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200 | Books | Chock full of facts and some possible fiction; this whet my appetite for more information
I enjoyed reading this cover to cover. There is just enough information on so many topics to whet my appetite for finding out more information.<br /><br />This book is organized by various content covering subjects from the natural world to entertainment to gadgets and gizmos, etc. , etc.<br /><br />Some of the many things I learned by reading this book that I did not know are:<br /><br />1. Almond is a seed not a nut.<br /><br />2. Peanut is a legume not a nut.<br /><br />3. Olive tree wood still burns even when wet.<br /><br />4. Jellyfish are not fish.<br /><br />5. Scandium is a rare earth metal used to make some lightweight bike frames. (PS Now I know why a bike I was able to lift with my pinkie had a $1,300 price tag on it.)<br /><br />6. Foley Pits are where sounds for movies are created.<br /><br />7. Tiger stripes go all the way into the skin unlike zebra stripes which are surface level only.<br /><br />8. Sauerkraut originated in China, not Germany.<br /><br />9. Epson Salts in a bath is a pleasant placebo and does not work<br /><br />10. Etc.<br /><br />There are a few “facts” that I'm skeptical about or that trouble me. For instance:<br /><br />1. Baking soda and vinegar can be used to unclog a drain but no mention is made of the quantity of each required or the fizz or possible “explosion” that will result.<br /><br />2. The book states the Great Wall of China is visible from orbit, yet that is considered a myth. At least from what I read on the Internet it's not visible with the naked eye.<br /><br />In summary, I truly enjoyed reading this book from cover to cover. The text and facts are interesting and in many cases it spurs my appetite for looking up more information on the subjects within. | 0 |
201 | Books | A 15-minute CD is included with the Book
"One of the most important secrets of New Forest meditation is the New Forest itself. Imagining yourself meditating in a beautiful natural setting has a profoundly nourishing effect on your entire bodymind and spirit." ." ~John Bright Fey<br /><br />The New Forest Tai Chi DVD for Beginners was my introduction to master teacher John Bright-Fey's world of imaginative teaching styles. Now his books and CDs also present short routines to calm the bodymind.<br /><br />Through this CD, you will enter a world where John Bright Fey's soothing voice leads you through enjoyable visualizations that will leave you with a comforting happy feeling of deep peace. If you have been feeling stressed, tired, depressed or even just can't think clearly, then meditation can give you an escape and encourage you to retune your body like a musical instrument. The benefits include a new clarity of thought and an enhanced immune system.<br /><br />The first time you experience this morning cup of meditation, you may want to follow along in the book. You can either stand, lie on your back, sit in a chair or sit on the floor in a cross-legged position.<br /><br />I found myself sitting for Internal Adjustments1-6, relaxing on my back for 7-9 and then sitting again for the deep breathing in section 10. You can also do this before you fall asleep at night.<br /><br />There is also a routine at a glance page you can put on your refrigerator to remind you to meditate. The exercises help to generate energy that is comforting, grounding, nourishing, strengthening, outflowing, connecting, uplifting, balancing, protecting and intuitive.<br /><br />I find meditation to be easier when I've exercised first and also enjoy having a cup of tea nearby to sip on because it warms the body in the morning. This allows me to relax into meditation and I truly enjoy imagining the different scenes or becoming a glowing flower. The flower in my mind glows with pink sparkles and spins, but you can imagine candle flames or a light bulb during section 9 in which you imagine energy shining through you.<br /><br />It is quite amazing how the pictures you imagine make you feel more alive or more relaxed. You can truly control your energy, not unlike when you are doing Yoga.<br /><br />Of all the meditation CDs I've tried in the past few years, this one is the most enjoyable and one I want to return to week after week. Once I complete the 15 minutes of relaxing visualizations, the colors in the room seem brighter, I have more energy and tension seems to have dissolved. This CD and book opens the door to a feeling of joy and contentment that can nurture your entire being. In my mind's eye, I had first imagined a forest, but the background when I started was somewhat pale and like a forest before the sunrise. When I was finished with my morning cup of meditation, it was like the sun was rising and brilliant colors filled my imagination.<br /><br />Not only will you feel the healing results right after the meditation, you may experience new levels of happiness for days after a 15-minute session. Like a good cup of herbal tea, this book and CD will nourish and heal you and leave you refreshed.<br /><br />~The Rebecca Review | 0 |
202 | Books | Delightful story about relationships.
I bought this book based on a review and i am enjoying looking through it from time to time. It does say it is for children but I think the story speaks to adults as well. It is an important time in our history of WW11 and the effect the camps had on famililes. | 0 |
203 | Books | 4.5 blue ribbons from Romance Junkies
Liz doesn't believe in love or happily ever after. Her own experience has taught her that it's simply a fanciful notion. Besides she gets far more satisfaction from her wide assortment of adult toys then she's ever experienced with a man.<br /><br />The problem with her `love is an illusion' attitude rears its ugly head at her sister's bachelorette party in the form of a cowboy stripper. Sure, she's the one who hired a cowboy stripper but she never imagined the man who arrives will be someone whom she never expected to see again - the one man who can shatter her man-hater demeanor.<br /><br />Ty rescued Liz from an abusive home but then disappeared from her life leaving her to fend for herself on the streets. She never knew what happened to him and she's made a success of her life since then but seeing him again opens old hurts and desires she thought long buried.<br /><br />Ty's made his share of mistakes - some of them pretty major ones but he's turned his life around and works as a stripper to pay his way through college. His biggest regret is over the circumstances that took him away from Liz without any explanation. He never dreamed he'd see her again but he's not about to let this opportunity slip by him.<br /><br />Liz and Ty share a history which will forever tie them together but they'd both rather look to the future than the past. Liz tries pushing Ty away but he's not taking no for an answer and steals her away in the very car he used to `rescue' her from her parents home years ago. If there's one thing Ty's certain of, it's that the love he feels for Liz has never faded and he'll do whatever he has to in order to win his way back into her heart. For Liz this is more complicated. She's never achieved an orgasm with a man and she fears that it's some sort of failure on her part. She still loves Ty but has no intention of leaving herself open to heartache a second time. Unfortunately Ty isn't leaving her many options and falling into bed with him proves to be a blessing and a disappointment as once again sexual satisfaction remains elusive. Thankfully Ty's not above a little experimentation and sets out to ensure her pleasure as well as his own - and in the process hopefully break through the walls Liz has erected around her heart.<br /><br />Alyssa Brooks tells a tale which many women will be able to relate to with HARD TO GET. Liz's love for Ty and her vulnerability to him really tears at readers' heartstrings - especially once you realize that the man hating attitude she's taken on is a cover to protect herself. I loved learning about Ty and Liz's background and just how vital they were to each other at the time when they were separated. I also developed a real respect for Ty because of how he's chosen to make amends for wrongs he's committed. Ms. Brooks infuses this storyline with humor, memorable characters, plenty of red-hot sex and quite a few moments that will have readers wondering what they'd do if they were faced with some of the same situations.<br /><br />Chrissy Dionne (courtesy of Romance Junkies) | 0 |
204 | Books | Old African money used from 1454 to 1948
[[VIDEOID:8b1faf51df5c2a33ddda9413890c9b36]] Old African money used from 1454 tell 1948 and we know very, very little abought Manillas | 0 |
205 | Books | Booklover
I highly recommend this book.<br /> If you have anything<br />unresolved in your life, work through it. Don't carry it with you through life. | 0 |
206 | Books | One week of exploits about finding the author’s stolen dog; a heartwarming story
I love this author's story about what he had to go through to find his stolen dog. Anyone who loves their pet will understand the anguish the author was under when Oliver was taken. There were so many coincidences, a little bit of fate, lots of hard search work, and a wonderful ending to this harrowing and emotional ordeal. The outpouring of love and support the author received was incredible. In addition, he not only tells the story of being reunited with Oliver but intersperses that with the traumas of his childhood in a way that is wonderfully weaved together. | 0 |
207 | Books | Watching the movies or reading the books good way to spend your time
I have seen almost all of them Harry Potter. Watching the movies or reading the books good way to spend your time. Also good family movie to watch. I do recommend it. | 0 |
208 | Books | Peter Pauper Press cards are always lovely
Beautiful watercolor reproduction. This card is like a work of art. Quality card stock. I am thrilled with these cards and they come packaged in a lovely, reusable box with lift lid, decorated to match the watercolor design. I can say without hesitation, every box of cards I have purchased from Peter Pauper Press have been beautiful. | 0 |
209 | Books | Attention herobrine author...
Adores by my 12yr old gamer middle schooler!! Wish they made more deals on bundles since they're quite a few to this collection...but, easy to read for those who may struggle. So, would be brilliant for author to hit on some of the "struggles" kids have in middle school..Sire, they're are 1-2 in collection that graze the surface.. Seems great way to reach the jr.high crowd with some of the pre high school dilemas kids face these day...giving us a great, "you're not alone and self help ideas if your in a situation" as they all seem to need this! | 0 |
210 | Books | Absorbing, but still lacking
Agreeing with a number of reviewers on the lack of character and story development. I felt that the book was like a television or movie version and now I want to read the "real" book to find out more about the characters and the background to the story. Wait! I can't do that! This book IS the "real" book. I was disappointed in its Da Vinci Code level of characterization. If you're a lover of really good books with meat and substance, you'll probably be unsatisfied with Angelology, although you may like the story premise and find the story absorbing. I resigned myself early on in reading that there wasn't going to be much substance to the book and let it go for an engaging read. If you LOVED Da Vinci Code and enjoy using a bunch of exclamation marks generally, you'll probably LOVE Angelology, too!!! The author should read and study "The Name of the Rose" and the first book of the "Pillars of the Earth" series to learn how character and story development are done well and how that enhances a really good story idea. Angelology would end up being a much longer book, but it would be a much better book. I am curious to see what the author is going to come up with for the sequel she's writing, mentioned in the interview in the back of the book. The story was left hanging with the characters Evangeline and Verlaine, but I don't have great hopes the writing is going be all that much different from Angelogy. Sad really. The story idea is a good one. | 0 |
211 | Books | My 5-year-old granddaughter loves this.
Bought this for my granddaughter who LOVES frogs. She also loves this book. It's a fun way for kids to learn about frogs - very informative. | 0 |
212 | Books | Nothing to see here, move along.
