Tag: book review
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U.S. of Books Review: The Wapshot Chronicle
Welcome to INDEPENDENCE DAY! Today’s U.S of Books Review comes from the state of Massachusetts and is reviewed by Elisha at Book Junkie Mom Blog. Enjoy! The Wapshot Chronicle by John Cheever Reviewed by Elisha at Book Junkie Mom Entertainment Weekly says: Cheever’s glorious 1957 debut novel about a decidedly unconventional Massachusetts family was an […]
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The U.S. of Books Review: Lonesome Dove
Welcome to another edition of The U.S. of Books Review! Today is MY day to review, and I’m so excited because I get to tell y’all about one of my favorite books ever — Larry McMurtry’s Lonesome Dove. Before I start, I’ll just say this: For those of you who received Amazon, Kobo or B&N […]
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U.S. of Books Review: The Monkey Wrench Gang
Today we visit Utah with The Monkey Wrench Gang by Edward Abbey. EW says – “Abbey’s tale of four ecological activists seeking to destroy the Glen Canyon Dam became a primer for other green-minded saboteurs.” The Monkey Wrench Gang Reviewed by Laura at 125 Pages Blog 1-star/5-stars The Monkey Wrench Gang by Edward Abbey […]
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U.S. of Books Review: Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas
This week’s U.S. of Books takes us to the great state of Nevada. The book, Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas by Hunter S. Thompson was read and reviewed by the Whimsical Nature Blog. Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas by Hunter S. Thompson Narrated by Ron McLarty Review by Wattle @ Whimsical Nature Rating: 2/5 […]
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Book Review: 5-stars for “Look Again” by Lisa Scottoline
I hate admitting this, but I don’t have time to read these days. No, that’s not true. I don’t have as much time as I want to read these days. Traditionally, I’ve been one to go through several books in a week. These days, it’s taking me several weeks to get through one book. And […]
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Book Review: A Necessary Act
I’m really excited! Today is finally here! My friend, Tony Wirt, has finally released his first novel — A Necessary Act. I was given the opportunity to read an advance copy of this novel, and I’m being totally honest when I say that it’s exactly what I hoped it would be! It quite literally grabbed me […]
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U.S. of Books Review: The Descendants
For more information on the United States of Books (click here for details). The United States of Books the State of Hawaii Reviewer ~ Teri at Sportochick’s Musings The Descendants by Kaui Hart Hemmings Reviewed using Audible and eBook ~ Synopsis ~ Narrated in a bold, fearless, unforgettable voice and set against the lush, panoramic backdrop of Hawaii, The […]
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U.S. of Books Review: True Grit
True Grit by Charles Portis SYNOPSIS There is no knowing what lies in a man’s heart. On a trip to buy ponies, Frank Ross is killed by one of his own workers. Tom Chaney shoots him down in the street for a horse, $150 cash, and two Californian gold pieces. Ross’s unusually mature and […]
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The U.S. of Books Review: The Prince of Tides
UNITED STATES OF BOOKS Welcome to Monday and The United States of Books, which is a new book review feature each week in participation with Laura at 125 Pages Blog. This week’s review of The Prince of Tides by Pat Conroy comes to you from H.C. Newton at The Irresponsible Reader Blog. Enjoy! The Prince of […]
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Book Review: Big Rock
So, if you’ve learned nothing else about me up until now, you’ve at least learned that I’m an avid reader and that I love books…I hope you’ve learned that at least. If not, let me tell you now: I love books. Digital, paperback or hardcover, it makes no difference — I love everything about books […]
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