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526 reviews
Chinua Achebe

Anchor, 1994

A classic, with good reason
This is an extraordinary book in its ability to narrate both a story of cultural dissonance and an overarching tale about the human condition. Achebe's novel broaches the subject of morality, but demonstrates that even the concept of "evil" is subject to a cultural interpretive context. Okonkwo, the book's tragic hero, is an emblem of tradition, but also represents how tradition can be ...

Blue Smoke and Murder

11 reviews
Elizabeth Lowell

William Morrow, 2008

Another great Lowell experience
I found Blue Smoke and Murder, by Elizabeth Lowell remarkable. Elizabeth Lowell is a New York Times bestseller of such titles: Innocent as Sin, Forget Me Not, Amber Beach, The Wrong Hostage, Midnight in Ruby Bayou, A Woman Without Lies, and Only Love. She resides in Arizona with her husband, with whom she writes mystery novels under a pseudonym. When Jill Breck saved the life of Lane Faroe she ...

Blue Like Jazz: Nonreligious Thoughts on Christian Spirituality

438 reviews
Donald Miller

Thomas Nelson, 2003

Short and Sweet
Wonderful explanation of what people mean when they say 'cookie cutter Christians' although, the author never uses this term. I found the first chapter difficult to read, kind of rambly, but very intriging. The book is about his journey to find his place in religion his true, unique way, not the way that others told him to be, but the way he wanted. Not to say that he invented his own way ...

The Pillars of the Earth (Deluxe Edition) (Oprah's Book Club)

1176 reviews
Ken Follett

NAL Trade, 2007

Great read...
I don't usually go for period pieces but these two books by Follett are great, holding my rapt attention over the years, and ages...

Blood Brothers (Sign of Seven Trilogy, Book 1)

111 reviews
Nora Roberts

Jove, 2007

Intriguing approach to 'horror'
Other books would focus on the details of the demon's attacks on the town, the 'infection' and madness, suicides, assaults, murders. Instead, while these come up now and then, they aren't the focus of the book. Blood Brothers is as much a mystery as it is a horror novel. You could say that this series was written for those of us who chuckle every time we read one of those 'lessons learned from ...

Women & Money: Owning the Power to Control Your Destiny

255 reviews
Suze Orman

Spiegel & Grau, 2007

Great Book
I am a young-ish, successful sales-woman, looking to further my knowledge about general finances and investing. This book is great, as it is easy to read and very informative. Suzie does a great job of speaking to all different types of women: stay at home moms, those heavily in debt, and those who are looking to grow their money in the future. Most importantly, she ties these need-to-know ...

The Blue Zones: Lessons for Living Longer From the People Who've Lived the Longest

21 reviews
Dan Buettner

National Geographic, 2008

the Blue Zones
I am Vegetarian (age 75), as is one of my daughters (age 48), and the other (age 45) is Vegan. We firmly believe our life style supports our good health and sense of well-being. We are all three busy professionals and active ameteur athletes. "The Blue Zones" is not only supportive of a primarily-plant diet and consistent exercise, but it is a good read, accurate without being too technical. I ...

Jim Cramer's Real Money: Sane Investing in an Insane World

264 reviews
James J. Cramer

Simon & Schuster, 2005

Great Listening. A must for amateurs like me
Very easy to understand book. The author knows the audience very well and the strong and weak points about them. He has tried honestly hard to make sure the amateur stock investors learn the tricks of the game and equip themselves with knowledge they need before venturing into a brutal game of stock investment.

Eat, Pray, Love: One Woman's Search for Everything Across Italy, India and Indonesia

1500 reviews
Elizabeth Gilbert

Penguin (Non-Classics), 2007

Delightful, insightful spiritual journey
I thoroughly enjoyed this book. It was sad, funny, very spiritual, searching, and deeply honest. One woman's couragous journey to find her authentic self. I have given the audio version of this book (on CDs) as gifts to my friends who had not read it. The verdict has been unanimous - excellent read!! By the way, we are all spiritually minded - perhaps that is why we loved it so much. This ...

Blue Ocean Strategy: How to Create Uncontested Market Space and Make Competition Irrelevant

163 reviews
W. Chan Kim, Renée Mauborgne

Harvard Business School Press, 2005

Blue Ocean is a must Read
Good Book and a must read for anyone starting a Business or a new venture.