You know those things that other people rave about; organic wine, paleo bars and Ed Burns movies, yeah, they're nice, but seriously, you aren't jumping up and down with excitement about?<br /><br />That's how I feel about The Age of Miracles. It's a story about a girl whose self absorbed parents are heading for a bitter, acrimonious and obvious breaking point. Oh, also, the days and nights are getting longer and it's making people act strange, mostly PG rated strange, yelling, gardening at night, etc.<br /><br />Some extra details are thrown in for artistic accuracy, the girl has no boobs (pretty much all heroines are boobless, yet appealing), she has a tarty friend (who has too much boobage, boobs = slutty, in literature), she has a crush on an emotionally damaged boy, momma is shrill, grandpa is crazy/wise and dad is cold and oblivious.<br /><br />Wait, but it's a bunch of pages long, what about all the rest of the story?<br /><br />Weelllllll, I mostly forgot. I know, I know, how can I write a review for a book I've mostly forgotten?<br /><br />Here's how, I'm just going to list some of the highlights and what I thought about them, because for me the story isn't so much as story but a series of events loosely linked by an unreliable narrator, unreliable because she's supposed to be a kid, but instead she sounds like a graduate student who has a fondness for poetry, kambucha and jazz. In other words, she seemed old to me.<br /><br />1. The days slow down. This is your basic art-y coming of age story told as a backstory to when everything went to hell. There's a scifi spin that never pays off and the ending is so typically nihilistic and depressing, I had to laugh about it later. It reminded me a little bit of an old horror flick called, Sleepaway Camp, the description read something like this, 'Dear Mom and Dad, Camp is okay, but there's been a few murders. I'm scared. I think I hear someone coming, arrhhhghh!' . . .blood runs down the page of the letter indicating to the reader, that indeed someone was coming and they turned out to be a crazed, camper killer. I'm sure there's a name for this trope (inevitable death and depression, something like that), I just can't remember it. Anyways, I don't like it.<br /><br />2. Romance. I love romance, but this one was just so blah, I wasn't really feeling it. Not even with the implication that the Apocolypse had heightened emotions.<br /><br />3. Mom and Dad. There was so much time spent on them that it was a bit of a letdown that instead of letting them move on from each other, they got roped back into being a loving couple again, seemingly by a miracle (the miracle itself is never shown, I guess we as the readers have to assume that the ways of adults are too mysterious for the mind of preteen to even speculate on, much less describe to us).<br /><br />4. Hanna, aka, mean religious girl. I think she was meant as a reminder to the reader that while some things change other things end up in Utah because they are just too darn crazy.<br /><br />Well, that's about it. I know a lot of people love this book, but it just wasn't my style of storytelling or story. the book was a fast read and had no editing flaws and the pacing was pretty good for a story of this length. | 0 |
213 | Books | A Heart-Captivating Devotion to God
"If we want to be able to love, we must pray! Prayer will give us a clean heart, and a clean heart can see God. If we see God, immediately God's love works in us. And we need to love not with words, but with deeds!" ~ Mother Teresa<br /><br />Mother Teresa was such an incredible human being that it is difficult to read her words without being close to tears. There is such beauty in her thoughts and in her desire to take care of anyone who is in need.<br /><br />This book is a collection of Mother Teresa's thoughts organized according to categories like love, prayer and sacrifice. As you read this book you will realize why she was such an inspiration to millions.<br /><br />While she chose a life of poverty all her needs were taken care of and more. Her life of service also brought her such wisdom, which is shared in the pages of "A Life For God." Reading this book can only make you a better person spiritually.<br /><br />Before I read this book I knew Mother Teresa worked with the poor in India but what I didn't realize was that she inspired people to take action and create homes for the poor all over the world. What an incredible joy this must have brought her throughout her life. There is something so magnificent about the way she viewed the world. By reading Mother Teresa's words your life will change!<br /><br />What I especially enjoyed about this book was the interview questions and answers. They truly gave insights into why Mother Teresa wanted to help the poor. Throughout this book you will find hundreds of reasons to follow in her footsteps. Her thoughts about abortion are also sobering. What love to offer to take in any child that was unwanted.<br /><br />If we could all have even an ounce of the confidence she had this world would be a better place. She trusted God completely to work miracles so she could look after the poor. There was never a day when she had to turn away anyone who was in need.<br /><br />"If our poor die of hunger, it is not because God does not care for them. Rather, it is because neither you nor I are generous enough." ~ Mother Teresa<br /><br />~The Rebecca Review | 0 |
214 | Books | Wish there was another sheet included for more info
This is a great cheat sheet, I just wish it contained even more information. | 0 |
215 | Books | As Captivating as a Delicate Butterfly in Flight
Of Marriageable Age is a cleverly crafted and intricately woven story dealing with the complexities of arranged marriages.<br /><br />Sharon Maas has captured a certain innocence in her writing. This story grew inside her and was finally born in an ancient farmhouse where she typed in the depth of winter. Sharon pours the warmth of her very soul into the pages. This story will bathe you in balmy thoughts and entice you into its pages the way the ocean entices you to swim in its depths. She remembers what it feels like to be a child in the comforting safety of a mother's love or how it feels to embrace a moment in time, so thoughtfully, it always clings to your memory.<br /><br />Her intense power of observation enables her to set up situations, which bring out the characters deepest fears, sublime longings and internal tortures. She creates tension at the end of each chapter, propelling you forward to read the next exciting detail. Each chapter in the first section focuses on one of the three main characters.<br /><br />This rotation of chapters invites you to follow the lives of Nat, Saroj and Savitri who in the first section are like streams of water moving towards a river. The second and third sections are more like a waterfall in which moments of enlightenment flow through you suddenly, as you realize how these three characters' lives intertwine. Each life is richly textured with cultural details as they move from the innocence of childhood into an adult awareness. The character development is outstanding. As the story grows and changes, hope grows within you that the characters will find the happiness they deserve.<br /><br />The Blue Morpho butterfly on the cover seems to represent Saroj, who must struggle through countless battles of thought to finally shed the insulation of her old life so she can embrace her destiny. She at first spins protective silk thoughts around herself, trapping herself so she can grow her wings. She is living in British Guiana, South America, in the 60s. I love her free spirit when she emerges from her cocoon, her imagination, her beloved places.<br /><br />"...she also went there to escape to the seashore, to get a glimpse of the ocean, to run for miles along the Sea Wall, to wade, barefoot and curly-toed, into the foaming sheet of warm brown water when the tide rolled gently in and licked the beach. The ocean was freedom. Standing at its edge and gazing far out into the horizon, eastwards, she felt a deep, yearning ache that rose out of some unknown kernel within her, that reached out, far far out, to that distant horizon, to the unseen shores that lay beyond, and further, to the endlessness of the sky, to the endlessness of time.<br /><br />...the tower room was all windows, without shade. Open the glass panes and the wind sailed through, a cleansing, vigorous wind that swept away care and uprooted disquiet. Up here you felt tall, free, strong. Up here, nothing could touch you. It was a refuge from the heat of the day, a sanctuary from the pain of living. An escape...." pg. 47, 48<br /><br />Saroj tries to control her life and hurriedly rushes down paths as they are presented to her. She fights and wriggles free from her controlling father (an orthodox Hindu lawyer) only to see his true intentions years later. She finds a childhood friend named Trixie who seems to understand her rebellion. Trixie rescues her from the tapestry of a deeply rooted tradition.<br /><br />The men in this story seem more willing to follow tradition, to accept their fate. Nat is adopted by a doctor working in rural India (Madras State, 1947) and not only has the ability to heal, he later has the ability to water thirsty souls and women are drawn to him. He longs to find a woman who will invite him into her secret life. He realizes women are seeking spiritual unity and that true strength is gentle. Women long for a connection of the soul. He also wants to uncover the mystery of his own life.<br /><br />Savitri understands silence. She lives from the inside and knows that the man she loves is the other part of her soul. Forbidden fruit is irresistible to her, yet she also has the ability to love unconditionally. She is a servant (cook's daughter) of the Lindsays, an English family living in India. She falls in love with the master's son. Her story starts in Madras, India, in 1921. She and David observe one another from a distance, living separate lives, wanting to find some connection that threatens to dissolve them both into a sea of troubles. While the storms of their lives threaten to tear them apart forever, somehow they manage to find a few moments of absolute bliss.<br /><br />While Nat and Savitri's stories are essential to the plot, Saroj is definitely the main character who evolves through a process of choices and situations thrust upon her by life. Her exuberance for life is woven into thoughtful prose. You enter her world, one which she is trying to abandon. Her very soul desperately cries out not to be tied down to duty. She wants to make her own choices, especially when it comes to choosing a husband, her lover for life.<br /><br />Standing at the window of her mind, you will observe the most intimate of thoughts. She will capture your heart. Instead of embracing various moment at times, she dreads her fate, the impending doom. She is dramatic and horrified at the thought of being forced into marriage at a marriageable age. She knows that in life, there is one man who is worthy of her intelligence and beauty. Locked in the prison of her father's discontent, the depths of her passion give her mind buoyancy. She at times flies away on her thoughts.<br /><br />An impressive masterpiece of delicious thoughts. The prose will drip like mango juice into your thirsty soul. It will touch your life in a way no other story ever has.<br /><br />Exquisitely Meditative. A vivid exotic mystery to unravel in<br />the labyrinths and gardens of your mind.<br /><br />~The Rebecca Review | 0 |
216 | Books | Just what the captain and crew needed
Much needed book for my upcoming voyages. This will help me keep on track during my outfitting and stocking. | 0 |
217 | Books | Easy to Follow Recipes that are Delicious
So far everything that I have made from this cookbook has been easy and delicious. The recipes are easy to follow and make amazing meals to meal prep for the week. So far everything I have made freezes so well and I don't have to worry about being bored with my food anymore. | 0 |
218 | Books | A fun adventure sequel!
Much like Anya and the Dragon, I enjoyed this story very much, however initially I had trouble reconciling how magic and Judaism is portrayed (since I am Jewish myself). More on that later, first I'd like to just say that I did very much enjoy the adventure, and in many ways found this more fun than the original. The action is more vivid, the build up more mysterious, the humor is a funnier (Ivan truly made me laugh out loud more than once), and overall it is just a fun story with fun characters.<br /><br />Now, the things I had trouble with: Let's just say, in real life the Jewish texts do not have a positive view of occult arts. Someone unfamiliar with Judaism might not be aware of it, but when they go into detail about Jewish customs such as Sukkoth, it feels weird to me. Like, the author is making the reader aware of certain ancient rituals but glossing over a major contradiction in another. But much like religious Christians who complained about holidays mentioned in Harry Potter, at some point you have to just remember it is a work of fantasy and suspend your belief for a fun story. The other thing I had difficulty with is Ivan's implied romantic interest in both girls and boys. It just felt unnecessary and included for reasons beyond the scope of the story. If those two things don't bother you, it is a fun read. | 0 |
219 | Books | Tea and scones anyone?
