Halobear1@aol.com
The Summons by John Grisham
He is back to his old writing style after taking a break with A Painted House and Skipping Christmas. So far the story line is intriguing and looks like it will be a good one.

GeoBarb636@aol.com
The Analyst by Jack Katzenbach. 5 stars.
Really enjoying it, hate to put it down.

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I'd Rather Laugh by Linda Richman. 2 stars.
Hearing Linda Richman speak in person was a wonderful experience, and her book recalled many inspiring, enjoyable, and touching moments. But it added little to the experience, simply expanding her personal presentation with a few more anecdotes and repetitions of her basic theme -- the need for laughter and fun in each of our lives to counter the pain that must invariably come to us all.
Falling Angels by Tracey Chevalier 4 stars
Set in London at the turn of the twentieth century, this novel focuses on two families, and especially on the young daughters in those families as they come of age amidst Victorian mores, and respond to the personal and political events of the times. Excellent character development in an easy to read style.
The Hunger Moon by Suzanne Matson. 4 stars.
A story of three women who come together at very different points in their lives, and the impact each has on the others as they come to terms with their life circumstances. For me the only disappointment was the limited attention given to Eleanor, the oldest of the three, who could also have been the most interesting of the three.

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Seven Up by Janet Evanovich. 4 stars.
Though the story line was somewhat predictable, I always got a good laugh.
The First Time by Joy Fielding
Not what I expected, very different from her previous books that I have read, but not a bad read so far.

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Deck The Hall by Marry Higgins Clark & Carol Higgins Clark
I found it to be not as "can't wait to turn the next page" as her latest works.

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Interview with a Vampire by Anne Rice. 5 stars.
Queen of the Damned by Anne Rice. 5 stars.
Vampire Lestat by Anne Rice. 5 stars.
Marius by Anne Rice. 5 stars.
Armand by Anne Rice. 5 stars.
Just all of them are great. ( like her writing style --- almost making her characters real and gives the ability for the reader to relate, feel sorry, cry, get angry, all emotions at the same time.

EDMULLIGAN@aol.com
The Last Time They Met by Anita Shreve. 5 stars.
I thought it was phenomenal. The ending blew me away and I can't wait to pass it along to my friends so we can discuss it. Hope other readers will enjoy it also.

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Zhuan Falun by Li Hongzhi. 5 stars.
This book doesn't really fit into a category. It is an entirely unique exploration into the ancient science of cultivation practice. Personally I have been able to answer and experience many things not found in other books, but really it has to be read completely to understand its content. It may seem one way on the surface, but another way after reading it again. If you are at all curious about science/philosophy/religion, the unexplained, or how they all relate, you will surely benefit from this hands-on approach. It really speaks for itself. If there is one book that put all others that I ever read on the far back burner, this is it.
I recommend reading it in one sitting if possible to keep the continuity going. It is full of unique information and constantly reexamines similar subjects from different approaches, so put aside your notions for a while and enjoy.

jalapenoduck@hotmail.com
In the Shadow of the Prophet by Michael Viorst. 4 stars.
This book is absolutely fascinating--it describes the current struggle for the soul of Islam. According to Viorst (who comes from a secular worldview but who nevertheless has a deep and abiding love for the Arab peoples) the struggle within Islam is a three-way conflict, with the "traditionalists" committed to maintaining the status quo of the last thousand years. The problem with the status quo is that Islam has now fallen behind the West. The other two factions seek to revitalize Islam, but in very different ways. One of the challengers are the "modernists," who wish to ingraft certain Western ideas into Islamic life, while the fundamentalists seek to return Islam to a "pure" form in which Muslims live their lives the way Muhammad did back in the seventh century. The only serious drawback to this book is that it was written in 1998, so some of the particulars regarding the "current" situation in a number of nations mentioned are now different, especially since September 11. Based on this book, and information I've gathered from other sources, it seems to me that one of the things that happened on September 11 was that we got dragged into someone else's civil war.

