I often have several books going at the same time.
I cannot wait until I finish one to begin another.

January 2002

What an emotional book. This was my first Nicholas Sparks novel. I read this book in one day.

February 2002

A heart warming simple to read book with a touching plot.

March 2002

I didn't realize what a great writer Fannie Flagg was. I forgot that she wrote Fried Green Tomatoes. I laughed and cried my way through this story. Hated for it to end!

This is my third Nicholas Sparks novel. I've loved everyone so far!

April 2002

The book was different than the movie. I preferred the book.

May 2002

I really enjoyed the memoirs of Michael J. Fox.
I would definitely recommend it.

This was an enjoyable book as well.
I could totally hear Rosie's voice as I read.

A very good book. Humorous and scary all at the same time.
I'm keeping this one as a medical reference, just in case I ever have any of these symptoms.

June 2002

What a tear jerker. I expected the ending, but not all of it. WOW!
I thoroughly enjoyed this book.

July 2002

I couldn't put this book down. Excellent story from first time authors.

I chose this book because of the title...Life's Work... Confessions of an Unbalanced Mom...just sounded like something I needed to read.

This was a good book.

August 2002

Very touching and inspirational novel.

Very sweet to read the love letters from Ronald Regan to Nancy. Makes me sad to think that's all she has at this time. My grandmother had Alzheimer's...not a fun experience.

September 2002

This dynamic book was written by one of the pastors at our church, Crossroads Christian Church. It takes you through the "hall of faith" found in Hebrews 11-a chapter full of people firmly anchored in God-to reveal how you can discover the Lord's transforming power. It encourages us to live far above mediocrity and experience extraordinary faith.

October 2002

A funny book that was recommended by a friend of mine. You'll follow Briget through a year in her life. Briget starts each day by documenting her weight, number of alcohol units and cigarettes she's had.

I felt this sequel was even funnier than the first one.

Excellent novel about a corrupt police officer in an exclusive town. Even my husband enjoyed this book.

November 2002

Thoroughly enjoyed this novel. Great message!

Bombeck's usual humor.
I read this one while in San Diego for two days.

A very enjoyable Italian love story.

December 2002

Great non-fiction book about Christopher Reeves' life since his accident.
Very inspirational.

Such a tear jerker. Loved every word of this novel.

John Grisham really kept me in suspense with Runaway Jury. I couldn't believe some of the figures. It may inspire someone to quit smoking.

January/February 2003

Another book that I chose because of the title. Then I saw it discussed on Oprah. Rather enjoyable novel.

March 2003

Tara Road is another Oprah Choice. It is about a family in Ireland.
A heartwarming story of friendship.

This book is total fantasy, but I found it delightful. The ghost of a woman appears in the closet of her former home. The man who moved in after her death is the only person who can see her and help her. It was a quick read; very enjoyable.

Former Mayor Guiliani has such a wonderful way of leading.
Such a fantastic man. I really enjoyed this book.

Wow! This was a rather informative novel.
Amazing to think it was written by a man.

April 2003

It is a book about what we all go through. I thoroughly enjoyed all of her advice mixed with a splash of humor.

This book is hilarious!
I highly recomend this book to anybody looking for a good laugh.

I love when Steven Cojocaru is on the Today Show. The book is written just as he speaks. It is a humorous memoir of his life.

May 2003

My husband wanted to know if I chose this book because I'm admiting that I am a shopaholic. LOL! I think I might be though...Smile!
Thank goodness I'm not as bad as Becky Bloomwood...Yikes!

I enjoyed the first one so much that I couldn't wait to get the second one.
Loved it just as much as the first.

June 2003

I could hardly put the other two books down.
I'm disappointed that I'm finished with the series. I want Luke and Becky to have a baby or something. I want to read more about Shopahoic Becky Bloomwood.

July 2003

I guess I'm on a trend of reading about people with expensive taste. Miranda is really a demanding boss though. I think Andrea made the right decision in the end.

Great book. What a tear jerker!

