Although nothing like the book I expected it to be, this was a great read. I was unaware that it was part of a series, but that did not make the book Although nothing like the book I expected it to be, this was a great read. I was unaware that it was part of a series, but that did not make the book any less enjoyable. As someone who subscribes to the Magdalene Theories, I enjoyed reading about a Mary Magdalen who was literally a whore, a woman of passion and a priestess all in one. Having her speak with a modern tongue added to the book's flavor, in my opinion....more
I don't even know how to describe Life of Pi. I tried reading it years ago and just could not get into it. This time I could not put it down. It is liI don't even know how to describe Life of Pi. I tried reading it years ago and just could not get into it. This time I could not put it down. It is literary magic. Definitely not what I expected, yet so much more than I thought it would be. This is a fascinating book....more
This is one of the best books I have ever read. It is full of smiles, laughter & tears. The characters leap off the pages and become part of your lifeThis is one of the best books I have ever read. It is full of smiles, laughter & tears. The characters leap off the pages and become part of your life. When you finish the last page, you will sit in silence for a while, wishing it were not over and wishing the author were not deceased so you had another book to look forward to. Amazing writing. I keep an extra copy on hand at all times to loan people, it is that good!...more
This book is incredible. The characters, developed in the form of correspondance between them, are remarkable. I knew nothing about the German occupatThis book is incredible. The characters, developed in the form of correspondance between them, are remarkable. I knew nothing about the German occupation of the Channel Islands before starting this book and now I want to know more...more
I am LOVING this book! I really groove on alternate history and the added charm of literature is just right. Big THANK YOU to my bro-in-law for suggesI am LOVING this book! I really groove on alternate history and the added charm of literature is just right. Big THANK YOU to my bro-in-law for suggesting it!...more
I really enjoyed this read! It combines many of my favorite elements: history, mystery, a strong female protagonist and a splash of romance for fun. II really enjoyed this read! It combines many of my favorite elements: history, mystery, a strong female protagonist and a splash of romance for fun. I feel as though Emily is a new friend of mine, and cannot wait to see what she does next. There are so many lovely characters in this book, I enjoyed them all very much, except for Emily's mother, who is a bit of a shrew. I recommend this to anyone who enjoys the Victorian era, or is interested in antiquities as well as romance and mystery fans. Hats off to Tasha Alexander for what I hope is the first in a long and wonderful series!...more
This story had great potential, and I really liked the sections where he wrote from the dog's point of view. I got very caught up in the story, which This story had great potential, and I really liked the sections where he wrote from the dog's point of view. I got very caught up in the story, which had several strong characters and a plot that kept me wondering what was going to happen next. Unfortunately, to me the ending was a disappointment, and a real let down, which really impacted my overall enjoyment of the book. Until I read the end, I was sad the book was ending, but after reading the end, I was just sad. Just once I would like to see an author writing about dogs NOT kill a dog in the story. In this case, I kept thinking, "It should not have ended this way."...more
Not just a book, but an intimate glimpse into the correspondence between two unlikely friends. Really amazing. You will be totally immersed in the talNot just a book, but an intimate glimpse into the correspondence between two unlikely friends. Really amazing. You will be totally immersed in the tale and the correspondence itself. I hope you are inspired to create extraordinary corresponsence yourself!...more
Hands down the best book I have ever read. Thank god it is the beginning of a lengthy series. If I stay away from Outlander books too long I go into wHands down the best book I have ever read. Thank god it is the beginning of a lengthy series. If I stay away from Outlander books too long I go into withdrawal....more
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