Knuffle Bunny: A Cautionary Tale (Bccb Blue Ribbon Picture Book Awards (Awards))

136 reviews

Hyperion, 2004

I love Mo Willems!
My only complaint about this book is, I wish it were longer! I just adore anything Mo Willems writes, particularly the "Pigeon" books. The combination of cartoon art and actual photographs made the book visually wonderful. A great gift, along with its sequel!

Raving Fans: A Revolutionary Approach To Customer Service

120 reviews
Ken Blanchard, Sheldon Bowles

William Morrow, 1993

Fun to read. Makes great points.
Having satisfied customers is no longer enough. "If you really want a booming busines, you have to create Raving Fans", is what the new Manager hears in this book. "Is your customer service slogan "NO WORSE THAN THE COMPETITION?" This book is written in the parable style of the One Minute Manager. It is a very enjoyable and quick read. If you are paying attention, there are regular, ...

Island of the Blue Dolphins

601 reviews
Scott O'Dell

Yearling, 1987

A Warm Novel
I read Island of The Blue Dolphins sometime before Christmas this year. It was a pleasure to read--it was simple, brief, and the characters were fresh and realistic. O' Dell used very descriptive writing, nevertheless, it did not go to where it is tedious to read because of the overload of words. If you do not like novels without much action besides attacks with sea critters I would not ...

Blue Planet in Green Shackles

11 reviews
Vaclav Klaus

Competitive Enterprise Institute, 2007

A breath of fresh air...
I saw President Klaus on TV talking about his book and I knew I wanted to read it. Not only was it about something I was very interested in, but it was short and that was very appealing. Also, President Klaus was very charming, down-to-earth, had a great sense of humor and was not full of himself as so many people in important positions are. I am just an average guy with average intelligence, but ...

Your Baby's First Year (Second Edition)

32 reviews
American Academy Of Pediatrics

Bantam, 2004

So glad I have this book
It is very in depth, provides great, easy-to-process information and pretty much has answered any questions I've had so far. It written informatively but not preachy and gives you what you want to know without giving too much or too little info. I think this should be a staple purchase for any new parent.

Something Blue

228 reviews
Emily Giffin

St. Martin's Griffin, 2006

Again, Phenominal
This was the second book I read by Emily Giffin; it is the sequel to "Something Borrowed." When the book began it was from Darcy's perspective, which at first was offputting since she is initially an unlikable character. However - this book turns into an incredible story. Darcy does a 180' and we are rooting for her by the end. Ms. Giffin is an amazingly gifted writer. I was totally absorbed ...

Horton Hears A Who!

86 reviews
Dr. Seuss

Random House Books for Young Readers, 1954

A TRUE CLASSIC!
20the Century Fox has just released a big-screen version of the Dr. Seuss classic Horton Hears a Who, but did you know the story actually made its debut on the small screen nearly 40 years ago? In 1970 the story came to TV in a half-hour animated special produced by legendary Warner Bros. director, Chuck Jones. Responsible for some of the best Bug Bunny cartoons ever produced, Jones was no ...

How to Raise a Puppy You Can Live With

52 reviews
Clarice Rutherford, David H. Neil

Alpine Blue Ribbon Books, 2005

Best of Its Kind
This is the best book I've found on raising a puppy. Especially helpful is the week by week detailed description of what a new owner may expect developmentally from the puppy, and what the puppy needs for each stage of growing. I've given this book to every new puppy parent I've known!

Truman

272 reviews
David McCullough

Simon & Schuster, 1993

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.

One Fish Two Fish Red Fish Blue Fish (I Can Read It All by Myself)

125 reviews
Dr. Seuss, Theodor Seuss Geisel

Random House Books for Young Readers, 1960

The first book I bought for my god daughter.
Dr. Seuss is the best way to get your child to see that reading is fun. With the Dr.s lyrical sing song rhymes and strange creatures,bright colors. Salem loves this book,she loves to show how bright she is,she wants to count,to do her alphabet,at this age (She is 22 Mo) this is playing, and the Dr. keeps children entertained, reading the same timeless books that you knew as a child.

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