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The Fire by James Patterson

2012-01-31T12:33:00.000-05:00

The Fire by James Patterson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Well, this was another great book by James Patterson of the Witch and Wizard Series!! Whit and Wisty are at it again trying to save the world and themselves! This book pulls at you from every direction. I couldn't put it down. It kept me interested throughout the whole book. My emotions and thoughts were all over the place just like the kids. The story has twist and turns and more surprises then you can imagine all rolled into one Most Excellent Book! I loved this book. Book 1 and Book 3 are excellent! I hope they write more. Read this book!!!

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2012-01-20T12:51:00.000-05:00

The 7th Month :A Detective D.D. Warren Story by Lisa Gardner

My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was a quick but sweet read from Lisa Gardner. It gets you ready for Catch Me, coming out this February 7, 2012. I love everything that Lisa write and this was a nice little book. It was different but well done for such a short book. I'm happy to know that D.D. Warren will still be a cop even that she's becoming a new mommy!

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Kill Alex Cross - by James Patterson

2012-01-15T20:58:00.001-05:00

Kill Alex Cross by James Patterson
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

Okay, this book started off really good and it was interesting as always. However this book didn't grab me like most. I wanted to know more about the Kill Alex Cross part, unfortunately this was only mentioned once and nothing happened like I thought. This book had very little with Sampson in it and it just felt like a different book than a Cross Series book. :(
Heather

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Books I will read in 2012

2012-01-12T10:39:00.001-05:00

Eat Clean - Just The Rules by Tosca Reno

2012-01-07T08:59:00.000-05:00

The Eat-Clean Diet Presents Just the Rules: Tosca's Guide to Eating Right by Tosca Reno

My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Excellent, quick bites of information from the ear clean books which are excellent to begin with. A must have quick reference to refer to often for motivation as well.

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The Keepsake by Tess Gerritsen

2011-12-27T10:45:00.000-05:00

The Keepsake by Tess Gerritsen
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

This book wasn't really for me, I gave it 3 stars.

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The Joy of Less, A Minimalist Living Guide: How to Declutter, Organize, and Simplify Your Life

2011-12-11T16:37:00.001-05:00

The Joy of Less, A Minimalist Living Guide: How to Declutter, Organize, and Simplify Your Life by Francine Jay

My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book was excellent, I enjoyed the set up and the way everything was broken down. I liked be beginning the most. It is a must read for anyone!!!

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The Mephisto Club - Gerritsen

2011-11-20T13:07:00.000-05:00

The Mephisto Club by Tess Gerritsen

My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Tess Gerritsen keeps you reading until the end! Great book, interesting to say the least. I wanted more from the ending but it was a solid close.

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Who Was Amelia Earhart? - Jerome

2011-11-15T19:02:00.000-05:00

Who Was Amelia Earhart? by Kate Boehm Jerome

My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Excellent and very informative. I learned alot from this children's books. I'm so happy our kids love these kinds of books. A must read for any girl to show how brave and strong Amelia was and all that she did for women as a whole!!!

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Simplify - Becker

2011-11-12T20:02:00.001-05:00

Simplify: 7 Guiding Principles to Help Anyone Declutter Their Home and Life by Joshua Becker

My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A good read about minimizing what you have. I learned some new tips. I'd call this a long article than a book.

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Simplify Your Life - Marcia Ramsland

2011-11-05T19:47:00.000-04:00

Simplify Your Life: Get Organized and Stay That Way by Marcia Ramsland

My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was a very informative book. I'm pretty organized and have a system somewhat. This helped me learn some new tips on how to better manage my time and doing projects and meals more effectively!

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It All Began In Monte Carlo by Elizabeth Adler

2011-10-31T19:51:00.001-04:00

It All Began In Monte Carlo by Elizabeth Adler

My rating: 2 of 5 stars

This book was interesting until I got to Page 120 and I just had enough. Talking about Kitty's so called life style just made me not interested. The beginning of the book was good. This book has a lot of characters and information going on at once. Maybe I will pick it back up another time to see how it ends. I only got to page 125. Heather

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Kill Me If You Can by James Patterson

2011-10-26T20:35:00.001-04:00

Kill Me If You Can by James Patterson

My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Do you like diamonds, money, suspense, love, and twists and turns? Well if do this book is definitely for you. Russians, art teachers, students, family and friends.....all rolled into a one great book. I really enjoyed this book. It kept me interested throughout the whole book. It was be a great story to make a second story too but it was complete all on its own. A must read for any true Patterson fan!

Hugz, Heather

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Wife for Hire - Evanovich

2011-10-20T09:31:00.002-04:00

Wife for Hire by Janet Evanovich

My rating: 5 of 5 stars

You've just gotta love Janet Evanovich and her mini romance books. It was an excellent read. Maybe all marriages should start this way! I laughed out loud many times, this book keeps your reading wanting more!

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Fall Into Reading 2011 - Reading List 9/23-12/21

2011-10-10T07:32:00.012-04:00

Love You More - Lisa Gardner

Now You See Her - James Patterson

Kill Me If You Can - James Patterson

The Mephisto Club - Tess Gerritsen

Wire for Hire - Janet Evanovich

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Now You See Her by James Patterson

2011-10-10T07:28:00.000-04:00

Now You See Her by James Patterson

My rating: 5 of 5 stars

If you haven't read this book yet! READ IT NOW! I would have to say other than HONEYMOON, the first book that I ever read of Patterson that was my favorite this one is right up there with it. Of all the Patterson books. This one by far takes the cake! Suspense, fear, love, guilt, revenge and freedom are just a few things that happen in this book that keep you holding on waiting to turn that next page! This book was outstanding. It would also make an excellent movie for sure! NOW YOU SEE HER, was the best of the best books by Patterson by far! Next in line. HONEYMOON! I have a new favorite!

Happy Reading!

Heather

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Love You More - by Lisa Gardner

2011-10-04T20:32:00.001-04:00

Love You More by Lisa Gardner

My rating: 5 of 5 stars

THIS IS ON THE TOP OF MY LIST! EXCELLENT!!!! This was the best Lisa Gardner book YET! It is a must read even if you aren't reading this as a series it is a MUST READ! Family, Friendship, Love, Work, Respect, Honor are at their best! Lisa sure can write! She had me literally not wanting to put the book down! It was that good. I would read this book again for sure. The book just flowed perfectly. Everything just blended smoothly start to finish. Nothing was left undone. Nothing left to wonder. COMPLETE!

Happy Reading, Heather

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This World We Live In by Susan Beth Pfeffer

2011-09-15T20:07:00.000-04:00

This World We Live In by Susan Beth Pfeffer

My rating: 4 of 5 stars

What an ending. My heart was pounding reading the last 50 pages. This was a very good book. I feel that this book and how it ended and the death that is in the book that I would rate the book for ages 18 in up, but I'm conservative and protective of my kids and I don't think this series would be good for them under 16. About the books in general the first one was the best. I enjoyed the second one but I didn't like waiting to read the third one to get back to the original family played in book 1. It was a great series and very well done and I really enjoyed the "journal" theme of the writing. WELL DONE! A Great Ending, I love that not everything ends PERFECTLY - This made the book COMPLETE!

