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I am a fan of myth and fantasy. I am a huge fan of authors who can blend reality with that of the fantasy world together so skillfully. Ironside: A Modern Faery’s Tale, c2007 is the third book in Holly Black’s Modern Faery Tale series. The first book, Tithe, introduced us to this wonderful, vivid world where faerie’s are […]
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Vampire Knight, volume 2 by Matsuri Hino. I grabbed this manga title off the bookshelf yesterday and devoured it. I know it’s too early to say this but I am really excited about this series. It’s another interesting approach to the traditional vampire story. Also it helps that it’s a bit angsty and dark. In Vampire Knight, vol. 1, we […]
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From my keeper shelf we have One on One by Tabitha King, copyright 1993. It’s a teenage romance with plenty of basketball. The story is set in a fictional town in Maine called Nodd’s Ridge. The two protagonists are Sam Styles and Deanie Gauthier. Both are Superstar captain’s of their respective girl and boy basketball teams.
Sam comes from a […]
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花より男子 or Boys Over Flowers by Yoko Kamio was a lot of fun. Have you ever been bullied in high school? Ever been the uncool girl or guy in the entire school? Tsukushi Makino goes to a prestigious school, Eitoku Academy. This elite private school is for the privileged rich kids. Tsukushi is none of those things. She is smart, makes good […]
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Night Into Day (Harlequin Super romance#278) by Sandra Canfield is another buried treasure read. How many romances out there can you recommend that feature an imperfect heroine? Are you looking for a romance that deals with realistic issues? Are you looking for a book that features mature adults who knock down obstacles to find their way to happiness?
Alex […]
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“I will court you,” he said. “And I won’t give up. I will wait for you like I waited for you outside that cave, and I’ll follow you like I followed you home that night, keeping you safe. I will wait for you because you are meant to be mine~” his voice grew husky with […]
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Dennis Lehane's next published novel is a major publishing event. It's been 4 years since Lehane's last book, Shutter Island. On Dennis Lehane's website, there's more info about The Given Day that you can read there.
This is a historical novel. A historical epic that is somewhat of a departure for Lehane. The release date for The Given Day is Sept. 23. Look for a review.
