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Book Review: The Sweetness at the Bottom of the Pie 
The Sweetness at the Bottom of the Pie by Alan Bradley is a mystery story that takes place early in the past century in the English countryside. The …

Book Review: Wide Sargasso Sea by Jean Rhys 
One of my favorite book club choices is Wide Sargasso Sea by Jean Rhys. The book tells the story of the first Mrs. Rochester from the book Jane Eyre. …

Village School by Miss Read - Book Review Not rated yet
Village School by Miss Read is more than 50 years old, but it provides a glimpse into a bygone era in a lovely part of Cotswold, England. Miss Read …

Outerbridge Reach - Book Club Recommendation Not rated yet
Outerbridge Reach is a book by Robert Stone, a classic author of the 1970's and 1980's, and winner of the National Book Award. His recurring theme is …

Poison Study by Maria V. Snyder - Book Review Not rated yet
The book Poison Study by Maria Snyder is the first book, in a series of three. Unfortunately, they're not hugely popular, and I've no clue why. Poison …

2 States: The Story of My Marriage by Chetan Bhagat Not rated yet
2 States: The Story of my Marriage by Chetan Bhagat is a wittily written novel describing the ups and downs of an Indian marriage where the bride and the …

Inkspell by Cornelia Funke - Book Recommendation Not rated yet
Just like the Harry Potter series, Inkspell the book is better than movie - and the movie is already fascinating enough. The characters personalities …

Syrup by Max Barry - Book Club Suggestion Not rated yet
Syrup by Max Barry is book that I have read many times, and yet it still manages to make me laugh out loud. I think this is a book that will promote plenty …

Book Review - Vampire Darcy's Desire Not rated yet
"Vampire Darcy's Desire" is a new adaptation of Jane Austen's "Pride and Prejudice". It keeps to the traditional regency style and story of Pride and Prejudice …

Book Club Review - Sharp Objects by Gillian Flynn Not rated yet
Sharp Objects by Gillian Flynn is a murder mystery set in a small Minnesota town. The main character, Camille Preaker, is a reporter who goes back to her …

The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho - Book Review Not rated yet
Magical in its simplicity, The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho is a book that you can read over and over, yet it will be fresh with each new reading. Although …

Cryptonomicon by Neal Stephenson Not rated yet
Cryptonomicon is quite simply the finest book written by Neal Stephenson to date. It combines absolutely stunning writing with incredibly engaging characters …

The Catcher In The Rye by J.D. Salinger - Book Club Recommendation Not rated yet
"The Catcher In The Rye" by J.D. Salinger is a great book because it captures a moment in youth that I believe everyone experiences. The narrator, …

If Tomorrow Never Comes - Book Review Not rated yet
The book "If Tomorrow Never Comes" by Marlo Schalesky hooks you from the beginning until the last page. The story line is about the problems of a young …

Uncle Tom's Cabin - Book Review Not rated yet
Uncle Tom's Cabin is a touching story by Harriet Beecher Stowe is set in the pre-Lincoln era in America, when human slavery was prevalent. No, it's …

The Handmaid's Tale - Book Club Pick Not rated yet
This speculative fiction novel is a look at a dystopian future that many women would likely find fascinating and discussion-worthy. Margaret Atwood …

Ancient Mirrors Tale Series - Book Club Reading Recommendation Not rated yet
I recommend the Ancient Mirrors Tale series of books by Jayel Gibson. They are a series of fantasy novels, however they are very different than the …

The Devlin Diary - Book Recommendation Not rated yet
This work of fiction is written by Christi Phillips, also the other of 'The Rosetti Letter'. The book centers around two female protagonists, one from …

Book Recommendation: Boomsday by Christopher Buckley Not rated yet
Christopher Buckley’s BOOMSDAY is a must-read for book clubs catering to a variety of audiences, ages and demographics. Baby Boomers who feel the sting …

Book Recommendation: A Million Little Pieces by James Frey Not rated yet
A book I would highly recommend to anyone, especially those battling and overcoming drug addiction, is A Million Little Pieces by author James Frey. …

Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone Book Review Not rated yet
The Harry Potter series by J.K. Rowling is altogether brilliant. Harry Potter himself is that archetypal character: a downtrodden child who turns …

Ask and It Is Given, by Esther and Jerry Hicks Not rated yet
This book is absolutely life changing! I first saw Esther on the hit documentary “ The Secret”, which is also a great book. I went out to Barnes and …

The Art of Racing in the Rain - Book Review Not rated yet
The appeal of Garth Stein's "The Art of Racing in the Rain" cuts across age and gender. The irresistible story is told in the form of a memoir by a …

The Interior by Lisa See - Book Recommendation Not rated yet
The Interior by Lisa See is a mystery novel set in modern-day China. It's a mystery novel with a complex love story involved, as well as some political …

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Book Suggestion - Neuromancer by William Gibson  Not rated yet
Neuromancer projects a dark, spindly future world into a visceral, three dimensional reality in the reader's head. Gibson's bizarre and beautiful visions …

Book Recommendation - Gentleman's Agreement by Laura Z. Hobson  Not rated yet
Besides being a good book to read for your book club, you can also schedule a time to view the DVD since the book was made into a riveting movie that stars …

Witches of Eastwick Book Review Not rated yet
John Updike has written many memorable books, but this one is irresistibly witty and light and an all-around good read. I make sure to read it at least …

Flowers For Algernon by Daniel Keyes Not rated yet
This book is the best I have ever read and probably the best I ever will read. It combines science fiction and romance, making it very interesting and …

Book Recommendation - The Lord of The Rings by J.R.R. Tolkien Not rated yet
If I had to choose a single word to describe it, I would go for "Epic". This masterpiece made out of six books (usually sold in pairs, as a trilogy) is …

Book Review - The Plague Not rated yet
The Plague by Albert Camus is a post World War II existentialist novel that appeared in French (La Peste) in 1947 and English translation (Stuart Gilbert) …

Book Recommendation - Harry Potter and The Sorcerer's Stone Not rated yet
Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone is a book that is suitable for all age groups. The Harry Potter series is the creation of one of the best writers …

Book Recommendation - She's Come Undone  Not rated yet
"She's Come Undone" is Wally Lamb's first novel. I read this book in High School and it still engages me now. It tells the story of Dolores' life …

The Godfather Book Review Not rated yet
Godfather is a great literary work by Mario Puzo. The book is about the mafia don Vito Corleone and his matchless and intelligent sense of business. …

Uglies by Scott Westerfeld Book Review Not rated yet
Uglies is an amazing book, great for anyone who loves sci fi and conspiracy. The book is about a future world, where once you turn 16 you have an operation …

Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas Book Recommendation Not rated yet
I have loved "Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas and Other American Stories" ever since I picked it up and could not stop reading. As cliché as that is it …