Happy Reading,

Heather

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Joy For Beginners by Bauermeister

2011-07-11T14:30:00.000-04:00

Joy For Beginners by Erica Bauermeister

My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book my dear friend recommended for me to read was truly amazing! I have a whole new way of looking at things. This book took you on a series of ventures for six very different women in essense a search of self. They were sent on independent journeys by a friend that concord breast cancer. This book talks little about the 'illness' part more on the friendships and oneself. I connected for a couple of the girls well three to be honest! Kate, the one who had cancer and he new found love of rafting and becoming scared of something she could put her hands on. And that she could do anything after having to deal with cancer kind of like me and GBS. Marion, for her understanding of doing for herself and making herself happy but understanding all along the way. Her search brought her to writing about tattoos and the how's and why's behind them. And lastly Caroline, she had lost something near and dear to her and she had to break it free and be me, I mean herself. This is a must read. I'm so very grateful for this recommendation and I encourage Every Woman out there to read it. My copy of the book is going on my bookshelf and it will be read again and I would like my daughter to read it when she's older.

Hugs and Happy Reading, Heather

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The Dead and the Gone by Susan Beth Pfeffer

2011-06-20T14:49:00.001-04:00

The Dead and the Gone by Susan Beth Pfeffer

My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was book two to, Life as we Knew It, and it was a good book. This book took place in NY instead of PA. This book had alot of talk of God and church and Fathers and Nuns. But there was alot more to it than that. The book went deeper into the lives of three young siblings and their lives of survival. Trying to find food, hope, family and God in their time of need. This book is not a spiritual book by any means. I enjoyed the book. I liked the first one alot better though. But this book was very good and it was engaged and constantly wanting to know what would happen next. I can't wait to start book three and get back to the family in PA and see how the rest of the story goes. I would suggest this book The Dead and the Gone to Junior High level reading due to the nature of events that take place in this book. Heather

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Change Your Thoughts Change Your Life - Dyer

2011-06-15T13:54:00.001-04:00

Change Your Thoughts, Change Your Life: Living the Wisdom of the Tao by Wayne W. Dyer

My rating: 4 of 5 stars

4 stars - Veryyyyyyy Good , thought provoking and heart changing!

My favorites :: #1 Living the mystery; #19 Living without attachment; #24 - Living without excess; #48 - Living by Decreasing; #64 -Living by Being here now; #73 Living in Heaven's Net; #79 Living without resentments

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Toys by, James Patterson

2011-05-29T19:08:00.000-04:00

Toys by James Patterson

My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Toys...I was confused at first reading this book. I had to re-read the beginning of it at first. I wasn't clear what the story was about only because I like to be surprised about what is going to happen in the story. Anyway, I really liked the book. It was kind of scifi, kind of new age. This would be a good Youth book as well. It kind of had a Daniel X feel to it. Once again I really liked it. There were a few chapters in the beginning that just happened fast from getting to one scene to another. There were lots of elements of surprise and needless today it was a great read and it kept me very interested. Heather

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Life As We Knew It by, Susan Beth Pfeffer

2011-05-19T15:47:00.001-04:00

Life As We Knew It by Susan Beth Pfeffer

My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I had been looking at this book at the store for sometime and I just wasn't too sure about it. I finally went on amazon and watch a mini video about the book! I purchase the book off eBay and when it came in I started reading it and I couldn't put it down. The moon is hit by an astroid a little TOO HARD, and the moon comes too close to the earth. All likes of weather and earth problems happen. Earthquakes, flooding, volcanoes out of no where and so much more. People have to survive.

This story is a 16 year old in PA point of view in a normal format on all the details of daily life of survival with her family. It's intriguing and a brilliant story for young age kids age 9 and above. I'm 39. This book and story makes you appreciate all the "things" we have from food to electronics to the dishwasher for granted. This book will Hook you and re think your life and what is true NEEDED and IMPORTANT for you and your family.

I love the story about a very special Christmas!!

I already bought book 2 & 3 and I plan to read then right away and save them for both of my kids to read and love.

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America by Heart: Reflections on Family, Faith, and Flag by Sarah Palin

2011-05-18T15:59:00.000-04:00

America by Heart: Reflections on Family, Faith, and Flag by Sarah Palin

My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was book was EXCELLENT! I love Sarah Palin and it was great hearing her voice reading the book. This book really hits home for WOMEN and their FAMILIES and what LIFE and AMERICA and our FLAG, really mean! This book is very well written and quotes are taken from many other people and used in a perfect context. I would also be interested in actually reading this at some point, instead of listening to it. I was going to read the book but I got it off Audible.com! (Now I need to read her first book Going Rogue.)

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Vanish - by Tess Gerritsen

2011-04-27T12:58:00.001-04:00

Vanish by Tess Gerritsen

My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Vanish - by Tess Gerritsen

This was one of my favorite Rizzoli N Isles books!! Fast paced, excellent story, all though creepy, these things do really happen. I think that's what made this story so moving. I thought I had an idea on who one of the bad guys were then I was wrong then I was right. This on your toes book keeps you wanting more. Finding the answers is all you are going to want to know until you put this book down. I loved how the two stories combine into one. This was a great way of doing the book. Alot of stories I read do have more than one thing going on or crime. But blending the two was ingenious. 5 stars plus some more for this book. I will read the next one in the series for sure.

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Heather

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10th Anniversary -Patterson

2011-04-16T08:56:00.001-04:00

I loved this Women's Murder Club book. Heart racing beginning. Excellent excellent storyline. No detail was left in question. The law case had so many twists. I excellent. A must read!!!!

-Love & Fitness,
Heather

Cross Fire by, James Patterson

2011-04-11T14:17:00.002-04:00

Cross Fire by James Patterson

My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I loved this book. It was a little slow at first. And there were alot of different things going on at once. Kyle Craig was in this book and this made the book Perfect!!! The start of the book was excellent it just grabs yah!! I really enjoyed it. I don't want to spoil it for anyone but Kyle's part in this was excellent. I loved all the other Cross books with Kyle in it so you really get to know him. This one really tops it. The ending wow. The ending. Excellent and in itself never ending. I'm sooooo looking forward to the new Alex Cross book that is coming out. It's going to be the best. I just know it by how this one ended!!! Heather

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Angel by James Patterson

2011-04-05T20:25:00.000-04:00

Angel by James Patterson My rating: 5 of 5 stars I LOVE MAXIMUM RIDE! This book was excellent! I know I always say this about these books but they truly are. Fast paced full of action, anticipation, romance, uncertainty, and of course excitement. Sadly there will only be one more book after this one. :( The beginning and ending of this book was very unique and in my opinion very well done! Bravo Patterson, this was an excellent ending to enter us into the last book of the series! I’m very much looking forward to book #8 in February 2012. Heather View all my reviews

The Law of Happiness by Henry Cloud

2011-03-24T12:56:00.000-04:00

The Law of Happiness by Henry Cloud

My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Excellent. I learned a lot and I was reminded about things I forgot about. Excellllllent book for anyone. Cloud is a great Author. Easy fun read with lots of learning moments.

Heather

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Tick Tock by James Patterson

2011-03-21T20:35:00.001-04:00

Tick Tock by James Patterson

My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Michael Bennett is an excellent character. I really enjoyed this book, and the 3 before it. EXCELLENT! A must read! The ending was PERFECT!!!!!!! All I can say is read this series from the beginning! I enjoy this series over Cross Series now. :) Happy Reading, Heather

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Breaking Dawn by Stephenie Meyer

2011-02-26T18:32:00.001-05:00

Breaking Dawn by Stephenie Meyer

My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Working end to beginning on this review. I loved the ending of this books. I was scared on how it was going to end. I heard alot of my friends say that they didn't like the ending of this book. I thought it was perfect!!! I was not disappointed at all. I loved this book. The almost to the end of the book was very busy with charactors but well done to not confuse me very much. The middle fantastic, Bella and her journey with the Cullens was just painstakingly perfect! I felt like I was in the story watching. The beginning....excellent, I felt like I was there or at least watching from afar. Meyer really making you feel as though you are part, or in these books. At least to me that's how I feel. Excellent book. There were 2 books with in the book, well 3. Jacob's point of view in one and Bella's in another, and the story beginning and end. It was just an excellent read. I'm sad it is over but happy on how it all came together. I plan on reading this series again forosure!