Now that everyone is familiar with London courtesy of the Olympic Games coverage, this kid's guide advises of some of the attractions other than the Spice Girls and One Direction, and allows for the planning of a family-friendly visit to the Queen's charming town.<br /><br />After a brief history, the guide gets you into the know about The Tower of London, The British Museum, The London Eye, Westminster Abbey, Kew Gardens, Big Ben, Trafalgar Square, Buckingham Palace, Harrod's and much more. It wraps up with the usual quiz and list of movies filmed in London.<br /><br />If you're lucky enough to be going to London on vacation, be prepared to be overwhelmed by the history of the place, as this would make for an educational and sight-seeing trip rather than the usual theme park variety of vacation.<br /><br />Absolutely smashing!<br /><br />Amanda Richards, September 8, 2012 | 0 |
220 | Books | The best at what he does
Joseph Wambaugh is one of those authors, that for one reason or the other, never fail to deliver. Yes, in his body of work there are some titles that perhaps overshadowed others, but this author can write. He knows the subject matter, and his novels are entertaining and well worth the price of admission. I like to thing of Mr. Wambaugh as the Big Honcho of the police themed novels, and that is saying a lot. His humor will catch the reader when least expect it, and the drama is never far behind. I admit that I have read all his books, some bought, some checked out, and that I welcome new releases and do not hesitate to purchase his new books, which in this case were nicely affordable. He is definitely at the top of the list when it comes to favorite writers. 4.5 Stars. | 0 |
221 | Books | An Innovative Encyclopedia
"The key aim with e.encyclopedia is to give kids the best resources on paper and online." ~Sue Grabham<br /><br />Since 99% of public schools in the United States claim to have internet access and more than half of all school-age children are using the internet for homework, e.encyclopedia takes homework to the next level.<br /><br />This book presents information on everything from Space Observatories to Philosophy. There are annotated maps, charts and timelines. It also has "information keyword buttons." They are little gray dots with white words or white words highlighted in gray. They are easy to find and are blended in all over the pages. When looking at information on volcanoes, I find a button with the word: volcanoes and a highlighted word: Lava.<br /><br />By entering the site URL to a special area of the DK/Google site, you can find more detailed information. Then, you type in the keywords to find additional information, real-time reports, satellite images, virtual tours and databases. There are also downloadable images and just about everything kids need for homework and projects.<br /><br />So, say you are researching Ancient Greece and have traveled through this book arriving at say pg. 376. There, you will find a picture of The Parthenon, information on amphitheaters and even a picture of an Athenian coin. To access additional information, you go to the "DK/Google" site and type in the keyword: "Ancient Greece." This takes you to a page with more options.<br /><br />Explore everyday life in Ancient Greece<br />Important sites in Ancient Greece<br />Find out more about the Ancient Greeks<br />Examine Ancient Greek Artifacts<br /><br />Then you click on "Explore everyday life in Ancient Greece" and are transported into a page from the history channel. So, in this way, you can find information super fast. It does seem they have made every effort to make links to only reputable sites so parents won't have to worry about children encountering inappropriate material. There are links to more than 1,000 useful sites.<br /><br />So, do you have to pay extra to use the e.encyclopedia website?<br /><br />No, it is free. The website address is located on the first page of the book. Once you purchase the book, the website is free.<br /><br />This book covers a wide variety of subjects including: Earth, Nature, Science and Technology, People and Places, Society and Beliefs, Arts and Entertainment, History and the Human Body.<br /><br />I think they have gone out of their way to make this kid friendly, however, even adults might be interested in finding many of the links. I found the section on seeing how an embryo develops in the womb to be rather fascinating. The section on new materials was quite interesting. Could seaweed be used to make a new plastic? Apparently there is material called "Seagel" that is made from agar and is the lightest solid.<br /><br />You will also find answers to the following questions:<br /><br />Are mountains still growing?<br />What causes tides?<br />How do scientists use the Quantum Theory?<br />Why is a swimming pool deeper than it looks?<br />Who were the first philosophers?<br />How are Musical instruments categorized?<br />What is a nanomachine?<br />Who really invented the World Wide Web?<br />How does the Internet Work?<br /><br />DK excels in the illustration department. You will find a toucan peering out of the page on pg. 233 and beautiful full-color illustrations on every page.<br /><br />Picture highlights: The picture of the Hindu Marriage. What a dress! Loved the picture of the nanorobots and the pictures for the diatonms were rather pretty. Also, who knew a pollen grain was so beautiful. The photography is spectacular.<br /><br />DK & Google have joined forces to make homework fun. There is so much information here, I could spend hours just looking through page after page. e.encyclopedia will give your children a basic overview of our life on earth. Not only will children find these facts intriguing, once they find a subject of interest, they can take their knowledge to the next level by continuing their research online.<br /><br />What a brilliant idea!<br /><br />~The Rebecca Review | 0 |
222 | Books | An interesting read ...
I rather liked this book. It's definitely NOT a travel guide; it's more of a philosophical exploration of variously defined "places" and "locations," some of which might be visitable, but others not.<br /><br />I'm a geography "junky," and I often get lost for hours exploring via Google Earth. This book was kind of like that experience, except it utilizes the written word rather than visual images. The author's method of describing these places, utilizing essay, worked fine for me. It was a bit like being in a pinball machine, each chapter a "concept" to bounce against, moving from level to level.<br /><br />What this book did for me -- I will probably look at places a little differently now. I love road trips, and love traveling "out-of-the-ordinary" routes (e.g., I did a cross-country road trip some years ago from Seattle to Duluth, MN, traveling ONLY 2-lane roads). I really enjoy discovering old run-down dilapidated homesteads and barns, and trying to find out who lived there. Small towns (pop. < 500) fascinate me -- what do the people who live there do for a living? Do their children stay, or move on to "the big city"? I'm interested in history, certainly, but also in the how and why certain places exist.<br /><br />So this book was a natural fit for me. A bit disjointed, sure, but with a lot of good stuff worth mining for. | 0 |
223 | Books | Very comprehensive
A very comprehensive overview of various coloring techniques and tools. It would take me a long time to master call the topics covered. I've got the colored pencils, gel pens, watercolor sets, and others. Pick a subject matter, like flowers, birds, butterflies. Get her latest book on flowers and spend time daily mastering the skills. But don't buy an eBook of these. | 0 |
224 | Books | For the grand kids
They aways find interesting books at Grandma’s house and this is a worthy addition. We have a shelf of toys and books - and they always check that out early in the visit. Mason is interested in big cats, so this is an opportunity to learn about them all - and he may want to take this one home and write report on it. Beautiful illustrations of the animals and great information about each. Recommended. | 0 |
225 | Books | After fifteen years abroad Posey returns to the quaint town of Avalon and the house in the middle of a cemetery where she grew u
At the age of eighteen Posey McGlynn left her childhood home in Avalon, Pennsylvania and moved to England. Her family lived in a house located in the middle of the cemetery where her father dug graves. Posey had been teased mercilessly as a child and couldn't escape her hated hometown fast enough. Fifteen years later, her mother's stroke forces her to return and a series of events conspire to try to keep her from leaving.<br /><br />Posey had vowed to return to England as soon as her mother was doing better but within a matter of weeks, she had a second stroke and passed away. Because the town council had voted to excavate the cemetery in favor of a mall, Posey and her sister, Vi, opted to have their mother cremated. The council offered Posey a position as Field Supervisor and a tidy sum for the house. Her employers in England couldn't hold her position while she was in America for an undetermined amount of time, so the money she'd make from the sale of the house would help her start anew once she returns to England. Her baby sister, Daisy, was buried there more than twenty years ago and Posey is plagued with fears of what will happen if her coffin hadn't held together over time. If her sister must be moved than she'd like it to be with dignity and doesn't want the anthropologist to take any tissue samples. The only person who may be able to help her is her attractive boarder Zee, owner of Necromedrea, the company that's been hired to carry out the excavation.<br /><br />Zee has been working in the funeral graves, and excavations business since he was only fourteen. This excavation is his last before finalizing the sale of the company to a South Florida corporation and retiring at forty-two. He's lived for his company for so long and he's always moving about the country, so forming real relationships aren't possible. Now that he's close to retirement he wants to live a normal life - maybe even get married and have kids. He's interested in Posey, but how is he ever going to convince her that he feels anything for her when he doesn't know how to show his emotions?<br /><br />Sandee McCann's A SEASON IN AVALON will take readers through a riot of emotions. You'll experience Posey's dislike of the small town and her upset over her sister's remains being moved. You'll fall in love with Zee and be drawn into his past as you learn more about him. After reading the goings on in this sleepy little town I could fully appreciate Posey's dislike of the community and anxiously read each page to find out what would happen next, especially when some of the characters began to display distasteful traits. Ms. McCann writes a well thought out story full of emotional situations that readers are sure to enjoy.<br /><br />Chrissy Dionne (courtesy of Romance Junkies) | 0 |
226 | Books | Great Pocket Guide
I have a master's in psychology and having this kind of information at your fingertips is so important. This pocket guide has all the latest information you need to know ready to look through and with the easy to read contents section you can find anything you need in this handy guide. I use it all the time and it really comes in handy. | 0 |
227 | Books | Great Old Book
I enjoy reading these old Perry Mason books. I was glad to get this book to add to my collection. I got this on time and in good condition. | 0 |
228 | Books | It's not pretty behind the political scenes...
Another great story from Patterson - and so timely, too. Between reading this book and watching the primary reviews each night, I feel like I'm getting the total picture - not a very appetizing one, I'm afraid. At times, I wondered if Patterson was letting his imagination run wild with some of the political shenanigans, but when I got to the end, and saw the names of all the people he consulted in writing this book, I realized that I'm probably pretty naive about what's really going on.<br /><br />The deals and the bribes and the quid pro quos - is it really possible to find an honest politician in Washington? Or is arm-twisting and blackmailing and falsely accusing someone of something horrendous just an accepted strategy for getting ahead around the beltway?<br /><br />The characters (and candidates for president) are a war hero, an evangelist and a puppet (whose strings are being pulled by a kingmaker). You find yourself assigning names of real people to these characters. Patterson evidently began The Race in 2004, but put it aside in favor of what was a more timely subject at the time - the Palestinian-Israeli conflict - thus, Exile. That was an extremely well-researched book and a wonderful read. It follows that The Race was constructed with the same attention to detail and accuracy. That just makes it all the more scary!<br /><br />Patterson keeps you wondering about the outcome of the story right up to the last couple of pages - and, I must say, it was a very satisfying ending. I'm glad that I read this book - it was time well spent, but it was a lot like reading really awful stuff about people you respect - you do a lot of head-shaking and, idealist that I am, a lot of hand-wringing. Don't you just hate it when you have to come out of your dream world and face reality? I fear that Patterson has given us a very realistic look at what really goes on. It's all about digging up the dirt and knowing when to use it. Timing is everything. | 0 |
229 | Books | The Rest of the Story!
This should be published in the same "book" as "mockingbird " as it's really the other side of the coin; the second, missing, half.<br /><br />A must read! | 0 |
230 | Books | A Great Writer
Whether it’s nonfiction or historical fiction Alison Weir is a great writer. Eleanor of Aquitaine is one of my favorite historical figures and this novel brings out full fledged characters and historical events. She creates an entire world out of well researched history and adds more. Her Eleanor is a real person in her work, one that any reader especially women can identify with. She makes history relatable. | 0 |
231 | Books | Great read for my 7 y/o!
My son recently broke his leg which means that his summer is nonexistent now and we happened to find these books! He loves them! They have a great story line and it's easy to follow as well as some pictures along the way! Great chapter books for younger readers! | 0 |
232 | Books | I love the way the characters are so well thought out ...