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Blue Diary by Alice Hoffman. 4 stars.
Definitely was a page-turner and would give a book group some interesting discussion questions. Beautiful language usage.
A Breach of Promise by Anne Perry. 3 stars.
A nice entertaining mystery.
Harmful Intent by Baine Kerr. 1 star.
Must admit I did not finish it. Moved as slow as molasses and felt like he was trying to be the quintessent Boulder yuppie on the payroll of all the "in" advertisers for dropping their names.

ppalaska@tws.org
Violence, Nudity, Adult Content: A Novel by Vince Passaro. 1 star
This is a horrible book. It really doesn't have any point except to make you depressed and feel sorry for the main character, they way he and his wife act is just horrible. Maybe the point is to make you feel better, since your life isn't like this.
The 25th Hour by David Benioff. 3 stars.
The 25th Hour is a wonderful book. It is quite an entertaining and enjoyable read.
The Miracle of Life of Edgar Mint by Brady Udall. 3 stars.
I have just started this and so far it is a wonderful book. The writing reminds me a lot of John Irving. It is about a seven year old boy who gets his head run over. I am only about a third of the way through.

caji5@aol.com
Rogue Warrior by Richard Marcinko with John Weisman. 5 stars.
The Richest Man In Babylon by George S Clason. 5 stars.

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Dance Upon the Air by Nora Roberts. 5 stars.
I finished reading Dance Upon The Air last week. Nora does such a great job on introducing us to the characters. Nell, Ripley & Zack Todds. Mia. She is an awesome writer.
Heaven and Earth by Nora Roberts. 4 stars.
This is the 2nd one in her Three Sisters Trilogy. Its a great book so far. She's brought a doctor into Ripleys life, she doesn't know what to do. She hasn't had a man in her life in some time.

Cipsi2@aol.com
Mrs. Kennedy by Barbara Leaming. 4 stars.
Although I was no fan of the Kennedy families, I find anything about them makes for very interesting reading. This book on Jacqueline Kennedy is very readable, and one finds a great deal of clarification on how she managed to structure her life to have meaning in spite of what was being inflicted on her by JFK's philandering.
Scrolling Forward: Making Sense of Documents in the Digital Age by David M. Levy. 3 stars.
This author can think of more things to say about a simple receipt for purchases at a deli, more things to philosophize about and to reflect on, to propose, to propose and to set forth about this receipt, which he calls a document -- well, his first chapter alone is just mind-boggling. I can't understand half of what he is saying, but I absolutely can't put the book down. My mind has too hard a time grasping what ALL he is saying; I'm no scholar. But I find the author's ability to hold my attention in spite of that is an amazing testament to his power of writing.

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Bell, Book and Candle by JoAnne Pence. 4 stars.
Angie Amalfi's has a new culinary project and she is still dating her detective boyfriend, Paavo Smith. He is
immersed in his current case which involved connection to satanic rites.
The Summons by John Grisham. 4+ stars.
The Judge has died before his 2 sons could come for his last words. There are secrets! Set in MS. I like most of John Grisham books and was ready to go back to his "attorney" type books, although I loved the last two also.
Killer Wedding by Jerrilyn Farmer. 4+ stars.
Party planner Maddy Bean is the guest of an ultimate wedding planner. As Maddy peruses the event, she finds the bride and groom but she also finds a corpse. Lots of action.
Balzac and the Little Chinese Seamstress by Dai Sijie. 5 stars.
A lyrically written wonderful book! This takes place during the Cultural Revolution in the 1960's and '70's when Chairman Mao was in power. Hundreds of Chinese were sent for "re-education". This is the story of 2 young men who weathered banishment but found the power of literature to free their mind. The little seamstress is introduced as a naive girl.
First Cases, the Early Years of Famous Detectives - 4th ed, edited by Robert J Randisi. 4 stars.
13 short stories of early detectives. Great variety and extremely enjoyable to read.(4+)

joswood@adiis.net
Mystic River by Dennis Lehane. 5 stars.
Tops in character development and plot. I relished every word of this book.
The Millionaires by Brad Meltzer. 4 stars.
The plot was pretty implausible, but it was an exciting read.
Up Country by Nelson Demille. 3 1/2 stars.
This book was too long and not enough plot. It read like a travelogue of Vietnam. I did find much of it very interesting--just too much. I've read all his other books.
Last Man Standing by David Baldacci. 4 stars.
This book had an exciting plot, but was pretty violent. I can see it as a Clint Eastwood movie.