Heather

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The Gift by James Patterson

2011-01-23T11:50:00.000-05:00

The Gift by James Patterson

My rating: 3 of 5 stars

I enjoyed this book but not as much as the first one. Whit and Whisty were great in this book however they were jumping all over the place from here to there. Worm holes etc, but there was just alot of extra moving around. The story was okay, the Charactors I love! This book was co written with Ned Rust and so was Daniel X. I just feel that book one had alot more substance and excitment than this one. It's worth reading it though and make your own judgement. It was very good but just not as exciting and turn paging as the first in this series.

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The TOP Books on my reading list to read first!

2011-01-12T10:35:00.004-05:00

2011 Reading list – Paperback & Hardcovers
The Gift – James Patterson
Vanish – Tess Gerritsen
Mephisto Club – Tess Gerristen
The Terror – Dan Simmons
The Good Liar – Laura Caldwell
Darkly Dreaming Dexter (book 1) – Jeff Lindsay
Dexter in the Dark (book3) – Jeff Lindsay
The Host – Stephenie Meyer
Breaking Dawn – Stephenie Meyer
The Short Second Life of Bree Tanner - Stephenie Meyer
Live to Tell – Lisa Gardner
A Novel Way to Die – Karen Hanson Stuyck
Reckless – Andrew Gross
A Terrible Beauty – Graham Masterton
Summer Sisters – Judy Blume
Last Witness – Jilliane Hoffman
Firefly Lane – Kristin Hannah

2011 Kindle books
Under the Dome – Stephen King
Decision Points – George W. Bush
The Love Dare – Alex Kendrick
Sweet Dreams – Aaron Patterson

2011 Library Books
Cross Fire – James Patterson
10th Anniversary (Women’s Murder Club)– James Patterson

2011 Paperbackswap.com on Wish List
Toys – James Patterson
Tick Tock (Bk3 Michael Bennett – James Patterson & Michael Ledwidge
Angel (Maximum Ride)– James Patterson

2011 Audio Books
UR – Stephen King
America by Heart - Sarah Palin

Body Double by Tess Gerritsen

2010-12-31T23:45:00.002-05:00

5 Stars

Heart pounding, excitement, non stop fast paced page turner, Gerritsen at her best and this is only book 4. There are many scenes going on in this book however everything is perfectly placed urging you to read more and faster to get to the truth of the matters. Body Double hits home to those of us that are adopted. Interesting and a new way of looking at life and one self. I loved this book. Plain and simple..... Read It!!!

Heather

See How They Run by James Patterson

2010-12-12T14:22:00.000-05:00

See How They Run by James Patterson

My rating: 3 of 5 stars

The beginning of this book was really good up until about the middle. This is just me. I'm not much for reading Russian, and Jew related things. I don't like reading the names and it confuses me. I'm sure this book was really great for someone that would enjoy this kind of story. Even though it wasn't my favorite I will say that it had a very good story line. It's a Patterson book so I had to give it a try. :) Heather

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Mania by Craig Larsen

2010-11-29T17:30:00.001-05:00

Mania by Craig Larsen

My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book Totally Rocked!! 5 PLUS STARS! This a new top favorite of mine. Love Love LOVED IT! The beginning starts with a total punch and then you get knocked down again and again and again. Then just when you think your up and everything is going swell! WAMMMMO! What a fantastic read! A must read for your books! Larsen's first book is a SMMMMMMASH of awesome story telling! One of my best reads ever!

Heather

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The Sinner by Tess Gerritsen

2010-11-05T11:17:00.000-04:00

The Sinner by Tess Gerritsen

My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Okay, first off when I started reading this book I was leary about it. The church and all these bad things happening with in it. I finally got past that it was just a book and read the story for what it was a story. The book went fast and keep me intersted the whole time. I thought I knew who the bad guy was but I was wrong a couple of times and then I gave up trying to figure it out. You will no know who the bad person is until you get to the last few chapters!! AHhhhhhhHH! It was a great read completely. The characters keep getting richer and richer with each book in the series. Jane is amazing and Maura is also amazing in her own ways and she is growing more and more throughout this book. I can't wait to start Body Double the next book in the series! Happy reading! Heather

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The Perfect Cat-sitter by Ann Whitehead Nagda

2010-10-15T11:24:00.000-04:00

The Perfect Cat-sitter by Ann Whitehead Nagda

My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Another most excellent book by Nagda!! Just how Nagda works in school work and kids chores and projects is just amazing. I think I might get these books for the kids if they want to read it over and over. The kids laugh with the fun humor of everyday fun at school and at home with the kids life. A must read even if you don't have kids. Working with my own kids and being around others much of the time this is a must have and read for your collection along with all the others that Nagda writes. Heather

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Don't Blink - James Patterson

2010-10-14T07:38:00.000-04:00

I gave this a ~ Four Star Rating

Don't Blink was an excellent read. Fresh and new by Patterson. I would like to see more details in his stories but otherwise it was a great read. The characters were well put together and it was a well rounded story. Nothing was left out, meaning that all things were covered from the start of the book til the end. A very nice blend of people and plenty of action to make it more suspenseful than some of Patterson past books. The co-author is one of my Favs. You must read The Up and Comer for another great read.

- Heather P.

Committed by Elizabeth Gilbert

2010-10-13T17:20:00.003-04:00

Committed by Elizabeth Gilbert

rating ~ 5 Stars

EXCELLENT EXCELLENT EXCELLENT! Talk about some wake up calls! This book explains Marriage all over the world through all the years, including Gilberts' herself. This book made me think about my marriage, my parents and my friends. It made me think deeper into myself, about my own wants and desires. About, why we think and do what we do, how everything is molded into TWO. This book was very inspirational. I think it would be great for any soon to be married or just married, and even someone like me that's been married for 11 years. This book takes you past all those negative thoughts and lets you think for yourself. At least I did. I enjoyed how everything was well written and researched and wow'd me on all the information! Need I say more?
Heather

Postcard Killers by James Patterson

2010-09-24T07:38:00.000-04:00

Postcard Killers by James Patterson

My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Excellent! Great new book!!! A must read by Patterson and Marklund. The book started with a smash and ended perfectly, and how we all want stories to end. Jacob Kanon is passionate about his wants and his needs and to get the job done. Dessie is as equally the same. Travel around Europe and the USA on search for the killers and twists all over and in between.

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Fall Into Reading 2010 ~*~ 9/22 - 12/20

2010-09-22T12:43:00.003-04:00

*to finish*

Postcard Killers By Patterson

*to read*

Committed by Elizabeth Gilbert

Don't Blink by James Patterson & Howard Roughan

The Sinner by Tess Gerristen

Live to Tell by Lisa Gardner

Daniel X: Demons and Druids by James Patterson

2010-09-13T21:34:00.001-04:00

Daniel X: Demons and Druids by James Patterson

My rating: 3 of 5 stars

This was a very good book for youth readers. I really enjoyed it. I loved book one and thought book two was good too. It is a great series for young boys and girls if they like this sort of thing. I can tell that Daniel is getting older and I miss the young Daniel in book one. I will look forward to reading more of this series when another one comes out. - Heather

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Tarantula Power! by Ann Whitehead Nagda

2010-08-28T13:48:00.000-04:00

Tarantula Power! by Ann Whitehead Nagda

My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book was fantastic, right up there with Valentine Cat by the same author. I love how the author works in real school activities and learning projects. Along with also real things that happen in school with kids that they get along with and also bullies and how the deal with that in all ways. This a great book for any age. My 7 year old could read it and was quite proud of himself too. Great book. Can't wait to read another by Nagda! ENJOY!