I voluntarily read a copy of this book. This is the second in the series. This story goes further into the life of the Pythia. It gives you more insight into their world and how for centuries they have been plagued with being murdered. In this story Max and Allegra are working to save a city from destruction. They go on the hunt for truth and find out that everything they thought they knew goes a lot deeper and is so much darker than they ever could have imagined. I love the way the characters are so well thought out and how this story flows. It definitely leaves you wanting more! | 0 |
233 | Books | Distracted reader sings praises
Listened to this on audible in just a few days. Usually takes me weeks to months to finish a book because i forget to pick the book up. I found myself wanting to pick this up during every minute of my down time. The narrator does an awesome job distinguishing her voice slightly between child, mother and father. I may be biased because i loved ' we need to talk about Kevin'. Im also a counselor who works with children with these issues on an inpatient psych unit. | 0 |
234 | Books | Granted, Child kidnapping is not my usual taste in stories
Scott is a reporter on the San Francisco crime beat. He is contacted by `the Piper' about doing an interview.<br /><br />The Piper has become wealthy from his day job abducting and ransoming children of wealthy families (not exactly a college career track core course). The call was a setup and results in the murder of the Piper's latest abduction, the only child of real estate mogul Charles Rooker.<br /><br />Eight years go by. Then the Piper calls again. This time it's Scott's son who is kidnapped. .<br /><br />The Piper holds Scott responsible for the kidnapping gone wrong. Rooker steps in to cover the ransom in hopes the FBI will capture his son's killer.<br /><br />Eight years ago Scott withheld info from the FBI, distracted the investigation, and ead the real Piper to murder Nicholas, Charles and Alice's beloved son. Along with the FBI and those involved in the case Scott has blamed himself for the murder. Now his son may be the one to pay the Piper.<br /><br />And the Race is on!<br /><br />I roared through the story to an excellent end (I had guessed the resolve pretty early in the novel) and while there were several unbelievable actions and aspects to the story it was an enjoyable read to I can recommend. | 0 |
235 | Books | Secrets of Business Success in the Twenty-First Century
"Advertising may be dying, but marketing is very much alive and thriving via social media, publicity and relationship-building. Tap into the power of these tools and you'll soon see the results!" ~ pg. 13<br /><br />If you are a business owner and you have been considering getting more involved in social media then Wendy Kenney has some valuable tips to share. "How to Build Buzz For Your Biz" is a practical yet exciting guide. It will show you how to get thousands of visitors to your website by understanding the most effective ways to increase business through utilizing social media sites like Facebook and Twitter. This book will especially be appreciated by business owners who are tired of ineffective advertising strategies. I can recommend this to anyone who wants to become more familiar with online options that will bring in more loyal customers and keep them hooked on a product or service.<br /><br />~The Rebecca Review | 0 |
236 | Books | Illustrations were great but...
It's just a little short. I have to say that I really did like the illustrations, but it didn't make up for how short the book is. Sorry. | 0 |
237 | Books | Basic business strategy with some interesting nuances
There is nothing new or Earth-shattering in this book - it's about employing strategy within the context of e-commerce. The authors' agenda, from the preface, is to "... demystify the Internet ... which then empowers CEOs and their key executives to design their own Internet strategy and control their own destiny."<br />The central theme of the book is wrapped in three imperatives: (1) clarify your business strategy, (2) construct an "e-strategy", and (3) integrate the business and e-strategy.<br />While the ideas and approach are straightforward and basic, the real gems are contained in the interviews with key executives who have creatively conceived of viable (and innovative) e-strategies and have successfully integrated them into their overall business strategy. In my opinion the most interesting interview was with Philip C. Kantz (CEO, TAB Products). TAB Products makes folders, labels and other commodity items. Not the sexy stuff of e-strategies, but that's exactly what this executive crafted and it transformed his entire business. Not surprisingly the creative part of the strategy was minor compared to the leadership abilities that were required to transform a vision into action and results. This interview alone summarizes the entire message of the book. Each of the other four interviews provides insights about the creative, leadership and technical challenges of devising and implementing an e-strategy.<br />As you read this book don't be so quick to conclude that it is only stating the obvious. There are some wonderful ideas to be gleaned, inspiration and encouragement from executive interviews, and some subtle nuances in the authors' approach. The structure and message of the book puts e-strategy and the Internet into the familiar framework of business strategy 101. You'll benefit from the interviews, and will have a path marked with familiar landmarks towards implementing an e-strategy. | 0 |
238 | Books | Snail-Paced Procedural About Hunting Incident on Maquoit Island
STAY HIDDEN: A NOVEL (MIKE BOWDITCH MYSTERIES is the 9th series novel, but my first. It works okay as a standalone, but I felt like I was missing something important because it never explains anything about Mike’s estrangement from the daughter of his father-figure/mentor (Charlie). The novel is a snail-paced police procedural (game warden investigator procedural, to be more precise).<br /><br />In the novel, newly minted warden investigator Mike is assigned his first case--the fatal shooting of a woman who was hanging white laundry on a clothesline on isolated Maquoit Island, which is located off the coast of Maine. The first reports suggest that a hunter mistook the white fabric of her laundry for a white-tailed deer.<br /><br />However, forensic details at the incident scene, and the general secretiveness of the island residents (especially the secretiveness of take-charge-guy Harmon Reed) make Mike suspicious about the “hunting accident”. His further interviews and investigations prove out his suspicion that it was murder. Mike successfully identifies the killer, but nearly loses his own life in the process.<br /><br />If I liked the Mike Bowditch character enough to want to read further series novels, I would definitely start with the first one, [[ASIN:1250161657 The Poacher’s Son]]. I’m sure that it’s more interesting than this one, which has a predictable plot and is best described as tedious. The Maquoit Island setting rings true, and I hope that the islanders will deal with the deer/tick problem soon (if it really exists). Series followers will probably want to read this for the information about Mike’s ongoing relationship with Charlie. | 0 |
239 | Books | Amazing author!
Catherine Coulter he’s one of those authors whom I will buy without even reading the jacket. She’s that good. I just received the book and started reading right away. I’m delighted to find that it is another Savich & Sherlock novel, one I haven’t read yet! I’m so excited! | 0 |
240 | Books | Great Fantasy Book
With the success of 'Game of Thrones,' I'd really love to see an adaptation of Feist's Midkemia books. If you're looking for a truly epic series you can sink your teeth into, this might be the best one. It's not quite as brutal as 'Game of Thrones,' but it does engage in adult themes. Also, the rules of magic are well realized and consistent.<br /><br />The human drama is really what makes this series go. There are elves and dwarves and dragons, but the human cities are where most of the action takes place. In 'Lord of the Rings' you get a better glimpse of how Lothlórien works than Gondor. Here it's just the opposite. The human cities are vibrant and well-imagined.<br /><br />This is the first book in the series, so look no further. In some ways, this and the sequel are the best, however, the subsequent books are consistently gripping. I listen to these on audiobook when I go out for my runs and the voice performance is excellent. This is a perfect series to keep you entertained, but isn't so heavy that it's exhausting to experience the story. It's exactly what you want from escapist fantasy for adults. | 0 |
241 | Books | Keeps me busy.
How enticing are the flower designs. Some are way more difficult for me but the others do keep me busy. | 0 |
242 | Books | Heart-to-Heart Talk
Decide for yourself the kind of life you want. You have to live your own adventure in life, but you don't have to reinvent the wheel. ~Aunt Laya<br /><br />Aunt Laya Saul has finally written the book she wishes someone had written for her when she was a teenager. Not only did she make painful mistakes, she learned a great deal in the process. Through her own journey to adulthood, she learned how to recognize opportunities and avoid dangers.<br /><br />All the topics are divided into small chapters so this book is very easy to read and many of the chapters are two to three pages. She discusses how each of us has challenges and gifts and how we can plug into our intuition and trust our instincts. She also covers topics like:<br /><br />Defining Boundaries<br />Gaining a New Perspective<br />Expecting the Unexpected<br />Choices that Change Your Life<br />Dealing with Failure and Regret<br />Pain and Suffering as Part of Living<br />Alcohol and Drug Abuse<br />Preventing Abuse<br />Life and Death<br />You and the World<br />Relationships<br />Family and Friends<br />Forgiveness<br />Live Your Dreams<br /><br />Aunt Laya Saul has a true love for quotes and this book is filled with inspirational moments, stories and wisdom gained from experience and reading. She has a talent for taking difficult issues and making the solutions seem very logical and desirable. Aunt Laya is on your side and she quickly summarizes each issue and then presents the negative and positive results of each choice you could make. The index is well organized and you can quickly locate issues like peace, compassion, anxiety, frustration, love, jealousy and many others.<br /><br />Through reading this book you can avoid dangerous situations and learn how to nurture healthy relationships. I liked her ideas about replacing fear with excitement and how to approach change one breath at a time. "You Don't Have to Learn Everything the Hard Way" is a encouraging book that can be enjoyed by teenagers and adults of any age. These are issues that follow us throughout our lives. There are also notes about additional reading materials and resources, which would be of interest to anyone working with teens. Highly recommended for parents to give to their teens because this book could also provide a way to exchange life-changing information and give parents and teens the opportunity to see both sides of the issues.<br /><br />~The Rebecca Review | 0 |
243 | Books | Strategic Shopping
In the past few months I've read seven books on saving money at the grocery store and have been able to save $20 to $40 on each shopping trip. While each book gave new ideas, "The Coupon Mom's Guide to Cutting Your Grocery Bills In Half" is probably the most comprehensive.<br /><br />Stephanie Nelson begins her book by explaining various shopping styles and then makes a convincing case for shopping at wholesale clubs. She then explains how you can save when you buy meats, organic foods, dairy products and beauty products.<br /><br />While a lot of this book is about clipping coupons, some of the information is more about a back-to-basics approach. Do you really want to wash your own lettuce, repackages bulk meats, make your own tortilla chips, make milk from powdered milk and shred your own cheese? I know I don't but I could be saving even more money if I was willing to give up some convenience foods. I also won't be giving up my Nielsen-Massey Madagascar Bourbon Vanilla Extract for the 16-ounce bottle at Costco. Yes it is cheaper but there is a great difference in flavor. Yes I've done some taste tests with the cheaper vanilla.<br /><br />So while you read this book you can take all your personal preferences into consideration. Sometimes saving a few pennies just isn't worth the inconvenience. I will say however I use her advice about using baking soda to scrub pots and pans.<br /><br />Some of the most valuable information in this book is the websites where you can find printable coupons. There is a list of websites in the back of the book. There is also some information on how to use the author's website which I found to be useful.<br /><br />One of the things I think is amazing is how Stephanie Nelson can remember all the prices of all the foods she is buying. She saves even more money when she finds a price discrepancy.<br /><br />While this book is helpful I'd encourage you to also buy the following books:<br /><br />[[ASIN:0595408672 Cut it Out and Start Saving: A Guide to Effectively Using Coupons and Obtaining Money from Unexpected Resources]]<br /><br />[[ASIN:0977710602 Better Groceries for Less Cash]]<br /><br />[[ASIN:0061720992 Shop Smart, Save More: Learn The Grocery Game and Save Hundreds of Dollars a Month]]<br /><br />[[ASIN:0976079127 Greatest Secrets of the Coupon Mom]]<br /><br />[[ASIN:1440410291 How to Receive Free Groceries]]<br /><br />[[ASIN:1448662761 20 Grocery Store Savings Ideas: Grocery Coupon Savings Tips For Those Grocery Shopping On A Budget]]<br /><br />~The Rebecca Review | 0 |
