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Jean L

Jean L

the avatar illustration is from http://www.athertonlin.com/
where greeting cards, calendars, etc. are available from my son and son in law

teacher- every level from pre-school to university, and library literacy programs- loved them all! retired

poet- my book, Breathing Rice, An East West Love Story was just nominated for... more »
  • CA, USA
  • member since October 28 2007

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  • Judy S

    Judy S says

    Thanks so much Jean!! The books came today and I can't wait to read them. It's a special thrill getting books in the mail!

    posted 3 days ago. ( send a note )
  • Suzanne

    Suzanne says

    Hi Jean! I had to chuckle over your review of the New York Regional Mormon Singles Halloween Dance book! Being one of those liberal Mormons, I just have to read it now! First up in the new year!! And yes, I've gone to some of those dances . . . . lol!

    posted 3 days ago. ( send a note )
  • Linda

    Linda says

    I haven't read it yet, on my TBR list which gets longer everyday! Looking forward to it even more since hearing how much you enjoyed it Jean.

    posted 11 days ago. ( send a note )
  • Judy S

    Judy S says

    Either Daughter of China or Plain Language of love and loss would be fine but don't rush as I have plenty to read right now.
    I read the Theroux book and enjoyed it but our guide in China was offended by his statement comparing pigeons to rats in Shanghai. I tried to explain that people here thought of pigeons as pests for the most part but he thought that was extreme to compare them to rats. He was from a town about 100 miles from Shanghai. Always interesting to get another viewpoint.
    Judy

    posted 2 weeks ago. ( send a note )
  • Linda

    Linda says

    Hi Jean, I have to admit I found "Mockingbird: A Portrait of Harper Lee" on your shelf and was thrilled! I grew up in Thomaston, AL which is a little over 60 miles from Monroeville. Of course, "To Killl a Mockingbird" is a favorite of mine. Thanks for the lead. :)

    posted 1 month ago. ( send a note )
  • Judy S

    Judy S says

    HI JEAN, I SEE YOU'VE READ THE MAGNIFICENT Ambersons. I added it because another friend gave it 5 stars. How would you rate it? I loved The Midwife. If you have trouble getting a copy, let me know and I'll mail you mine.

    posted 1 month ago. ( send a note )
  • Suzanne

    Suzanne says

    Unlike my private note to you, I couldn't wait until next week to finish your book. I got up early this morning and devoured it with a cup of hot chocolate. Honestly, I enjoyed every page!

    posted 2 months ago. ( send a note )
  • Darra W

    Darra W says

    No, I've never (blush!) read East of Eden either, although I've read The Red Pony, The Pearl, and Of Mice and Men. I loved Angle of Repose and that led me to Crossing to Safety, another Stegner book that I enjoyed, although the subject matter is very different from AofR.

    I'm looking forward to River Town, which I just picked up at a local used book store. I think Hessler is a wonderful writer; Oracle Bones was fascinating. Have you read The Last Days of Old Beijing (published in 2008, I believe)? If you enjoy Hessler, I think you might enjoy that also.

    posted 3 months ago. ( send a note )
  • Darra W

    Darra W says

    I am enjoying Travels with Charley so much! The writing is beautiful, and it's amazing how relevant the content remains after 45+ years. I usually recycle book club books at my local used book store, but not this time. This one's a keeper! In addition to providing hours of pleasure, it also is inspiring me to go back to titles from the Steinbeck canon that I've missed in the past, including--I'm embarrassed to admit--The Grapes of Wrath.

    posted 3 months ago. ( send a note )
  • Suzanne

    Suzanne says

    I've seen it on a quite a few shelves and decided it sounded like a book I would like to read! So many books, so little time.

    posted 3 months ago. ( send a note )
  • Darra W

    Darra W says

    Thanks for getting back to my on American Lion, Jean. I'll have to put a hold on it at the library. Sounds like something I'd like to read. My knowledge of Jackson is pretty much limited to what I remember from school, and that is long ago!

    posted 4 months ago. ( send a note )
  • Judy S

    Judy S says

    I read it a long time ago but it didn't show up on my shelf. Maybe it was a different edition. I wish they didn't have those as an option. I probably have more duplicates on my shelf. Haven't read Telex from Cuba but will look for it.

    posted 4 months ago. ( send a note )
  • Judy S

    Judy S says

    Jean, I see Cuba Diaries on your shelf. I really liked it. You'll have to read Waiting for Snow in Havana. I had a couple of high school students in the 60's that escaped from Cuba by boat.
    Your library must be great to have Grace in China!

    posted 4 months ago. ( send a note )
  • Judy S

    Judy S says

    Did you find Grace in China at the library or did you have to buy it?

    posted 4 months ago. ( send a note )
  • Darra W

    Darra W says

    A book club friend has been highly recommending the Andrew Jackson book. I'll be interested in your thoughts.
    I noticed you've added Small Pleasures to your shelf. I picked it up last week at a little indie book stores in Pt. Reyes Station. My husband and I slipped away to the coast for a three-day breather, and the book seemed an excellent reminder to keep that lovely serenity and simplicity close in memory upon returning to the "real world." I'm waiting for the perfect moment to savor it.

    posted 4 months ago. ( send a note )
  • Judy S

    Judy S says

    Oh, I did too. Wasn't that an interesting book? Never read anything quite like it. Didn't even know of the Jewish presence in Egypt. The father's place in society really changed, didn't it?

    posted 4 months ago. ( send a note )
  • unfinished woman

    unfinished woman says

    I love it when someone finds a new book in my library. I was completely lost when I found the Maisie Dobbs series. Read one right after the other, and then waited for the new ones. I find Winspear's writing thoroughly absorbing, and the details of the war and war consequences on England fascinating; they really enhance the stories. And I'm also pulled in by a strong female character. Glad you liked them.

    posted 4 months ago. ( send a note )
  • Darra W

    Darra W says

    I enjoy Mark Salzman and found Lying Awake to be thought-provoking and moving. Wondering what you thought of it?

    posted 4 months ago. ( send a note )
  • Darra W

    Darra W says

    Hi Jean,
    Glad we've connected. I see you recently rated "Away" by Amy Bloom. Two stars: my feelings exactly. I still haven't figured out what all the fuss was about!
    Darra

    posted 5 months ago. ( send a note )