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The Apprentice - Tess Gerritsen

2010-08-24T17:54:00.002-04:00

The Apprentice by Tess Gerritsen

My rating: 5 of 5 stars

EXCELLENT! excellent EXCELLENT! Great book great story loved all the action. All the characters and parts were all perfectly done. This book tied into everything from the first book the Surgeon. It's just a must read. I love Jane Rizzoli she's a perfect policewoman; powerful yet still womanly.

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Switch: How to Change Things - By Chip Heath

2010-08-16T12:01:00.000-04:00

Switch: How to Change Things When Change Is Hard by Chip Heath

My rating: 3 of 5 stars

Interesting concepts, and also a new way of looking at things. Look for bright spots, positive inspirations and work off that. Avoid, negative and look for small things to bring back the action you want. This book was very good. But it was on the dry side. I learned several things from it so it was worth it by far. I learned things such as: turn off the ding on my itouch when I get new email so I don't run and check it or have the urge to check it; not look into why something happened so much as how am I going to fix it now, what am I going to do to get things where I want them to be. Praise the littlest things and you will have to look for them. Don't just praise after the action has taken place but before and during to get the results that you are looking for.

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The Last Surgeon - by Michael Palmer

2010-08-09T17:53:00.001-04:00

The Last Surgeon by Michael Palmer

My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book was very good and very long. Everything I've read or listened to that has been written by him has always kept my interest right up to the end!!

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The Surgeon by Tess Gerritsen

2010-08-07T17:33:00.000-04:00

The Surgeon by Tess Gerritsen

My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was one of my favorite books that I read this year. I truly couldn't put it down and read chapter after chapter. If it wasn't for the TNT show that I've been taping with Angie Harmon in it. I wouldn't have read this book so soon. I can't wait to watch the show now!!! The story line and charactors and the mystery was purely perfect! i couldn't get enough of it. I had no idea who the bad guy was or how this book would end. The detail was extrodinary! I can't get enough. I am picking up book two on Monday! This is a must read book and I'm sure the whole series rocks! Tess Gerriste is one of my new favs already!

Happy Reading, Heather

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Say Goodbye - Gardner

2010-07-26T13:14:00.000-04:00

Say Goodbye by Lisa Gardner

My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book started off slow then took off around page 80 for me. I enjoyed the story but it wasn't spectacular like all of the other Rainie and Quincy stories. I got confused with a couple of the characters and how it was written. I had to really think a few times about the characters so I wouldn't get mixed up. It was a good read. I wouldn't say it was a musttttt read but it was a good read. I gave this book a 3.5 star out of 5 star rating.

Heather

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Private by James Patterson

2010-07-11T17:52:00.001-04:00

Private by James Patterson

My rating: 2 of 5 stars

Okay, I could have done without reading this book HOWEVER, it was a good story line and it was interesting. It just didn't jump out and SAY SIT ALL DAY AND READ ME like all of the other books by Patterson. I thought it was good for the first one in a new series, but it just wasn't exciting. There was one part that got me going and I thought there would be alot more to come but sadly it did not. But hey almost all the Patterson books I've read are 4-5 Star books, this is okay! They all can't be the best. (P.S. Alot of this was predictable for the end results on the cases)

Heather

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Eat, Pray, Love - Elizabeth Gilbert

2010-07-08T12:39:00.000-04:00

Eat, Pray, Love: One Woman's Search for Everything Across Italy, India and Indonesia by Elizabeth Gilbert

My rating: 5 of 5 stars

First of all I have to say that not only is Liz and excellent story teller, but she's even a better writer! She knows how to say everything just right in my opinion. When you listen to this book you feel the power of all the words that she has put into writing. Not only do you hear the Italian spoken but you feel it and you want to learn it and be one with it. Well at least that is how I felt about it. This book will not only bring you inspiration and feel like you are part of Liz's journey but you will want to go on one too. I felt like I learned so much from this book. I want to get the book and read now for myself and truly get engulfed into it again and again. There are mannnnny quotes in this book that will just tug and pull at you and make you want to do them and believe in them with all your hear. But then again these are my feelings. This is a must AUDIO BOOK and READ BOOK! I can't wait to watch the movie. I know it will be nothing like the book however I well get the whole feeling from it. :) I look forward to reading and listening to more of Gilbert's books. She completely inspires me to be more of myself even MORE!

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The Neighbor - Lisa Gardner

2010-07-05T12:01:00.000-04:00

The Neighbor (Detective D.D. Warren, #3) by Lisa Gardner

My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Gardner can sure write. I hadn't a clue who the real bad guy was until the very end. This book completely loved this book. It was written in many different perspectives. It is just a plain and simple Must Have to Read.
Heather

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Dear Whiskers by Ann Whitehead Nagda

2010-06-30T09:33:00.000-04:00

Dear Whiskers by Ann Whitehead Nagda

My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This book was excellent. I love Nagda's writing. Our children can really relate to the stories that she writes. This book deals with 4th and 2nd graders and working on a writing project. There is a young girl Jenny whom has a pen pal that is on the shy side you could say. Jenny is a clever bright and shy girl herself that really loves writing when she puts her heart and mind into it. This book has great messages in it for the children that read it along with their parents. I loved reading this book and I look forward to the next one. I love how these books describe how things are done in school, and describe the steps in details that makes it enjoyable for kids. My daughter doesn't like to write and these books sure encourage her to move in a more positive direction.

Happy Reading, Heather

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Hide - by Lisa Gardner

2010-06-08T10:58:00.001-04:00

Hide by Lisa Gardner

My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I lovvvvved this book I think more than any of the others. This book kepted me on my toes and nose in the pages and continuously curiously not knowing, thinking I knew then not knowing again who dun it. Bobby is awesome and Annabelle is a pure star. Hide ends with a bang and goes further to completely complete itself. I honestly throughly loved the whole story. It was perfectly put together. I can't wait to read the rest of the series. Say Goodbye is the Quincy series and The Neighbor is the DD Warren series. I'm not sure which I will read first by I'm leaning towards The Neighbor.

Happy Reading,
Heather

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Dead Witch Walking by Kim Harrison

2010-05-25T09:37:00.001-04:00

Dead Witch Walking by Kim Harrison

My rating: 3 of 5 stars
I really liked the beginning and end. It wasn't the best book but it was interesting and I don't quit that easy. I've read many reviews and I hear book two and so on rocks. I will continue the journey.

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The Shack- by Young

2010-05-21T13:34:00.003-04:00

The Shack by William P. Young

My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Interesting in all proportions

Quotes I enjoyed:
The Shack- by Young

"Forgiveness is not about forgiving it's about forgetting."

"Forgiveness is first for you the forgiver, to release you from something that will eat you alive; that will destroy your joy and your ability to love fully and openly."

"Forgiveness does not create a relationship. Unless people speak the truth about what they have done and change their mind and behavior, a relationship of trust is not possible. When you forgive someone you certainly release them from judgment, but without true change, no real relationship can be established."