244 | Books | Great Recipes and Useful Advice on Cooking with Cast Iron
Cooking with cast iron is different than cooking with stainless steel or with aluminum. Cast iron requires different care and it heats up and retains heat differently. A lot of recipes that are written for general cookware work fine in cast iron. That said, recipes that are developed and written specifically for cast iron seem to just work better. I like cooking with cast iron cookware and I am always looking for good recipes to try in the cast iron cookware that I have. I found this book on a book stack and decided to give it a try, and so far it has definitely met my expectations and given me more ideas for the kitchen.<br /><br />The introduction starts off with a short but interesting background of cast iron cooking and focuses specifically on Wagner Ware and Griswold cast iron (page 29 makes this very clear - this is a brand-name cookbook). Ultimately the brand is not really all that important unless you have a sentimental connection to a specific manufacturer or have had bad experiences with a brand in the past. The history is interesting material and is truly worth the read.<br /><br />As with most other cast iron cookbooks I have seen, this one includes a section on proper care and maintenance of cast iron. Most of the information is straightforward and common-sense stuff, but there are a few informational items that I did not know before, specifically regarding self-cleaning ovens and open flames.<br /><br />At several points in this cookbook there is mention of someone named Aunt Ellen. At first I thought this was a relative of the book's author and that this was simply a tribute to a favorite aunt, but I finally discovered an explanation of Aunt Ellen and who she was, on page 27. The anecdotes and various sayings by Aunt Ellen come from an industrious and knowledgeable woman who worked for Griswold and shared recipes, tips and advice regarding cast iron cookware.<br /><br />There are four main sections in this cookbook: Luncheon and other Nibbles, Vegetables and other Sides, Main Courses (which is subdivided into Poultry, Meat and Seafood), and finally Desserts. I have not tried a lot of these recipes yet but I have one that I tried in particular that turned out memorably well - Mom's Macaroni and Cheese with Bacon, which is the very first recipe in the book. Made in a cast iron Dutch oven, it turned out entirely different than that made in a stoneware crock or casserole dish, but it was a big hit with the family and is getting made again this evening.<br /><br />Most recipes (not quite all) have gorgeous, full-color pictures with the finished dish. The majority of these show the dish still in the cast iron cookware used to prepare them. I very much like the formatting and layout of this cookbook.<br /><br />If I could change one thing about this cookbook, I would add an indicator with the recipe, either directly under the title or in the narrative introduction, a statement about what kind of pan, pot or griddle is needed to prepare it. This is a small thing and adding it would have made this cookbook even better.<br /><br />This is a fine book for anyone who likes cast iron cookware and wants a good collection of recipes that are geared specifically for cooking with cast iron. There is a little bit of everything in this cookbook, there are some great stories and lots of advice from Aunt Ellen's archives. At the current price (about $10) this book is a bargain. | 0 |
245 | Books | good book
I have enjoyed this book very much. It is keeping my interest. I like the characters and it is nice that it deals with anxiety, which is something so many women face. I recommend it for anyone to enjoy a romance but especially women who suffer from anxiety. | 0 |
246 | Books | Great for the online student
This book should be a must for any online curriculum. It covers the realm of netiquette as well as learning styles. If a person doesn't know how she or he learns the best in order to retain more, then the success of online learning is diminished proportionately.<br /><br />If there are any students just beginning an online curriculum, or any students that have to take just one online class, this guide will help you get the most bang for your bucks. Nothing is more frustrating than spending an huge amount of money and getting almost nothing in return. Plus, it will help you to win friends and influence people online, give you great insight to your fellow students and instructor, and make you smell good... well, maybe not the last, but certainly the first two.<br />[...] | 0 |
247 | Books | Very good
The book, by Jonathan Tepperman, excellently looks into the world situation, as many describe as hopeless, but sees many examples of extraordinary success in tackling big problems and presents them as ways which might also be used elsewhere. The common denominator of the successes is using pragmatism, not looking for perfection, but moving positively.<br /><br />First, he sees the Terrible Ten problems being income inequality, immigration, corruption, Islamic extremism, civil war, the resource curse, energy, the middle income trap, gridlock I, and gridlock II.<br /><br />As for possible improvements, I will cover these.....<br /><br />Brazil's poverty.<br /><br />Rather than lots of social programs, Lula introduced Bolsa Familia, just giving poor families cash with certain rules, like having the kids attend school so that future generations will have greater chances for success in addition to making the parents better consumers. And being cheaper for the government. Basically combining left wing goals with right wing, Milton Friedman economics......pragmatism.<br /><br /> Canada's need for more people, but white resistance, even from existing minorities.<br /><br />So, rather than an incremental approach to immigration, mass immigration with strict vetting for those most likely to help the economy, resulting in a true multicultural nation. And with strong government support for multiculturalism, it made the nation more Canadian, not less.<br /><br />Mexican gridlock.<br /><br />Since the winning party had no majority, it created a plan to have all three major parties participate.<br /><br />America's shale revolution<br /><br />It really could only happen in the US because of such things like its bankruptcy laws which encourage risk taking, RE laws which sometimes allow residential land owners also mineral rights thus encouraging investment returns for average people, Wall Street lending/investment, environmental costs effectively managed, lesser population density than Europe, etc.<br /><br />Other topics include Rwanda's overcoming its genocidal past, Indonesia overcoming terrorism, Singapore overcoming corruption and lack of natural resources and Botswana overcoming conflicts over new diamond riches.<br /><br />Sure, it takes special situations, like good leaders or just good luck, but all counties or governments could gain insights from the book, hence I recommend it. | 0 |
248 | Books | A good mystery - well-written and satisfying!
This was really a great mystery - it’s amazing that Marjorie has the kind of connections with law enforcement that she can participate in murder investigations. But, this is a small town, and she is one of its most revered citizens. An indexer? I didn’t know there were folks that have creating indexes for books as their sole pursuit - but somebody has to put them together, and now I know there are “indexers”!<br />One of the most interesting parts of this investigation was Marjorie’s trip to the Grafton School, better known as a home for the feeble-minded, defective, and insane. Children shortly after birth are dropped off there when parents can’t cope - and this mystery involves the disappearance of one of the children. The author did some research about places like this - revealing that women were sterilized until the practice was curtailed in 1964. The whole thing is a bit unnerving to read about.<br /><br />I enjoyed this mystery - it took some twists that I didn’t suspect, and wrapped up very nicely, with Marjorie’s help. | 0 |
249 | Books | Ages 11 to 13
A race to find 12 relics to save the planet, an time-traveling astrolabe built in the 16th century by Copernicus. A thrilling adventure with puzzles and codes AND AN ANCIENT STAR MAP!.<br /><br />13 year old Wade Kaplan, stepbrother Darrell, cousin Lily, and Lily's friend Becca and Wade's father, Roald, fly from Austin, Texas to Germany for a funeral. Wade's "uncle" Henry, an astronomy professor in Berlin, sent Wade's dad a coded e-mail then died under mysterious circumstances! To keep the time-traveling astrolabe out of the hands of the evil "Knights of the Teutonic Order of Ancient Prussia" and their deadly and beautiful ruler "Galina", Uncle Henry had put the relics in the hands of "The Guardians". However the Knights (KotTOAP) have become powerful and the only thing to stop them is that darned astroglobe which is now in 12 pieces and scattered over 12 time zones hidden by 12 guardians - so off our merry band of intrepid heros go, next to Italy and then Guam. The author is an expert with 100+ books having sold over 10 million copies. | 0 |
250 | Books | Beautiful Magazine with Holiday Recipes to Love
Ree Drummond's magazines are always well worth reading. They always have great recipes. I'm getting an Instant Pot for Christmas and Ree always has Instant Pot recipes to try.<br /><br />This holiday magazine has a fun Holiday gift guide that includes items for kids, men, women, your home and even for pets. Oooo and wait until you see the homemade peppermint hot cocoa mix in a jar. There is a gift anyone would love to receive.<br /><br />This magazine also has pages of clothing options for keeping warm in winter. Ree's beauty ideas to layer a gloss over a lipstick is perfect for the holidays. For Christmas decorating there are pages of Merry Mantels and a mini Christmas tree that I may have to look for and buy! It is the cutest. The section on A Girl's Guide to Christmas trees also tells you which is the best scented tree. Then there is party food using Ree's frozen appetizers.<br /><br />Some of the recipes I want to try in this magazine include Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes and Dinner Rolls with Garlic Herb Butter. The rolls are made in a cast iron skillet which can be put in the oven.<br /><br />So lots to love in this special edition. I've started collecting these magazine like cookbooks!<br /><br />~The Rebecca Review | 0 |
251 | Books | Good series!
I am really enjoying the Olivia Knight series. This latest book has a twist ending, not shocking but good. The characters relationship continues and deepens with each book. I did hit a part through the book when Olivia goes undercover that was confusing to read. Her character has an alias in prison but the writer would sometimes use the name Andrea(the alias) and switch to the cell mates calling her Olivia again. Just an error but it kind of throws you off while you're reading it. I look forward to the next book in this series. It sounds like it'll be really interesting! | 0 |
252 | Books | nice print
No sense in actually reviewing the content of this text as it is undoubtedly one of the most important ever, but this particular printed version is very nice. | 0 |
253 | Books | A Motivational Book on How to Create Yourself
Daniel Milstein's rags to riches story is fascinating and he seems to be one of the most determined individuals I've ever read about. In this well-designed book he has a wealth of information to share.<br /><br />If well-meaning people have told you your dreams are impossible, Daniel Milstein has the opposite opinion. Through telling you stories about many individuals who made it big, he sets the stage for your own story to unfold. This motivational book has great examples of super successful individuals who took charge of their own lives.<br /><br />One quote I really like is by the author and says: “Life begins at the end of your comfort zone.” This is so true. I also had to smile at the quote: “Hard work puts you in a place where good luck can find you.”<br /><br />This is one of those books where you want to highlight something on each page. There are so many witty quips and lol funny moments. So this book not only gives you hard-earned wisdom it is also enjoyable to read.<br /><br />This book could not have come into my life at a better time. Now I'm willing to follow the advice. I believe the author is right when he says you may have to sacrifice something in your life to follow your dreams.<br /><br />So let the message of this book captivate you and take the principles to heart. Books like this are game changers. If you are serious about being successful you can't go wrong taking this author's advice.<br /><br />~The Rebecca Review<br /><br />I received one free book for review purposes. | 0 |
254 | Books | Great book
I ordered this right when it came out. I recommend all ladies to read it - it's a great insight into Demi Moore's life. | 0 |
255 | Books | My son and daughter love it!
This is a cute book but beware it isn't classic stories (they have a different book for that LOL). My son and daughter love it! | 0 |
256 | Books | I definitely recommend to my family and friends
Quick delivery, product matches description and ease of order.<br />I definitely recommend to my family and friends. | 0 |
257 | Books | A BOOK EVERYONE SHOULD READ-JUST BECAUSE...
