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February 01
Selected by Jessica from Longmont, Colorado
Jessica won a Powells.com gift certificate worth $20.
The Elegance of the Hedgehog
by Muriel Barbery
Jessica's Comments:
"A very fine story and exceptional translation! If you missed this beautiful book when it was released a few years ago, move it to the top of your reading list now. The premise of the story, a young girl ready to leave this world and a middle-aged woman really entering into it for the first time, alternating between the voices of both, makes for a joyful ride. You will also find a very lovely turn of phrases on each page, so much so that reading will be like slowly enjoying some of the finest chocolates in the world. There are references to philosophy, Tolstoy, Dutch painting and other deliciousness. It reads quickly, but do take your time. Really." (read more)
Your price $7.95
Used - Trade Paper
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February 02
Selected by Suzanne from Ashland, Oregon
Suzanne won a Powells.com gift certificate worth $20.
Before I Go to Sleep
by S. J. Watson
Suzanne's Comments:
"Whoa -- I couldn't put this one down. Read it in two sittings. A real page turner. It's very intelligently written. The plot is intricate due to the nature of the story, i.e., the main character has no long or short term memory from one day to the next. She only retains what she learns in her waking hours, then goes to sleep and when she re-awakens, it's gone; she has to start over learning who she is, what's happened in her life in the last twenty years. I didn't find one "wait a minute" (error) in the way the author clearly laid out the twisted narrative. Great read, quick and fascinating. Keeps you guessing til the end as to who Chrissy can trust -- or not!" (read more)
Your price $17.95
Used - Hardcover
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February 03
Selected by Paul from Spokane, Washington
The Sweeter Side of R. Crumb
by R. Crumb
Paul's Comments:
"The stumbling block for many readers who otherwise love Crumb is the dirty, harsh, and cynical worldview that imbues so much of his work. This surprising volume clears up the problem and dispels the stereotype." (read more)
Your price $8.98
Sale - Trade Paper
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February 04
Selected by Ethan from Anderson, Indiana
Ethan won a Powells.com gift certificate worth $40.
The Snowman
by Jo Nesbo
Ethan's Comments:
"Jo Nesbo mesmerized me with a mix of violence, shocking dialogue and a lead detective to pity and love....I would recommend it to all my friends, provided they are ready for pg-13 or more content." (read more)
Your price $17.95
Used - Hardcover
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February 05
Selected by Courtney from New York, New York
Courtney won a Powells.com gift certificate worth $20.
Say Her Name
by Francisco Goldman
Courtney's Comments:
"This book is as beautifully written as it is stunningly evocative. Francisco Goldman's Say Her Name is an autobiographical novel that recounts his less than 2 year marriage to his beloved Aura, who died at the age of 30 in a body surfing accident. Say Her Name is as much a book about the transforming properties of love as it is about the paralysis of grief. In my opinion, Say Her Name is Goldman's best work. I highly recommend it!" (read more)
Your price $16.50
Used - Hardcover
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February 06
Selected by Elizabeth from New York City, New York
Elizabeth won a Powells.com gift certificate worth $20.
Fledgling
by Octavia E. Butler
Elizabeth's Comments:
"Were you kind of intrigued by the sexy Twilight vampires, but turned off by the flat characters, anti-feminist messages, and bland writing? Read this instead. Your brain will thank you. You also get deep questions about race in America, the meaning of "family," and the relationship between love and sex. Plus it is a rip-roaring, page-turning, girl-on-the-run thriller. What's not to love?" (read more)
Your price $7.95
Used - Trade Paper
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February 07
Selected by Emily from Renton, Washington
Wonderstruck
by Brian Selznick
Emily's Comments:
"Not just for young adults -- readers of all ages will be touched by this story. The parallel plots that come together toward the end, in combination with the author's use of equal parts text and illustration make this book a fun and fascinating read." (read more)
Your price $20.99
Sale - Hardcover
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February 08
Selected by Stanislava from Varna, Varna, Bulgaria
My Life in France
by Julia Child and Alex Prud'homme
Stanislava's Comments:
"I loved this book. I am not a foodie, but Ms. Child has such an engaging style of writing I couldn't wait to follow her wherever she cared to take me. She creates a picture of a country, of a culture, of a cuisine she loved so much -- dedicated to love of life and hedonism. She also imbues the book with her sorrow of a disappearing way of life -- one that cherishes the art of cooking, that invests hours in creating the perfect culinary experience....The whole book left me with an optimistic feeling and I was sad to finish it -- it was like saying goodbye to a much loved friend. This is a book I will be sure to reread in future." (read more)
Your price $7.95
Used - Trade Paper
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February 09
Selected by Richard from New York, New York
Richard won a Powells.com gift certificate worth $60.
I Thought You Were Dead: A Love Story
by Pete Nelson
Richard's Comments:
"To put it succinctly...I really loved this book! OK, a little more detail. The book is mainly about relationships. A man and his talking dog. A man and the women who inhabit his life; his ex-wife and his present girlfriend (although she is also dating another). A man and his biological family, especially his father and older brother. The book is also about growing up. Not the growing we do into adolescence and adulthood, but the growing up we finally start doing after screwing up our lives as adults. It is funny. It is sad. It is heart warming and it is so right on in its descriptions of feelings. Did I mention that I loved it?" (read more)
Your price $16.75
Sale - Hardcover
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February 10
Selected by Jennifer from Stuart, Florida
Jennifer won a Powells.com gift certificate worth $20.
The Passage
by Justin Cronin
Jennifer's Comments:
"I loved this book. Marooned on a desert island, I would bring it with me. A brainy, ambitious vampire novel with no Edward, Bella or Jacob. Two thumbs up!" (read more)
Your price $10.95
Used - Trade Paper
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February 11
Selected by Bradley from Anderson, Alabama
Bradley won a Powells.com gift certificate worth $20.
The Tiger's Wife
by Tea Obreht
Bradley's Comments:
"Obreht's novel is masterful from beginning to end. Sensationally charged with hints of mythology, magic, and the essence of what it means to be a part of a family, this is the best book of 2011. Hands down." (read more)
Your price $10.50
Sale - Trade Paper
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February 12
Selected by Sarah from Bethlehem, Pennsylvania
February 13
Selected by Sonya from Tualatin, Oregon
Oogy: The Dog Only a Family Could Love
by Larry Levin
Sonya's Comments:
"Oogy was a beautiful story. I laughed, I cried, I got mad but in the end all I could do was smile. I highly recommend this book to anyone who loves dogs. I would love to save all of them. I was happy to read how the Levin family took a chance and gave Oogy a wonderful loving pampered life that he deserved." (read more)
Your price $13.99
New - Trade Paper
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