Rachel
Always fun to re-read a “classic.” Students enjoyed it, but some were frustrated at the abrupt ending.
A friend of mine gave me this book to give to another friend of ours, but I decided to read it before I pass it along. I think it's an important topic to focus on, as it's so prevalent in our society. With a strong focus on God, this book helped to direct thoughts to where they should be.
A good romp into the Doctor's world, but it wasn't the most exciting or thrilling thing I've read. Don't get me wrong, I liked it. There were sparkles of what made me love Rose and the Doctor so much, but they weren't bright throughout the story.
Read this book if you like: Science-fiction, memory loss, self-discovery
I found the narrative style a little distracting at the beginning but learned that it was appropriate for the main character.
Interesting read. (Also, easy enough for me to finish in 90 minutes or so.)
Three stars is Not that I didn't like the book. It made me think about many things. Self-knowledge. Insight into others' personalities. Some people's complete lack of self knowledge. High school. How my experience was much different. Lack of detail in my memories. Remembering how vulnerable and open about myself I was with people online that may have not been who I thought they were. The “gayness” of this book...it did distract me. I don't understand it. I never will. I don't hate, I just don't agree with the practice. Can't wholeheartedly recommend this one to my circles.
I saw parts of myself in nearly every character in this book.
Parts of the story were very difficult to digest because of how it connected to things in my own life and my struggles.
I am grateful for people who truly see you.
The people we remember are never truly gone.
This was freaky, and I liked it! I wasn't quite sure what to think of it at first, but by the time things started getting interesting, it was hard to put down.
We had a workshop on this during our In-service; it was enlightening to see how our team works together!
Mildred Harnack (the cousin-in-law of Dietrich Bonhoeffer) is an American woman living in Berlin as World War 2 begins. This book brings together all the facts that remain about her life and her resistance activity. Well worth your time!
Didn't completely enthrall me like some books have recently, but I enjoyed it. Like a friend said, if you pay attention to details, you may figure it out before the end. Realistic fiction plus a twist of sci-fi/fantasy.
I liked this book better than Room. I enjoyed the medical side of things, hearing how they cared for expectant mothers who also had influenza. Medicine intrigues me and was a big part of my childhood, being the daughter of two nurses.
The entirety of this book takes place over three days. The plot also matches one of the frequent sayings of the main character, Julia... Watch and wait.
You should avoid this book if you're queasy about blood, guts, and bodily fluids. Birth is a messy business.
This book is oh so good.
The author describes it as Nancy Drew-like, and I love it.
Mystery. Scandal. Crime. Romance.
And a healthy dose of learning more about indigenous people.
#MMIW
Another strange combination of reading for me... first, the “regular” audiobook, then in between reading the eBook, and then finishing the story with the “Graphic Audio” edition.
I enjoyed the story. There were a few moments where I didn't agree with how Feyra made choices or was able to do what she did, but it's fiction, so that's okay! :)
It's hard for me to judge how someone who didn't know how to read would persist throughout life. Reading is such an essential part of me that it's impossible to know what life would be without it. Thanks to my parents and school teachers on that one!
I will probably keep reading the series as my summer guilty pleasure.
I didn't think it was as good as the stories that were focused on Tally, but I enjoyed it.
I liked this book, even though it was over the top. It seemed to be purposefully that way, and for that I can accept it. I'm not rushing out to read more books in the series. (I just typed “dread” instead of “read”... hmm) Anyway, it was a fun little romp and I would read more if I had the time.
I wish I would have gotten this book in 1996. I think it would have helped me self-identify before I experienced the consequences of the procrastination/perfectionism with which I still struggle. Growth mindset, though...I'm working on it! I'm getting better at limiting my responsibilities and making tome to be refreshed and relaxed.
Not only does this book profile what perfectionism looks like, it offers practical tools to help people modify these behaviors and move forward with the awareness of how to manage their tendencies.
On an unrelated note, the cultural references tend to be a bit outdated. People may not care that Raquel Welch does/did yoga, or know what Leave it to Beaver is.
This book was up my alley.
A little bit of magic (maz), a little bit of late-teen will they/won't they angst, a little mystery, and a futuristic setting that had me wondering how large the cities in this world really were.
My only issue was that the ending tied up a little too neatly.
I can imagine my Swedish (and German) grandmothers narrating this book, and for me, that is quite the compliment. It's not a how-to. It's a matter-of-fact, simple “why” on making sure that you don't leave a huge burden on the people you leave behind.
This book was just as great as [book:Alcatraz Versus The Evil Librarians] Brandon Sanderson... I mean... Alcatraz Smedry has done it again. This book was just as funny if not more. I love how the beginning of each chapter addresses the reader and talks to them. Must must suggest this one!
I absolutely loved the audiobook narration in this story. Each character's voice was unique and clear, making it seem like different people were narrating. Even the chapter titles had their own unique voice.
I appreciated the growth that the two main characters had throughout the story. It was enjoyable!
This book was decent for a novel based on an established TV series. The plot seemed to slowly climb to a climax and then suddenly drop as the turn was revealed. I would have appreciated more resolution. Overall, it was okay.