The reading can be monotonous but it's all basic stuff of our lives. Purchased this to give to a friend. | 0 |
258 | Books | Red/Black/Cream Scheme Is Boring; Displays of Typefaces Lack Visual Interest
No matter how hard I try, I cannot warm to this JUST TYPE 2015 WALL CALENDAR. Printed on cream stock in just two colors (red and black), it's boring--definitely not the sort of "eye candy" you expect in a monthly wall calendar. Hanging open on a wall, it displays each month's name in headline-sized type, and a series of odd-looking, mismatched date numbers. (To see what the calendar will look like on your wall, click on the product-page photos to expand them and see the calendar's actual double-page appearance.)<br /><br />The date numbers appear to be mismatched because they are examples of the different variations that are available for the typeface (e.g., Matrix Bold, Matrix Script Book, Matrix Inline Extra Bold, Matrix Regular, etc.). I bought this calendar partly for the "Big Grids" promised by the subtitle, but in fact there isn't much space under each date for writing in appointments or reminders.<br /><br />At the top of each month's display, there are a few comments on the history of the featured typeface (e.g., Matrix (for February) was the first typeface designed on a Mac). There are further comments on relative heights and shapes of serifs, terminals, etc., to explain the features that distinguish the particular typeface from other typefaces. The 2015 calendar showcases the following twelve typefaces: Akzidenz-Grotesque BQ; Matrix; Rockwell; Adobe Caslon; Snell Roundhand/Poppl-Residenz; Copperplate Gothic; ITC Century; Gill Sans; Dispatch; Bodoni; Bauhaus; and Trajan.<br /><br />As soon as I can find something else to hang in the wall space, this calendar is coming down. The displays simply aren't interesting enough to look at for a month at a time over the course of an entire year. I rate the JUST TYPE 2015 calendar at 2 stars ("I don't like it" on the official Amazon scale). | 0 |
259 | Books | How did I miss this
Best book for encapsulating the advent of the 'Modern" world. It is a great detective story and an excellent example of one scholar's persistence and enthusiasm for discovery. I have recommended it to many, many people | 0 |
260 | Books | A Healthy Approach to Cooking
The cookbook I received has a different title on the cover. Instead of "Easy Cookbook for Healthy, Wholesome Recipes", the title on mine reads "How to Cook Healthier: An Easy Cookbook for Balanced Living". Other than the title, the cover is exactly the same and I assume the contents is as well. I will proceed under that assumption.<br /><br />My wife and I have been trying to get into a healthier lifestyle, and she wants to prepare healthier meals - lower sodium, lower sugar, higher protein, etc. This is one of the titles we have selected to work towards that goal, and so far she and I are both pleased with it. This is a different kind of cookbook than I usually see, and it is a refreshing approach to cooking.<br /><br />The first ~60 pages deal with cooking concepts rather than recipes or health information which is not at all what I was expecting. The author presents several different concepts with a few example recipes to demonstrate the concept being presented. I think this is the first book that I've seen that has a page dedicated to the art of boiling water... In addition to cooking with water, there are sections of cooking in pans, cooking in the oven, and cooking on the grill. These are not exhaustive (for example, the section on cooking in water avoids sous vide) so do not expect a comprehensive cooking course here, but the idea is to get back to the essential skills and techniques to be successful in the kitchen.<br /><br />There are several chapters of recipes as well, and these are broken down into more traditional chapters, such as breakfast foods and desserts.<br /><br />There is a subtle but important feature about this book that is important to note. The author avoids refined sugars and wheat flours, sticking to more natural sweeteners like honey and maple syrup and flour substitutes like almond flour. This can be assumed from the title, but it's a selling point that probably should be made more obvious.<br /><br />This is an interesting book. It reads like a basic cooking class, though the intent is to present more of a cooking reset in the kitchen, followed up with healthy recipes. I like it and am looking forward to working with this book more. | 0 |
261 | Books | Good educational book
This is a pretty good book on shapes. What I like about these Spectrum books is that they are very focused on one subject, unlike other activity books, which typically focus on more different things. These give the child many different activities about the same thing, in this case shapes. There are a lot of different activities to reinforce your child on shapes. The color illustrations are good. It is not a gigantic book, but because it is so focused it is very effective at helping your child gain mastery of shapes. I would recommend it. | 0 |
262 | Books | Neon in Daylight by Hermione Hoby, Paperback – January 9, 2018
I thought the novel and the main characters were all a hot mess, and the writing was desultory. The ending, I don't know where the author was going with it but it left me looking around for it. The best thing about the book was the cover. | 0 |
263 | Books | Perfect timing for pawpaws on our property to be eaten
Unlike many who read Pawpaw: In Search of America's Forgotten Fruit, I know the fruit but I did not know of the history in this country. My timing could not have been better for ordering the book because I was eating pawpaw on the day the book arrived at my door. Andrew Moore was inspired to search and research, then wrote in an easy to read style, a book which will undoubtedly have a limited audience. I would venture to say that the audience will grow as people who read the book recognize the hanging fruit while out for a hike and spread the word along with the fruit. Mr. Moore, your book is likely to cause a reduction of the wild pawpaw fruit I find. At least I can find mango in the stores to get the closest flavor I can identify. This is a lovely book that I found to be a delight to read. | 0 |
264 | Books | Story with depth
Although there’s a mystery, there’s something much deeper. Maybe a gentle reminder that each human has talents and is worthy of love, appreciation, respect and understanding. Sometimes the outside, the shell is deceptive. Good -evil lies beneath. | 0 |
265 | Books | Love
Loved the ending to this vast collection of books. The loose ends were tied up nicely. Everyone who ever hurt Sookie got what's good for them and we find out who she ends up with. | 0 |
266 | Books | A poetic argument against scientism
Wendell Berry's book is the best argument I have read against the "religion" of scientism practiced by our culture in quite some time. The Enlightenment is dead, and unfortunately many in and out of science refuse to acknowledge it. Mathematical rationalism that was thought to be the best access to ALL human knowledge and wisdom during the Enlightenment. Modern science emerged as the standard bearer of the Enlightenment towards this lofty goal, replacing all other epistemologies. By the mid-twentieth century, epistemologies like philosophy, theology, and mythology were seen as either arcane or trivial - certainly unscientific (sic). E.O. Wilson (one of my favorite biologists) in CONSILIENCE writes at the apogee of this thinking and yes, faith. In CONSILIENCE Wilson wishes to either ignore or concretize the divine - I can't quite get which. Much of our culture does pretty much the same. Wendell Berry's argument is that we must look past scientific description and look deeper into the world around us to achieve wisdom and appreciate the "depth of the world." The superstition (actually a religion to my mind) that Berry argues against is the notion that through science we can come to understand it ALL, which is called scientism. Yet, Berry acknowledges and celebrates science's value to our culture from a practical and philosophical perspective but warns us against relying on it for moral judgment. Scientism lacks soul, spirit - it is a cold "religion" that does not acknowledge the deep mystery of the universe, because this mystery is just another problem to be solved by measurement and experiment. Berry's implicit argument is that no moral culture can arise from it. Science is but one way to come to understand our place in the universe, and we are warned in Berry's book that we should not unduly privilege it since science cannot come to an understanding of the divine aspects of existence. | 0 |
267 | Books | 5 blue ribbons from Romance Junkies
NAUGHTY BUT NICE by Donna Kauffman<br />Irish businessman Griffin is determined to transform Hamilton from a small close-knit community to a global commodity. His plan would revive the town and bring in much needed revenue. However, not everyone shares his enthusiasm. Melody owns the town bakery and she isn't interested in changing anything about her life or the town. Griffin and Melody may have differing views on the future of Hamilton, but that doesn't stop them from caving into the passion broiling between them.<br /><br />Donna Kauffman kicks off THE NAUGHTY LIST anthology with an utterly charming story that will drive home the power of love versus adversity. I got a kick out of the sparks flying between Griffin and Melody and love how they're able to express their feelings regarding the town and the reasons behind their points of view. Besides all that you get to revisit HAMILTON and the people who make it so special. Look for other HAMILTON stories, pick up copies of these anthologies:<br />KISSING SANTA CLAUS - `LOCK, STOCK & JINGLE BELLS'<br />TO ALL A GOOD NIGHT - ` UNLEASHED'<br /><br />ALL I WANT FOR CHRISTMAS by Cynthia Eden<br />Toy creator Christie Crenshaw's ego has taken a blow since her ex-boyfriend has already moved on - and more than likely cheated on her before their split. Christmas is quickly approaching and she's been a very good girl this year but what she wants won't fit in a stocking - a red hot scorching fling ... no strings attached. Given the opportunity she even perches on Santa's lap and whispers her request to him. Police officer Jonas (AKA Santa Stud) has wanted Christie for years and he's definitely more than willing to deliver her gift personally.<br /><br />Cynthia Eden makes brainy women downright sexy. I adored Christie's spunky attitude and how she refuses to back down from what she wants. Jonas is really very sweet and loveable - as well as undeniably sexy. This story has the perfect blend of humor, suspense, scorching sex and Christmas cheer.<br /><br />TATTOOS AND MISTLETOE by Susan Fox<br />Charlie's whole reason for returning to her hometown is to fix up her aunt's B&B so that she can sell it and open her own tattoo parlor in Toronto. What she doesn't anticipate is to have to contend with major renovations and LJ who has fond memories of Charlie's younger days. Charlie doesn't view her artistic endeavors in town as vandalism, it was creative expression - but some people never forget ... or forgive. Can Charlie find a way to resolve her feelings about the town and people she left behind? LJ certainly hopes so...<br /><br />Susan Lyons will have you smiling and remembering those `growing pains' with only a twinge of embarrassment as you delve into TATTOOS AND MISTLETOE. I love how Charlie forges her own path and doesn't kowtow to other peoples ideals. LJ won me over when he chose to overlook Charlie's snarky attitude and love her despite his parents' opinions about her. This story shows readers that there's real beauty in simply being yourself - without any pretense.<br /><br />THE NAUGHTY LIST may be marketed as a Christmas book but in actuality it's a perfect `feel good' book for any time of year. Each author's voice resonates through their individual story while sticking with the naughty theme which makes this a wonderful read. Looking for a bad boy out to change the world? What about a good girl brainiac who's only Christmas wish is to be very bad? And of course, even tattooed artists with an axe to grind enjoy a little mistletoe and merry making. Take a break from the hussle and bustle of the holiday season and rather than worrying about being nice so that Santa leaves those gifts you desire, imagine how much more fun you'd have if you're on THE NAUGHTY LIST.<br /><br />Chrissy Dionne (courtesy of Romance Junkies) | 0 |
268 | Books | Not a Romance - a drama - lots and lots of angst
Jamaica & New York, in the late 1800's to early-20th Century. 17 year old Rachel is given an exclusive education by way of a wealthy family. Rachel has a daughter, Margaret during the time she is there.<br /><br />She is invited to many parties given in the family home.<br /><br />33 year old Henry, a widower whose child died with his wife. Henry was born and always lived on the island.<br /><br />Rachel is a remote, reserved even frosty; Henry the exact opposite *sigh*<br /><br />Henry desires to marry Rachel, she becomes pregnant by Henry. It's not what Rachel wants, she does move in with him. Six years and 4 children (all boys) follow and they marry. Henry is delighted, Rachel not so much. Owie!<br /><br />Henry raises Margaret as his own.<br /><br />The novel is told from different POVs, including Rachel, her mother, Henry, Margaret and their oldest son James. I love this type of storytelling.<br /><br />Rachel, Henry, Margaret and the Georges, not so much - they never came to life for me even though the writing is gorgeous.<br /><br />From the first chapter we know that Rachel left Henry with their oldest son and took their other sons and Margaret to live in New York City.<br /><br />The "Afterword" sheds light on the story you might want to read it first however it does have spoilers.<br /><br />I will try another from this author. | 0 |
269 | Books | Bonnie A MUST READ
I have read all the Eve Duncan series I think there are like 20 plus books all are good, this is the last book is this series. I really enjoyed this book. I could'nt sit it down, I had to find out if she ever found her daughter. I will not give it all away.<br />Quinn is excellent in this along with Eve's friend Catherine. I hope that there are more Duncan books that play off her friendships and maybe more on Catherine and her son. I never cry when reading a book or watching a movir but I did on this one. Great book I give it a 5 star. The book arrived early which I was pleased about,and was packaged perfectly too. I would definitly order from this company again. | 0 |
270 | Books | WOW- this is so well laid out- excellent mix of learning styles represented
As a teacher, I have learned over the years that in order to cover a subject to reach the most people, you have to present the topic in various learning styles. Having a topic covered only in book or only orally when it comes to language is not going to reach all different types of learning styles.<br /><br />LATIN AMERICAN SPANISH in the OXFORD TAKE OFF IN series is an excellent program. There is a very well laid out presentation of the subject matter and many different learning styles can be reached with this series, although the visual is limited to words in the books only and not visuals as in DVDs.<br /><br />WHAT COMES IN THIS SET?<br /><br />This set comes with 4 lesson CDs which contain many lessons as well as review sessions. There is also a practice CD (total of 5 in the kit).<br /><br />There is a lesson book, and a travel dictionary and travel book.<br /><br />CD LESSONS<br /><br />The CD lessons are very well laid out. First the listener is taken through a narrative introduction of various terms and pronunciations of words and phrases featured in the chapter.<br /><br />Once the lesson is listened to several times, then the student progresses to written lessons which are in the lesson book.<br /><br />These lessons are broken into several sections.<br /><br />There are several activities which could be matching exercise using conversation featured in the chapter.<br /><br />There are vocabulary lists to go over written with the Spanish first and then the English translation.<br /><br />There are language building activities which feature special instructions for some things that are in the Spanish language which the student might not be aware of. Usually there are several language facts presented in each Lesson.<br /><br />Once the book activities are completed, the student is directed back to the CD to listen to the remaining activities for that lesson/chapter.<br /><br />TRAVEL BOOK<br /><br />The travel book is laid out extremely well. It is broken up into topics of relevance. For example, if you might be looking to discuss knitting with someone in Spanish, you can look under the leisure games & pastimes category and you will find the word for knitting.<br /><br />At the end of each category, there is a dialogue completely in Spanish which allows the reader to test their ability to comprehend what is being said and possibly use it in their interactions.<br /><br />MP3<br />I have not had the chance to download the MP3 files which are available to put on an MP3 player to take with you while on the move, but it is available.<br /><br />FINAL COMMENTS<br />I am very impressed with this language course. I have had the opportunity to experience many different language courses over the years and I have to say that this course is laid out the nicest of any that I have seen so far. It is easy to use, interesting, and covers various aspects of language without getting boring.<br /><br />The books are black and white and well laid out, but there are no color photos or pictures in these books to distract from the language being learned.<br /><br />I also appreciate the compactness of the set- it is easy to take with you and various methods of learning (MP3 and CD ) are made available to help with the ease of use and transport.<br /><br />I am giving this 5 stars.<br /><br />When I finish the course, if anything changes, I will be sure to update my review. | 0 |
271 | Books | Love this book.