Vikkivand@aol.com
Cane River by Lalita Tademy. 5 Stars.
I was a little reluctant because it was an Oprah selection and have been disappointed several times by the books on her list, but Cane River was a truly, moving story. Lalita Tademy researched her family history through many generations. Good book and well worth reading.

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P is for Peril by Sue Grafton. 4 stars.
I have read almost all of her books and this is another good one!!! Alas, I am missing her " G, I, K, AND N. I will have to find them!!!

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The First Counsel by Brad Meltzer. 3 1/2 stars.
A page turning suspense mystery. Set in the White House, the author seems to know (or has a good imagination) a lot of details about what goes on there.

Suespanel@aol.com
The Corrections by Franzen
Just began it, but can already relate. Too early to rate.

Debski20@aol.com
Morgan's Run by Colleen McCullough. 4 stars.
Excellent read.

Bossu49@aol.com
Dark Hollow by John Connolly. 5 stars.
Great detective story.
Suzanne’s Diary For Nicholas by James Patterson. 4 stars.

JRG0143@aol.com
The Summons by John Grisham.
As all his books have been to me, this one is fabulous!

gregc2@bellsouth.net
Child Called It, Lost Boy and A Man Named Dave by David Pelzer. 4 stars.
All provide a fascinating view of unimaginable child abuse, foster care, and overcoming all the obstacles.
Skipping Christmas by John Grisham. 4 stars.
A fun, easy read that provides anyone, but especially empty nesters, an idea into how changing your personal Christmas traditions can affect everyone.

BREEZYWRITER@aol.com
Final Days by Barbara Olson 3 stars

leahsevilla@yahoo.com
Plain Truth by Jodi Picoult. 5 stars.
A story of an 18-year old Amish girl who lives on a farm with her family, and is accused of murdering her newborn baby. She refuses to admit that she was every pregnant, even though the evidence and DNA tests prove that she was. A well-known, powerful female attorney from Philadelphia comes into the picture through a distant relative, and ends up defending the Amish girl in court. It's a very insightful novel that paints a picture of the Amish community so as the reader can more fully empathize with them, and a startling look at the differences and similarities between the modern world and the Amish. A real page turner. A love story, too!
Jane Eyre by Charlotte Bronte. 5 stars.
Classic novel, how can you not love it?

LJones6632@aol.com
The Smoke Jumper by Nicholas Evans. 4 stars.
Good story with romance and action to keep you turning the pages couldn't put it down.
A Bend In The Road by Nicholas Sparks. 4 stars.
True Sparks novel need tissues to go with the reading Romance and also a page turner to find out who really did it.
Diary of Ellen Rimbauer by Stephen King. 3 stars.
Not his usual style but I did like it. Nothing like the miniseries on ABC. Could of been more explicit it left out some details but referred you to a website (which did not have the information either). I really am a King fan but this one was not one of his best.

brady538_91208@yahoo.com
Rain of Gold by Victor Villasenor. 5 stars.
This is a saga about a Mexican family living in the Jalisco area of Mexico and their everyday life of terror due to wars and rumors of wars and eventually moving to California. This true story is filled with action and also with a great love story. I would recommend to one and all and a sequel was written titled "Thirteen Senses" by Victor Villasenor and I will be reading that next.
Every Breath You Take by Ann Rule. 5 stars.
This was another one of her true crime stories that is a page turner. The depth of hate and the workings of a devious mind is well outlined in this work.
Don't Let's Go to the Dogs Tonight by Alexandra Fuller. 4 stars.
This is about a childhood in Africa. The author gives you the day to day happenings of a hot and arid land with gracious people...usually.
So Far... by Kelsey Grammer. 5 stars.
The entertainment world seems to be a viscous one and those that succeed usually have interesting stories to tell as it takes ingenuity, talent, and some luck to reach the pinnacles of success. Kelsey does a grand job of relating his story.

