I officially have Delicious Library on my computer now and absolutely love it. My niece came over this weekend and scanned hundreds of books into the program. It's so easy. You just hold the bar code up to the computer's built in camera. The book is scanned and a male voice announces the title and author. Then all the other info goes in, like publisher, price, synopsis and even recommendations (taken from Amazon, which I don't read anyway). The books are all placed on a shelf and if I give one out, I just drag the book to the person's name and it's recorded. I feel so organized! (Unfortunately, Delicious Library is only for Macs at this time)
Rhia's story continues as she uses her spirit aspect Crow to bring peace to the countless dead, victims of the occupation and subjugation of their lands. Through her own tragedy and sorrow, she aids the Spirit-guided defenders who use their magically superior strengths and talents to resist. But even the spirits grow tired of unending war and atrocity, and strength must be found through compassion, love and sacrifice.
The Reawakened concludes the Aspect of Crow trilogy, and fulfills the expectations raised in Eyes of Crow and Voice of Crow. I read and enjoy a lot of books, and series of books, and when I'm done, I can move along. Sometimes, though, there are stories that are special enough to touch me, and I will go back to them again and again. This is one of those. Aspect of Crow is more than just enjoyable; it is memorable.
The characters, Samara, a woman seeking vengeance for the death of her family, Maggie, a mother searching for her husband who abducted their son, and Detective Daniel Graham, who is trying to find the answer to this puzzle and his own personal problems, all converge in the final chapters of this suspenseful book.
A real thriller of a book, set up to squeeze out every last drop of suspense. The characters are displayed individually, explaining their reasons to be part of a jigsaw puzzle which when completed will alter history.
Six seconds to go and ...... what an exciting read!
Famous musician, Joley Drake, lives life on the edge. But when her life is in danger she turns to the one man who she knows she can trust. Or can she? Ilya Prakenskii is secretive about his past, but the one thing he is open about is his feelings for Joley. They join forces to take down the power that threatens her, but his secretive past just may put her in even more danger then they can handle. They both have powers that know no bounds, but when they combine will the aftershocks be more then they bargained for?
I love to read a good paranormal every now and then, and when I picked up this Christine Feehan novel I had no idea what I was getting into. There's passion, intrigue, magic, mystery, and conflict; everything you need in a book right? I loved this book so much, that I had to go back and read the first books in her Drake Sisters series. All the books are amazing, but I think this one, Turbulent Sea, is my absolute favorite.
August Brill, 72, lives with his daughter, 47, and his granddaughter, 23, while recovering from a car accident. Suffering from insomnia he makes up stories during the dark of the night to avoid dealing with his wife's death and the murder of his granddaughter's boyfriend.
The story August tells is of an ordinary man, Owen Brick, who is plucked from his ordinary life and thrown into an alternate America which is in the middle of a civil war with state after state pulling away from the union. It is a stark, violent and unfathomable world and the story intensifies as Brill tries desperately to avoid his own pain. He is joined in the early hours of the night by his also sleepless granddaughter. He guardedly at first and then more openly shares the story of his marriage in a truthful, poignant way. His relationship grows stronger with his granddaughter in the telling of his own story.
This is an intelligently written, imaginative story within a story. The parallels between the two Americas and Brill and the character he creates during the night are gripping. His depiction of his marriage and his relationship with his granddaughter engender warm emotions in the reader. Overall an intriguing, fanciful and satisfying read.
When the beautiful Breton queen Delia puts herself forward to negotiate the release of her tribesmen, Roman Centurion Marius is enthralled with her wit and bravery. Delia, for her part, is intrigued with the commander in a way she's never experienced. Their passion flares, but when duty demands his strict adherence, neither is sure they can bear the consequences.
I was engrossed by The Centurion and the Queen, and didn't put it down. I've always enjoyed more those historical novels that are based on researched events and people, than those that are simply placed in some past era. And though I'm no historian, I've always been intrigued by how the western world was changed by the Roman occupancy. Minnette Meador's romance story touches on events in the British Isles that did shape history, but leaves the reader hoping that, even in those harsh and cruel times, there could have been a happily ever-after.
Maxwell Brook never expected to gain the title Duke of Lyle, but when a series of fires kill the men that stood in line before him, he sets out to find the mastermind behind them. Clues lead him to Rev. Stephen Holt who claims to know the identities of the arsonists, but refuses to name names. Max incarcerates him, and then goes after his widowed sister Lady Kate Fairchild. Kate couldn't figure out why her brother wouldn't give the man the information that he needed. But to help release her brother she threatens to publish a book of illicit details that could ruin the reputations of a lot of people. But someone doesn't want that book to be published, and is after Lady Kate's life.
I have read Christine Wells first book Scandals Daughter and was looking forward to reading this new release. Now after finishing it I think you all should add it to your TBR pile. Maxwell doesn't just have the mystery of who killed his family, but one of who's out to kill his lady love. This dual mystery gives this novel a juicy twist that I know will keep you guessing until the very end.
A fast moving mystery about a small town murder, the most obvious person is arrested, but did he really do it. Snap Malek is a local police reporter who finds himself personally involved. The victim is his cousin's wife, and the primary suspect is his cousin. Snap is convinced of his cousin's innocence and while investigating the details of the murder, gets to the know the locals at their daily watering hole. This cast of characters will bring in some reasonable doubt.
