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A Reader posted a review at 2011-06-22 11:43:34 for A Beginner's Guide To Acting English.
(Language: English)
 
A lovely, sad, funny book about an Irani family who had to move to England. It really gives a sense of both cultures. I also was a child during this time in history & this book gave me a better understanding of what really happened.
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A Reader posted a review at 2011-06-22 11:39:56 for Greenmantle.
(Language: English)
Fascinating! Buchan is definitely dated, but for someone into history, that may be a plus. Gives a good taste of Europe between the Wars. Great adventure!
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A Reader posted a review at 2011-02-09 08:48:53 for A Beginner's Guide to Acting English.
(Language: English)
Really interesting read. Learned a lot about English and Irani life. What a life!
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A Reader posted a review at 2010-10-28 08:24:17 for Good Omens: The Nice and Accurate Prophecies of Agnes Nutter, Witch (Discworld).
(Language: English)
Gaiman & Pratchett are two of my fave living authors. You'd think that I'd think this book is the epitome of all things good then. But somehow, it just doesn't seem to equal the sum of its (authors') parts. Don't get me wrong, it's still quite a good adventure. I just had higher expectations for the novel...
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A Reader posted a review at 2010-09-28 10:38:47 for Reaper Man (Discworld).
(Language: English)
Pratchett does it again. If you enjoy the Discworld books, this book is a MUST!
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A Reader posted a review at 2010-09-28 10:37:55 for The Help.
(Language: English)
Wow! Powerful book! Written in several different voices, which helped give a bigger picture of what was happening in the deep South during the 1960s. Couldn't put the book down!!
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A Reader posted a review at 2010-09-28 10:35:31 for Falcons of France. An Epic Novel of Lafayette Flying Corps of World War I Fame..
(Language: English)
Rollicking good adventure. Not particularly well-written (at least not the abridged version). Fascinating story though.
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A Reader posted a review at 2010-08-27 10:52:26 for Living in a Foreign Language: A Memoir of Food, Wine, and Love in Italy.
(Language: English)
Nice little non-fiction memoir about a couple's move to Umbria. If you like long descriptions of the little things, such as how to shop in an Italian village, it's an interesting read. The author truly is obsessed with food. This book will make you hungry - for Italian food & for Italy!
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A Reader posted a review at 2010-07-29 02:43:46 for The Reading Group.
(Language: English)
One of two books we read 2010.
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A Reader posted a review at 2010-07-29 02:42:49 for Testimony: A Novel.
(Language: English)
One of our 2010 books.
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A Reader posted a review at 2010-07-28 02:40:40 for The Piano Tuner.
(Language: English)
Well written adventure. Learned more about Burma and piano-tuning in a very fun way. Very surprising little read!
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A Reader posted a review at 2010-07-18 09:29:35 for Animal, Vegetable, Miracle: A Year of Food Life (P.S.) (P.S. (Paperback)).
(Language: English)
There's something for everyone in this book. Kingsolver has already proven herself as a great novelist - now she's written a more personal book - and done just as well. This book is one part informative, one part entertaining, one part inspiring, and one part challenging. The whole is a recipe for a fabulous read.
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A Reader posted a review at 2010-07-18 09:22:02 for The Long Dark Tea-Time of the Soul.
(Language: English)
Quirky and fun. If you're a Douglas Adams fan, you must pick this one up. (Note: it is a sequel, although I really don't think they're that sequential.)
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A Reader posted a review at 2010-06-16 10:28:08 for Surprised by Prayer: The Wonderful Ways God Answers.
(Language: English)
Inspiring, heart-warming, & convicting all at once. Gave my own prayer-life a little jump-start.
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A Reader posted a review at 2010-05-20 10:36:56 for Testimony: A Novel.
(Language: English)
Reading it for a book club. Not enjoying it so far - will update when I finish...
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A Reader posted a review at 2010-05-18 05:35:22 for Holes.
(Language: English)
Lovely little book about friendship, family, & redemption.
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A Reader posted a review at 2010-05-18 12:03:38 for The Ultimate Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy.
(Language: English)
Hilarious sci-fi. Instant classic.
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A Reader posted a review at 2010-05-15 12:45:50 for The Mere Mortal's Guide to Fine Dining: From Salad Forks to Sommeliers, How to Eat and Drink in Style Without Fear of Faux Pas.
(Language: English)
Figured I'd just read bits & pieces of this book, but it was so interesting that I read the whole thing. It made me want to go out to a real restaurant.
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A Reader posted a review at 2010-05-15 07:03:35 for The Poisonwood Bible: A Novel (P.S.).
(Language: English)
Amazing. So well-written. It was a little hard to take at first, one character was so harsh, but it was worth getting through that part. Very unique in that each chapter tells the story in a different person's voice. You really get a personal & historical perspective on what happened in the the transition of the Congo. Kingsolver is one of the greats of our age.
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A Reader posted a review at 2010-05-15 07:00:23 for 700 Sundays.
(Language: English)
Fascinating bio - especially if you're a fan.
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A Reader posted a review at 2010-05-15 06:54:43 for THE SECRET LIFE OF BEES.
(Language: English)
powerful, redemptive
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A Reader posted a review at 2010-05-15 06:53:20 for Law of Love.
(Language: English)
Intense - especially since there's an accompanying music soundtrack to go with. Very good!
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A Reader posted a review at 2010-05-15 06:45:46 for Soul Survivor: How Thirteen Unlikely Mentors Helped My Faith Survive the Church.
(Language: English)
Not what I was expecting. Very inspiring bios on some really interesting people. Will definitely read again.
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A Reader posted a review at 2010-05-15 06:44:07 for Not Becoming My Mother: And Other Things She Taught Me Along the Way.
(Language: English)
If you're a fan of Reichl, this book helps give a complete picture of her life. And more recipes!
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A Reader posted a review at 2010-05-15 06:42:56 for Comfort Me with Apples: More Adventures at the Table.
(Language: English)
What a life this woman has had. And this book tells about only part of it. Interesting story - and delicious recipes. Several of the recipes have already become family favorites in my house!
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