"The Frightened Man" by Kenneth Cameron

This is a departure from what I am used to reading but I'd figure I'd try something new.

The frightened man is a mystery about the revival of Jack the Ripper. It takes place in London, of course, and is set in the early 1900's or late 1800's is my guess. This case is grudgingly taken on by a 'Sherlock Holmes' type of character, although he is an American in this book. The book is intriguing and you won't see the end coming. It lacks the creepy atmosphere that comes with mystery books BUT Cameron does make his characters real. I can actually picture them in my mind in certain situations.

I did get a bit confused with the dialogue in the beginning because Cameron kind of throws you into the story with no warning. All in all it was a good read and I have decided to read the sequel called "The Bohemian Girl".

2 1/2 Stars
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"The Overnight Socialite" by Bridie Clark

If you like My Fair Lady you will like this book. It is very similiar (if not the same) storyline as the movie. I love those kinds of plots so the book was a fun read for me.

The charachters are cute and easy to follow. I'm a sucker for books with a successful makeover. If you are looking for a light fun read, this will be it. Of course it is a bit predictable but again, entertaining.

Happy Reading
2 Stars because of the predictability

A little note

If you have a book in mind that you are unsure if you want to read-let me know. I can read it and give it a review OR perhaps someon has read it and would gladly review it for you.

Happy Halloween all!!


And of course, Happy Reading!

"Lima Nights" by Marie Arana

This book is a feast for the senses. The author, Marie Arana, is a master at describing the atmosphere and emotions in this book. The surroundings are vibrant with color and music and the characters are so real, it makes you feel their desire, pain, and loneliness.

This book is about a married man who falls in love with the young girl in Lima, Peru. It's a story about this unlucky relationship and the consequenses of these two charachters desires. It then flashes forward 20 years and we see how the couple is surviving after all these years. We realize that there were motives to this relationship. Its a sad book but very engrossing, you won't want to put it down-just to see what happens when the affair is discovered.

3 Stars
Review by Edith C

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"Insatiable" by Meg Cabot

For those of you who aren't familiar with Meg Cabot-she is the author of all the Princess Diaries books, as well as some Chick Lit (ie, Queen of Babble series, etc). I normally love her books, they are funny, witty and a fun read. Not so with this book. This was her first try at paranormal romance and it wasn't pretty.

"Insatiable" is a twist on the Dracula/Mina storyline except it is happening in present day. The story, for me, was a slow read (and I LOVE vampire books). The storyline was a bit boring and the charachters not interesting. I didn't feel the emotion or the thrill that normally comes with good paranormal thriller books. I did finish the book since I am not one to leave a story unfinished. It turns out there will be a sequel and I'm not that interested.

Very disappointing-she should stick to what she knows best.

1 1/2 stars
Review by Edith C

A note

I've posted the reviews for the Fever series. Enjoy!

Happy Reading!!

"The Girl Who Fell From the Sky" by Heidi Durrow

If you like books that give you a little mystery while unraveling a poignant story then this is the book for you.

This book tries to piece together what happened on a day where a little girl and her family fell from their apartment building. It follows the lives of those who were touched by this tragedy yet also the author keeps you guessing as to the cause of the event. It is well written and tugged at my heart. I generally stay away from books that make me cry BUT they are so good sometimes. This is one of them.

I don't give it a complete four stars just because I did feel at times that there was a lot going on. There are many people's perspectives and it was a little trying to make connections.

3 Stars
Review by Edith C

"French Women Don't Get Fat" by Mireille Guiliano

French Women Don't Get Fat by Mireille Guiliano





I picked up this book at the library and fell in love with it. It has GREAT little techniques on how to slim down. The book focuses on smaller portions along with healthy food. It doesn't eliminate sweets, for those who have a sweet tooth, but promotes moderation.

The book also reads like a fiction book and not a stuffy non-fiction book, which I loved. This helps immensely with fiction readers like me. I am addicted to the book and have opted to purchase it to add it to my collection. The recipes in her book are quick and she gives easy tips to store the food and left over ideas!

Three Stars!
Post by Edith C.

"The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society" by Mary Ann Shaffer

It takes place in 1946 after the occupation by the German army. The book is a series of letters discussing the impact of the occupation on the people of Guernsey. Heartwarming and funny. It made me want to visit the islands after listening to the book. Four stars

Review by Gail R.