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Gingerbread Girl by Stephen King

2010-05-15T15:05:00.002-04:00

I loved this short very high paced story. I read the best part while on my bike and I was litterally racing. It was a fantastic read. My father actually wanted me to read it. Maybe because the daughter and father are like my father and I. Or maybe because it takes place in Florida or maybe because the girl is like me and never quits and is always game for a challenge. Heather

The 9th Judgment by James Patterson

2010-05-12T08:36:00.000-04:00

The 9th Judgment by James Patterson

My rating: 5 of 5 stars
James Patterson is back in action. I loved this book. 9th Judgement will surprise you and awe you! I had a great time reading it and being engulfed into this book. I felt like it was like the first books written. Perfectly done right to the last page. The characters have developed so well over time and it was just put together perfectly. If you haven't read this book, put it on your list and read it. You will not be disappointed. Heather

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Along Came a Spider - Patterson (audio)

2010-05-08T17:20:00.002-04:00

I loved this book and I wished that I read it long ago! I figured since I saw the movie slot that I was all set. WRONG! This book was completely different than the movie. I loved listening to the different character voices. It was perfect. A must must must read the movie doesn't apply. I can't want to read Kiss the Girls now. Heather

Excuses Begone - Dr Dyer

2010-05-06T16:57:00.002-04:00

5 out of 5 stars

I learned a lot from this book. I learned that I am not to blame others for my problems or circumstances. I learned that I need to live in the "now". I learned so much that I can't write it all here. I will start doing yoga as well. I also ordered two me Dyer books. I've read many of his books and loved them all. Read this no excuses about it. Heather

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Gone - Lisa Gardner

2010-04-26T21:37:00.002-04:00

Gone - Lisa Gardner
5 stars

This book was awesome one of Gardners best!!! The story the characters the timeline everything was perfectly done. I had a strong idea on who the bad guy was pretty soon into the story. However the surprise and the ultimate suspense was beyond words. I couldn't put this book down. Well I didn't want too. A must read for any reader and a MUST read for a Gardner lover. Read on.....Heather

Beach Road by James Patterson

2010-04-18T20:39:00.001-04:00

Three Stars Review:

I tried reading this yrs ago and gave up. I listened to the first 46 chapters on audio book and loved it because each person had their own voice. I read the rest and everything fit. I was surprised and happy with the ending. I'm glad I gave this book another go! Heather

PS this book had a great story line !

Fang - A Maximum Ride Novel by, James Patterson

2010-04-13T15:55:00.001-04:00

Fang - A Maximum Ride Novel by, James Patterson

5 out of 5 stars of course

I love these books and this one was far better far far far better than
Final Warning, and Max. I really enjoyed the whole story line start to
finish. This book surprised me over and over right up to the end.
James Pattersons Maximunm Ride Series is back up and running to me. I
had faith that this book would be outstanding. I wish it was longer
only because I hate for them to end. Once again a must read, stay in
the series font give up. Fly on!!

Heather
Bangor, ME

Inside My Heart: Choosing to Live with Passion and Purpose by, Robin McGraw

2010-04-09T12:37:00.002-04:00

Inside My Heart: Choosing to Live with Passion and Purpose
by, Robin McGraw

I gave this book 5 out of 5 Stars! LOVED IT!

Robin's book is a book that every women should read. If your married, single, divorces, have kids, don't have kids, its the book for you. I learned and heard things that I never thought of and other things that empowered me even more. I got reassurances on how I am as a woman, wife and mother. I saw new ways to look at my marriage and how I do things and how my husband does things. I learned new and better ways of looking at things and respecting others. Not that I didn't already but we all need a check up! This book was encouraging, motivating, inspirational, heartwarming, eye opening, compassionate, straightforward and honest. I'm glad I finally read this book and I had been wanting to for sometime. I do believe that we makes choices for a reason, and life is all about choices. This book helps guide you though some choices, you might of made through Robin's eyes in a whole new light. Yes! I loved this book. I thank Robin for writing it and her book also inspires me to work harder on my own book. Thank you Robin!

Heather P
Bangor, ME

A Reliable Wife by Robert Goolrick

2010-04-05T16:57:00.001-04:00

A Reliable Wife by Robert Goolrick

I gave this book 5 out of 5 stars:

Intriging, unforgiving, non stop reading, intense, pleasurable, every chapter was a delight to read I never wanted to stop reading. This book took place in 1907 I loved how different life was back then. There are several racy scenes but what else are you going to do back then right. The author was a excellent storyteller. I throughly loved the story his writing the beginning middle and ending were always unknown to me what would happen next. I would recommend this to anyone who except to thoughs that don't let sex scenes because this book does have it. The story however I felt was amazing. Heather P.

2010 Springing into Reading ~ March 20 - June 20

2010-03-20T19:36:00.007-04:00

I wish to read and finish these books by 6/20/2010

*A Reliable Wife - Goolrick
*Gone - Gardner

*Dead Witch Walking - Harrison

*Daniel X 2 - Patterson

*Breaking Dawn - Meyer

*Black Echo - Connelley

*Time to Write - Stone

*Fang - Patterson

Daniel X: Watch the Skies by James Patterson

2010-03-17T17:25:00.001-04:00

Daniel X: Watch the Skies by James Patterson

My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This book was alot better than book one! It was fun, funny and new! I loved Alien stuff! Daniel is a playful kid that always gets into all kinds of mischief. :) I really enjoyed the adventure. I wish however that the book and story line was longer. Otherwise it was a great read. I can't wait for book #3 to come out "Demons & Druids". Another good thing about reading these books is that I can read them to my 9 year old and its okay, unlike alot of other James Patterson books. Not for kids. :) Happy Reading. Heather

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Don't Look Twice: A Novel by Andrew Gross

2010-03-14T15:23:00.001-04:00

Don't Look Twice: A Novel by Andrew Gross

My rating: 3 of 5 stars
Okay, Andrew Gross is a great writer however I didn't feel that this was his best work. It was a goodread but I didn't care for the story line or the ending. I'm glad that I read it and I will read the new book Reckless that is coming out. His first 2 books on the other hand I loved. I think this was just a personal preference for me that it wasn't a fav, but worth a read. I thought the book was slow going and then it really picked up after page 100. Happy Reading. Heather

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8th Confession by James Patterson

2010-03-07T18:49:00.001-05:00

8th Confession by James Patterson

My rating: 4 of 5 stars
I had a hard time reading this book at first and getting into it. But once I was sitting in peace and quiet I couldn't stop reading it. I liked the story lines and all the action that took place. I'm very pleased with how the book all came together. I really enjoyed learning with the title of the book meant. Heather

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Sundays at Tiffany's by James Patterson

2010-02-24T20:27:00.001-05:00

Sundays at Tiffany's by James Patterson

My rating: 4 of 5 stars
"just because life is hard, and always ends in a bad way, doesn't mean that all stories have to". "is it so impossible to imagine or believe, that a man and a woman can find happiness together". These were a couple of quotes from this excellent book that stood out in my mind. This book brought back a lot of past thoughts, feelings, wishes, hopes and even dreams. This book also made me think more about myself for 'me' like Jane did for herself. She found her inner strength to give herself the very best in life. She may not have understood it and may have Bern scared at times just the same. But she always thought about what was truly right. Enjoy this great, can't put down fast loving, smiling, happy, goosebumps , can't put down book....
Heather Papini

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Worst Case by James Patterson

2010-02-22T22:30:00.001-05:00

Worst Case by James Patterson

My rating: 5 of 5 starsThis was an excellent Mike Bennett book. I loved it actually. It was one of the better James Patterson books and much better than Run for your Life by far. Fast paced read, great story line, nothing was left out. Can't wait for book four some day!Heather
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Alone by Lisa Gardner

