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The Amazing Adventures of Dietgirl
The Amazing Adventures of Dietgirl
Author: Shauna Reid
Book Type: Paperback
  • Currently 3.9/5 Stars.
 35
Review Date: 7/27/2011
Helpful Score: 1


This book was pretty good. I didn't realize it was not fiction. It was hard at first for me to relate because I have never been large enough to loathe myself that much however I pushed through the beginning and was glad that everything worked out for the author. Some people never (ok most people never) reach that level of comfort with themselves. I applaud her effort and her transformation.


Asking for Trouble
Asking for Trouble
Author: Elizabeth Young
Book Type: Paperback
  • Currently 3.6/5 Stars.
 242
Review Date: 6/5/2007
Helpful Score: 2


I loved this book. The movie that was based on it was nothing like the book. The book was even funnier and I liked the ending more. I highly recommend reading this book.


The Bell Jar
The Bell Jar
Author: Sylvia Plath
Book Type: Paperback
  • Currently 3.9/5 Stars.
 359
Review Date: 3/19/2007


loved it


Brother Wind (Prehistoric Trilogy, Bk 3)
Brother Wind (Prehistoric Trilogy, Bk 3)
Author: Sue Harrison
Book Type: Paperback
  • Currently 3.9/5 Stars.
 63
Review Date: 4/24/2007


"In a time before time at the top of the world - in a harsh and unfrgiving age of ice - courage will sustain three remarkable souls thourgh trials as bitter as the chill winds of the eternal winter.

Claimed by a brutal, despised enemy, Kiin must sacrifice her love for the sake of her tribe and the saety of her children. Left widowed and helpless among the Whale Hunter, Kukutux now faces the impossible challenges of surviving alone. While Samiq, wounded and a hunter no more, must take up the mantle of leadership and guide a devastated people abandoned by their gods.

At the dawn of humanity, their extrordinary destinies intertwine. And through hardship and adventure, they endure - confronting the cruelty of man fate and nature with the indomitable strength of heart and spirit."

The dramatic conclusion to the monumental saga: MOTHER EARTH FATHER SKY and MY SISTER THE MOON


Catch A Mate
Catch A Mate
Author: Gena Showalter
Book Type: Mass Market Paperback
  • Currently 3.8/5 Stars.
 210
Review Date: 5/30/2011
Helpful Score: 1


This book was so much fun. The characters were great and the dialog was laugh out loud funny often. The sex scenes were super steamy without being trashy. All in all, I would highly recommend this book. I can't wait to read some other things by this author!


Charlie All Night
Charlie All Night
Author: Jennifer Crusie
Book Type: Paperback
  • Currently 3.7/5 Stars.
 498
Review Date: 2/1/2011


This book was very fun and funny. I had many moments that I actually laughed out loud. Not as much of a Chick Lit book because there aren't really "problems" the main female role has to overcome. You get perspectives from both Allie and Charlie. It was a quick, enjoyable read, the characters were likable but human. Highly recommended.


Code of Honor (Special Operations, Bk 1)
Code of Honor (Special Operations, Bk 1)
Author: Catherine Mann
Book Type: Paperback
  • Currently 3.6/5 Stars.
 99
Review Date: 4/24/2007


I really enjoyed this fast paced book. n a lot of scenes, the emotions were nicely written and I was able to step into the pages.


Coffee & Kung Fu
Coffee & Kung Fu
Author: Karen Brichoux
Book Type: Paperback
  • Currently 3.7/5 Stars.
 59
Review Date: 1/30/2007
Helpful Score: 2


I LOVED this book. It is one of my all time favorites. You get done reading it and you are so excited and happy you just want to clap your hands (both me and my sister actually did before we knew the other one had)! Enjoy.


Completely Smitten: Completely Smitten / Hers for the Weekend
Completely Smitten: Completely Smitten / Hers for the Weekend
Author: Susan Mallery, Tanya Michaels
Book Type: Mass Market Paperback
  • Currently 4/5 Stars.
 80
Review Date: 6/26/2013


I only gave this a 2.5 stars because the first story was horrible. I was unable to get past the first chapter. Perhaps it is my personal hang up, however I cannot stand a main female character that is too stupid that if it was real life, she would have ended up dead in the first 24 hours. Seriously, it was that bad.

The second story deserved a full 5 stars. The characters were likable and funny. What they thought and what they said were definitely believable. You rooted for them the entire time.


Crazy in Love: After the Storm / Bed of Grass
Crazy in Love: After the Storm / Bed of Grass
Author: Janet Dailey
Book Type: Paperback
  • Currently 3.1/5 Stars.
 10
Review Date: 4/27/2011


There are two novels in this book. In both of them, the men are too controlling for my tastes. The main males just demand something of the women and they do it, whether they want to or not. Also, in the second story, the all the issues the characters were faced were wrapped up in less than two and a half pages! The ending was unbelievable and pretty far fetched. If you are into men saying jump and women asking how high, then this book is for you. I would never classify this book as Chick Lit as I was led to believe it was.