This is the first Danielle Steel book that I've ever read. I loved every page of it! The story of one womans triumph over several kinds of adversity. Marie-Ange turns 21 and she learns that her penny-pinching aunt has hidden the fact that her parents left millions of dollars in trust. A whirlwind marriage and two children follow, but Marie-Ange soon learns that her husband is not the man she thinks he is. I won't tell you anymore.

I couldn't put this one down. Excellent novel.

This was an old Oprah Book Club selection.
I read this one in one day. Great book!

Very interesting novel. Quite a funny mystery.

August/September 2003

I couldn't wait to start this nonfiction book. Queen Noor has led a very interesting life. She is a very remarkable and strong woman.

October 2003

I thoroughly enjoyed this book. It was another quick read. I appreciate that this author made me think about the people I come in contact with every single day. His first novel Tuesdays With Morrie was absolutely phenominal. In my opinion, this one is another winner. You have to experience this wonderful author.

November 2003

I read this book a number of years ago, but saw it on the shelf and decided to reread it. I still enjoyed it just as much as the first time.

I just completed this novel...WOW! Very intriguing!
I did enjoy this book.

I just picked up this novel. Great book! He has a fabulous outlook on even the negative things that have happened in his life.

My aunts, Joy and Evelyn, just recommended this book/series to me. They both have loved all of the books that Jan Karon has written.
It's a nice story.

A friend recommend this novel and its sequel to me.
I'll never watch the Wizard of Oz in the same light again. This book begins before Glenda and the Wicked Witch of the West were born. It continues through their lives and discusses the politics of Oz. Dorothy, Toto, and the three friends are all incorporated into the novel. Great book, though definitely not for children.

December 2003

This is a sequel. I really loved the first one, The Christmas Shoes.
I feel this is a must read. It was fabulous!

A friend let me borrow this book. It was excellent.
I want to go for a train ride.

January 2004

One of my dearest friends purchased this book for me after hearing me mention that I feel like an orphan, since my parents have both died. I found it VERY enlightening and helpful. I definitely recommend it for anyone who has lost both of their parents.

I had a bit of a problem getting into this novel. It got interesting to me around chapter 4. I'm very glad that I stuck with it, because I really enjoyed this novel.

February 2004

I completed this book in less than a week. It was wonderful.
I do love Nicholas Spark novels!

This poignant story reminded me that life is hard but full of wonderful things and wonderful people if we dare to open our hearts to them. Excellent book.

I picked this book up at Barnes and Noble three times and replaced it back on the shelf. Very interesting storyline.

March 2004

Oh, my...what a GREAT book! I devoured every word. I did predict the ending, but enjoyed "seeing" it happen. Another fabulous Nicholas Sparks novel.

I decided to read another Maeve Binchy novel, must be my March author, since they're set in Ireland. This book has an interesting format that appealed to me; one chapter per character going into their life in detail. Everyone is intertwined in everyone else's life and each chapter is like solving a bit of mystery about that person. This is a well-written, fast read, perfect for vacations.

So far this seems to be a classic Binchy novel. The characters are easy to get involved with.

This was not my most favorite book. It was about Daniel Pecan Cambridge, a very neurotic man, who can't leave his Santa Monica apartment for fear of seeing a gas station attendant wearing a blue hat. Daniel also fears curbs and MANY other things. It was humerous, but almost in a sad way.

We enjoyed this novel as we traveled up north. It was one of the few Nicholas Sparks books I hadn't read. My husband and I both enjoyed it.

April 2004

Yet another Maeve Binchy novel that I thoroughly enjoyed.

I truly love Sophie Kinsella's writing. This is the author of the Shopaholic series that I loved reading so much last year. This book was equally as wonderful to read. I hope there are more to come.

May/June 2004

This is my first novel by this author, but I saw that it got rave reviews. Great book...sort of like Ya, Ya's, but I liked it better.

July 2004

I really liked the last book I read by this author, so I picked up one of her earlier works. I felt this was a great story. I really enjoyed getting to know the characters.