2010-02-18T09:44:00.001-05:00

Alone by Lisa Gardner

My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This book was extraordinarly wonderful! I loved this book. It was excellent!!!! Bobby Dodge is great, the whole story was complete! I loved it! Oh yeah I said that already! I think Lisa Gardner has a true gift. I love J. Patterson however, Lisa's story lines are packed full with information and story line above and beyond my expectations every time I read one of her books. She is a true Author of the finest. Nothing was left out in this book, you are never wondering what happened or why, and you don't feel empty at the end of the story! I give Alone 10 Stars :) Great read! ENJOY! Heather

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The Valentine Cat by Ann Whitehead Nagda

2010-02-15T15:36:00.000-05:00

The Valentine Cat by Ann Whitehead Nagda

My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I read this book to my kids and they loved it and so did I. It was a great and very educational as well. The book talked about how types of grammar are used and the steps to putting together a paper. The students in the book were working on a class newspaper and all the steps were explained and used within the story. I loved how it was easy for us to relate to the story. I liked also how this is a great book for educators and librarians in schools to read to their students. This book got a 5 star from me because, it was easy to read, fun to read, educational, funny, and plan old enjoyable. I got goosebumps at the end of the story. Awwww! Heather

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The Good Guy by Dean Koontz

2010-02-12T16:18:00.001-05:00

The Good Guy by Dean Koontz

My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This was my second book to read by Dean Koontz and it was great! I think this will a new favorite author for me! Dean Koontz writes in short descript chapters that really keeps the readers attention! Mine mainly here! I loved the not knowing why everything was happening and getting to the end for all the answers! Once again another great story by Koontz. I would recommend this to anyone who like a good fast pased interesting story! There isn't much else I can say but I really enjoyed this book.

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Thanksgiving by Janet Evanovich

2010-02-09T16:31:00.001-05:00

Thanksgiving by Janet Evanovich

My rating: 5 of 5 starsI loved this book. I thought Megan was alot like me actually! She was fun and tough just the same. I loved how the book ended! There were some sad spots in the book and good and funny laugh outloud too. I really enjoy these books and I can't wait to read the other ones like this. Heather
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I, Alex Cross by James Patterson

2010-01-28T17:47:00.000-05:00

I, Alex Cross by James Patterson

My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Okay, this was a good book, and the story was very interesting. I enjoyed it alot. But it was far from my favoriate of the Cross books. I really enjoyed the family side of this book with Nana and all the kids etc. If you like this series, I recommend that you read the book to stay up to date. I wasn't so keen on who the bad guy was and I had a strong feeling on whom it was. I just didn't like whom was chosen. I did like how the book ended though.

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BOOKS I'M GOING TO READ IN 2010!!!!

2010-01-26T17:46:00.000-05:00

I don't know if I will read them all but this is what I want to read. I will not choose another book if its not on this list. Well unless a new Patterson book comes out of COURSE!!!! These aren't in order....

Hideaway - Dean Koontz
Good Guy - Dean Koontz
Odd Thomas - Dean Koontz
Alone - Lisa Gardner
Gone - Lisa Gardner
Hide - Lisa Gardner
Say Goodbye - Lisa Gardner
The Good Bad and the Undead - Kim Harrison
O'Reilly Factor For Kids - Bill O'Reilly
The First Patient - Michael Palmer
Wake - Lisa McMann
Last Witness - Jilliane Hoffman
Girls Night Out - Stef Ann Holm
Excuses Begone - Wayne Dyer
Jester - James Patterson
8th Confession - James Patterson
Worst Case - James Patterson
Sundays at Tiffany's - James Patterson
Daniel X Watch the Skies - James Patterson
Breaking Dawn - Stephenie Meyer
Julie & Julia - Julie Powell
The Princess Frog - E.D. Baker
Evermore - Alyson Noel
The Woods - Harlan Coben
Firefly Lane - Kristin Hannah
Summer Sisters - Judy Blume
The Terror - Dan Simmons
The First Time - Joy Fielding
Florida Road Kill - Tim Dorsey
Lisey's Story - Stephen King
Two for the Dough - Janet Evanovich
Wife for Hire - Janet Evanovich
Love Overboard - Janet Evanovich
Grand Finale - Janet Evanovich
Rocky Road Romance - Janet Evanovich
Darkly Dreaming Dexter - Jeff Lindsay
Dexter in the Dark - Jeff Lindsay
Going Rouge - Sarah Palin

38 books if anyone was counting.

In 2009 I read = 29 books
In 2008 I read = 34 books
In 2007 I read = 17 books
In 2006 I read = not very many at all.

Witch and Wizard by James Patterson

2010-01-17T19:28:00.001-05:00

Witch and Wizard by James Patterson

My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Well, another book read by James Patterson! I always love starting the new year off with a Patterson book. This book was great. I loved it. Whisty and Whit are great kids that are out on their own and surving the ultimate life. Just when you thought your life was hard. Jump in to Witch and Wizard. Where brother and sister journey onto a whole new life and a new way of living. COMPLETELY! I couldn't get enough of this book and read it for hours at a time. This is a youth book but it is awesome. I loved the Maximum Ride Books, and this series is awesome!!!! I love these kids. They make me laugh and I feel like I'm right there beside them! READ!!!!

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The Killing Hour by Lisa Gardner

2010-01-10T17:26:00.000-05:00

The Killing Hour by Lisa Gardner

My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Lisa Gardner is just amazing, she's one in a million for sure. This book was great, everything about it was great. It's even better because I read all the books previous to this one. It does help alot to get to know the characters and feel more at home within the stories! I can't wait to get onto the next book. I love how Lisa, gets the facts down and you know exactly what is going on. She really puts on a great story line and always manages several twists. Just when you think you reallllly know what is going to happen! WRONG! I love that.

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2010 - Books I Plan on Reading First Off!

2009-12-31T15:07:00.000-05:00

Books I have to finish :
The Killing Hour - Gardner
Dead Witch Walking - Harrison
See How They Run - Patterson

Books to Begin - Just for Starters of Course:
Witch & Wizard - Patterson
I, Alex Cross - Patterson
8th Confession - Patterson
The Good Guy - Koontz
The Terror - Simmons
Wife for Hire - Evanovich
Alone - Gardner
Breaking Dawn - Meyer
Guillain-Barre Snydrome: From Diagnosis to Recovery - Parry

2009 ~ What an Awesome Reading Year!!

2009-12-31T14:58:00.000-05:00

30 Books Read this year!

Not bad huh?!

I wish that I had read more!!!

But I will leave that for next year!

I had so many great books!

My top favorites were:
Cross Country - Patterson
The Christmas Sweater - Beck
Twilight - Meyer
Swimsuit - Patterson
The Perfect Husband - Gardner
The Third Victim - Gardner
The Survivors Club - Gardner
Fit to Die - Stuyck
Manhunt - Evanovich

Keep reading and keep checking back on my blog!

Happy Reading for 2010 EVERYONE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

The Christmas Sweater by Glenn Beck

2009-12-11T16:53:00.001-05:00

The Christmas Sweater by Glenn Beck

My rating: 5 of 5 stars
ABSOLUTELY one for the best books that I have read in a long time. This book moved very quickly and it was written PERFECTLY! I loved the whole thing. The endind was priceless and I wish I could tell you how it ends.....but I will say this. EVERYONE NEEDS TO READ THIS BOOK! It is THAT GOOD! Merry Christmas Everyone. Thank you GLENN for the Inspiration!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Heather Papini, Hermon Maine

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Alex Cross's Trial by James Patterson

2009-12-01T17:45:00.001-05:00

Alex Cross's Trial by James Patterson

My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This was not one of your typical Cross Books! I really enjoyed this book but it wasn't one of my top Cross books. I think you could read it or not and still be okay with the series. Its just a fill in about the past in the Cross Life in 1906. Great writing though! Enjoy!