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John Adams by David McCullough
Finally finished it and found it overhyped. As a retired history teacher I missed any serious analysis of Adams' thinking and actions as President. The book's title is deceiving because much of the content includes many letters of his wife and others. A more suitable title would have been: The Collected Writings of John Adams, His Family, and Others.
The Big Silence by Stuart Kaminsky
Doesn't Stuart Kaminsky belong in the list of top writers of mystery? Just caught up with The Big Silence, the latest of the Abe Leiberman series, one of four different detectives that Kaminsky follows. Leiberman is a Chicago cop who is Jewish and has an Irish partner. Together they introduce the reader to various neighborhoods and characters in their search for justice. I am now into his Russian detective, Inspector Rostnikov, in Fall of a Cosmonaut, the 13th in this series. Like Leiberman, Porfiry Rostnikow and his associates seek justice among the neighborhoods of Moscow and its environs. The dialogue is crisp and the stories are dramatically plotted.

frangelica64@hotmail.com
John Adams by David McCullough. 4 stars.
Interesting walk through Adam's life.
All Over But the Shouting by Rick Bragg. 5 stars.
Wonderful memoir of his life that is set in the 60's but has a 30's feel to it. His Momma was his strength. A testimonial to all women.
A Day Late, A Dollar Short by Terry McMillan. 4 stars.
Wonderful family dynamics. Each chapter is spoken from another character's voice. They almost sound alike after a while, but there's a lot of texture to each voice.
The Life of a Slavewoman by Herself. 3 stars.
Very enlightening memoir of the life of a young black woman in the 1800's who was able to overcome illiteracy and reach heights almost unheard of at the time. A graphic disturbing picture of slavery told from a first-hand perspective.
Reflections on the Art of Living, A Joseph Campbell Companion, Selected and
Edited by Diane K. Osbon. 3 stars.
Excellent overview of Campbell's works.
Mother Earth Spirituality by Ed McGaa, Eagle Man.
Native American Paths to Healing ourselves and our World. A book to make us think about our own participation in the ways in which our earth has been affected by us over centuries of time as well as what our Native cultures has taught us. Excellent...McGaa has written several books on Native American Culture/Heritage. They have given me new insights into the lives of our only true "Americans."

PFLucas@aol.com
Blue Diary by Alice Hoffman. 5 stars.
Set in a small Massachusetts town, a respected man and pillar of the community is arrested for a murder that occurred many years before. For thirteen years he has been trying to run away from his past and make a new life for himself. His family and friends are devastated to learn of his past life. It is compelling story.
Alice's Tulips by Sandra Dallas. 4 stars.
An interesting story told through letters of a woman supporting a farm while her husband goes away to fight in the Civil War. During all of the hardship and constant work the women manage as best they can. Many of Sandra Dallas's novels involve the friendship of women, but in the story not all of the women are reliable. The characters are as interesting as the story line.

Confubo@aol.com
Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers by J. R. R. Tolkien. 5 stars.
This is the second in the trilogy of J.R.R. Tolkien. It is a very good book if you like things set in middle earth time.

Kufungee@aol.com
A Darkness More Than Night by Michael Connelly. 4 stars.
I have been a fan of Mr. Connelly ever since his first novel, Black Echo, absolutely kept me glued to the story. This novel poses a most interesting dilemma: Harry Bosch, a police detective and the protagonist of most of Mr. Connelly's novels, is not only the star witness in an on-going trial of a movie director accused of staging the suicide of an actress but his credibility comes into question when he is under suspicion of murder in another case. As always, Mike Connelly keeps the reader glued to the page with a fast-moving plot and sub-plots and snappy dialogue. By far, his best effort yet.

