Guys Read: Thriller edited by Jon Scieszka, who also wrote the introduction, begins with a bang.
Breadcrumbs by Anne Ursu Book Review
October 11, 2011
Breadcrumbs by Anne Ursu is a modern day retelling of The Snow Queen in the grand tradition of Hans Christian Anderson, guaranteed to melt the iciest of hearts. Hazel and Jack are next door neighbors and best friends, until a wayward snowball enacts a huge change in Jack, causing him to follow the Snow Queen […]
Hearts Aflame by Johanna Lindsey
September 10, 2011
So many people cut their romance teeth on Johanna Lindsey whereas I cut mine on Tessa Dare, yet I’m sure if I look back in my mom’s shelves and was allowed to read from them growing up, I’d find some Johanna Lindsey books in there.
Howl’s Moving Castle by Diana Wynee Jones Retro Friday Book Review
September 2, 2011
Howl’s Moving Castle by Diana Wynne Jones at the top of my pile. Oh, friends, Diana Wynne Jones absolutely did not disappoint. We have a cranky old woman, a vain heartbreaker wizard, a fire demon, a witch and a fantastic storyline.
The Trouble With Chickens by Doreen Cronin Book Review
August 21, 2011
The Trouble With Chickens by Doreen Cronin is an adorable children’s chapter book. J.J. Tully had a fantastic career as a search and rescue dog, and from the start of the story, he is currently enjoying retirement.
Book Review: Insatiable by Meg Cabot
June 21, 2011
No one quite brings the sexytimes like Meg Cabot. Especially when she takes on the world of vampires in Insatiable. Confession: I still like vampire books. Even though it seems the market is saturated with them, I’ve yet to grow bored or tired of them. Especially when the writing and the plot is as compelling […]