Short Review I know, just a good book all n all! Heather

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The Survivors Club by Lisa Gardner

2009-11-22T17:19:00.000-05:00

The Survivors Club by Lisa Gardner

My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This book gets 6 stars instead of 5 forsure! I loved this book, 'completely'....I was so into this book. Chapter 15 I was scared out of my wits not knowing what was going to happen. I was hoping that no one would knock on my window while I was reading in the school parking lot in fears that I would freak out! I thought I knew who the bad guys was but it surprised me but in a good way that it wasn't who I thought it was. Lisa Gardner is the female for James Patterson, she completely rocks, I love all of her books. This one kept me reading for hours at a time. I found the time to read and kept the book going in a fast pace. I enjoyed the chapters being named after different characters but not just only concentrating on that character. Everything just flowed. GREAT READ from PAGE 1 til the end! A MUST READ FOR ALL!

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The Next Accident by Lisa Gardner

2009-11-10T11:04:00.000-05:00

The Next Accident by Lisa Gardner

My rating: 5 of 5 stars
PHENOMENAL! This book kept me on my toes every step of the way. I thought I truly knew who that bad guy was going to be and I was DEAD WRONG! It was a great book. The characters just grew all on their own. Quincy and Rainie are perfect! Lisa Gardner out did herself on this book. I kept wanting more! I loved that she explains everything at the end. Who went where, who was who and why everything happened. There were no open wounds to wonder about and never have the answer for.

AWESOME PERFECT WORK OF ART!
Heather Papini

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The One-Minute Organizer Plain & Simple by Donna Smallin

2009-10-31T22:36:00.000-04:00

The One-Minute Organizer Plain & Simple by Donna Smallin

My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Excellent fast read about 500 Tips on getting your life in order. This book rock on simple ideas that I didn't even think of. Great Book! A good one to always have around the house!

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Dearly Devoted Dexter by Jeff Lindsay

2009-10-28T06:59:00.000-04:00

Dearly Devoted Dexter by Jeff Lindsay

My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Lindsay is an awesome writer. The end of the book was great! I even laughed. This series is great. The hunt for the bad guy was perfect and all the characters are very well characterized. I can't wait to read the 3rd book. I watched the first season on TV and loved it. It really helped me see the characters for who they really were when I read the book. It was a great read, completely worth it. The story kept you wondering what would happen next and then hoping somethings would not happen. :) :)
Heather

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The Third Victim by Lisa Gardner

2009-10-01T19:41:00.001-04:00

The Third Victim by Lisa Gardner

My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I know I wow alot of books but this one just popped right out from the start. I couldn't put the book down from page 2 on. Everything in this book by Lisa Gardner grabs you and holds you right up to the very last sentence of the book. There were lots of twists, and questions within the whole story. I loved all of the characters and they were all written perfectly. I only got confused once but then it was all figured out for me come the end of the book. This book is a heart stopper and it keeps you reading from the get-go! I really love Lisa Gardner books and I can't wait to start the next one! Keep on reading and enjoy!
Heather

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FALL INTO READING 9/22/09 - 12/20/09

2009-09-23T10:29:00.000-04:00

~~The Third Victim -Gardner~~

Dead Witch Walking - Harrison

~~The Next Accident - Gardner~~

On Writing - Stephen King

Alex Cross Trial - Patterson

The Killing Hour - Gardner

~~Dearly Devoted Dexter - Lindsay~~

I'm already reading The Third Victim. I really love Lisa Gardner and Patterson the most! Graham Masterton is another work of art and of course Janet Evanovich!!!

House of Bones by Graham Masterton

2009-09-15T16:50:00.001-04:00

House of Bones by Graham Masterton

My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This book, GRABS you and pulls you right in on the first page. This was a quick fast paced read. I had it done in 3 days and loved all of it. It is mysterious from every angle, lots of facts from the past and just things to really make you think. Wow could this REALLY HAPPEN? What a fantastic read. I gave this 5 stars for its story line, for its excellent writing, and holding my attention for the whole book! I loved that when someone in the book told someone else about what had already happened that the author didn't write what already happened yet again. I have seen that in alot of books and this author says it all perfectly. There were just enough characters and a ton of SPARKS!!! A must read. This was my second book to read from this author and I loved the first "WALKERS" I just picked up "SWIMMER" by the same author. Look out! Keep reading!

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Shadows Still Remain - Peter de Jonge

2009-09-13T00:34:00.000-04:00

Shadows Still Remain: A Novel by Peter de Jonge

My rating: 2 of 5 stars
This wasn't one of my favorite books at all. It was very slow going. It got going about page 50. I didn't like how the author used so many names and said when he was thinking something all the time. The story was interesting but it didn't keep my interest. It isn't very often that I rate a book a ** Star but, I really couldn't stay interested in this book. Heather

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Edwurd Fudwupper Fibbed Big by Berkeley Breathed

2009-09-09T19:35:00.000-04:00

Edwurd Fudwupper Fibbed Big by Berkeley Breathed

My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Our son picked this book out... I think he liked the pictures. It is a great book that teaches about lies and what happens when you tell a lie or a fib. It shows how big it can grow and what can become of it in a great way for children to understand. The book is also written in a poetic format. It really rolls and keeps the kids attention, we also talked about what really happened in the middle of the book to make sure they knew what was going on and keeping them on track. Great book. I would like to read this one again!

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Mrs. Watson Wants Your Teeth by Alison McGhee

2009-09-09T19:32:00.001-04:00

Mrs. Watson Wants Your Teeth by Alison McGhee

My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is such a great book to the first one "Countdown to Kindergarten". This book talks about a girl going into 1st grade that is told roamers about the teachers that of course aren't true. It is very cute and a must read if you are losing those baby teeth! I'm glad our daughter picked out this book. She really enjoyed it and the first book in the series as well. This book is written in a comic bubble form which makes for fast fun reading.

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Eclipse - by Stephenie Meyer

2009-09-02T16:26:00.000-04:00

Eclipse by Stephenie Meyer

My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Again another wow! This book was extremely well written nothing was left out. The characters the story line everything just flowed. Just when you thought or hoped that something would happen, there would be a little twist there. Jacob, Edward and Bella really put on a good show. Outstanding book, great series. This book stands alone great or read them in order. Just a masterpiece. I am looking forward to Breaking Dawn. Heather

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Swimsuit by James Patterson

2009-08-04T08:04:00.000-04:00

Swimsuit by James Patterson

My rating: 5 of 5 stars
WOW! I know I say this about alot of James Patterson books but this one takes the cake for sure. I had my nose in the book for hours. I got the book out from the library and I had 7 days to read it. I read it in 5 days. It was outstanding. The book just kept you on your seat. You could visualize everything going on. I don't want to wreck anything for you by reading my review but this is a must read. I thought the ending was perfect and that the book was complete. Extremely well written. I would like to see a sequel to this book but I don't see that happening. I really felt like I was in the story along for the ride! A MUST READ!!!! Now one of my new favorites!