PMargalski@aol.com
Good In Bed by Jennifer Weiner. 4 stars.
I just started this book and so far I'm enjoying it. Its about an over-weight reporter who breaks up with her boyfriend who then proceeds to write about her in his magazine column which devastates her! This is this authors first book and I am always looking for good new authors. I think this will be at least a 4 star book but I'll write back in when I'm finished with
it!

DOT487959@aol.com
Heaven and Earth by Nora Roberts.
I am presently reading this second book in Nora Roberts Trilogy...love story....ghosts....mystery...what more can you want? I'm having trouble getting anything done because I want to see how it ends...hope it doesn't disappoint me...but then Nora Roberts never does!

Kelldenren@aol.com
Confessions of an Ugly Stepsister by Gregory Maguire
This book puts a totally fresh spin on the Cinderella fairy tale that we all grew up with, telling the story from the "ugly" though misunderstood stepsister. At times its very dark, completely different than the cheery traditional tale. I just started reading it 2 days ago, and I'm finding it difficult to put it down.I judge a book by the amount of sleep that I'm willing to lose over it, and last night I was up until almost 2am, saying to myself "oh, ok, just one more chapter".

Jari3437@aol.com
Postville by Stephen Bloom. 5 stars.

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Founding Brothers by Joseph Ellis. 5 stars.
Great information about the 7 men (Thomas Jefferson, Ben Franklin, John Adams, George Washington, Aaron Burr, Alexander Hamilton, and James Madison) whom Ellis considers the most important "founding brothers." I found the descriptions of the relationships and interactions between the men especially interesting, as we don't usually hear who was a friend to whom, or who hated whom (something we don't even expect among these men).
Benjamin Franklin by Carl van Doren
Recommended as the definitive biography of Franklin by Joseph Ellis. I'm still reading it, but it's a very easy read, and very interesting.

CynBad1064@aol.com
Alien Death Fleet By Edward S. Hudson. 2 stars.
This was my first time reading any type of Science Fiction. I was enthralled by the authors perception of what the future might bring.
Tales from the Screw Crew by Al Ameer Aswad. 3 stars.
Tales from the Screw Crew forced me to look at my past. Growing up in Los Angeles Calif. It made me understand why so many youths turned toward gangs for camaraderie. The author set a playful balance of sex, violence, and power. This book plays with your senses, for ever tale I know someone who has done, said or thought of these situations. The book is very good.

Yodasmommy@aol.com
Pen Pals by Olivia Goldsmith
I have just started it and I think it is going to be a good one!!I thought it was about a couple of gals who were Penpals, but it is about a woman who goes to prison!!I love different stories that shows the author has an imagination!!

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Stone Quarry by S. J. Rozan. 5 stars.
A real page turner by an author I had not read before. Good plot. Interesting P.I. duo (although the female partner plays a minor role).The male sleuth is smart and tough, but a real tenderness shows through in his relationship with dogs, kids and women. I will look for more books by this author.
The Hearing by John Lescroart. 41/2 stars.
If you've read his other books featuring good friends Hardy and Glitsky who always manage to be embroiled in a conflict that pits them against each other, you'll enjoy this one.

BLRallo@aol.com
Robert Penn Warren, A Biography by Joseph Blotner. 5 stars.
A really good read about the life of a fabulous author and poet.
All The King's Men by Robert Penn Warren. 5 stars.
A re-read of one of the best.

