rated 3 stars
“Pretty good "cozy" mystery about an embroidery shop owner who solves mysteries. Not much action, but likable characters. ”

Carol G wrote this review Saturday, July 4 2009. ( reply | permalink )
Olympos

by Dan Simmons
- Rated 4 stars
“ If you're into classic literature, you might enjoy this revised take on the Trojan War. Simmons merges three storylines (which can get annoying at times) to tell how the ancients were conned into attacking the Olympic gods. The story ends before the true war with the gods begins, so you must read the sequel to find out what happens.

This book has interesting, well-developed characters, an intriguing sf view of the future, and fast-paced plot. It kept me reading once I was caught by the story and characters. ”

Carol G wrote this review Wednesday, July 1 2009. ( reply | permalink )
Killer Calories (Savannah Reid Mysteries)

by G.A. McKevett
- Rated 4 stars
“Not as good as Just Desserts, but entertaining.”

Carol G wrote this review Wednesday, July 1 2009. ( reply | permalink )
Angels Flight (Detective Harry Bosch Mysteries)

by Michael Connelly
- Rated 4 stars
“I enjoy this series, but this isn't one of the best. Still, a good read. ”

Carol G wrote this review Saturday, June 27 2009. ( reply | permalink )