I read this book in one day.I thought it was wonderful.

I bought this book the day it came out. It was very good, though I didn't feel it was as good as Suzanne's Diary for Nicholas.

I completed this novel during my week on the beach. It was entertaining and light reading.

I picked up this book because of the title, since my husband is a "house husband". This book was entertaining and full of great sounding recipes.

August 2004

This book was similar to The Devil Wears Prada mixed with a few others that I've read. It was good.

September 2004

I really liked reading about Doris Robert's life. She's not had it easy, but has perservered. Written just as she speaks.

October 2004

My Mom's best friend sent me this book after she heard about my friend, Linda. It was truly great! A must read, if you've ever felt like this.

I was so surprised when I accidently found this on the shelf. I wasn't aware that a new part of the saga was being released. Another great chapter in Becky Brandon's (Bloomwood's) life. Predictable, but enjoyable.
I can't wait for the next book, which looks like there will be a new member of the family.

November 2004

I'm almost finished with this wonderful book. This is definitely a book you dog ear and highlight so that you can refer back to it. I plan on giving it to newley weds and new parents. Terrific information!

December 2004

Just the opening, written by his daughter, has made me cry. This is a real quick read. Wonderful, in my opinion. I hope you'll read it. I'm passing my copy on to the book club I'm apart of.

I began reading this and then took a break. I'm nearly done and have decided that I like this book though.

January 2005

While at Barnes and Noble I stumbled upon this book. Got home and the reviews from readers were great. This was an enjoyable book, though different than the others I've read.

February 2005

This was a truly great book, in my opinion. I didn't want it to end. This author his next book coming out in the summer of 2006. I look forward to it!

March 2005

This book is written by Richard Cohn, Meredith Vieira's husband, who is living with MS. I really enjoyed this book and would recommend it if you're looking for non-fiction.

This was a great March read. Short stories from 16 different authors.

April/May 2005

Pretty good book. Not the perkiest of books, but shows the good in people.

June 2005

This is another wonderful novel by Nicholas Sparks.

Very touching stories about fathers.

July 2005

I ran across this novel in the library. Very sweet and wonderful story. I'm heading back to get the first two. They are not books that have to be read in order.

Patti Davis did a fantastic job of writing about her father's journey through Alzheimer's. It runs in my family and I've lived with my grandparents. In my opinion, this biography is definitely worth your time.

August 2005

My friend recommended this book to me. I found it in the Religious Fiction section. I just started reading it a day ago and can't wait to turn the page to see what happens to poor Sarah/Angel. Nobody should have to live such a sad life. Wonderfully written novel! I'll be looking for more novels from this author, Francine Rivers.

I found this new Sophie Kinsella novel. I just love her writing...it's so light. Though I've found this to be a page turner. I've read almost half the book today on the way home from the river. Check this one out. Her main character had a brain in this book.

September 2005

Heard this book discussed on The Today Show and was intrigued. My husband even enjoyed reading parts of it.

October 2005

I heard this book mentioned on Oprah and ran to Costco to get it that evening. One of the greatest books I've ever read. It grabs you from the first page. It is a raw, honest, brave, intense look at addiction and recovery. It is truly amazing that James is still alive. I've had three people ask to read it as soon as I'm done.

November 2005

I love Richard Paul Evan's books. The Sunflower was wonderful. I enjoyed my vicarious experience in Peru.

Nicholas Sparks latest novel is just as wonderful as all his others. First Sight picks up on the lives of the characters from True Believer.

December 2005

I have loved The Christmas Shoes and The Christmas Blessing. What a wonderful tear jerker. LOVED this book!!! One of those that I couldn't stop reading.

This is the sequel to A Million Little Pieces. I've been looking forward to reading it ever since I finished the first one. My friend Kari surprised me with it for Christmas...YEAH!

January 2006

I received this book as a Christmas gift and enjoyed reading it while on vacation. I loved Clay on American Idol. After reading his inspriational novel, I have even more respect for him.