Nothing like a historical mystery set in post world war II Chicago to get your brain cells working. Frank Lloyd Wright even has a role and I really enjoy it when real life mixes in with fiction. So decide for yourself who is the most likely killer.
Bottom Line: Thanks to everyone for the wonderful birthday wishes yesterday. Celebrated with German chocolate cake...and maybe a little vanilla fudge swirl ice cream. Yummm.
October 8, 2008 In response to:WW Ladies Book Club Blurbs Edie Ramer commented:
The German chocolate cake sounds yummy. When I was first married, I made it from scratch a couple times, and then found out it tastes as good from a mix. :)
Thanks to the blurbers. I found three books to add to my TBR pile.
October 8, 2008 In response to:WW Ladies Book Club Blurbs Mel Francis commented:
Delicious Library sounds absolutely Delicious! Must try it! Yay for Macs!
October 8, 2008 In response to:WW Ladies Book Club Blurbs mary s commented:
Thanks again Barb for bringing us together re: these great books & the great women who read/review them! So good to know of the authors too! Hope your birthday was great!
October 8, 2008 In response to:WW Ladies Book Club Blurbs Shari Anton commented:
Glad you enjoyed your birthday! Thanks for the blurbs, ladies. It's going to cost me, again, and I don't mind at all.
October 8, 2008 In response to:WW Ladies Book Club Blurbs Marilyn AKA The Playground Monitor commented:
I'll have to get Death in Pilsen for my son. He's an architect and loves the work of Frank Lloyd Wright.
Great job once again ladies. I'm simply amazed at your insight into books.
Delicious Library sounds interesting, but alas I not only don't have a computer camera, I don't have a Mac. You have the neatest gadgets, Barbara.
October 8, 2008 In response to:WW Ladies Book Club Blurbs Angie Fox commented:
Argh - reason 573 why I wish I had a Mac.
Thanks for the wonderful book reviews. I always like to add to my list. And you're right - The Centurian and The Queen was an amazing book. I was extremely impressed with the level of detail.
October 8, 2008 In response to:WW Ladies Book Club Blurbs Margie Lawson commented:
Great line up of must-read books, and must-read authors. Fabulous!
Jeri Smith-Ready ALWAYS provides a read that's stellar. Strong story. Strong writing craft. And anyone who knows me, knows I'm all about empowering writing craft. ;-)))
BARBARA -- You're in so much trouble. I have a bad case of MAC-envy. Reading about DELICIOUS LIBRARY -- my MAC-envy syndrome has escalated to incurable!
October 8, 2008 In response to:WW Ladies Book Club Blurbs Marie-Claude Bourque commented:
I adore the Drake Sister Series. Yes, passion, conflict and also deep realistic characters. I cannot wait to read the latest in the series!
October 8, 2008 In response to:WW Ladies Book Club Blurbs Nancy Haddock commented:
Ooooh, thanks for all the recommeded reading! I adore Jeri's work, and Minnette's is on my TBR pile! And the rest, well, let's just say I continue to support the publishing industry.
Barbara, Delicious Library makes me want to run out for a big MAC!
Light,
Nancy
October 8, 2008 In response to:WW Ladies Book Club Blurbs Anna Campbell commented:
Barbara, I always love the book blurbs. Sounds like there's some great reading coming up for me! I've read Christine Wells's THE DANGEROUS DUKE and, oh, my is it a fantastic book! Witty and sensual and suspenseful. More please!
October 8, 2008 In response to:WW Ladies Book Club Blurbs Nancy Northcott commented:
Barbara, these are wonderful descriptions! The only book I've read so far is THE DANGEROUS DUKE, which was wonderful. I'm so glad to see it featured here. Anna Campbell described it well.
October 8, 2008 In response to:WW Ladies Book Club Blurbs Christine Wells commented:
Anna and Nancy, you're too kind. Thanks so much, Banditas!
October 8, 2008 In response to:WW Ladies Book Club Blurbs Tawny Weber commented:
I just read The Dangerous Duke and I loved it! I have to give a whoohooo for Christine Wells, she's such a clever writer who creates strong, enticing characters.
October 8, 2008 In response to:WW Ladies Book Club Blurbs Tawny Weber commented:
I just read The Dangerous Duke and I loved it! I have to give a whoohooo for Christine Wells, she's such a clever writer who creates strong, enticing characters.
October 9, 2008 In response to:WW Ladies Book Club Blurbs Christine Wells commented:
Thanks Tawny! That's lovely of you to say.
October 9, 2008 In response to:WW Ladies Book Club Blurbs Christine Wells commented:
I officially have Delicious Library on my computer now and absolutely love it. My niece came over this weekend and scanned hundreds of books into the program. It's so easy. You just hold the bar code up to the computer's built in camera. The book is scanned and a male voice announces the title and author. Then all the other info goes in, like publisher, price, synopsis and even recommendations (taken from Amazon, which I don't read anyway). The books are all placed on a shelf and if I give one out, I just drag the book to the person's name and it's recorded. I feel so organized! (Unfortunately, Delicious Library is only for Macs at this time)
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