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Angels & Demons (Robert Langdon, Bk 1)
Angels & Demons (Robert Langdon, Bk 1)
Author: Dan Brown
Book Type: Mass Market Paperback
  • Currently 3.9/5 Stars.
 3685
Review Date: 9/2/2008


My favorite Dan Brown book. Yes, even better than DaVinci Code, in my opinion. Very suspenseful read.


Bitsy's Bait & BBQ
Bitsy's Bait & BBQ
Author: Pamela Morsi
Book Type: Paperback
  • Currently 4.5/5 Stars.
 1
Review Date: 9/29/2008
Helpful Score: 1


Emma has always been the big sister looking after her younger sister Katy. Now Katy has bought a B&B on Ebay somewhere in the middle of nowhere. Once they are just getting settled, along comes Katy's ex-husband and mother-in-law.

This book is a good reflection on the people and interactions in a small town. The characters are well-developed in this novel. By the end you feel as if you know each of them. I enjoyed this book by Ms. Morsi, although some of the plot was a bit predictable.


Bitsy's Bait & BBQ (That Business Between Us, Bk 2)
Bitsy's Bait & BBQ (That Business Between Us, Bk 2)
Author: Pamela Morsi
Book Type: Paperback
  • Currently 3.9/5 Stars.
 157
Review Date: 9/29/2008
Helpful Score: 9


Emma has always been the big sister looking after her younger sister Katy. Now Katy has bought a B&B on Ebay somewhere in the middle of nowhere. Once they are just getting settled, along comes Katy's ex-husband and mother-in-law.

This book is a good reflection on the people and interactions in a small town. The characters are well-developed in this novel. By the end you feel as if you know each of them. I enjoyed this book by Ms. Morsi, although some of the plot was a bit predictable.


A Catered Murder
A Catered Murder
Author: Isis Crawford
Book Type: Hardcover
  • Currently 3.5/5 Stars.
 10
Review Date: 9/14/2008


This is the first cozy in the series by Isis Crawford. While catering the event of the year, the guest of honor dies at the event. This leaves Libby and her quite opposite sister bumbling along trying to clear their best friend.

I recommend this book if you are looking for a light read mystery. I look forward to the next in the series.


A Catered Murder (Mystery with Recipes, Bk 1)
A Catered Murder (Mystery with Recipes, Bk 1)
Author: Isis Crawford
Book Type: Mass Market Paperback
  • Currently 3.4/5 Stars.
 45
Review Date: 9/1/2008
Helpful Score: 3


This is the first cozy in the series by Isis Crawford. While catering the event of the year, the guest of honor dies at the event. This leaves Libby and her quite opposite sister bumbling along trying to clear their best friend.

I recommend this book if you are looking for a light read mystery. I look forward to the next in the series.


A Catered Wedding (Mystery with Recipes, Bk 2)
A Catered Wedding (Mystery with Recipes, Bk 2)
Author: Isis Crawford
Book Type: Mass Market Paperback
  • Currently 3.3/5 Stars.
 34
Review Date: 9/14/2008
Helpful Score: 3


This is the 2nd in the series featuring sisters Bernie and Libby Simmons. They are catering the wedding of the year, when they stumble across another murder. With her from their ex-police chief father, they are busy hunting down the killer.

This is a wonderful sequel to A Catered Murder. The relationship between the sisters and their father is more developed in this book. The witty dialog between the two sisters will sure to crack a smile or two. If you are looking for a fun, light cozy mystery -- this is the one. It is a quick read.


A Catered Wedding (Mystery with Recipes, Bk 2)
A Catered Wedding (Mystery with Recipes, Bk 2)
Author: Isis Crawford
Book Type: Hardcover
  • Currently 3.7/5 Stars.
 11
Review Date: 9/14/2008
Helpful Score: 1


This is the 2nd in the series featuring sisters Bernie and Libby Simmons. They are catering the wedding of the year, when they stumble across another murder. With her from their ex-police chief father, they are busy hunting down the killer.

This is a wonderful sequel to A Catered Murder. The relationship between the sisters and their father is more developed in this book. The witty dialog between the two sisters will sure to crack a smile or two. If you are looking for a fun, light cozy mystery -- this is the one. It is a quick read.


A Catered Wedding (Mystery With Recipes, Bk 2) (Large Print)
A Catered Wedding (Mystery With Recipes, Bk 2) (Large Print)
Author: Isis Crawford
Book Type: Paperback
  • Currently 3.7/5 Stars.
 6
Review Date: 9/14/2008
Helpful Score: 1


This is the 2nd in the series featuring sisters Bernie and Libby Simmons. They are catering the wedding of the year, when they stumble across another murder. With her from their ex-police chief father, they are busy hunting down the killer.

This is a wonderful sequel to A Catered Murder. The relationship between the sisters and their father is more developed in this book. The witty dialog between the two sisters will sure to crack a smile or two. If you are looking for a fun, light cozy mystery -- this is the one. It is a quick read.


The Color of Law
The Color of Law
Author: Mark Gimenez
Book Type: Hardcover
  • Currently 4.3/5 Stars.
 16
Review Date: 11/1/2008
Helpful Score: 1


When I first got this book, I was looking more for a legal thriller. What I got was an excellent novel which explored the ethics of a lawyer deciding between doing the right thing and the one that would advance his career.