Love this book. Won't be passing this book on.....Its worth a second read. P.s. I have a mini schnauzer, he's my dear friend .....so this book was special to me | 0 |
272 | Books | Great quality
The score prints has a tad old fashioned to them, but they were on large prints and you can't be happier with the full scores in one book. Great value for money, and it used for late beginners! | 0 |
273 | Books | Worth purchasing
Excellent book, worth reading. Makes you think Booth did live after shooting Lincoln | 0 |
274 | Books | Commercial Writing
Peter Bowerman presents and entertaining book for aspiring writers who want to be successful as a freelance writer. If you are dreaming about leaving your day job and becoming a full-time writer then this book is a valuable resource to consider. He gives insight into the lifestyle of a writer and then presents practical ways to make more money doing what you love. Some of the highlights include:<br /><br />What Does it Take to be Successful?<br />Where's the Business?<br />Software - Which programs are best for the job.<br />Marketing<br />How to Set up a Phone Interview<br />How are Fees Determined?<br />Networking<br />Ghostwriting<br />Sample Letters<br />Brochure Ideas<br />Sample Contract<br /><br />If you live to write then this book will take you through a series of convincing articles on topics of interest. You will discover what it takes to be a freelance writer and also see if this is the lifestyle you would enjoy.<br /><br />~The Rebecca Review | 0 |
275 | Books | I have lI lost my copy and found it on Amazon I'm so excited.
This is a special book to me. It made me love books. 📚 It's a fantastic book. If you want to know how it was for youth in the great Northwest in the 90'S when Seattle was cutting edge with alternative grunge music 🎶 this is the book for you. | 0 |
276 | Books | 5 blue ribbons from Romance Junkies
Book clubs are staid and uninspiring with nothing but classics and `safe' titles as book selections, right? Not true! The Dirty Girls Book Club is daring to venture out of the safe genres and checking out some sinfully delicious erotic titles - and if they opt to do a little extracurricular research on the topics then so much the better, right?<br /><br />Kim Chang dreams of starting a career based on her love for art, but her traditional Chinese parents have only agreed to allow her to study art for two years in Vancouver and then she's expected to return to Hong Kong and take up a position in the company her parents' built. Defying them isn't even something she'd consider but she loves Vancouver, her book club friends and knows she wants more from life than being buried behind a desk with her creativity stifled.<br /><br />The book club's newest selection, `Ride Her, Cowboy' isn't exactly Kim's ideal read, she's a through and through city girl after all, but figures the sex scenes might make it worth reading. Marielle takes things a step further and suggests a field trip to a country fair and rodeo which ultimately horrifies Kim who can't imagine life outside a city but she agrees to go - and becomes fixated on one cowboy in particular, Ty Ronan.<br /><br />Ty enjoys competing at the rodeos though he's no longer a full time pro since he bought the Ronan Ranch three years ago. He's certainly glad he opted to compete at the Fraser Valley rodeo when he lays eyes on an exotic creature that reminds him of a dragonfly with her spiky colored hair and silky bright top. She looks so out of place yet Ty can't deny she arouses him in ways he wouldn't have expected. Ty's mother insists it's time that he look for a wife, but he hasn't had the time or interest but something about Kim just clicks with him.<br /><br />They're from two different worlds and Kim has no illusions about a happily-ever-after with Ty but there's nothing wrong with looking. Unfortunately she's a lightweight when it comes to alcohol and instead of sticking to her `values' she decides to follow her passion and accompany Ty back to his room. It's an action she regrets in the morning, but then as she reads more of their book selection and engages in discussions with the rest of the book club she realizes that there's nothing wrong with embracing the desire broiling between her and Ty, after all she'll be returning to Hong Kong while he'll be staying on his beloved ranch. What she soon realizes is there is life outside of the city and Ty is more than supportive of her business ideas, something her parents might not be willing to accept. Can Kim find the strength to stand up to her parents and build a future for herself with the man she's coming to love?<br /><br />Savanna Fox's DARE TO BE DIRTY is a refreshingly fun and entertaining read. In fact, the series, DIRTY GIRLS BOOK CLUB, has proven to be wickedly delightful so far. How many times have you read a romance novel and wanted to step into the heroine's position or wondered if you could spice up your love life by incorporating a few of the ideas from the book into your own bedroom? Ms. Fox allows readers to let their imaginations run wild as Kim and Ty embark on their whirlwind romance despite their ethnic differences and the results are positively delightful. Kim's artistic nature just drew me to her and Ty... well let's face it; cowboys are just too sexy for words. They're not your typical couple which I think is part of what makes this story one you'll want to read over and over.<br /><br />Here are the titles in the DIRTY GIRLS BOOK CLUB, in order:<br />THE DIRTY GIRLS BOOK CLUB - release date September 2012<br />DARE TO BE DIRTY - release date July 2, 2013<br />BOUND TO BE DIRTY - release date February 2014<br /><br />Chrissy Dionne (courtesy of Romance Junkies) | 0 |
277 | Books | SIMPLY THE BEST!!!
I cannot recommend this book highly enough!!! If anyone wants to "learn how to do watercolor" painting...get this book!!!!! I have had more fun...learning...creating -- HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!! | 0 |
278 | Books | Disjointed, characters feel wooden.
My top three favorite books of all time include Hannibal by Thomas Harris with the correct, original ending. I didn't love Hannibal Rising, but I was happy enough with it. So I was excited about Cari Mora enough to pre-order the Audible version. Sadly, I'm left disappointed and a little bored after listening to it.<br /><br />The first problem is the self narration by the author. This can be wonderful, but usually doesn't work out well and this is one of those times when a professional voice actor should have been hired. The flow is not as smooth as it could be and there are awkward pauses here and there.<br /><br />I was in no way expecting a recreation of Hannibal Lector or Clarice here. Yet there are faint, very watered down echoes of both characters - for example the weird use of "okeydoke" here. The story includes similarly graphic, violence and vile predilections from several lead characters as well as a grim backstory for Cari. Unfortunately, these all lack the deeply thought out, twisted nobility and underhanded charm of Lector or Clarice or even Inspector Patzi. Instead, Hans-Pedro and Cari feel like cheap imposters. There is no honor or even appreciation for anything in life within these characters. I just found the whole book felt like an after thought and slapped together - even the gold as the focus of the plot, never seemed important. There are no iconic lines from Cari Mora to wiggle into our lexicon either - Mr Harris left his wit on the editor's floor I'm afraid. | 0 |
279 | Books | Learn the Ins and Outs of Small Business Ownership
Have you ever dreamed of owning your own business? Many people have but they are unsure where to start. There is a LOT that goes into the establishment and operation of a business and Small Business for Dummies, a reference guide for business people, is ready to assist budding entrepreneurs in the fine art of small business ownership.<br /><br />What can you learn from Small Business for Dummies? In truth, just about any of the important information you need to know about starting up your own company. Starting with intention, Small Business for Dummies first asks some important questions to make sure you are ready for the demands that small ownership can bring. Once that hurdle has been jumped, the book then talks about things such as writing a business plan, obtaining financing, seeking out legal and other help, and maintaining the business well after it has been established.<br /><br />Small Business for Dummies, like the other Dummies books, is concerned mostly with helping readers find answers to many of the important questions bound to arise when a small business has been established. New business owners often have tons of questions and need quick answers. They cannot wait for a solution- the need advice and they need it now. With a reference guide such as this, readers can flip through the pages and discover all sorts of important information about running a small business. Some of the info is obvious, but there is other information that will surprise the average reader and leave them feeling thankful that they read this book and learned a little more about business ownership and operation.<br /><br />I have never owned a business with more than a few employees, but I admit that the thought has crossed my mind more than once. With Small Business for Dummies, readers can quickly discover their own strengths and weaknesses and can find answers to most any question relating to business operation and business success. It is a very good book and invaluable resource for those who want to run their own company. | 0 |
280 | Books | Great desk calendar
Easy to use and perfect for someone who does not have a lot of appointments. Attractive as well and decently priced. | 0 |
281 | Books | One of my All-Time Favorite books!
This is one of my all-time favorite books! Perhaps it isn't historically accurate, but that's hardly the point. This book shows another way of viewing the myths of King Arthur that we all konw and love. Not only does it spin the old myth on it's ear in the religious sense, but it does so in a social sense (as far as the relationships between men and women go) as well. It is wonderfully intricate and full of fantasy, romance and intrigue. I highly recommend this book to anyone! Don't let it's enormous page-count scare you off! | 0 |
282 | Books | Ages 14 and up
the 14 year old in the family did not care for the ending - he said it didn't fit with the first 140 pages. I read it first and felt that everyone got gypped -it was like a slap of realism on top of a tragedy that had potential to be terrific.<br /><br />Publisher's Weekly and Kirkus reviewers loved it. | 0 |
283 | Books | The book was very engaging and easy to read
received a free copy of this book from She Speaks. The book was very engaging and easy to read. It gave a great peak into the day to day realities of life during WWII with a focus on the lives of women and the many important ways they kept the world running in the absence of the men who were at war. It was difficult to read about all of the suffering at home, in both the city and countryside, and in the concentration camps. It was great to see the bravery of many women who risked their lives to save others in part due to their inconspicuous nature. Also the idea that some Nazis were "good" people while others simply were not in any way good always intrigues me. The characters were interesting and multi-faceted. Overall, it was a good story with likable characters and a topic which brings about reflection on the way in which WWII came about and progressed | 0 |
284 | Books | A well researched book of facts and accomplishments
This book is a short, compressed look at the life and career of Maya Angelou. The author presents a reasonable quantity of facts, family relationships, and personal journeys covering Maya’s childhood, books, music, variety of jobs, vast dance career, husbands and partners. in addition to extensive traveling through the US, Europe, and Africa.<br /><br />The information presented is clear, concise, and meaningful. This is a good starter book for anyone searching for a different view of Ms. Angelou’s life and numerous accomplishments. I appreciated the section on Ms. Angelou’s homelessness as a young teen, and there were several facts presented that I had forgotten. | 0 |
285 | Books | Great practice book for bigness!
