Tuesday, June 30, 2015

Down the Rabbit Hole: the Curious Adventures and Cautionary Tales of a Former Playboy Bunny

Title: Down the Rabbit Hole: the Curious Adventures and Cautionary Tales of a Former Playboy Bunny
Author: Holly Madison

Holly Madison discusses her beginnings in Playboy and her experience living in the mansion. She regrets her decisions and said it was a tumultuous lifestyle and was surrounded by unsavory individuals and situations. Fans of the reality show Girls Next Door would like this book, as well as those who are just plain curious. After reading this I would also recommend Bunny Tales by Izabella St. James, as it is very similar with more details.

Non-Fiction; rated 3.5 out of 5
Reviewed by Grumpy Cat

Plum Island

Title: Plum Island
Author: Nelson DeMille

If you are looking for a fast-paced thriller with a funny main character Plum Island is for you. John Corey, an NYPD detective helps solve a double murder of his two friends that happen to work on the mysterious Plum Island. Bonus: References about Long Island are scattered throughout the book!

Fiction; rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed by Grumpy Cat

Have a Little Faith: a True Story

Title: Have a Little Faith: a True Story
Author: Mitch Albom

Reb, Mitch's rabbi, asks him if he will give his eulogy when the time comes. Mitch has eight years to get to know his rabbi better. After having many discussions about life, death, faith . . ., Mitch is ready to write an amazing eulogy for his friend/rabbi.

Non-Fiction; rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed by Pat

Glimpses of Heaven: True Stories of Hope and Peace at the End of Life's Journey

Title: Glimpses of Heaven: True Stories of Hope and Peace at the End of Life's Journey.
Author: Trudy Harris RN

These were true stories written by a hospice nurse about end-of-life experiences; about how people die peacefully. Stories were comforting to read and helped the reader understand the wonderful work of hospice nurses.

Non-Fiction; rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed by Pat

Dancing with Myself

Title: Dancing with Myself
Author: Billy Idol

I liked the book but there was a lot of nudity and sex. It was a lot about his life story.

Non-Fiction; rated 2 out of 5
Reviewed by Anonymous

Monday, June 29, 2015

Suspicion

Title: Suspicion
Author: Alexandra Monir

This book is a nice blend of mystery, supernatural, and romance. It kept me hooked until the very end.

Fiction; rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed by Rachel

Life is Short (No Pun Intended): Love, Laughter, and Learning to Enjoy Every Moment

Title: Life is Short (No Pun Intended): Love, Laughter, and Learning to Enjoy Every Moment
Author: Jennifer Arnold

     A very uplifting account of the stars of the TLC reality show "The Little Couple". Afflicted with dwarfism, they have encountered many obstacles in their lives, but have managed to be successful people with a wonderful marriage. As shown in episodes of their reality show, they not only have overcome career and other serious medical issues, but they have adopted two lovely children internationally, have a successful TV reality series, both have professional careers and have written this illuminating story of how they met, fell in love and achieved success.

Non-fiction; rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed by Eileen Feynman

Thursday, June 25, 2015

Distant Shores

Title: Distant Shores
Author: Kristin Hannah

This book explores the relationship between a husband and wife who are at a severe crossroad in their long marriage. We watch the wife finally put herself and her wishes first after a lifetime of following her husband's dreams. The dynamics are very interesting. This is a story that most long-time married women can probably relate to on some level. You will follow the wife on her journey of self-discovery to see if the marriage is ultimately able to be saved. It's a good read.

Fiction; rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed by Donna S.

Magic Hour

Title: Magic Hour
Author: Kristin Hannah

This book is the story of a lost girl living in the woods, who is found and discovered to be strange, by a whole town in Washington state. It is also the story of a disgraced child psychiatrist who comes home to Washington after a tragic event in California ruins her career. This is a heartwarming story of the doctor and this wild child and the bond they form as the doctor tries to reach her, and bring her back from whatever horrors this little girl lived with. I loved this story and didn't want it to end. It will pull at your heartstrings.

Fiction; rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed by Donna S.

Dolly Parton

Title: Dolly Parton

A good book. All about her life, when she was young and now when she is getting older. It was nice.

Non-fiction; rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed by G. Wood

14th Deadly Sin

Title: 14th Deadly Sin
Author: James Patterson

Latest in the Women's Murder Club series. Women are being murdered in broad daylight. As the case progresses, it becomes clear that the cops are involved. The book has the usual twists and turns and suspense. What I like most about this series of James Patterson's books is that aside from the mystery, it continues with the personal life of the four women in the Women's Murder Club as the series of books goes along.

Fiction; rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed by Anonymous