Archive | August, 2009
R.I.P (Readers Imbibing Peril) Challenge

R.I.P (Readers Imbibing Peril) Challenge

by on 31. Aug, 2009 in challenge

This is a challenge I can really sink my teeth into!  It is hosted by Carl at Stainless Steel Droppings. The challenge is to read a certain number of books between September 1st and October 31st from the following categories: mystery suspense thriller dark fantasy gothic horror supernatural There are only two goals: have fun [...]

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To rate or not to rate?

To rate or not to rate?

by on 30. Aug, 2009 in books general

I recently ran across a couple of posts concerning whether there should be a rating system when reviewing a book.  Since my reader and favorites folders contents have disappeared into that internet graveyard in cyberspace (yes, you can join me in shedding a few tears ), I cannot find the original purveyors of the posts.  [...]

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Bending Toward the Sun – Review

Bending Toward the Sun – Review

by on 30. Aug, 2009 in book reviews, new books

A beautifully written family memoir, Bending Toward the Sun explores an emotional legacy—forged in the terror of the Holocaust—that has shaped three generations of lives. Leslie Gilbert-Lurie tells the story of her mother, Rita, who like Anne Frank spent years hiding from the Nazis, and whose long-hidden pain shaped both her daughter and granddaughter’s lives. [...]

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The Cave – Review

The Cave – Review

by on 28. Aug, 2009 in book reviews

Riding through the foothills on his way home from school, Ian Pratt can’t resist going down to the cave. It’s been there as long as he can remember it, dark and foreboding, and Ian’s never quite mustered up the courage to venture inside. Ashamed of his cowardice, he loses himself in the stories of courage [...]

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A Book Blogger's New Discover (8.28.09)

A Book Blogger's New Discover (8.28.09)

by on 28. Aug, 2009 in book meme

J. Kaye’s Book Blog is host to a wonderful weekly Friday event. It is an opportunity to share book blogs or sites that you have discovered. I think this is a great way to share the book love!!!! Here are some places I enjoy: Today’s Adventure Stainless Steel Droppings Moo’s Place

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