I kept vacillating between 2* and 4*. Kate's aggressive behavior issues bothered me. Yes, I understand it would be difficult to be a female Chief of PI kept vacillating between 2* and 4*. Kate's aggressive behavior issues bothered me. Yes, I understand it would be difficult to be a female Chief of Police in a profession dominated by males. In the end, I went with 4* because the Amish background was very interesting, the writing was not in the least bit juvenile (important to me), and, overall, it was a good book. I even ordered copies of the next two books in the series :-) ...more
I was fascinated by this book! The story line was compelling, there weren't thousands of characters to try to remember, the writing was superb, and MuI was fascinated by this book! The story line was compelling, there weren't thousands of characters to try to remember, the writing was superb, and Mustafa (Esteban) was a loveable hero. I'm keeping this book because I know I'll want to revisit it in the future....more
Hands down, the best book I've read in years (and I'm a voracious reader). Not only well-written, but the topics of the dust bowl and migration of peoHands down, the best book I've read in years (and I'm a voracious reader). Not only well-written, but the topics of the dust bowl and migration of people to CA during the Great Depression was riveting. Experiencing hardship, deprivation, and exploitation by CA farmers, the migrating characters imagined by Kristin Hannah are endearing and incredibly, painfully memorable. The Four Winds will stick with me for years to come, and should I start forgetting it in my waning years, I've kept my copy to re-read :-) ...more
At last!! I finished the series!!! Sometimes I became really testy about Shardlake and his need to be so nosey about everyone and considered himself tAt last!! I finished the series!!! Sometimes I became really testy about Shardlake and his need to be so nosey about everyone and considered himself to be the savior of all folks. But I stuck it out, and glad I did! Well worth reading the whole series!...more
Sansom does an amazing job of transporting the reader back to 16th century England and the intrigues and controversies among elite rulers and manipulaSansom does an amazing job of transporting the reader back to 16th century England and the intrigues and controversies among elite rulers and manipulators. I tired, at times, of the slow, descriptive pages, but recognize their importance in setting the stage. By the end of the book, I had come to the realization that I did not, do not like Shardlake. He sets himself on a single-minded mission and draws his colleagues in for execution of his plans without ever considering that his quest is putting their lives in danger. I realize he and Barak are fictitious, but I state, without reservation, that Barak is a better man than Shardlake!!! I have one more tome to finish: Tombland. I really want to finish this series and be done with it. Yet I must admit I've learned a treasure trove about the reign of Henry VIII and England of that era....more
A daunting book I was reluctant to read because over 600 pages. But so glad I did - I think it's the best of the series so far. Ready to plow into #6 A daunting book I was reluctant to read because over 600 pages. But so glad I did - I think it's the best of the series so far. Ready to plow into #6 of the series, Lamentation. Only 706 pgs :-)...more
A brilliant book! The end quote of Adrienne Rich sums up the book perfectly: "The connections between and among women are the most feared, the most prA brilliant book! The end quote of Adrienne Rich sums up the book perfectly: "The connections between and among women are the most feared, the most problematic, and the most potentially transforming force on the planet."...more
Another excellent read. I'm in awe of Penman's writing, her organizational skills, and the intrigue she weaves. Sadly, I have only one, maybe two? booAnother excellent read. I'm in awe of Penman's writing, her organizational skills, and the intrigue she weaves. Sadly, I have only one, maybe two? books of hers to read, as she passed away in 2021. All of the books I've kept on my keeper shelf to re-read in the future....more
For some reason, I thought the ending just a bit improbable. But I'm continuing with the series. Overall it was an interesting read.For some reason, I thought the ending just a bit improbable. But I'm continuing with the series. Overall it was an interesting read....more
I finished the last of the published series - each book was as good as the preceding book, and I enjoyed 44 Scotland Street immensely - so much betterI finished the last of the published series - each book was as good as the preceding book, and I enjoyed 44 Scotland Street immensely - so much better than the No. 1 Ladies Detective Agency. ...more
I admit I tired of the many tangents McCall Smith embarks on. Only one more book to go, and I'll have finished the series. Then it will go in my "favoI admit I tired of the many tangents McCall Smith embarks on. Only one more book to go, and I'll have finished the series. Then it will go in my "favorites" bookcase for re-reading sometime in the distant future....more
I think this one is my favorite! Only two more to go, then the series will go in my "permanent" book collection in case I want to revisit in a few yeaI think this one is my favorite! Only two more to go, then the series will go in my "permanent" book collection in case I want to revisit in a few years, at which time I won't remember any of it :-) I like this series MUCH MORE than The No. 1 Ladies Detective Club (no Mma Makutsi :-) )...more
What a GREAT book!!!! I was glued to it all day (the dirty dishes can wait :-) I've read other EMP books, but this one takes the cake. Unlike the otheWhat a GREAT book!!!! I was glued to it all day (the dirty dishes can wait :-) I've read other EMP books, but this one takes the cake. Unlike the other books, the author of Turbulent delves into how the EMP affected the lives over VERY likeable characters (and some very UNlikeable characters). I feel like many of the likeable characters are family; that's how engrossed I was in the story. I'm off to order the rest of the series....more
Great post-apocalyptic novel! Very likeable characters. Interesting take on what life would be like if EMPs wiped out everything we are so used to. I Great post-apocalyptic novel! Very likeable characters. Interesting take on what life would be like if EMPs wiped out everything we are so used to. I liked it enough to order the next two books in the series :-)...more
I read this in a day. Couldn't put it down. It was excellent, and I've ordered the rest of the series. I'm smitten with Sebastien!I read this in a day. Couldn't put it down. It was excellent, and I've ordered the rest of the series. I'm smitten with Sebastien!...more
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