The Family Man by Elinor Lipman.
This is the first book I've read by Ms. Lipman and I am thrilled to have discovered this talented author. Hmmm, how fast can I put a library hold on all her previous novels??
This is a sweet tale of one Henry Archer and how his world is affected when his recently widowed ex-wife and former step-daughter re-enter his world. Just a nice, easy, interesting story. I highly recommend this novel - four and a half stars!
Friday, June 26, 2009
Book #24 (Audio)
Sleight of Hand by Kate Wilhelm.
Another great mystery Barbara Holloway mystery read by my favorite narrator, Anna Fields. Lawyer Holloway must defend an ex-con falsely accused of murder.
Love this series, especially when paired with the talented Ms. Fields. A strong four stars!
Another great mystery Barbara Holloway mystery read by my favorite narrator, Anna Fields. Lawyer Holloway must defend an ex-con falsely accused of murder.
Love this series, especially when paired with the talented Ms. Fields. A strong four stars!
Sunday, June 21, 2009
Book #23
Lye in Wait, a Home Crafting Mystery by Cricket McRae.
First book in the Home Crafting series and the introduction of heroine Sophie Mae. I enjoyed it. Loved reading about the process of soap making along with the mystery. Anyone who enjoys crafting should enjoy this series. I rate it 4 stars, but would imagine it'd be fewer for non-crafters.
First book in the Home Crafting series and the introduction of heroine Sophie Mae. I enjoyed it. Loved reading about the process of soap making along with the mystery. Anyone who enjoys crafting should enjoy this series. I rate it 4 stars, but would imagine it'd be fewer for non-crafters.
Tuesday, June 16, 2009
Book #22
Spin a Wicked Web, a Home Crafting Mystery by Cricket McRae.
Although this is the third book in the series, it is the first I've read. I've already put books one and two on hold at the library since I enjoyed this book. It was a quick read with an interesting mystery, but perhaps a few too many suspects.
Regardless of any plot flaws, I give it 3.5 stars for the average female reader. Another half-star if you're a spinner, or wanna-be spinner. Actually, anyone who likes playing with fiber should enjoy the background story wherein Ruth teaches Sophie Mae to spin her own yarn. Makes me want to break out my wheel.
Although this is the third book in the series, it is the first I've read. I've already put books one and two on hold at the library since I enjoyed this book. It was a quick read with an interesting mystery, but perhaps a few too many suspects.
Regardless of any plot flaws, I give it 3.5 stars for the average female reader. Another half-star if you're a spinner, or wanna-be spinner. Actually, anyone who likes playing with fiber should enjoy the background story wherein Ruth teaches Sophie Mae to spin her own yarn. Makes me want to break out my wheel.
Thursday, June 11, 2009
Book #21
The 8th Confession by James Patterson and Maxine Paetro.
This eighth book in the Women's Murder Club series is, as usual, an action-packed page turner. I enjoyed it more than some of the previous ones, so a 4 star rating.
This eighth book in the Women's Murder Club series is, as usual, an action-packed page turner. I enjoyed it more than some of the previous ones, so a 4 star rating.
Friday, June 5, 2009
Book #20 (Audio)
Manhunting by Jennifer Crusie. Read by Renee Raudman.
More silly romance for the summer. Only 6 CDs. Cute story of a 30-something successful business woman who decides to pursue marriage the way she pursues all her other goals - with a plan. There's no real surprise when the man she falls for doesn't meet any of the requirements of her plan.
I'll go with 3.5 stars - enjoyable, but no real urgency to keep listening. This is not the "I'll just sit in the car for a few minutes even though I'm home because I really want to know what happens next" type of story. But, then again, it doesn't try to be.
Warning: When I first started listening, the reader's voice really grated on my nerves, but I got used to it, and by the second CD, it didn't bother me.
More silly romance for the summer. Only 6 CDs. Cute story of a 30-something successful business woman who decides to pursue marriage the way she pursues all her other goals - with a plan. There's no real surprise when the man she falls for doesn't meet any of the requirements of her plan.
I'll go with 3.5 stars - enjoyable, but no real urgency to keep listening. This is not the "I'll just sit in the car for a few minutes even though I'm home because I really want to know what happens next" type of story. But, then again, it doesn't try to be.
Warning: When I first started listening, the reader's voice really grated on my nerves, but I got used to it, and by the second CD, it didn't bother me.
Book #19
Summer on Blossom Street by Debbie Macomber. The fourth book in the series about a yarn store in Seattle (A Good Yarn) and the people around it. It revisits the characters from the previous books and adds some new ones to the mix.
Ok, I admit I like a happy ending and I'm not a huge fan of conflict, so this book was a nice, relaxing read for me. As such, I'm giving it 4.5 stars. Call it a "beach read" or "chick lit", but I really enjoyed it.
Anyone who prefers great literature and lofty themes should steer clear of Debbie M and her novels.
Ok, I admit I like a happy ending and I'm not a huge fan of conflict, so this book was a nice, relaxing read for me. As such, I'm giving it 4.5 stars. Call it a "beach read" or "chick lit", but I really enjoyed it.
Anyone who prefers great literature and lofty themes should steer clear of Debbie M and her novels.
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