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Eclipse

One page and you're hooked

a fiction reader, avid reader

MAY

15

2008

I am not typically a science-fiction reader, but a neighbor recommended this book to me and I had to give it a shot. I started with Twilight and read all three in the series within a week. I literally couldn't put these books down, I was staying up all night just to read "one more chapter" and find out what was going to happen with Bella, Edward and Jacob. — The books are great, no matter who you are. I'm 31, a stay at home mom, and I thoroughly enjoy Stephenie Meyer's books - who cares if they are meant for teens? They're great for people of all ages. —… read full review »

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TiffAnn87
Fort Worth, TX

Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows

Most amazing book I have ever read!!

a fiction reader, an avid reader

MAY

15

2008

I love the Harry Potter series, and I have to say that this is my favorite one. I am very sad, because of all of the characters that die, but I am so intrigued by the authors insight on Harry and Voldermort. I love how the ending is, and she couldn't have ended the series any better then she did. I couldn't put this book down, and I applaud J.K. Rowling on the best books I have ever read, and I will never forget them, because they helped me through some of the hardest times in my life. I love to get lost in her books time and time again. I have read her books over and over, because I can't… read full review »

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cookie1211
Layton, UT

Love You Forever

LOVE LOVE this book!

a book lover

MAY

15

2008

This is such a sweet book for mothers day! It has a meaning to it that you don't find with most books. My dad bought it for on my first mothers day and I get it out every year and read to my kids. Of all my childrens books this one is definitely my… read full review »

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orcasmb
Ranson, WV

No One Heard Her Scream

Stellar Debut for a new author

an avid reader

MAY

15

2008

Now, I'm going to be 100% straight-forward and start with the fact that I'm not a huge fan of this genre (crime fiction and romance could both be described as my turn-offs) and would probably never have picked the book up if not for a recommendation from a friend. But this was a novel WELL worth the time I spent reading it. The characters are realistic and easy to like, the plot twists and turns are many. I admit to having been blindsided by what was REALLY going on with the disappearance of all those young girls. The big baddie is sinister enough to send chills down your spine… read full review »

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kfrkuhne
Stow, OH

P.S. I Love You (the book)

Thoroughly enjoyed it!

Every day computer user, a fiction reader, a fan of clever plots, married, read for fun, listening to books on tape, an avid reader, a woman

MAY

15

2008

PS, I Love You, by Cecelia Ahern is one of the best books I've read lately. have yet to see the recently released movie, but I doubt it will be able to live up to its counterpart (the book). It was sweet, sad, funny and real. I am a fan of different cultures as well and the hilarity of these Irish characters carries the story to the end. — The familiar sounding title of the book caught my eye in the library one day and once I read the jacket I realized I'd heard of the movie and wanted to see it. I hadn't known it was based on a book... — I'm not sure of when the book was… read full review »

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ummzayb
Commerce, GA

The Crystal City

Crystal City Shops in Washington, D.C

I Love To Travel

MAY

15

2008

Crystal City Shops in Wasington D.C. is an underground mall with over 300 stores. The stores carry everything from clothes to jewelry to art to collectibles and more. Many famous restaurants are also housed in Crystal City like Morgan's Steak house. There are also a few shops which carry tourist souvenirs. Crystal City Mall Shops extend for several blocks underground - so weather is not a factor - and is accessible from the Washington rapid transit system called the "Metro". The only negative side to Crystal City mall is most of the shops close by 7:00 p.m. every… read full review »

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dward1954
Newnan, GA

Mr. Darcy Takes a Wife: Pride and Prejudice Continues

Hold on to your bonnets...this is not your mother's Jane Austen

listening to books on tape, an avid reader, re-reading the classics, into romance novels, hospitable

MAY

14

2008

I was pleasantly surprised at how much I enjoyed this book. It is quite shocking how "hot" this book is. So beware, if you're thinking this is true to the writings of Jane Austen then you will definitely be rattled. But if you go into this thinking that Jane Austen only wrote things she knew of therefore she never wrote about sex then that'll free you up in just enjoying this thoroughly enjoyable book. The writer did stay true to Austen's biting humor and intricate stories of the character we have come to love and hate and also new characters especially the servants… read full review »

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judibooty
Fairfield, CA

Running with Scissors

it is love!

reading non-fiction, a fiction reader, avid reader, an avid reader, re-reading the classics, into romance novels

