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I just finished reading the last installment of the Harry Potter series. I am very impressed with Rowling's ability to appeal to both younger and older readers alike with this fantastic story. I'm not sure if she can top the Potter tale, but I do hope there's more to come from this author.
The best Sidney Sheldon book, in my opinion. The whole story is so suspenseful and each character is just as important as any other. Like many of his books, this one is also somewhat educational; the reader learns fascinating facts about diamond fields in South Africa. I've read it quite a few times.
This has been my favorite book for years. I think one of the main reasons I'm so fond of this book is that I feel that I can somewhat relate to the main character, Holden Caulfield. There is such humor and relevance in his story.
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Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows (Harry Potter # 7) by J.K. Rowling
kellym198200, July 20, 2009
I just finished reading the last installment of the Harry Potter series. I am very impressed with Rowling's ability to appeal to both younger and older readers alike with this fantastic story. I'm not sure if she can top the Potter tale, but I do hope there's more to come from this author.Master of the Game by Sidney Sheldon
kellym198200, July 14, 2009
The best Sidney Sheldon book, in my opinion. The whole story is so suspenseful and each character is just as important as any other. Like many of his books, this one is also somewhat educational; the reader learns fascinating facts about diamond fields in South Africa. I've read it quite a few times.To Reign in Hell: A Novel by Steven Brust
kellym198200, July 14, 2009
This book was a lot of fun. It held my interest well and kept the story fresh throughout. All in all, I thought it was a great read.The Catcher in the Rye by J D Salinger
kellym198200, July 5, 2009
This has been my favorite book for years. I think one of the main reasons I'm so fond of this book is that I feel that I can somewhat relate to the main character, Holden Caulfield. There is such humor and relevance in his story.(1 of 2 readers found this comment helpful)