The Book of Paul
How did the main character change during the novel? Martin changes because he stops allowing Paul to control him. Have you had a life changing revelation from reading this text? Only life changing experience I had was, I missed supper a few times. Just could not stop reading
Who was your favorite character? Rose - She was funny and quirky. Didn't care what people thought of her.
Disclosure: I received a review copy of this book from the author.
Barbed-Wire Butterflies
At the end of the book, do you feel hope for the characters? I do feel hope for all the girls and for Eddie.What are your concerns about this book? No concerns about this book at all.
What is stronger in the book: plot or character development? Why? Do you think this was intentional on the part of the author? Character development is the strongest, but plot is also very good.
Disclosure: I received a review copy of this book from the author.
Be Good
Is the plot well-developed? Everything about the story is believable. I can name several women from my college class who are similar to Anna.Which characters do you particularly admire or dislike? I like Winter, I believe she would be a great friend to Anna. If Anna allowed herself to be open to more than just appearances.
What is the time period in which the book happens? Well there is talk about Facebook, cellphones, computers, airplanes, modern times. As my daughter would say anything that has Facebook in it means it is current times.
Disclosure: I received a review copy of this book from the author.
Characters In Search of a Novel
Did you find this book a quick read? Very quick read. Just enough information on each character to peak interest and allow us to imagine them in a story.Did you like the way the story ended? Enjoyed the ending, but was really not looking forward to the end. I like reading about the characters.
What lesson did you learn from the story? Never take things more serious in life than they really are. Laugh more, love more and just enjoy life.
Disclosure: I received a review copy of this book from the author.
Refuge
Compare two of the characters in this book. Tariq - Noor's brother. In the Prince's army. Murderer. Aamir - Noor's father. Very well read. He was a man of vision. He was loving and compassionate.Consider the main character: what does he or she believe in? He believes in freedom. He fights to help people. He fought to save Wali. He fought to try and save Noor
Did this book remind you of anything that has happened to you? I've never been to a place like this, nor do I ever intend to go.
Disclosure: I received a review copy of this book from the author.
Our Little Secrets: 1 (Montana Romance)
What major emotion did the story evoke in you as a reader? Laughter at some of the crazy ideas by the characters.Name your favorite thing overall about the book. Your least favorite? The forward thinking female characters.
Did you like the way the book ended? Loved the ending, readers see how Farmer wrapped everything up nicely. Looking forward to reading additional books by this author.
Disclosure: I received a review copy of this book from the author.
Cruxim: You Are Never Alone (Paranormal Fallen Angels) (Volume 1)
Would you recommend this book? I would definitely recommend this book to all ages. It's nice to get away from the stress and strain of our world for a while. This book takes you on a adventure with fun and exciting characters.From whose point of view is the story told? The story is told from Adedeo's point of view.
What have you read that is similar to this book? Many vamp books, but this had many interesting twists to it.
What major emotion did the story evoke in you as a reader? It was a sad story, but also inspiring.
Disclosure: I received a review copy of this book from the author.
Blown Circuit: Explosive Spy Action for Mystery Thriller Fans (#2)
Did the book description relate to the story? The description was accurate and I definitely wanted to read this book after reading the first book in the series, Lethal Circuit. .Formatting / Appearance. There were no issues at all.
Which secondary character resonated most with you and why? His father was very important because he left clues for Mike to find.
Disclosure: I received a review copy of this book from the author.
Lessons from the Lemonade Stand: A Common Sense Primer on Investing
Is the plot well-developed? Is it believable? The author helped to explain how investing is risky. Everything is real and accurate. Make a list of facts you learned from the story. Investing is risky, nothing is ever a sure thing, do research before investing, expect to gain but prepare for loss.
Who in this book would you most like to meet? Not actually a character, but would love to meet the author or attend some of his classes. Might just understand investing more.
Disclosure: I received a review copy of this book from the author.
Greedy for Life: A Memoir on Aging with Gratitude
Content (overall theme, idea and setting) –It was all very warm and homey. Cozy, loving. Talking about where the grandparents came from.
Did you find that the cover and title represented what the story was really about? How so or how not?
Loved the idea, the story. This is definitely a book I will share with my family members.
Cover –
The cover was golden, just as the grandmother was. Classy and full of depth.
Disclosure: I received a review copy of this book from the author.
Diary of a Beverly Hills Matchmaker
How does the setting figure into the book? The office was one of the main settings and although one would expect the work environment to be dull, this office was anything but dull. Why would you recommend or not recommend this book? I would really recommend this book for a good laugh and incite to the rich dating scene
Favourite location / setting … When they traveled to the wedding.
Disclosure: I received a review copy of this book from the author.
January Exposure
What did you like most about the book? The fast page drama with tons of gritty variables.What did you like least? Rick, but every amazing book needs a villain
Was location important to the story? For this story yes. Do not thing it would have been as interesting at any other location.
Would you recommend this book? I would recommend this book to anyone. Was interesting full of life. Has all the making of a fantastic book and or movie.
Disclosure: I received a review copy of this book from the author.
Jack Templar Monster Hunter: The Templar Chronicles: Book One
What are some of the book's themes? Jack's bloodline made him destine to be a monster hunter . Everything was centered around Jack's 14th birthday. The book was filled with adventurous monster scenes.Did the book end the way you expected? The ending, like every part of the book was remarkable.
What I liked about the whole book. Liked the idea of vampires & werewolves.
Disclosure: I received a review copy of this book from the author.
Sex and Death in the American Novel
Share a favorite scene from the book. My favorite scene is when Jasper & Vivi were on the bridge support beam. I felt like I was with them. This picture was so clear in my mind.What did you like most about the book? Enjoyed how the author put in the classical literature references. This was a well-written that was also edited with great detail. There were no abrupt jerks or bumps in the story.
What did you like least? Did not enjoy some of profanity. However, I felt it was needed for this story.
Disclosure: I received a review copy of this book from the author.
What do you think the author was trying to accomplish with this novel? He's trying to educate people on what can happen if you step over the line.What would the main character be likely to do if s/he visited? He would talk about criminals and what happens to them.
If you could rewrite the ending, would you? Absolutely not. It was remarkable and very memorable.
Did you find that the cover and title represented what the story was really about? The cover and title fit. The entire story was based on the Sunset Point project.
Disclosure: I received a review copy of this book from the author.
Sleeper's Run
What lesson did you learn from the story? A lot of things are kept from the citizens of every country.Consider the main character: what does he or she believe in? He believes in justice and survival. He fights to prove his innocenence.
What did you like most about the book? The idea was interesting. I like that some of the CIA's dirty work was exposed. Liked the book talking about post traumatic stress syndrome.
Disclosure: I received a review copy of this book from the author.