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Empire Falls
Richard Russo
Vintage, 2002
A richly detailed story
As someone who grew up in a mill down in Maine that is in decline, I can attest to easily recognizing the fictitious town of Empire Falls, Maine. The novel tells the story of Miles Roby, the owner of the Empire Grill, as he discovers the truth about his past and ...
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Eating Well After Weight Loss Surgery: Over 140 Delicious Low-Fat High-Protein Recipes to Enjoy in the Weeks, ...
Patt Levine, Michele Bontmpo-Saray, ...
Da Capo Press, 2004
best WLS cookbook out on the market!
First off I want to say that anyone could make these recipes! There are some reviews on here about how most people wouldn't have these ingredients in their cupboard, the only way that would be true is if you are a backwoods hick who only uses Mrs. Dash!! This cook ...
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YOU: The Owner's Manual: An Insider's Guide to the Body that Will Make You Healthier and Younger
Michael F. Roizen, Mehmet Oz
Collins, 2005
YOUuuuuuuuuuuu
Nice twist of humor makes it easy to read! EXTREMELY informative with normal average people words, thus does not discurage reader to stop reading. A+
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Prep: A Novel
Curtis Sittenfeld
Random House Trade Paperbacks, 2005
One of the best books I've read in years
Curtis Sittenfeld has proven herself as a master of characterization. She has managed to get inside the head of her main character in a very real way, revealing the kinds of thoughts that most of us have had, but would never admit to. This book took me right back to ...
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Along Came a Spider (Alex Cross)
James Patterson
Grand Central Publishing, 2003
Along Came a Spider
This suspense thriller was read by 2 great readers. It was listened to while in my car and it was hard to turn it off when arriving at my destination. This was my first book on tape by James Patterson and I hope that others by this author will be read as superbly.
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A Child Called "It": One Child's Courage to Survive
Dave Pelzer
HCI, 1995
So Incredibly Depressing - The Worst of What A Child Can Endure And Survive
This book was painful and disturbing to read. The author's point-of-view, which seems confusing at first, is absolutely the voice of an abused child. I am highly upset at those Amazon reviewers who questioned whether or not he was really an abused child. This is ...
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Don't Sweat the Small Stuff--and it's all small stuff (Don't Sweat the Small Stuff Series)
Richard Carlson
Hyperion, 1997
Living with Ease
This is a perfect book to have on your coffee table or at your bedside. Reading
any of Richard Carlson's 2 page chapters a day is wonderful support in having
a great life. This book has helped me feel at ease in myself. For example - the
chapter "Cut Your Some ...
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The Younger (Thinner) You Diet: Break the Aging Code and Enjoy Effortless Weight Loss
Eric Braverman
Rodale Books, 2008
New research in nutrition and weight loss has revealed an amazing discovery: the brain—virtually neglected in all other diet plans—is the most important organ in dieting. Dieters can actually lose weight by eating foods, nutrients, teas, and spices that change the chemical balance of the brain for permanent weight loss—a major ...
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Tiny Yarn Animals: Amigurumi Friends to Make and Enjoy
Tamie Snow
HP Trade, 2008
Big Yarn Fun
I just got this book tonight and I'm so excited about all the projects I have planned in my head. Not only do you get the patterns to make all these adorable yarn miniatures, but you also get the inspiration to come up with your own patterns. Thanks, Tamie. Well done!
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Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince (Book 6)
J.K. Rowling
Scholastic Paperbacks, 2006
I loved this book.
I spent my entire day reading this book. AMAZING! I read often, but have never experienced the obsession I have with reading the Harry Potter books. I started over the summer and as the books are getting longer, my reading is getting faster. I highly recommend that ...
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Jack & Jill (Alex Cross)
James Patterson
Grand Central Publishing, 2003
As always...amazing book from an amazing author
My headline says it all, I have equally loved every single James Patterson book I have read, I am his #1 fan and this book...just like all his others, didn't disappoint me in the least! S.L. Chessor author of My Tongue Fell Out & Poodlums Boogeymen and ...
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How To Marry a Millionaire Vampire (Love at Stake, Book 1)
Kerrelyn Sparks
Avon, 2005
Glad I Read It
I believe this was one of the best vampire books i've read. Funny, charming and dangerous all at the same time. Especially with the fight Shanna has with dealing with her father. Very good plotline.
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The Wall Street Journal. Complete Retirement Guidebook: How to Plan It, Live It and Enjoy It
Glenn Ruffenach, Kelly Greene
Three Rivers Press, 2007
A top pick for any public library collection.
There are plenty of books on retirement on the market, but what makes The Wall Street Journal Complete Retirement Book stand out from the competition is its focus on how to plan financially and how to translate dreams into after-retirement reality. It comes from a Wall ...
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'Tis: A Memoir
Frank McCourt
Scribner, 2000
A sometimes whiny yet heart-breaking sequel
Oh my word. I don't know what most reviewers are talking about. Tis is a true gift to readers who're interested in the author's life. Angela's Ashes had more poetry while Tis has more modern day cynicism being caged to a life imposes. In transparent words, this is the ...
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The Mermaid Chair
Sue Monk Kidd
Penguin Group (USA) Inc., 2006
Great read that makes you think
This is a great book. 5 stars. It makes you look inside yourself and think about your life's goals, destiny, the destination where your life's flow is taking you, are you on a right track, are you in charge of your own life, what makes you happy and unhappy, ...
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