I truly enjoyed the book. The characters were well developed and the storyline was very believable. I am looking forward to the the next book by this author.


The Dead Guy Interviews: Conversations with 45 of the Most Accomplished, Notorious, and Deceased Personalities in History
Review Date: 8/10/2008


This book is hillarious! If you enjoy history and want a laugh -- this is a must read!


Everyone Worth Knowing
Everyone Worth Knowing
Author: Lauren Weisberger
Book Type: Hardcover
  • Currently 3.6/5 Stars.
 242
Review Date: 8/17/2008
Helpful Score: 1


Everyone worth Knowing is pretty much the same story as a Devil Wear Prada -- just mix up the characters a bit and change the job. Nonetheless, it did keep my attention and was a good read.


Evidence! Citation & Analysis for the Family Historian
Evidence! Citation & Analysis for the Family Historian
Author: Elizabeth Shown Mills
Book Type: Hardcover
  • Currently 3.6/5 Stars.
 8
Review Date: 9/2/2008
Helpful Score: 3


Must have for any serious genealogist. Keep this near the PC as you do your work. The one disadvantage -- it was written before many of the electronic sources.


Fearless Fourteen (Stephanie Plum, Bk 14)
Fearless Fourteen (Stephanie Plum, Bk 14)
Author: Janet Evanovich
Book Type: Hardcover
  • Currently 4.1/5 Stars.
 952
Review Date: 8/10/2008
Helpful Score: 2


This is the weakest book of the series. Bring back the tension between Joe and Ranger.


Hula Done It? (Passport to Peril, No 4)
Hula Done It? (Passport to Peril, No 4)
Author: Maddy Hunter
Book Type: Paperback
  • Currently 4/5 Stars.
 91
Review Date: 11/30/2008
Helpful Score: 1


Hunter is back. After a disappointing 3rd book in the series (Pasta Imperfect), Hunter returns to the style of the previous two. This book is a light, enjoyable read. Plus it is fun due to the exotic locations.


The Inside Ring : A Novel (Random House Large Print)
Review Date: 9/14/2008


Great first book by Michael Lawson. Joe DeMarco is in over his head while being asked to investigate the assaination attempt of the President. His investigation has him face to face with Secret Service Director Patrick Donnely. The investigation goes back more than 40 years to piece together the crime of today. The twists and turns kept me interested through the pages.

I discovered this author by accident and can't wait to read the rest of the series.


The Inside Ring (Joe De Marco, Bk 1)
The Inside Ring (Joe De Marco, Bk 1)
Author: Michael Lawson
Book Type: Paperback
  • Currently 3.8/5 Stars.
 24
Review Date: 9/14/2008
Helpful Score: 1


Great first book by Michael Lawson. Joe DeMarco is in over his head while being asked to investigate the assaination attempt of the President. His investigation has him face to face with Secret Service Director Patrick Donnely. The investigation goes back more than 40 years to piece together the crime of today. The twists and turns kept me interested through the pages.

I discovered this author by accident and can't wait to read the rest of the series.


The Inside Ring (Joe DeMarco, Bk 1)
The Inside Ring (Joe DeMarco, Bk 1)
Author: Michael Lawson
Book Type: Hardcover
  • Currently 3.7/5 Stars.
 10
Review Date: 8/10/2008
Helpful Score: 1


Great first book by Michael Lawson. Joe DeMarco is in over his head while being asked to investigate the assaination attempt of the President. His investigation has him face to face with Secret Service Director Patrick Donnely. The investigation goes back more than 40 years to piece together the crime of today. The twists and turns kept me interested through the pages.

I discovered this author by accident and can't wait to read the rest of the series.


A Maiden's Grave
A Maiden's Grave
Author: Jeffery Deaver
Book Type: Mass Market Paperback
  • Currently 3.9/5 Stars.
 104
Review Date: 9/14/2008
Helpful Score: 3


Although I love the Lincoln Rhyme series, this is one of Jeffery Deaver's better books. It is suspenseful until the very end. If you enjoy any of Deaver's other books, you will thouroughly enjoy this one. Make sure you have time to read -- once you get past halfway in the book, you will not be able to put it down.


A Maiden's Grave
A Maiden's Grave
Author: Jeffery Deaver
Book Type: Paperback
  • Currently 3.8/5 Stars.
 89
Review Date: 9/1/2008
Helpful Score: 2


Although I love the Lincoln Rhyme series, this is one of Jeffery Deaver's better books. It is suspenseful until the very end. If you enjoy any of Deaver's other books, you will thouroughly enjoy this one. Make sure you have time to read -- once you get past halfway in the book, you will not be able to put it down.


Murder with Peacocks (Meg Langslow, Bk 1)
Murder with Peacocks (Meg Langslow, Bk 1)
Author: Donna Andrews
Book Type: Paperback
  • Currently 4/5 Stars.
 241
Review Date: 9/7/2008
Helpful Score: 1


This is a fun cozy mystery. Meg Lanslow is balancing being the maid of honor for three weddings over the summer. But when murder and close calls keep happening, she becomes a detective between dress fittings, floral appointments and other wedding duties. You will love her quirky family.

Great first book to the series. This is a fun, light read.


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