ETTEMAN@aol.com
A Beautiful Mind by Sylvia Nasar. 5 stars.
After viewing the motion picture "A Beautiful Mind," I could hardly wait to obtain the book by Sylvia Nasar. Not disappointing, this book fills in the blanks to this great movie portraying the life of mathematical genius and Nobel laureate John Nash-A MUST VIEW AND MUST READ.

mbunting@earthlink.net
Code of the Woosters by P.G. Wodehouse. 5 stars.
If you've never experienced Wodehouse's dry British humor in his series about the clueless gadabout Bertie Wooster and his faithful servant Jeeves, this book is a great place to start. Our book club loved it!
Pen Pals by Olivia Goldsmith. 4 stars.
The plot is ridiculous (women behind bars--"lite"), but Goldsmith tells it so well. A guilty pleasure.
A Trip to the Stars by Nicholas Christopher. 5 stars.
A wonderful journey into magic realism. You've never read anything like this book.
The Music of Silence, autobiography by Andrea Bocelli. 3 stars.
Not what I expected--more about the great tenor's thoughts and philosophies than about the details of his life.
A Place of Execution by Val McDermid. 5 stars
An award nominee, this is a very satisfying non-series mystery by a master of the genre.
Traveling Light by Max Lucado. 5 stars
A beautiful book that brings comfort from the 23rd Psalm.

Nashville Gold by Dekker Malone. 5 stars!!
I laughed, cried and laughed some more. Endearing characters.
One Door Away From Heaven by Dean Koontz. 5 stars.
So far. I'm still intrigued!

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Fierce Invalids Home From Hot Climates by Tom Robbins. 3 1/2 stars.
This one is taking me a much longer time to read than some of his other novels. While it is still "laugh out loud funny" in a lot of places. Still Life With Woodpecker it is not.

Cindy5159@aol.com
Journey Into Darkness by John Douglas and Mark Olshaker. 5 stars.
Douglas is an FBI profiler and with mark Olshaker they tell the stories of several serial killers. It will give you chills and keep you intrigued from page to page.

jlharver@yahoo.com
1st to Die by James Patterson
Very good so far.
Orchid Beach by Stuart Woods.
This was an easy read. I've read almost all of his previous books because I really like the main characters Stone Barrington and Holly Barker (in "Orchid" series).
Traitor to Memory by Elizabeth George
I also recently discovered mystery author Elizabeth George. I just finished her latest "Traitor to Memory". This was a psychological thriller, and like the others, hard to put down. My next read will be Nelson DeMille's "Up Country".

BettyB6768@aol.com
What Lips My Lips Have Kissed by Daniel Mark Epstein. 4 stars.
A biography of the well known poet Edna St. Vincent Millay. An insatiable nymphomaniac and genius of a poet who lives beyond her time and is one of the most popular poets of her time. Fascinating.

lanistrom@hotmail.com
Don't Lets Go To the Dogs Tonight by Alexandra Fuller. 4 1/2 stars.
The Siege by Helen Dunmore. 5 stars.
Powerful gripping, re: the study of the human spirit during the siege of Leningrad
When the Elephants Dance by Tess Uriza Holthe. 5 stars.
A Filipino version of Isabel Allende
Martyr's Crossing by Amy Wilentz. 5 stars.
Wonderful exploration of Israel-Palestinian conflict that could be ripped from today's headlines.
Vine of Desire by Chitra Banarjee Divakaruni. 5 stars.
Her prequel was Sister of My heart. Read that first if you haven't already. You won't be able to put it down.
Too Many Men by Lily Brett. 5 stars.
A very long book about a woman and her Holocaust survivor father traveling to Poland and expunging the ghosts from the past. Very will written with good character drawings.

c_s_gross@hotmail.com
Cause of Death by Patricia Cornwell. 5 stars.
A great read for crime buffs.
Holiday in Your Heart by LeAnn Rimes. 3 stars.
Diana & Dodi - A Love Story. 4 stars.
A must read for Princess Di fans

SteLevey@aol.com
Chocolat by Joanne Harris. 3 stars.

OLTLFREAK@aol.com
Crack Shot by Sinclair Brown. 5 stars.
As soon as you start to read, you feel like you are right there in the book. People and animals come alive, and the mystery keeps you glued to the pages to the end. The only sad thing is having to wait for the next book to come out!

