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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.
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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
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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.(7 of 12 readers found this comment helpful)
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 Zafon(6 of 10 readers found this comment helpful)
Darling 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.(4 of 11 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.(7 of 14 readers found this comment helpful)
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.(6 of 11 readers found this comment helpful)
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