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Lonesome Dove 383 reviews
Larry McMurtry
Simon & Schuster, 1985
I don't remember the last book I enjoyed this much
I need the book-equivalent of methadone to wean myself off the the genius that is Lonesome Dove.
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Ella Enchanted1076 reviews
Gail Carson Levine
Listening Library (Audio), 2004
Cinderella Who? by Sara Martinez
Many young girls dream of having a fairy tale life just like the ones that appear in Disney movies such as Cinderella, but what happens when these girls grow into young ladies and expect a little more than your usual fairy tale? In her novel Ella Enchanted, Gail Carson Levine adds a whole new twist to the familiar story of Cinderella. With the use of point of view, characterizations and themes, ...
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Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See?: 40th Anniversary Edition315 reviews
Bill Martin
Henry Holt and Co. BYR Paperbacks, 2008
a must have!
I started reading this book to my son when he was 12 months old and since then he has always loved reading it. The words are flowy and interesting enough to capture his attention. A definate must have in a toddlers bookshelf!
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Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire (Book 4)5174 reviews
J.K. Rowling
Scholastic Press, 2000
Pure Epic-ness!
While I firmly believe that the Prisoner of Azkaban is the true beginning of the series that is now known as the Harry Potter series, this is the novel that truly cements its grandeur. All of the characters begin to grow in this novel and Rowling seems to be truly growing as writer. She seems to have a firm grip on where this novel is going to go and she also seems less intimated about bringing ...
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Seabiscuit: An American Legend635 reviews
Laura Hillenbrand
Ballantine Books, 2002
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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Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban (Unabridged 8 Audio Cassette Set)2601 reviews
J.K. Rowling
BBC Audiobooks, 2000
The series truly begins.
I love Prisoner of Azkaban. I think that this was the novel that really hooked me into the series. I have a hard time writing a literary review of any of the Rowling novels mainly because I do not feel like I'm reading a novel when I read these books, I feel like I'm on vacation. I'm transported into another world and forget to look at the subtext or deeply analyze anything that the writer is ...
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Elder Rage or, Take My Father... Please! How To Survive Caring For Aging Parents275 reviews
Jacqueline Marcell
Impressive Pr, 2000
Thank you for a WONDERFUL book. Both entertaining AND full of valuable information.
I wish to extend a huge thank you to Jacqueline for writing this book! My mother-in-law had been diagnosed with dementia and had progressed to point where we felt it was no longer safe to allow her to continue to live alone. Our problem was that she was fighting us "tooth and nail" at every turn. She did not realize the scope of her problem. She felt she merely could not remember things once ...
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Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone (Book 1 Audio CD)5423 reviews
J. K. Rowling
Listening Library, 1999
Impossible to not enjoy.
I went into this novel with some apprehension considering its massive hype. However, I was pleasantly surprised at how enjoyable it truly was. Sure, there are plenty of people that bash it, and while I will agree that it is not the most "important" novel to come out of the last twenty years, it is truly good fun. I am currently re-reading all of the Harry Potter novels because I never did get ...
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Oh, the Places You'll Go!269 reviews
Dr. Seuss
William A. Thomas Braille Bookstore, 1991
Excellent, Motivational for all ages
This makes a great book. I gave one to a friend who's daughter is going to Kindergarten, I bought one for my little one and sent one to my brother who needed a little pick me up to get back on the right track. Its very motivational and I recommend it to every one of all ages.
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Where the Wild Things Are357 reviews
Maurice Sendak
HarperCollins Publishers, 1984
"And it was still Hot!"
The last line in this great book is "...and it was still hot", and it is!
I first read this book in a Children's Literature class in college (which was taught by our county's wonderful head Children's Librarian); I used it for my picture book presentation. I later over the next few years told it at different events as an "oral tradition" style presentation, which goes to show you how well it is ...
