Sam Savage's first novel, Firmin, chronicled the coming-of-age misadventures of a very literate rat living in a bookstore in Boston's Scollay Square. Garnering praise from authors and...
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What a fun story. Though many tragedies occur (the story begins with a pogrom), the testimony to human determination, the power of hope, and resilience in the face of obstacle is a powerful one.
After reading the synopsis, I was afraid this would be derivative of The DaVinci Code, but am I ever glad I tried it out. The story is a mystery, a love story, and historical fiction all rolled into one. Can't wait to read more Zafon
I have enjoyed Connelly books in the past, and this one was okay, but way too predictable. I knew within the first three chapters who the "bad guy" was, and that spoiled a lot of the fun.
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Away by Amy Bloom
mgdallas, August 24, 2009
What a fun story. Though many tragedies occur (the story begins with a pogrom), the testimony to human determination, the power of hope, and resilience in the face of obstacle is a powerful one.The Shadow of the Wind by Carlos Ruiz Zafon
mgdallas, August 24, 2009
After reading the synopsis, I was afraid this would be derivative of The DaVinci Code, but am I ever glad I tried it out. The story is a mystery, a love story, and historical fiction all rolled into one. Can't wait to read more ZafonDarling Jim by Christian Moerk
mgdallas, August 24, 2009
What a great story! I had a hard time putting it down. Hints of what was to come just kept me turning the pages.(1 of 3 readers found this comment helpful)
The Lace Reader by Brunonia Barry
mgdallas, July 4, 2009
OOOOhhhhh, what a great book! Sort of a historical fiction, with a thriller thrown in for good measure. A fantastic read.The Scarecrow by Michael Connelly
mgdallas, June 17, 2009
I have enjoyed Connelly books in the past, and this one was okay, but way too predictable. I knew within the first three chapters who the "bad guy" was, and that spoiled a lot of the fun.(1 of 2 readers found this comment helpful)
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