Wow! This book should be read by every American. If you ever wanted to know what a soldier’s life is like in Iraq, this is the way to find out. The author lets us in on everything, from doing the laundry, to what he feels about America, the family life he’s missing, the differences in social attitudes of Americans and the Iraqis, the soldiers’ generosity to the children, and of course, fighting in a war. Author Kelley reveals his feelings in writing that at times is close to poetic and always straight from the heart.

Excellent! Highly recommended.

Author Brown has created a wonderful hero in Vietnam veteran, Major Westfall. This thriller is fast-paced and told from the point-of-view of the Major. No longer a young warrior, he is diabetic, living a solitary life with his dog. Set in the Pacific Northwest, the author lets us see the settings as the story progresses. A phone call from a friend jolts the Major awake and begins the quest which leads him into dark and forbidden territory. The action and danger never lets up and will keep the reader turning pages.

Highly recommended for everyone loving an action-packed thriller.

A most unusual concept, this is the story of a teen named Roci living on the planet Cory, though he doesn’t appear often. Most of the story is told about a family who are trying to save the planet they live on. Though I’d call the novel a fantasy, it is really much more.

The author has invented a curious concept that isn’t as clear as it might be—Roci is the one who has created in his own mind what happens throughout most of the books. Readers of fantasy and science fiction may enjoy For Cory’s Sake.

The body of a woman missing for two years turns up. When the autopsy is one and it’s determined the woman died only days earlier, the man convicted for her murder is released.

Beginning with a thud against a boat, the story accelerates from there. Intriguing characters and lots of action push the compelling and complex mystery along. Recommended for all mystery and thriller lovers.

Tinna’s Promise is an intriguing fantasy, filled with fascinating characters and creatures that populate this imaginary world. Filled with adventure, Tinna’s quest leads her into challenging situations, unknown places, and causes her to make almost impossible changes in herself and the world she lives in. I’m recommending this as a satisfying novel for all fantasy lovers.

An intriguing workbook as told through a teenage student, Kylie O’ Connor about different mythical nations. Along with the description of the various nations are explanations of different words used often in fantasies. There are also detailed description of the many creatures and peoples who populate fantasies. Unusual in its make-up, this book might be something anyone interested in fantasy would enjoy.

In this sweet romance, the heroine, Rita Sterling, is her hopes of having a stable and happy home with the man of her dreams settles on someone who has all the attributes she’s been looking for. Unfortunately, something important is missing—love. It isn’t long before this man begins to sow his true colors and they aren’t pleasant. A stranger enters Rita’s life—Vittorio delle Rose—and the attraction between the two of them is instant.

Author Plassay has written a sweet and satisfying novel that will satisfy readers with a romantic heart.

When only four, the heroine of this romance, Delila Love, learned she was a foster child who had been abandoned by her mother. An unhappy childhood as she moved from one made her vulnerable to anyone offering love and affection. When it happened, it was with the wrong person and she nearly lost her life.

A dedicated pediatrics nurse, Delila has devoted her life to the children she cares for. When Delila is urged to rejoin the dating scene by her roommate, she is reluctant. An attraction begins with a handsome stranger she meets at a party. Many of her doubts and insecurities reemerge causing major difficulties for the blossoming romance.

For those who love sweet romances with happy endings, Abandoned Love is the book for you.

This is a fantastic book—one that could easily be made into a thrilling, block-buster movie.

Well-written with believable characters, this is a top-notch military novel that not only reveals the workings of the Navy’s bomb squad but give insight into the women and families who love the men who have a job that could easily result in death each time they leave home. Lt. Jazz Jascinski is a true hero—but one with real-life vulnerabilities. A real page-turner, Proximity is highly recommended.

Beginning with a computer glitch, kindergarten teacher, Liza Wilcox becomes interested in the stabbing death of another kindergarten teacher named Danielle Slammers. Out of school for the summer and curious because of the similarities between herself and the dead woman, she hops into her car along with her trusty dog and heads to Clainsworth, Oregon to learn more about the murder. Apple pots, an apple festival and a slew of intriguing town people lead Liza on a complicated and mysterious trail in her quest to find out the truth about the dead woman’s murder.

A fascinating and fun cozy.

Near the beginning of the book is a checklist of the roadblocks to a confident life, a insightful list that everyone should read. I have a feeling that some may be surprised, as I was.

The 10 practices for confident life are listed, but each chapter explains more about the practices and why and how a person should develop them into his or her being.

The author has a straight-forward and easy to follow plan that will help anyone become more confident and happy as they live life on a fuller and far more pleasant basis.

Highly recommended.

Though we all have read about the Dead Sea Scrolls most of us don’t really know much about them except what we read in the paper or might have been discussed from the pulpit. The topics discussed are thought provoking.

Though I read the Bible regularly, I’m not a scholar and certainly have heard about the Dead Sea Scrolls, I never really understood much about them. What I liked best about this book is that it addressed each question that was brought up in a straight-forward and easy enough manner for any layman to understand.

Recommended for anyone curious and wanting to know more about the Dead Sea Scrolls.

Dr. Robinson introduces the real premise that work can be as addicting as any substance. He gives case studies to prove his assertion, then goes on to describe the myths and realities of being addicted to work. What I know to be true in my own life, it’s far too easy to keep on working when you have a Blackberry or iPhone and/or a laptop computer to haul along with you wherever you go.

The book goes on to help the workaholic recognize his/her addition and tips for all those who love or have any kind of relationship with the workaholic.

This is an outstanding guide for anyone who might suspect himself of being a workaholic because of the advice for recognizing the problem and how to change.

Highly recommended.

Spirit Feathers is a thin volume containing three very different short stories. The first, Talk to Me, is about a woman traveling and meeting a curious old soul. Just One tells the story of one woman’s bravery in the face of a deadly tornado. In Shadows an man is plagued by guilt.

Each story will cause the reader to think.

Science fiction mixed in with historic figures and truth happenings, make this a fascinating read.

Author Ball, has managed to intertwine a fictional universe with our earth as we know it. Highly imaginative, Don’t Mess With Earth is recommended for all lovers of science fiction and fantasy. A fun read.

Believe it or not, this books concepts are based on what worked or didn’t work with the author’s tiny dog, Tazie. Though that might seem a bit far-fetched, believe me, it works. The author gives some simple and workable instructions that work on the job and at home.

The vignettes about Tazie lighten what is a serious subject, making it easy to read and conceptualize the training tips and the ways to enhance one’s management skills.

The Tazie Effect, though a small book, is clearly written and dispels the necessary knowledge to be a great team manager.

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