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The Man Who Loved Books Too Much:
The True Story of a Thief, a Detective, and a World of Literary Obsession
by Allison Hoover Bartlett


I finished this book this week for book club. Let me just say that I liked it more than I thought I would. Give it a try!

Good book

I've just read "Wish You Well" by David Baldacci and loved it. For anyone who reads him, you'll find that this book is nothing like his mystery/lawyer books. It was so down to earth and heartwarming. I think you'll enjoy this book. PS- give it a couple of chapters to get into. It's worth it.

Series books

The next series I want to start:
(I know, everyone loves this book. Don't. Say. Anything. I HATE spoilers. And I hate getting my expectations too high.)

Series books I've read recently:

The second in the series. Even though it's written by my cousin, I'm not showing bias when I say it's a really good book!


So this is the 10th in the series. But even though it's been awhile since I've read about this Mma, I was able to pick it up easily. This series is definitely a to-read for everyone. Not only are the mysteries interesting and fun, but the short lessons on life are practical and full of wisdom.


So good! If you haven't read the first three in this series, where have you been?!!!

Some books I've been reading this summer

Thought you might like them too!

(this whole series was quite enjoyable)


(don't read this if you don't want to get stressed about your food storage supply)


(so much better than I was expecting)


(loved it!)

Where the Wind Sings

My cousin wrote this book and I think it is fabulous!


Abandoned as a small child, seventeen-year-old Brannon Reeves has lived and worked with her aunt, Lila, tucked away from the modern world in a forest cottage. But an attractive stranger, an accusing news story, and the discovery of a long-kept family secret shatter her simple life overnight. Thrust into a world of betrayal and persecution, she must face an enemy she never knew existed. Will she suffer the same fate as her mother? Can hope, courage, and love conquer evil?

http://robynmschow.blogspot.com/

April Read

Hi everyone, I am new to this, but suggested this book for the month of April. Ruth asked me to be in charge, so here goes...

The book is called, "The Colony" by John Tayman. It is a true account of the exiles on the island of Molokai in the Hawaiian Islands. It is about the lepers who were sent there without any say as to their future. I hope everyone enjoys it. I personally LOVE anything about the Hawaiian culture and it's history. So, I know this story will touch your hearts and souls. It won't be luau's and mumu's, but maybe it will give us each a glimpse of how blessed we each are. Enjoy!

April's coming . . .

anyone want to volunteer to choose a book for the month? Leave a comment here or just email me!

Great Book!

If anyone's looking for a good book, In Search Of Eden was fabulous. It was about adoption and finding love. Linda Nichols is the author. Enjoy!!

Pictures of Hollis Woods

Pictures of Hollis Woods by Patricia Reilly Giff is this month's pick for my non-online book club.  I read it in an hour for two reasons: it is a short and easy read and I couldn't put it down.  

The story is about a girl in foster care and her 'wish' for a family.  I love, love, loved this book and Reilly Giff's original style and voice.  This book is even appropriate for young kids (maybe ages 7 and up) and would be a great family read.   

Another Recommendation

Hi there. One of my friends left a recommendation in a comment. So I thought I would add it here for all to see.

From Alicia:

I have a suggestion for a book... It's called Mr & Mrs Fitzwilliam Darcy and it's a sequel (one of many) to Pride and Prejudice. Here is a link to a review and Q & A by the author. It looks like it might be worth reading for Jane Austen fans.

http://janitesonthejames.blogspot.com/2009/03/mr-mrs-fitzwilliam-darcy-by-sharon.html

Thanks Alicia! I haven't read any sequels or fan fiction to P&P.