I’ve seen this book everywhere in recent years, with scads of glowing reviews, yet I’ve purposefully avoided it. I can only handle so many of the “social…… Read more “Wonder, by R. J. Palacio”
Category: Social Issues
The Family Romanov: Murder, Rebellion & the Fall of Imperial Russia, by Candace Fleming
You all know I love history. Usually, I prefer it as historical fiction, but this factual narrative of the last ruling dynasty of Russia is utterly compelling.…… Read more “The Family Romanov: Murder, Rebellion & the Fall of Imperial Russia, by Candace Fleming”
Tears of a Tiger, by Sharon Draper, 1994, Book Review
“In Memorium Robbie Washington, captain of our basketball team, was killed after the November 7 game in a terrible automobile accident…” …and Andy was the one driving…… Read more “Tears of a Tiger, by Sharon Draper, 1994, Book Review”
Summer of the Gypsy Moths, by Sara Pennypacker, 2012
If you’re looking for a sweet story, you probably wouldn’t consider one in which two twelve-year-old girls bury an old lady in the garden and lie about…… Read more “Summer of the Gypsy Moths, by Sara Pennypacker, 2012”
Thirteen Reasons Why, by Jay Asher, 2007, Book Review
I read this book last year, just before hearing Jay speak at a writer’s conference. I’ll admit, Mr. Asher has talent, his book is a page turner.…… Read more “Thirteen Reasons Why, by Jay Asher, 2007, Book Review”
Dear Mr. Henshaw, by Beverly Cleary, Book Review
Dear Mr. Henshaw is Beverly Cleary’s highest award-winner, capturing the Newbery and Christopher Awards in the early 80’s, yet it is one of my least favorites. Written as…… Read more “Dear Mr. Henshaw, by Beverly Cleary, Book Review”
The Farewell Season, by Ann Herrick, 2011, eBook Review
Eric has always loved football. It’s his senior year, scouts are making phone calls, a college scholarship seems secure. So why can’t he work up any enthusiasm?…… Read more “The Farewell Season, by Ann Herrick, 2011, eBook Review”
The Outside of a Horse, by Ginny Rorby, 2010, Book Review
“There’s nothing so good for the inside of a man as the outside of a horse.” The Outside of a Horse is an emotional, eye-opening novel that has…… Read more “The Outside of a Horse, by Ginny Rorby, 2010, Book Review”
Hate List, by Jennifer Brown, Book Review
I met Jennifer Brown at a conference a few weeks ago. She was the sweetest girl. She chatted with me all through lunch, and I so wanted…… Read more “Hate List, by Jennifer Brown, Book Review”