Heather

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In Praise of Stay-at-Home Moms by Laura C. Schlessinger

2009-07-28T10:51:00.001-04:00

In Praise of Stay-at-Home Moms by Laura C. Schlessinger

My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This was my first book of Dr Laura's to read. It was very good! It was extremely inspirational! I so wish I had this book back when I started being a Stay at Home Mom. I know that it would have helped me in more ways that I can put into words. Read this book! If you were, are, or going to be a stay at home mom. This book is great for everyone. It is a feel good book about being a MOM! And all the things in between! I feel like a better mom already just reading this book and opening my eyes to what I should see more of in myself, and what should be expected of and from me, not only from our kids but from my husband as well. Hugs, Heather

In the back of the book there are helpful links for moms and things around the house. SEE BELOW FOR THE COOL LINKS!

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STAY AT HOME WEB SITES
http://homebodies.org/
http://www.amomsreview.com/
http://baby-place.com/
http://www.contestformoms.com/
http://www.familyandhome.org/index.php
http://www.homewiththekids.com/
http://www.kaboose.com/
http://mainstreetmom.com/
http://mommysavers.com/
http://momsnetwork.com/
http://www.mothersandmore.org/
http://simplemomblog.com/
http://thenewhomemaker.com/
http://www.womensforum.com/

RECIPES/COOKING
http://busymomsrecipes.com/
http://familyfun.go.com/recipe
http://www.recipesformom.com/
http://recipes.momsbreak.com/

COUPONS/SAVING MONEY
http://www.couponmom.com/
http://www.coupons.com/http://frugalliving.about.com/
http://www.shopathome.com/
http://www.stretcher.com/index.cfm

BUDGETS
http://www.budget5000.com/
http://www.mint.com/
http://planabudget.com/

ORGANIZATION
http://getorganizednow.com/
http://www.help-organize-life.com/
http://organizerightnow.com/

KIDS' PLAY/GAMES
http://www.creativekidsathome.com/
http://funattic.com/
http://gameskidsplay.net/
http://www.kids-fun-and-games.com/

WORKING FROM HOME
http://www.homeworkingmom.com/
http://jobsformoms.com/
http://mommyenterprises.com/
http://showmomthemoney.com/
http://www.wahm.com/
http://wwork.com/

How I Write: Secrets of a Bestselling Author by Janet Evanovich

2009-07-17T09:32:00.000-04:00

How I Write: Secrets of a Bestselling Author by Janet Evanovich

My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This book was awesome! It really got me into the mode of Janet's books but also to jump start my book again that I've already started working on. It was great! I plan on buying the book so I can go back and read the sections to help me out along the way! An awesome read! A must read for anyone that wants to write or thinks they want too.

Janet and Ina really read the book in an awesome way. Janet is fun, alive and bubbly and keeps you wanting more and keeps you engaged in the book at all times!

Heather

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Patterson Books Coming Out!

2009-07-10T08:19:00.000-04:00

The books with the slashes on the dates I found on paperbackswap for new Patterson books coming out.

Jun. 29, 2009:Swimsuit
Jul. 27, 2009:Daniel X Watch the skies
Aug. 24, 2009:Alex Cross's Trial
9/1/2009: Maximum Ride: Max (Maximum Ride: The Protectors)
Sep. 28, 2009:The Murder of King Tut
Nov. 16, 2009:I, Alex Cross
Dec. 14, 2009:Witch & Wizard
10/27/2009: Maximum Ride: The Manga, Vol. 2
3/15/2010: Fang: A Maximum Ride Novel
2/1/2010:Worst Case (Bennett book #3)

The Other Daughter - Gardner

2009-07-02T20:57:00.000-04:00

The Other Daughter by Lisa Gardner

My review

rating: 4 of 5 stars
I finished the Other Daughter by Lisa Gardner, very twisty and turny but a good interesting read. The Perfect Husband was alot better but it was a good read. I got confused about names in the book often other than that it was a great read.

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Where to Draw the Line: How to Set Healthy Boundaries Every Day

2009-06-16T12:28:00.000-04:00

Where to Draw the Line: How to Set Healthy Boundaries Every Day by Anne Katherine

My review

rating: 4 of 5 stars
This book was fantastic. This is my second time reading this. I read it back in 2005 it was good then but better now. :) This book teaches you how to be a better person to yourself mainly and to others in the long run. I think everyone should read this book!

"Each time you set a boundary and dissolve a defense, you pave your way to your own safe country, your own unique territory that is the fulfillment of your life and your mission"

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Reading*for*the*Soul

The Fire by James Patterson

Kill Alex Cross - by James Patterson

Books I will read in 2012

Eat Clean - Just The Rules by Tosca Reno

The Keepsake by Tess Gerritsen

The Joy of Less, A Minimalist Living Guide: How to Declutter, Organize, and Simplify Your Life

The Mephisto Club - Gerritsen

Who Was Amelia Earhart? - Jerome

Simplify - Becker

Simplify Your Life - Marcia Ramsland

It All Began In Monte Carlo by Elizabeth Adler

Kill Me If You Can by James Patterson

Wife for Hire - Evanovich

Fall Into Reading 2011 - Reading List 9/23-12/21

Now You See Her by James Patterson

Love You More - by Lisa Gardner

This World We Live In by Susan Beth Pfeffer

Joy For Beginners by Bauermeister

The Dead and the Gone by Susan Beth Pfeffer

Change Your Thoughts Change Your Life - Dyer

Toys by, James Patterson

Life As We Knew It by, Susan Beth Pfeffer

America by Heart: Reflections on Family, Faith, and Flag by Sarah Palin

Vanish - by Tess Gerritsen

10th Anniversary -Patterson

Cross Fire by, James Patterson

Angel by James Patterson

The Law of Happiness by Henry Cloud

Tick Tock by James Patterson

Breaking Dawn by Stephenie Meyer

The Gift by James Patterson

The TOP Books on my reading list to read first!

Body Double by Tess Gerritsen

See How They Run by James Patterson

Mania by Craig Larsen

The Sinner by Tess Gerritsen

The Perfect Cat-sitter by Ann Whitehead Nagda

Don't Blink - James Patterson

Committed by Elizabeth Gilbert

Postcard Killers by James Patterson

Fall Into Reading 2010 ~*~ 9/22 - 12/20

Daniel X: Demons and Druids by James Patterson

Tarantula Power! by Ann Whitehead Nagda

The Apprentice - Tess Gerritsen

Switch: How to Change Things - By Chip Heath

The Last Surgeon - by Michael Palmer

The Surgeon by Tess Gerritsen

Say Goodbye - Gardner

Private by James Patterson

Eat, Pray, Love - Elizabeth Gilbert

The Neighbor - Lisa Gardner

Dear Whiskers by Ann Whitehead Nagda

Hide - by Lisa Gardner

Dead Witch Walking by Kim Harrison

The Shack- by Young

Gingerbread Girl by Stephen King

The 9th Judgment by James Patterson

Along Came a Spider - Patterson (audio)

Excuses Begone - Dr Dyer

Gone - Lisa Gardner

Beach Road by James Patterson

Fang - A Maximum Ride Novel by, James Patterson

Inside My Heart: Choosing to Live with Passion and Purpose by, Robin McGraw

A Reliable Wife by Robert Goolrick

2010 Springing into Reading ~ March 20 - June 20

Daniel X: Watch the Skies by James Patterson

Don't Look Twice: A Novel by Andrew Gross

8th Confession by James Patterson

Sundays at Tiffany's by James Patterson

Worst Case by James Patterson

Alone by Lisa Gardner

The Valentine Cat by Ann Whitehead Nagda

The Good Guy by Dean Koontz

Thanksgiving by Janet Evanovich

I, Alex Cross by James Patterson

BOOKS I'M GOING TO READ IN 2010!!!!

Witch and Wizard by James Patterson

The Killing Hour by Lisa Gardner

2010 - Books I Plan on Reading First Off!

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