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Secret Shopper Assignment and Discussion

So, so, so, I finally got around to doing my Secret Shopper assignment for Adult Readers Advisory. This was a long time coming because (A) I am such a procrastinator … Continue reading

May 1, 2010 · 1 Comment

The Sword (a Novel of Chiveis) by Bryan M. Litfin

Four hundred years after a deadly virus and nuclear war destroyed the modern world, a new and noble civilization emerges. In this kingdom, called Chiveis, snowcapped mountains provide protection, and … Continue reading

April 24, 2010 · Leave a Comment

A Conspiracy of Kings by Megan Whalen Turner

Sophos, under the guidance of yet another tutor, practices his swordplay and stategizes escape scenarios should his father’s villa come under attack. How would he save his mother? His sisters? … Continue reading

March 31, 2010 · Leave a Comment

Outlander by Diana Gabaldon

The year is 1945. Claire Randall, a former combat nurse, is back from the war and reunited with her husband on a second honeymoon – when she walks through a … Continue reading

March 16, 2010 · 2 Comments

A Practical Person’s Guide to Romance

It’s February thirteenth, which means tomorrow is the day most everyone either loves or loathes. You’ve guessed it: Valentine’s Day. I’m personally in the camp that snickers at the cheesy … Continue reading

February 13, 2010 · 7 Comments

The Warrior’s Apprentice (Miles Vorkosigan series) by Lois McMaster Bujold

Discharged from the Barrayaran academy after flunking the physical, a discouraged Miles Vorkosigan takes possession of a jumpship and becomes the leader of a mercenary force that expands to a fleet of treasonous proportions.* … Continue reading

February 10, 2010 · 2 Comments

Kirkus-style Review for The Well of Lost Plots by Jasper Fforde

Book Stats: Title: The Well of Lost Plots Author: Jasper Fforde Publisher: Viking Adult Page Numbers: 375 ISBN: 0143034359 Jasper Fforde offers something for every reader in The Well of … Continue reading

February 7, 2010 · 2 Comments
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