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Click Clack Moo: Cows That Type (Caldecott Honor Book)198 reviews
Doreen Cronin
Simon & Schuster Children's Publishing, 2000
Perfect for Preschoolers
Absolutely for preschoolers. My son loved this book almost as much as I did. Everything about this book was adorable- the silliness, the electric blankets, and the diving board. He and I couldn't stop laughing. The reader (most likely the adult) will love how often the neutral party isn't neutral at all. I'm an animal lover, so this book will always have a soft spot in my heart.
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Fancy Nancy158 reviews
Jane O'Connor
HarperCollins, 2005
Love to Be Fancy
What a wonderful book! Well, I admit, mostly I like looking at the pictures. But even for someone who's completely grown out of pink and purple, I often read this book wishing I could have the self-confidence to dress just like Nancy. I've read things about this book saying that there is no deep message, but I think there are several. I love that Nancy's parents make room for her to be herself ...
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Across The Wide And Lonesome Prairie: The Oregon Trail Diary Of Hattie Campbell, 1847 (Dear America)164 reviews
Kristiana Gregory
Live Oak Media, 2005
Wonderful
I love 'Oregon Trail' stories and this one was no exception. The story is stunningly written, and a careful line is trod between emphasizing the dangers and discomforts of the trail without making the story seem scary or unpleasant to the reader.
My only real gripe about this book (and not even a big enough gripe to drop a star, so take it for the whining that it is) is that the adult ...
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The Monster at the End of this Book (Big Little Golden Book)161 reviews
Jon Stone
Golden Books, 2004
grover is ageless
I read this story, "The Monster at the end of this book" to my daughter 25 yrs. ago, and she loved it. She recently requested I find it, and get it for her little girl. I'm sure she will love it too! The book has thick pages and a glossy finish, better than 25 yrs. ago.
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Neverending Story266 reviews
Michael Ende
Amereon Limited, 1983
Beautiful Edition
Many reviewers have already given a synopsis of this fantastic story of a boy literally drawn into a book he is reading. So, I wanted to comment on this particular edition.
I was hesitant to spend so much money on a book that has been in print for so long and is readily available in cheap paperback copies. However, this is a beautiful hardcover edition. Collectible quality. The dust ...
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Encyclopedia Prehistorica Dinosaurs: The Definitive Pop-Up147 reviews
Candlewick, 2005
Great Book
Bought this book for my 5 year old granddaughter who is really into Dinosaurs. She was thrilled with it.
Since opening it, she wants to look at it every day. It's been 2 weeks now and she is still enjoying it.
At first glance, you may not notice all the "small pockets" on each page which also pop-up to reveal even more 3D pictures.
Overall, a great purchase and I would highly recommend ...
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Good Night, Gorilla164 reviews
Peggy Rathmann
Putnam Juvenile, 1994
Perfect Book for Bedtime
Goodnight Gorilla is a perfect bedtime book or for those young children just learning to read. The book has colorful illustrations and repetitive phrases that make it easy for young ones to understand and follow along.
Goodnight Gorilla follows a zoo keeper as he says goodnight to all the animals. The gorilla swipes his keys and lets all the animals out, which of course, follow the zoo keeper ...
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The Little Prince191 reviews
Antoine de Saint-Exupery
Harcourt, 1993
Little Prince speaks to the child in me
I was an adult when i read this book, and i really appreciated the lessons in life that Saint-Exupery shares through the Little Prince.
A great book, full of beautiful illustrations, easy to read, while fun and sad at the same time.
I personally read it as if Exupery is sharing with us the conversations he has with his own inner child, in the image of the Little Prince. That is why the ...
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Dog Heaven161 reviews
Cynthia Rylant
Blue Sky Press, 1995
Dog Heaven
Dog Heaven
We have sent this book to several friends who have lost their much loved pets over the years. It seem to let them know someone else cares for thier loss and the book does this in a very up lifting way.
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You Are Special170 reviews
Max Lucado
Scholastic, 1997
Touching story, not just for children.
Max Lucado has an touched a nerve with his delightful stories. This book reaches the heart of all of us.
We all want to know our worth. This beautifully written and illustrated story reminds us that we are all of infinite worth, in the eyes of our creator.
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