Great little book to practice watercolor skills for beginners. It help me improve by practice differ skills I have not yet mastered. | 0 |
286 | Books | gift
Every year I buy silly/useful things for my family Christmas. I plan to give these to a friend who LOVES these types of word search games. It arrived quickly because I have Prime and in good condition. I will update with any issues. | 0 |
287 | Books | Mens coloring book
Cute coloring book for a mens gift. Smaller than most coloring books, which isnt an issue for me. Clear detailed black and white designs. | 0 |
288 | Books | Acid Free
If you want to decorate brown paper packages tied up with string, here are the perfect stickers. You could also spruce up your scrapbook in January when all those picture get developed.<br /><br />I had great fun with this set of stickers already when wrapping some presents for a friend.<br /><br />270 stickers<br /><br />~The Rebecca Review | 0 |
289 | Books | Mastering the Seven Elements of Fitness
With the popularity of makeover shows, it is no surprise to find books promoting the idea of "getting in shape fast." It only took my husband asking me if I wanted to go on one of those makeover shows to get me thinking I could probably do this myself without surgery and a "lot" of patience. What I worry about is how discouraged some people might become when four weeks pass and they look at themselves in the mirror and see minimal results.<br /><br />For me, it has taken over 24 weeks of serious working out for about 45 minutes a day, not to mention all the salads I've had to eat to get to a point where I feel that I should have started. I've found that diets don't work, but diet counts. If that makes any sense.<br /><br />But with that aside, I think this book is for people who are between 10-20 lbs overweight. Then, you will probably see dramatic results. For anyone who is trying to lose 50 or more pounds, it is going to take much longer than 4 weeks.<br /><br />So, I would say that this book is more helpful for anyone looking for lifestyle changes on a permanent basis. Toss out the "4-week" idea and think "life plan for getting fit and staying that way." Then, you will enjoy this book and it becomes a starting point for major changes down the road. I would just hate to see anyone toss out the wonderful ideas when they don't see dramatic changes in four weeks.<br /><br />The concepts are amazingly well organized. The Seven Elements each have their own chapters. You explore: your workout, diet, spirituality, rest, emotions, body image, work and finally the last chapter analyzes your results. Throughout the pages you will find "quick tips" and "what you'll learn" pointers. The fitness test is helpful to determine your present strength level. The "walk-run" idea is probably not new to you if you have a treadmill, but might interest you if you have only been walking. The walking program is highly detailed and gives you a schedule for all four weeks, day by day.<br /><br />If you don't have a lot of time to workout, you can try the 20-minute workout. There is a helpful chart for major muscle groups. If you enjoy learning exercises from a book, there are quite a few exercises. I still recommend getting exercise videos to learn how to do Pilates, yoga or any other exercise you want to try. You can refer back to the book to see the pictures, but nothing compares to a one-on-one session with a professional instructor on video/DVD. A video will help you keep the intensity going and an instructor will show you what you might be doing wrong.<br /><br />Chapter two delves into the area of diet. I'm going to say that I agree with Shape's approach to eating right. The shape food pyramid puts vegetables and fruits on the bottom of the pyramid and whole grains on the third level. Water is on the second level. This makes sense and I've lost weight following these ideas. I'm less hungry when I drink enough water and my moods are more constant when I drink enough fluids and exercise almost daily. If you are a vegetarian, there is information for your diet which includes suggestions for meat substitutes, etc.<br /><br />I must say that the weekly menus are rather impressive. They have easy-to-prepare recipes for every single meal, every single day for four weeks. You start to eat 5 times a day which you really need to do once you start working out more. Some of the delicious recipes include:<br /><br />Quinoa Salad with Red Peppers and Pine Nuts<br />Frozen Cinnamon Cappuccino<br />Tarragon Mashed Potatoes<br />Grilled Tuna Salad<br />Thai Pudding<br />Banana-Soy Shake<br />Chicken Pot Stickers<br /><br />The amazing thing about the recipes is the lack of complicated preparation steps and the speed at which the meals can be prepared. There is an intriguing section that shows you how to navigate your grocery store. The Mango and Ginger Cream recipe reminded me of how we mix low-fat sour cream with honey or stevia and a dash of vanilla. Suddenly pieces of fruit becomes an exotic treat when dipped in creamy vanilla bliss. I can eat an orange, banana and apple in one sitting while watching a TV show. That is one of the ways I get in my fruit for the day.<br /><br />The chapter on spirituality encourages you to explore new areas of your life. The "are you starving your soul? questionnaire could be enlightening in itself. The list of "7 people we all need" shows you that you can't just rely on one friend to satisfy all your friendship needs. Whether you try journaling or meditation, there are plenty of ways to feel more nourished. Try yoga! The next chapter should be called: Your sleep number. ;) Although, it also deals with vacations and visualization. Then, you explore body image and finally analyze your results.<br /><br />Helpful Tools that make this book a keeper:<br /><br />How to calculate your daily calories<br />How to calculate your Body Mass Index<br />Fitness Test<br />Menu Plans<br /><br />When you start buying smaller clothes, reading this book is going to be so worth it! Just remember, when you are first working out, you might gain weight. Once you get over that hurdle, the pounds start to drop. It took me years of working out, panicking because I'd gain a few pounds and starting over again to realize that you just have to live through the first 24 weeks and deal with it. Once you get to week 25 things are looking pretty darn good and by then you have been able to apply many of the principles in this book. It is more about lifestyle changes than "I have to be fit in 4 weeks." This book could change your life around, just be patient with yourself and forgive yourself on those days when you break all the rules. The principles are working for me and I'm pretty sure they will work for you. Exercise is key!<br /><br />~The Rebecca Review | 0 |
290 | Books | SUPERB
I read this over twenty years ago and loved it--superb characters, writing, this author deserves to be better known.i have looked for years but could not remember the exact title or author;s name, so it took forever for me to find this again, ---looking forward to a reread. | 0 |
291 | Books | What’s the point?
If a kid can’t see print they won’t be able to see this unless you raise the Braille so they can read it. | 0 |
292 | Books | My kindergartener is BEGGING to read these
I love these books. SUPER high interest and unlike some readers, my son can read almost every word. Highly recommend! Publishers: If you are reading, please make another set!!! | 0 |
293 | Books | OM Yoga & You
"Yoga is a practice of awakening and connecting with all that is." ~Cyndi Lee<br /><br />There are moments in time when complete silence or "music without instruction" is desirable. Cyndi Lee has created a tiny box of cards to promote yoga, all while giving you a choice in your musical tastes. If you have the OM Yoga in a Box Basic Level, you could use the included CD or choose your own relaxing music. Even if you have the OM Yoga in a box set, you might want to purchase this smaller box for traveling. You also get the benefit of a booklet since there isn't an instructional CD in this particular OM Yoga Flash Card Set.<br /><br />The poses are divided into 7 sections:<br /><br />Warm-up<br />Sun Salutation<br />Standing Poses<br />Seated Poses<br />Backbending<br />Finishing Poses<br />Relaxation Poses<br /><br />To enjoy this tiny flash card set, you will also need a yoga mat and a belt or yoga strap. To make your workout more comfortable, try putting a folded towel in the center of your mat and keep a blanket or comforter nearby for the final relaxation stage.<br /><br />The poses are featured on one side of the cards, while the sketches and explanations give more detailed information on the other. When I first saw "yoga flashcards" I can't say I was overly enthusiastic about the idea, but now I love this method. Not only do you have the pictures on the ground when you are facing the ground, you can complete an entire yoga practice in complete silence or with calming music.<br /><br />Cyndi Lee is the director of the OM yoga center where she teaches hatha yoga. She has been teaching yoga for over 20 years, but her pictures look like she is ageless. Her beauty represents the deeply calming benefits of yoga. Her work has been featured in Shape, New York Magazine, Yoga Journal, Elle, Forbes, Newsweek and Self. She writes a regular column and lives in New York City. She travels to lead workshops and retreats in places like London, France, Italy and the Virgin Islands.<br /><br />Also recommended: OM Yoga in a Box by Cyndi Lee<br /><br />~The Rebecca Review | 0 |
294 | Books | And it just becomes more complicated
Hank's Radio is the perfect fourth book in the Haunted Collection series by Ron Ripley. I am not sure how he does it, but the author just keeps writing this awesome books. This book is one of those that I just couldn't put down, pretty much the entire series is a continues page turner and I read a book a day and just kept going until I was done with the series, then moved onto the next series.<br /><br />The pace was just right making you read on without realizing that you finished it before you know it. The plots are well developed and read with ease. The author still switches the point of view between the different characters which makes it very easy to follow.<br /><br />Stefan continues to cause havoc with his items while Victor, Tom and Jeremy try to stop him. Of course it is not as easy as they hope it to be and each case is a challenge and often they have to split up. It also doesn't help that they now also have Victor's grandfather's ghost with them, who has his own agenda that is not always clear while seeming to help them. Life is never easy and only time will tell how this will all play out. | 0 |
295 | Books | Cute book
I like the American Girl series and think it is good to teach history.<br /><br />This is a cute children’s book. It was good for them to read to themselves or for me to read to them at bedtime. My kids enjoyed it.<br /><br />It was fun for them. They felt like they could relate to it. They thought it was very cute and thought parts of it were funny. They really liked the characters.<br /><br />I thought it was well written. It is very nice to read to kids and this was a great book to read with. I enjoyed it a lot, and so did I. I would recommend it. | 0 |
296 | Books | 365 Days of Creative
I really like the book creative and fun<br />Price is reasonable<br />Thank you | 0 |
297 | Books | A YA Thriller of Sorts
I wasn't expecting this novel to have such a "thriller" bent to it, but I was surprised to see how the novel unfolded. Our main character, Ella, lost her family to a fire at a very young age, and she has been taken in by her extended family. Over time, and with the help of a tenacious journalist, she learns that "death by fire" might not be the exact truth.<br /><br />This is a fairly fast-paced novel with interesting characters. There is a bit of a twist and strange evolution to the story that does keep you reading. If you're looking for something with a bit of mystery and the thriller aspect, this would be a perfect fit. | 0 |
298 | Books | Loved the Movie, Hate the Book!
I loved the movie, but hate the book! The book is nothing more than the twisted writing of a man with deep sexual perversion issues. I'm sure glad the movie didn't go down this dark alley! | 0 |
299 | Books | Fascinating - will be a hit for anyone who reads Vanity Fair or People magazines
or anyone to is intrigued by the dynamics of human interaction. A perfect read for any film buff or anyone who the history of the movie industry from 1950's to 2011. Sue Mengers (1932-2011) deal making, drinking, smoking, drugs and Hollywood superstars. I loved that Ms. Mengers told it like it was while being as smart as anyone in the game. The author is brilliant in capturing Mengers, her beloved friend and client Barbra Streisand and the era where they both were on top of there game. | 0 |
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