It was really interesting to read these novels again now that I've seen the prequels. The first thing I noticed - the prequels don't match up to the back story in this book. In fact, the back story from the novels was much more interesting than Episodes I, II, and/or III. Let's start with Star Wars ... Read More »
Book Review: My Life in France by Julia Child
It made me want to cook, eat and live in France! She's very funny and honest. It took forever to realize that when she said "marketing" she really meant "shopping at the market." Her story was very inspiring and it was fun to know that she loved cooking for no better reason than she loved ... Read More »
Book Review: Julie and Julia by Julie Powell
It made me laugh out loud sometimes, but swears so much that I wouldn't recommend it. The movie catches the essence of what she went through in the book. There are some scenes in the book that were funny and didn't make it into the movie, but there are also a few gross stories that ... Read More »
Book Review: A Tale of Two Cities by Charles Dickens
One of the hardest books to get into that I have ever read, but the ending gave me chills and I couldn't stop thinking about if for days. If you are stuck at the beginning and wondering if it will be worth it, I promise it is. Content Rating: None Read More »
Book Review: Jane Eyre by Charlotte Bronte
The beginning is kind of boring to get through, but once you get into her adult life it was a great page turner and one of the best Gothic love stories I have ever read. In fact, someone pointed out to me that her childhood dragging on and on helps you suffer with her and ... Read More »