Dork Whore: My Travels Through Asia as a Twenty-Year-Old Pseudo-Virgin
Dork Whore: My Travels Through Asia as a Twenty-Year-Old Pseudo-Virgin
Author: Iris Bahr
Book Type: Paperback
  • Currently 3.3/5 Stars.
 26
Review Date: 4/11/2007
Helpful Score: 2


Incredibly funny. Once I started it, I couldn't put it down. It was short and a quick read. I highly recommend this book if you enjoy realistic humor and aren't offended by sexual content. Two thumbs up.


Double Take
Double Take
Author: Brenda Joyce
Book Type: Paperback
  • Currently 3.5/5 Stars.
 50
Review Date: 5/16/2007


"Kait London has been estranged from her twin sister for years. She has never understood why and has always regretted it. When her phone rings in the mddle of the night, Kait leanrs that Lana desperately needs her help. All Kait has to do is tae her place, for two days, at her home in the horse contry od Virgina. If Kait can play this role convincingly enough, she will save Lana's life...
This is a game the twins have played before. But never like this. For the charade is much more difficult to pull off then when they were children. Lana has many secrets, secrets she has keptfrom everyone, including Kait - and she has as many enemies, including her own husband. Kait hadn't been expecting Trev Coleman to be in residence. Worse, she is soon forced to recognize how darkly seductive he is - and that he may very well be her worst enemy. Then she discovers that someone is deliberately stalking Lana, but Kait is the trapped prey..."

Loved the plot and most of the characters. Since I am not a twin thought I didn't feel/understand the need to protect her twin the way Kait did towards the end but it was a fun read and I look forward to reading something from this author again.


Dream Guy (Warner Forever)
Dream Guy (Warner Forever)
Author: Candy Halliday
Book Type: Paperback
  • Currently 3.4/5 Stars.
 33
Review Date: 5/20/2011


The book description only made me kind of interested, the story was much better though. The description sounds cheesy but the book wasn't. The characters were fun and human. I would definitely recommend it.


Fashionistas (Red Dress Ink)
Fashionistas (Red Dress Ink)
Author: Lynn Messina
Book Type: Paperback
  • Currently 3.1/5 Stars.
 44
Review Date: 2/10/2007


Fun, goffy book. Quick enjoyable read.


Fools Rush In
Fools Rush In
Author: Kristan Higgins
Book Type: Mass Market Paperback
  • Currently 3.7/5 Stars.
 276
Review Date: 5/31/2011


I enjoyed this book. The main character was a little off putting at first. The opening lines admit she is a stalker so it was hard to like her and when she did a couple of stalker things it really annoyed me. What sane person gets up very early to sit across the street from a person's house to see what time they leave? That is just nuts. The character otherwise is ok. I was rooting for her but a quarter of the way through and I know that love makes us do crazy things but come on! Her brother in law is a cop for crying out loud. I would try this author again. There was enough twists and turns in the book to be fun and enjoyable.


Girl Most Likely To (Red Dress Ink)
Girl Most Likely To (Red Dress Ink)
Author: Sharma Poonam
Book Type: Paperback
  • Currently 3.2/5 Stars.
 36
Review Date: 4/4/2007


great read with lots of laughs. I even read a couple passages out loud to friends and family. Highly recommended.


A Girl's Best Friend
A Girl's Best Friend
Author: Elizabeth Young
Book Type: Paperback
  • Currently 3.6/5 Stars.
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Review Date: 1/30/2007
Helpful Score: 4


Great book. Extremely funny. I really like this author - she also wrote Asking for Trouble (this was made into a movie: the Wedding Date, which while it was a good movie was not anything like the book).


Girls' Night Out (Red Dress Ink)
Girls' Night Out (Red Dress Ink)
Author: Carole Matthews, Chris Manby, Sarah Mlynowski
Book Type: Paperback
  • Currently 3.6/5 Stars.
 85
Review Date: 1/30/2007
Helpful Score: 1


Lots of fun stories and it gives you a great way to try new authors without having to "sit through" 300 pages if you are one of those people who once you start a book, you want to finish it.


High Society Sabotage (Bodyguards Unlimited, Bk 4) (Harlequin Intrigue, No 993)
High Society Sabotage (Bodyguards Unlimited, Bk 4) (Harlequin Intrigue, No 993)
Author: Kathleen Long
Book Type: Mass Market Paperback
  • Currently 3.4/5 Stars.
 14
Review Date: 5/9/2007


Sara Montgomery thought her days as a debutante were over. But when top-level businessmen connected to an oil conspiracy began disappearing, her undercover work returned her to the spotlight and forced her into the arms of Kyle Prescott. Could this millionaire playboy be the mastermind behind the investment scheme?

Just when she thought she had Kyle pegged, he stepped in front of a bullet meant for Sara then insisted on playing protector. And although relying on the charming bad boy 24/7 was good for the mission, spending long nights together was never part of the plan. But what about falling for the very man she'd been assigned to investigate?


Hitched! (Harlequin Kiss, No 4)
Hitched! (Harlequin Kiss, No 4)
Author: Jessica Hart
Book Type: Mass Market Paperback
  • Currently 3.2/5 Stars.
 3
Review Date: 3/16/2013


I was unable to get into this book, a first for the contemporary romance genre for me. I couldn't relate to the character or the situation and I just couldn't bring myself to care. I read three others in this new Kiss line and loved them all. I wouldn't recommend wasting you time.


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