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The Revolution: A Manifesto 491 reviews
Ron Paul
Grand Central Publishing, 2008
A necessary read for any American citizen.
Read this book, not because you are a big Ron Paul fan, but because he takes a pleasantly literary approach to reminding you of all the things that Americans have either forgotten, never known, or are willfully ignoring. However, the points he makes echo the "Ask not..." words of RFK. As a citizen, it is your responsibility to read this book.
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Lonesome Dove375 reviews
Larry McMurtry
Pocket, 1988
Great Story
Get past the first 50 pages and it will pull you kicking and screaming to the very end, where, when you close the book, you'll feel the loss of a good friend.
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Truman272 reviews
David McCullough
Simon & Schuster, 1992
Amazing biography
This is one of those rare biographies which pulls you in from the beginning and never lets go. It is an excellent look at one of the truly under-appreciated presidents. Truman was an amazing man and an incredible public servant. The sense of history that this biography brings makes it a must-read for anyone interested in American history and/or American politics.
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harry potter and the prisoner of azkaban (first american edition 19992598 reviews
J.K. Rowling
arthur a. levine books, 1999
PCE Student Review
My Favorite book is Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban by J.K. Rowling. This book is funny. My favorite characters are Harry Potter and Ron Weasly. Harry's funny and adventurous. He's fun and likes to try new things and has lots of courage. Ron is funny also, and likes to do almost what Harry does. Ron and Harry make the Harry Potter series joyful.
The author's writing style is joyful ...
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Three Cups of Tea: One Man's Mission to Fight Terrorism and Build Nations One School at a Time1009 reviews
Tantor Media, 2006
The most powerful book I have ever read...
Many of us have felt hopeless, scared and frustrated since 9/11. We see anger building, more disaster looming and see little hope through governmental leadership. This incredible story, about a man who against all odds builds a school for a Pakistani village that nursed him through a near-death experience, provides a solution, at least the beginning of a solution, to the spiral of hatred and ...
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Redeeming Love517 reviews
Francine Rivers
Multnomah Books, 2007
Great book
I don't normally like romance novels, but this one isn't so goopy and predictable (it is, but it isn't). Great story line. Great role model for men, and helps women to see what a truly strong man is!
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Friends and Lovers271 reviews
Eric Jerome Dickey
Dutton Adult, 1997
AAMBC Reviews
If you ever want to get to know a true artist, why not embrace a writer like Dickey. The characters in this book are so relatable that it is almost like your inside the book. There is a play on this book as well same tittle and I strongly suggest you read this book. You can't say your a true book reader without obtaining this novel.
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Waiting in Vain446 reviews
Colin Channer
One World/Ballantine, 1998
An Amazing Literary Journey That Took My Breath Away
Colin Channer to me is like a modern day Picasso with a pen. His dialogue is compelling, soul-stirring and purposeful and his characters are engaging. You can almost close your eyes and imagine yourself seeing the story unfold as if you were a fly on the wall at a gallery in New York, a beach house in Jamaica, or the Streets of London. This is the mark of a truly great storyteller.
Our main ...
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Seabiscuit: An American Legend628 reviews
Laura Hillenbrand
Random House Audio, 2001
If you have not read this book, buy it today!!
Seabiscuit is a great story, book, and movie. If you have not read it, buy it today and start reading. You will not be disappointed.
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James Cameron's Titanic314 reviews
James Cameron, Ed Marsh, ...
Harper Paperbacks, 1997
TITANIC REDEUX
The scope of this majestic book truly befits the epic effort by James Cameron with his cinematic masterpiece "Titanic". Much great information here for the movie buff who likes to see how it is done. Incredible sets including the dining salon, complete even to dishes and decor. I was amazed to see how this particular set was pulled underwater by hydraulics to provide a very realistic feeling of ...
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The Looming Tower: Al-qaeda and the Road to 9/11 272 reviews
Lawrence Wright
Thorndike Press, 2007
Awesome
I wanted to respond to the reviewer who said the Bin Laden of the book wouldn't have denied the 9/11 bombings right after they happened. Remember, he does say in the book that Bin Laden denied the bombings of the East African embassies right after they happened. So I don't think the argument that Wright carefully omitted facts to make Bin Laden into a stock movie villain holds much water. In ...
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Paradise236 reviews
Judith McNaught
Atria, 1991
such an enjoyable read!
You will love this book. It is such an enjoyable read - as are all of McNaughts other reads.
I am looking forward to my re-read already!
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Tryin' to Sleep in the Bed You Made221 reviews
Donna Grant, Virginia DeBerry
St. Martin's Griffin, 2008
Loved it!!
I thoroughly enjoyed this book. If you are looking for an entertaining, suspenseful, drama, this is a book for you. It was a page turner, sometimes hard to put down. Donna and Virginia, keep up the great work, and keep these type of novels coming.
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Katherine241 reviews
Anya Seton
Chicago Review Press, 2004
A gem that will always sit upon my shelf
I read this book not knowing what lay ahead. All I knew that Katherine had been John of Gaunt's long time mistress who bore him four children. But from the first sentence I was hooked. I was taken back to a time that I have so longed to explore-the 1300's and the Plantagenet rule.
As I read, I saw Katherine and her world so clear that it was if I could have been there myself. I felt glad when ...
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The Care & Keeping of You: The Body Book for Girls (American Girl Library)251 reviews
Valorie Schaefer
American Girl, 1998
Very informative, answers all the questions a girl could have!
I reviewed this book quickly then gave it to my 9 year old daughter. She had it read within an hour. We sat and discussed it and it seemed to answer all of her questions. It made her feel more comfortable about the changes that her body would be going through. Sometimes your kids have questions and you arent quite sure how to answer them, this book definitely steers you in the right direction. I ...
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The Complete Far Side 1980-1994 (2 vol set)218 reviews
Gary Larson, Steve Martin
Andrews McMeel Publishing, 2003
excellent
Prompt delivery, perfect condition, excellent product. I've waited a long time to get me hands on this gift for my wife. She's a Far Side nut!
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Boy's Life256 reviews
Robert R. McCammon
Pocket Books, 1991
My all-time favorite
Whenever I have occasion to recommend for another serious reader a good book, Boy's Life is the first title to spring from my lips, almost without my knowing I've said it. Even though there's a thirty-year gulf between protagonist Cory's childhood and my own, I recognize every word of it. I remember so well the apple-flavored days of summer, the adventures both real and imagined, the off-beat ...
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The Prophet252 reviews
Kahlil Gibran
Penguin USA (P), 1999
A pedestal on life
I picked up this book later in life after many family hardships befell me. Rather than looking to religion or self help books an honest and humble friend read versus from this book to me. Having loved poetry and free verse most of my life I was struck with vivid beauty in the simplicity of the words that graced my ears that night. Kahlil Gibran in his day was renowned for his prose and how he ...
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The Best Recipe205 reviews
Editors of Cook's Illustrated Magazine
Boston Common Press, 1999
Truly the best recipe!
This cookbook is one of my most ragged cookbooks. It is the one I look for when I want to fix something special or homey. The stew recipe is absolutely the best!
Elaine Littau
Author of "Nan's Journey"
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Lover Awakened (Black Dagger Brotherhood, Book 3)214 reviews
J.R. Ward
Signet, 2006
Best of the series
I wasn't really looking forward to reading Zsadist's story because he was such a hard character to like, but wow! This book blew me away. I've read it twice already and it was even better the second time.
The only negative thing I have to say about the BDB series is that it makes all others pale in comparison and finding other paranormal romances as good as these has proved impossible. ...
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