Read the Pulitzer Prize winning Middlesex? Me neither. Wandering through my seventh decade, I treasure time. I used to read the classics no matter how grueling and gut-wrenching, but now? Meh. Distinctions can be deceiving. Some of the smartest people I met over the years never earned a high-school diploma. Lots more swore off college. I’ve … Read more
Rating: 8.5 General Rating: Kidd amalgamates narration and dialogue to perfection in this touching tale of a motherless girl who runs away from an abusive father. Skip factor: 1% I skipped little. The writing was just too good. Who should read: All women, all ages. Summary: This is the story of Lily Owens who must come to terms … Read more
Rating: 9 This book challenged me. Yet, once I got past the Westover’s junkyard and herbal world, I was mesmerized by Tara’s journey. Skip factor: 8% At around 30% I called a friend and asked if the story improved. I did not like the junkyard or herbal lore at all. However, I hung … Read more
Rating: 10 BEST BOOK CLUB RATING General Rating: This novel is great from the beginning, meaty in the middle, and unable-to-put-down in the end. One of my all-time favorites, Defending Jacob is one of only two books I’ve read cover to cover twice. The surprise for me? … Read more
Rating: 7.5 General Rating: Great suspense but a little congested. Found this gem at a reading library at a NC Preserve! Who should read: Mystery and Women’s fiction lovers. Skip factor: 2% toward the end. I’m not rating this as high but it did keep my attention. Summary: I began writing this summary and realized there are … Read more
Rating: 9.5 General Rating: Reading this book is a little like going on a dinner date with a genius. You can’t insult him by leaving too soon, but he’s a tad confusing. Long-winded. Using proper utensils. Announcing the origins and imported flavors of every bite—in French. Then Latin. You’re out of your element, aren’t sure what … Read more
Deconstructed by Liz Talley Rating: 9 General Rating: A cute, easy read about a woman married to a cheater. Skip factor: 4% I skipped very little in this novel. Who should read: Any woman who’s ever been cheated on or had a friend whose husband cheated. Girls who like beach reads … Read more
