Oolong Dead, book review

Oolong Dead
by Laura Childs

RELEASED!!

In Oolong Dead, Laura Childs quickly entertains you with the mixture of murder and mayhem. When Theodosia is literally thrown from her horse and lands near a dead body she is brought to the quick realization that it is the body of her ex's sister. Will Theodosia be prime suspect after a heated argument with the victim, or will she become the hunted, next in line for murder? As the author takes you on a day to day journey in the life of Theodosia you go from sipping tea in her shop to chasing clues. The watchful eye of the murderer never strays far from Theodsia, but how far will she be allowed to go before she too is left for dead?

I thoroughly enjoyed Oolong Dead, it's been some time since I've read a mystery, now I'm hooked on Laura Childs and will definitely read her other books. This wasn't just a mystery, the book brought you into Theodosia's life and you lived each day of her life as if you were by her side, very entertaining and a pleasant read compared to some of the more gruesome mysteries I've read! I definitely recommend this book.

The Physick Book of Deliverance Dane, book review

The Physick Book of Deliverance Dane
by Katherine Howe

Release Date: June 9, 2009

Katherine Howe writes an incredible novel, The Physick Book of Deliverance Dane. The author quickly takes you on a journey back in time as Doctorate Student Connie finds herself in the old worn out home of her late grandmother. Stumbling upon bottles of unknown ingrediants, strange dreams and a quest to impress Professor Chilton Connie learns of two relatives involved in the Salem Witch Trials. Connie's quest to learn to truth brings her on a journey that not only reveals the past but learns about herself as well.

If you have any interest what so ever about the unknow, the Salem Witch trials or just a simple curiosity about these events, this is the book to read, greatly written and an enjoyable read. This book makes you think, what was a witch really, and how closely to the doctors of our time resemble those who were accused?

Hot House Flower and the 9 Plants of Desire, book review

Hot House Flower and the 9 Plants of Desire,
by Margot Berwin

Release Date: June 16, 2009


Tropical plants, desire, adventure and greed take you on a fast-paced journey in Margot Berwin's book, Hot House Flower and the 9 Plants of Desire. This book is exceptionally written. Divorced, and somewhat lonely Lila happens upon a Bird of Paradise plant at a street market in New York City, unbeknown to her, this is the beginning of a great change in her life. As Lila's plant thrives so does her desire to fill her home with tropical plants, bringing her on an adventure that leads to betrayal and desire. As we learn about the 9 plants of desire, we learn something of ourselves, this book greatly reflects our basic needs and what drives us to obtain them. Will Lila succeed in making up for her betrayal, will she emerge from the jungle alive, and what will she learn from the experience of desire? Once you pick up this book you will not be able to put it down until you have completed the journey with Lila.

WOW..great book, I read this in a couple of hours and will read it again, wonderful story line and plot, would love to see more from this author and I highly recommend it, intersting enough for even those who do not love plants!

Heart Break Pill Book Review

Anjanette Delgado reaches any woman who has ever been in love and had her heart broken in her book, The Heartbreak Pill. Erika Luna is happily married, or so she thinks, until her husband leaves her for another woman. Erika goes through the usual agonies of a broken marriage, but she puts her feelings to work. While creating The Heartbreak Pill she has tantrums, bouts of love, confusion and many funny moments which delve into our deepest human emotions. While developing her pill she not only learns about herself but comes to terms with her lost marriage in this most unusual book about love and heartbreak.

I recommend this book, it was a nice new twist on love and break-up. Not your normal loves go bad kind of book but one that will make you think about the heart. How many times does one laugh over heartbreak? Anjanette Delgado supplies the laughter as well as the imagination!

After Hours at the Almost Home Book Review

After Hours at the Almost Home, by Tara Yellen

After Hours at the Almost Home, by Tara Yellen is a book that makes you think, is home your house or where you spend most of your time? This book is a whirlwind of characters, thoughts and feelings. As you spend a night working in the bar, Almost Home, you learn about each character. JJ, a new employee gives us the opportunity to see each character from the eyes of an outsider while we learn more intimate details from those who have worked together longer. This book makes you wonder, do these people not want to go home, do they feel more comfortable at work? One begins to feel as though work is home. Will Colleen learn to be a better parent, will Lena stop irritating everyone, what about Marna, where did she disappear to? As you read these characters almost find themselves, but yet tend to leave you hanging.

This was an interesting book, the scene was very limited, but the characters were quite vibrant. I would recommend this book because of the insight you can receive by just reading and thinking about the characters in the story. As yourself the question: what is home? By reading this book, you may have a better answer to the question, it will at least make you think, and appreciate.

Gnome

Here's the little gnome I knitted, it's a great way to use up those partial skeins of yarn!

Review: Roast Beef's Promise

When Roastbeef's dad passes away Roastbeef fulfills his dying wish...to have his ashes scattered over 48 states. From stabbing a man with a toothpick, to stolen cars and many other wild adventures Roastbeef takes you on quite a journey. This is one road trip that will surprise you at every turn as Roastbeef puts his dad's ashes in unbelievable places.
This was a good read, not as funny as I had been lead to believe, but I did get a few laughs and read the book in less than a day. I would recommend this book, it is lighthearted, but yet, something we can all relate to.