"Dreamfever" by Karen Marie Moning

Dum Da Dum Dum Dummmmmm

Book 4 will have you crying out in joy

One word for this book: Finally.
No really-that's it


Okay, if you are reading the 4th book, you are caught. I'm not giving a review of what's going on because you obviously have probably read the book before even reading this post. As well you should!

AND if you aren't reading it-get to it!

Favorite part of the book: The whole book
Grosses part of the book: The end

REMEMBER: The fifth book isn't out until January 2011. Don't cry!

Happy Reading!

"Faefever" by Karen Marie Moning

Book 3 is the ultimate page turner!

Now, All Hallow's Eve is fast approaching (the day where the worlds will clash). Everyone is preparing for what may happen. All the while Barrons, Mac and V'lane are desperately trying to find the Book. Naturally, the three hold a fine alliance to try to find the book for the greater good. The Dark Hallows comes into play in this book and so does more of Christian Mackeltar! Yippee! Also, we meet an independant fiesty Danni, who plays an integral part in this plot. She's a sassy one.

There are so many good Barrons vs Mac scenes in this book. By this point, you are dying to find out what could Barrons possibly be? We see a little emotion from him in this book-which is odd. The book ends abruptly...you'll be dying to continue the scene so HAVE THE FOURTH BOOK HANDY! Yes, I am yelling it out. Trust me, you will want to have it in hand.

This book is a page turner so be prepared for a fast read on this one.
Favorite part of the book: The Voice lessons
Grossest part of the book: The end of the book

Happy Reading!

"Bloodfever" by Karen Marie Moning

Book 2 in the Fever Series

Back for more?
Now that Mac has found what she was looking for, she needs to prepare in order to win the war (this coincides with revenge for her sister). This book gives us a little more detail on V'lane and Barrons-but just enough to keep wanting more! The search is on for the book and sometimes the journey is much more fascinating than the actual goal. We are introduced to another charachter, Christian MacKeltar, who gets added to the list of ever growing handsome males. But the mystery deepens too of course, a villain thought dead comes back to haunt Mac. And finally the realization that she is slowly becoming a different person after being witness to so much violence. The book ends with another realization for Mac and this time its with consequences.

This book, in my opinion is the slowest of the four out so far. Just because Moning is establishing some ground rules in this one. It's easy to be carried away with the story but you have to be on your toes! Everything mentioned in the book has some relevance at one point in time...

Favorite part of the book: The DVD being left in Mac's room
Grossest part of the book: A new munchie to add to the menu-double yuck!!

Happy Reading!

"Darkfever" by Karen Marie Moning

Well here goes-where do I begin with this fantastic series?

This book starts with Mac (a smart glitzy blonde at this point) finds out that her sister was murdered in Ireland. By traveling to Ireland, Mac tries to find her siste's killer. Along the way, she realizes that she is part of an ancient line of 'sidhe-seers' or people who can see fae. Of course, she meets this mysterious man who she doesn't trust and we, as readers, start to have fantasies about! :P I digress....This first book is all about Mac discovering who she is and it also reveals a little bit of what she is going to have to go through to solve this murder. A war is coming between man and fae and Mac just stumbled onto things she hasn't even begun to dream of (or in this case, have nightmares).

For those of you who have read it or will be reading it: Is it wrong to get a spark of sexiness from Derek O'Bannion? I think it has something to do with Irish bad boys? Yes? No?

Favorite part of the book: Barrons painting Mac's nails-you'll see
Grossest part of the book: The papers floating in the wind...creepy

SIDE NOTE: This series is 5 books long. The last book is not out until January of 2011. So don't despair! Happy Reading!!

Welcome

Hi all,
after hearing how much all of you enjoyed reading Karen Marie Moning's Fever Series, I decided-'hey why not let everyone know?'. Hence my idea for a community book site, so everyone knows all the good (and bad) reads there are out there.

Hopefully this will be beneficial for all you travelers who might be looking for good books to read.

Comments, suggestions and questions are always welcomed. If you have a book that would like to be reviewed, I will do my best to review or find someone who has read it review it for you. If you have a review that you would like to submit, please just email it to me and I will post it. My goal is to attach the cover of the book as well so everyone can see it too!

I work at a library-so no book is off limits. I do enjoy reading Paranormal anything (mystery, romance, thriller), Young Adult books, Classic Lit, Chick Lit, all Romance novels, Some Mystery ant Thriller, etc. I'm pretty much open to anything.

So let's have some fun!