"If my sister is a mermaid, then what am I?" says the the back of The Mermaid's Sister. And I went "OMG we're going to go into some crazy magic or mythology where they hunt down their parents and find out why their biology is different!!" Yeah, no. That didn't happen. They're adopted sisters. Once ... Read More »
Book Review: Smart People Don’t Diet by Charlotte Markey
Smart People Don't Diet is a common-sense, long-term approach to weight loss. It's probably a refresher course to the health class you took in high school. Since it's been a while since I was in high school, it was kind of nice to get some reminders of the best way to stay healthy. The first part ... Read More »
Book Review: These Is My Words by Nancy E. Turner
Short and Sweet Version An epic romance on par with Gone With the Wind that features a feisty female lead. It made for a great discussion in my book club since it brought up social and women's issues. The western setting and the journal-style story telling made it an unforgettable read. Jessica Thinks Too Much Version Mild spoilers ... Read More »
Book Review: Throne of Glass by Sarah J. Maas
Short and Sweet Version This exciting fantasy adventure stars a fascinating heroine who is a mix of sarcasm, humor, Cinderella, and deadly assassin. The romance was a love triangle, but I thought it was well written. Other than too many exclamation points in the writing for my taste, I loved this book. Jessica Thinks Too Much Version Mild ... Read More »
Book Review: In the Heart of the Sea by Nathaniel Philbrick
In the Heart of the Sea is an addicting read mostly because I was horrified and had to know what happened next. This story honestly sounds made up but it is not. As nail biting as the story itself was, it was written like a historical textbook. I know this story happened a long time ago, ... Read More »
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