I grew up watching Mike Wallace at my grandparents house. I saw him promoting his books on several talk shows and felt it was something I'd enjoy.

What a great book! I enjoy the comedy of Billy Crystal. This was all about his life. The title comes from the fact that he spent only 700 Sundays with his father, before he died. Made me think a lot about my father. Very enjoyable biography!!!

February 2006

I grew up watching Alan Alda and thought the title sounded interesting. He led such an interesting life.

This is my second book by Karen Kingsbury. The Red Glove Series is light, easy reading. I will read more of her books.

March/April 2006

This was the only Nicholas Sparks book that I had not read. Loved the memoir which allowed me to travel vicariously around the world. Great to read about his life.

May 2006

What a fabulous author Francine Rivers is. Loved this book as much as the last one I read. You'll find this book under religious fiction. Enjoy it!

What an inspirational educator Mr. Clark is. I bought this book for 6 teacher friends to read. His story is coming to TV on TNT in August 13, 2006.

June/July 2006

I had to find another Francine Rivers book to read...this one is different than the last two I've read. It was VERY hard to follow, but the last quarter of the book was FANTASTIC! I still enjoyed the book, but it was harder to read.

August 2006

Another must read from Francine Rivers. Beautiful story about the short time a grandmother and her grand daughter get to truly spend together. Ü

September 2006

How many more ways can I say that Francine Rives is a fantastic author?

October 2006

Another wonderful novel by Francine Rivers. Made me wonder and think.

November 2006

I have enjoyed all of Mitch Albom's books. This one was wonderful, too! Who wouldn't want one more day with a parent?! I cried throughout this book.

I have read all of Nicholas Sparks books and am really looking forward to reading this one next. Ü

December 2006

I love Richard Paul Evans stories. This one appealed to me especially, because it was written as therapy after his mom died earlier this year. This was a real quick read. My 15 year old daughter even read it in one day. She also loved it.

I've completed all of the Francine Rivers novels so now I'm trying one of her series- Lineage of Grace. Tamar was a very stong person who stood up for what was right. Very sad to think what teenagers lives were like back then.

January 2007

This is the second novella in the series.

The third novella in Francine Rivers Lineage of Grace series. This particular one was about Ruth. It was my favorite of the five.

February 2007

This one was about Mary. Great series!

March 2007

I've been waiting for this next book. It's just a great as I remember the others being. Thanks Sophie Kinsella for keeping me entertained. Ü

April 2007

I haven't read a biography in awhile and I thoroughly enjoyed learning about this elegant mans life. Interesting to hear how events have taken place in his life.

I was very interested in this book when I saw it on Oprah. I'm trying to follow the principles.

May/June 2007

Another wonderful Richard Paul Evans book.

July/August 2007

In 2005, I read Khaled Hosseini's first book, The Kite Runner. This was an amazing story of the lives of two Afgani women whose lives get thrown together and their quest for survival. Amazing is all I can say. I wouldn't have believed it was possible to top Kite Runner but I think he did it.

November 2007

I was so excited to find this book, but not thrilled after reading it. This is the first time I've ever been disappointed in a Spark's novel. It was just okay...not great though.

March 2008

April 2008

I had a hard time reading this book. Perhaps the style or it was a bit slow moving, BUT I loved the powerful message.

May-July 2008

I started this book once, a year or so ago, but never got into it. A friend, who read it recently, convinced me to give it another try. I laughed out loud and cried at the end. Definitely worth reading!

July/August 2008

My friend just finished this novel and passed it on to me. I know several people who have read this book.
I really want to visit Italy now.

September 2008

In April 2008, I first heard about this inspiring man. He changed my life and I've never met him. I highly recommend this book!

November 2008

I enjoyed this James Patterson novel. Loved chapter 40 when she told her Mom off. Have passed it on to Rylan, who is also enjoying it.

I love Richard Paul Evans writing. This book was sad, but brings awareness to an important issue. Danika is looking forward to reading another of Richard Paul Evans books.

Truly looking forward to reading another Nicholas Sparks novel.

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