Cairo1953@aol.com
Sole Survivor by Dean Koontz. 4.1/2 stars
Dean Koontz is a magnificent storyteller. His books are so thought provoking that it leaves the reader thinking, "Could this really happen?" Koontz created a masterpiece with his book "Watchers," which still remains my #1 favorite. Just for the record, I haven't finished Sole Survivor yet - 2 more chapters to go. I guess anything could happen - Koontz is notorious for exciting twists & turns at the close of his stories!

KarenH100@aol.com
Hot Springs by Stephen Hunter. 5 stars.
Time to Hunt by Stephen Hunter. 5 stars.
Black Light by Stephen Hunter. 5 stars.
Point of Impact by Stephen Hunter. 5 stars.
I consider Stephen Hunter the best of the bunch, and that includes all the popular favorites, like Dean Koontz, Stephen King, Nelson DeMille, and all the rest. The story of the father, Earl Swagger, and son, Bob Lee Swagger. Hunter is the best writer for character depth and engaging story line in my opinion. I savor each one .Now I can't wait to read his latest about Earl Swagger, Pale Horse Coming.

gaylac@fiberpipe.net
The Cardiac Cartel by David Mucci. 5 stars.
"The Cardiac Cartel" is a taunt, intense, adrenaline rushing thriller that impels it's reader to grasp a breathe between pages. The plot is concise, rich with palpable apprehension. Characters are well defined with credible flaws and strengths, dialogue is smart, believable, with enough irreverence to allow a smile through the tension. This book is well conceived and meets every criteria for a plausible, engaging medical mystery. Reminiscent of Robin Cook or Michael Palmer, David Mucci's style of story-telling stacks up admirably to his predecessors. I was totally mesmerized by this read, not able to stop until conclusion, and, oh, what a cleverly twisted ending it was!!
Thrill seekers, David Mucci, is your new best friend. Read this book and take the adventure that cries out to you, knowing thrills and chills abound on every page of this tantalizing tale!!
Bravo, Dr. David Mucci!!

michaeljlucaswvu@excite.com
The Drawing of the Three by Stephen King. 4 ½ stars.
I am currently at the halfway point.
Last Man Standing by David Baldacci. 4 stars.
The Lions Game by Nelson Demille. 5+ stars.
(Excellent read)
Dreamcatcher by Stephen King. 4.5 stars.
The Last Precinct by Patricia Cornwell. 2 stars.
(Same story getting old!!)
Rocket Boys by Homer Hickman. 5 stars.
(this is a must you haven’t read it! the movie "October Skies" was based on this book
Battlefield Earth by L Ron Hubbard. 10 stars.
My favorite fiction book. (I know this is old, but the movie is a disgrace but you really should read this!
Harry Potter Series, by J. K. Rowling. 5 stars.
I enjoyed the Goblet of Fire. It was a longer story of book 4.

DK9187@aol.com
Flights of Love, Written by Bernard Schlink (translated from the German by John E. Woods, 2001). 5 stars.
From the first page, either gender will find Schlink a quietly riveting storyteller. The first page ensnares both heart and mind with existential suspense of seven stories of beautiful, disturbing, as well as morally devastating "flights of love".

burnfury@excite.com
The Sun Will Find You by Chris Muffoletto. 5 stars.
A grim but captivating story with intriguing, intelligent characters. Not only do I like it, but so do a lot of people here at the office, and they've all thanked me for recommending it to them. Note: the book is only available through Amazon, as far as I know.

