[My new book] starts in 1960 with a woman named Lois Rabinowitz, who was evicted from Manhattan traffic court for attempting to pay a parking ticket while wearing slacks. This was...
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I read this book for the Death and Dying class I teach. It is a very touching, practical, and accessible into what happens to people dying of heart disease, cancer, Alzheimer's, and other common ailments. I particularly liked the weaving of personal stories into the scientific explanations. This is a good read for anyone who fears the dying process and wants to learn more about it.
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I bought this at a used book sale and am glad I did. A suspenseful, creepy, well written serial killer novel. The characters are well developed and I particularly liked the team of detectives that tracks the killer. I lost a night of sleep finishing this book, which is one of my criteria for a great thriller. I will be reading more of this author.
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Editor, Matt Love, describes this anthology as an old school mix tape of Oregon stories. I think that is an apt description. There are Oregon favorites, new surprises and a clunker here or there. If you're an Oregonian or want to know more about what makes them tick then take a look at this book. I particularly liked "Give me the damn letter", and "The Mayor's Ball", "Next year I think I will train", and "Stomping Ground".
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This is a great read. It reminded me of Takami's Battle Royale, in terms of content. It's considered a young adult novel and it is engaging throughout. I found myself rooting for the main character and was pleasantly surprised by the various plot twists. This is a hard one to put down. I also highly recommend the author's Gregor the Overlander series.
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Wow, high school has certainly changed since I was there in the mid 80's. Yet in many ways, it's not all that different. This book reminded me of why I'm glad I don't have to go back.
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How We Die: Reflections on Life's Final Chapter by Sherwin B Nuland
Tim Cook, April 25, 2009
I read this book for the Death and Dying class I teach. It is a very touching, practical, and accessible into what happens to people dying of heart disease, cancer, Alzheimer's, and other common ailments. I particularly liked the weaving of personal stories into the scientific explanations. This is a good read for anyone who fears the dying process and wants to learn more about it.(1 of 2 readers found this comment helpful)
The Darker Side by Cody McFadyen
Tim Cook, April 25, 2009
I bought this at a used book sale and am glad I did. A suspenseful, creepy, well written serial killer novel. The characters are well developed and I particularly liked the team of detectives that tracks the killer. I lost a night of sleep finishing this book, which is one of my criteria for a great thriller. I will be reading more of this author.(2 of 4 readers found this comment helpful)
Citadel of the Spirit: Oregon's Sesquicentennial Anthology by Matt Love
Tim Cook, April 25, 2009
Editor, Matt Love, describes this anthology as an old school mix tape of Oregon stories. I think that is an apt description. There are Oregon favorites, new surprises and a clunker here or there. If you're an Oregonian or want to know more about what makes them tick then take a look at this book. I particularly liked "Give me the damn letter", and "The Mayor's Ball", "Next year I think I will train", and "Stomping Ground".(1 of 2 readers found this comment helpful)
The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins
Tim Cook, April 25, 2009
This is a great read. It reminded me of Takami's Battle Royale, in terms of content. It's considered a young adult novel and it is engaging throughout. I found myself rooting for the main character and was pleasantly surprised by the various plot twists. This is a hard one to put down. I also highly recommend the author's Gregor the Overlander series.(2 of 4 readers found this comment helpful)
Ridiculous/Hilarious/Terrible/Cool: A Year in an American High School by Elisha Cooper
Tim Cook, February 26, 2009
Wow, high school has certainly changed since I was there in the mid 80's. Yet in many ways, it's not all that different. This book reminded me of why I'm glad I don't have to go back.(1 of 2 readers found this comment helpful)
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