MAY

14

2008

this is one of my all time favorie reads and i've reread it over 6 times. my friends at my local high school think i'm weird but i tell them to suck it. i love this book. — — well gotta go practice DDR! — later gater, hope the review helped to inspire for new ideas and such — — —… read full review »

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rachel24beth
Freeland, MI

Outlander

Not the best book, didn't finish it.

an avid reader, into romance novels

MAY

14

2008

I bought this book looking for something new to read & I didn't finish the book, it didn't keep my attention. I thought this book would be interesting since when I read the back of the book regarding what it was about it was about things that I like to read about & so I bought it and as you can tell, I didn't even finish it. It is still packed away in my box of books that I have when I moved last year. … read full review »

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kboyce229
Winterset, IA

Love You Forever

Read as a child, still want to cry each time

an avid reader

MAY

14

2008

Had it read to me as a child, read it when I learned to read. Makes me want to cry thinking about it. I will hold my mother in my arms when she is… read full review »

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alexwrestler3
Hightstown, NJ

S. E. Hinton - Hawkes Harbor

differently delightful

chronic book buyer, reading non-fiction, a fiction reader, Every day computer user, a fan of clever plots, avid reader, read for fun, married

MAY

13

2008

I had no idea this book was going to be about a vampire ! I would have never ever read it if I did but I am glad I read it because I am going to read all of her books. I have already ofcourse read The Outsiders. This book was different and I felt like I was left with alot of unanswered questions for the story line and I didn't like the tragic ending for Jamie especially after he had come so far. I don't know if I would say to someone read that book you will love it, it is different. That is how I can sum this book up into one word is "Different" — … read full review »

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krstalln02
Sapulpa, OK

Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban

introduces one of the best characters of the series

a fiction reader

MAY

13

2008

Although PoA is not one of the longest books of the series or even one that has one of the most action packed sequences, it remains one of my favorites because it introduces someone who could arguably be my favorite HP character of all time. Sirius Black. A troubled soul, tormented for years in an Azkaban jail. Ends up spending a year living off rats so he can stay clear of the ministry of magic and stay alive to see Harry again. He was good looking but didn't recognize it from what JKR has told us. And most of all — SPOILER — SPOILER — SPOILER… read full review »

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purplepride0509
Green Bay, WI

Twilight

a great story that really connects the reader

a fiction reader

MAY

13

2008

my little brother's girlfriend recommended this series to me. i love it! i am so excited about the new book in August and the movie in December. even though this is written in the teen section, it is definitely for adults also. it is very engaging and interesting. i love that she combines a practical story with science fiction. it is way more than just a great love story. you will really care about the characters.… read full review »

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hillkat2
Jackson, MI

If Andy Warhol Had a Girlfriend

best book i've ever read!

a fiction reader

MAY

13

2008

i picked up this book after just searching for titles of books with artists in them. i was working at an art gallery when i first read it and i was a "gallery girl" like she cites in the books. it is a great, predictable love story, but a funny twist. if you are interested in light, fun books, this is for you. the author seems to write how my friends and i think. it is also about traveling so it is fun to read about her… read full review »

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hillkat2
Jackson, MI

Twilight

Edward and Bella are this centuries Romeo and Juliet!

chronic book buyer, a fiction reader, a fan of clever plots, avid reader, read for fun, an avid reader

MAY

13

2008

Edward and Bella, this centuries Romeo and Juliet! When I first heard about this book I honestly thought, "Ha, vampires in today's day in age, how silly." After I finished reading it in one afternoon, my thoughts became, OH MY GOSH, when do I get to read the next ones! My mind was completely captivated throughout the entire story. Bella's emotions became my emotions, Edwards worries, became my worries and the fears throughout the entirety of the story line had me crying and on the edge of my seat until I reached the next pages. I would HIGHLY recommend reading this book and… read full review »

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musicalpch
Duluth, GA

Books & Magazine Reviews

Eclipse

Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows

Love You Forever

No One Heard Her Scream

P.S. I Love You (the book)

The Crystal City

Mr. Darcy Takes a Wife: Pride and Prejudice Continues

Running with Scissors

Outlander

Love You Forever

S. E. Hinton - Hawkes Harbor

Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban

Twilight

If Andy Warhol Had a Girlfriend

Twilight

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