martyph@charter.net
Flesh and Blood by Jonathan Kellerman. 2 ½ stars.
Talk, talk, talk, that's all Dr. Delaware and Milo do. When there's action, it's the Kellerman I knew and loved. But they practically talk this really good plot-line to death!
The Corrections by Jonathan Franzen (another Jonathan!). 5 stars.
The five stars are for character development and writing and 2 stars for people I can stand to read about for 560 pages. I keep quitting it to get a break from the intensity of these repugnant persons, then going back to it after a long break.
Saint Benedict on the Freeway: A Rule of Life for the 1^st Century by Corinne Ware, 5 stars.
Easy reading and lots to think about for those seeking a way to stay in touch with God in our everyday event and stress-filled lives.
One Corpse Too Many by Ellis Peters. 5 stars.
And, finally, as one of the places I go after a session with THE CORRECTIONS, Ellis Peters' ONE CORPSE TOO MANY from the Brother Cadfael Ommnibus. This fictitious Benedictine monk is living the rule I read about in the book above, and solving mysteries at the same time. What a relief! An old, tried and true favorite!

houck@CSTCC.CC.TN.US
Edinburgh by Alexander Chee. 5 stars.
This remarkable first novel will grab your soul with the first page. Fee tells his and his friends' anguishing story of sexual abuse by a teacher which leads to the death of two of his friends and ultimately affects his entire life as a young gay teen and then teacher himself. Few stories have been told with this much sensitivity, grace, love, and craft. Mr. Chee deserves much praise and attention from readers who appreciate a profoundly human story told with imagination and literary skill. Buy this book.

Lgluhani@aol.com
Plane Insanity by Elliot Hester. 3 1/2 stars.
Very funny book about the experiences of Hester as an airline flight attendant.

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The Rag and Bone Shop by Robert Cormier. 4 stars.
It is easy to read and you will ask yourself if grownups have an impact on how kids think or make decisions!

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The Temple and the Stone by Katherine Kurtz and Deborah Turner Harris. 4 stars.
Engrossing historical fantasy.
Mary Reilly by Valerie Martin. 3 stars.
A different perspective on the Jekyll/Hyde story. Interesting look at a servant's life in Victorian England as well.

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Skipping Christmas by John Grisham. 5 stars.
This is a totally delightful deviation from his usual style. It is well-written with interesting interplay of characters from the frazzled couple who decides to forget about Christmas in favor of a cruise, to the chaos of the neighbors who celebrate the day before, to the couple facing the wife's illness, and the neighborhood control freak. The neighborhood is a microcosm of small-town life where everyone knows your business, but pulls together in a crisis. A great fun read.
The Christmas Shoes by Donna VanLiere. 4 stars.
is at the opposite end of the emotional spectrum. For a short book, the characters are developed enough that you care about them; and the lessons learned by the main character from a little boy are ones with universal appeal -- deciding what is ultimately important in life. If you tend to get emotionally involved w/the characters you read about, have a box of tissues handy.
Mulch Ado About Nothing by Jill Churchill. 3 stars.
This is a light, humorous, and fun story. If you're looking for a change of pace after reading more serious fare, this may do the trick. And if you're into gardening, you may enjoy the variety of gardens described by Jane Jeffrey as she and best friend Shelley examine the gardens of members of their class while trying to unearth a murderer.
Dial M for Meatloaf by Ellen Hart. 5 stars.
This another food-related mystery, well-crafted and sprinkled with humor; and includes some meatloaf recipes in the back. Character connections are interwoven like a tapestry, and Hart does a nice job of keeping several people as viable suspects until the end. One side effect of reading this is a sudden craving for meatloaf!

The Cat Who Smelled a Rat by Lilian Jackson Braun. 3 stars
I have read "The Cat Who" series for years, but the last two disappointed me. I was worried the series was getting stale." The Cat Who Smelled a Rat" has restored my interest in the books and it was wonderful to see my old friends in Pickax back in fine form.
Cut to the Quick by Kate Ross. 4 stars.
"Cut to the Quick" is the first of the Julian Kestrel mysteries by Kate Ross. I was enchanted by the story and have ordered the remaining 3 books in the series.
The books on my reading list include: Whom the Gods Love, A Broken Vessel and The Devil in Music by Kate Ross and The Alchemist by Donna Boyd.
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