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H.M.S. Surprise (Aubrey Maturin Series) 48 reviews
Patrick O'Brian
W. W. Norton & Company, 1991
Third Entry in Phenomenal Series
H.M.S. Surprise by Patrick O'Brian, is the 3rd installment in the 21st book in the phenomenal Aubrey/Maturin series. This book featured the Indian subcontinent, as well as several poignant moments featuring Stephen Maturin. I do think that the series really establishes Stephen as the sould of the series in this novel. There is a fair amount of the espionage portion of Maturin's service in this ...
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Curious George and the Birthday Surprise (Curious George) 8 reviews
H.A. and Margret Rey
Houghton Mifflin, 2003
A fun story, perfect for reading at birthday parties!
The Curious George series of books is a wonderful addition to any youngster's library as the stories are brief, beautifully illustrated in vibrant colors, and the plot is simple and easy for young ones to understand. In this book, Curious George gets all excited over a birthday party, and wonders who its for? There are many fun parts as in when George decides to help frost the cake, and what he ...
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The Berenstain Bears and the Papa's Day Surprise (First Time Books(R))
Stan Berenstain, Jan Berenstain
Random House Books for Young Readers, 2003
“Father’s Day is nothing but a greeting card holiday,” is what Papa says. If that’s the way Papa feels, then his family just won’t celebrate this year. But, as the big day rolls around, and there’s no card, no gift, and no breakfast in bed, Papa’s spirits sink lower and lower. That’s when the cubs spring on him their wonderful Papa’s Day surprise!
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Freedomnomics: Why the Free Market Works and Other Half-Baked Theories Don't93 reviews
John R. Lott Jr.
Regnery Publishing, Inc., 2007
Informative
One thing I like about Prof. Lott is that he does not try and be funny. I've read other books by economists and they try to be cute or witty or funny, but jokes usually fall flat.
Prof. Lott sticks to the facts and draws conclusions, and I appreciate that.
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I Will Surprise My Friend! (Elephant and Piggie)
Hyperion, 2008
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Surprise Endings/Island Dreamer/A Heart Full of Hope (The Christy Miller Series 4-6) (Christy Miller ...3 reviews
Robin Jones Gunn
Multnomah Publishers, 2006
Don't you want a Todd?
I love when Todd kissed Christy! It's so sweet! You want them together so so so much! I've read this one twice, and I love the Island Dreamer. Her relationship with the Lord grows. Sometimes I just want to scream at Paula from trying to steal Todd, though.
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Surprises According to Humphrey 1 review
Betty G. Birney
Putnam Juvenile, 2008
Excellent series
These books are just wonderful. A must have for any child that has, or wishes for a hamster... or any animal lover for that matter. A teacher let my son borrow the first in this series and that was it. We have them all. They are so cleverly written and subtly expand on a variety of situations and emotions that kids experience each day. Thanks Betty G. Birney! We love your writing style.
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Grave Surprise (Harper Connelly Mysteries, Book 2)64 reviews
Charlaine Harris
Berkley, 2007
An excellent mystery series!
I love to read mysteries but was quite skeptical when I saw the cover, title, and summary of this book since I'm not into anything supernatural, but I read an excerpt and was instantly drawn in and absolutely loved it. I passed it on to my mother-in-law and got her hooked too. After reading the books in this series I was so hooked on Charlaine Harris' writing that I read almost every single one ...
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A Surprise for Mama (Sticker Stories) 1 review
Judy Schachner
Grosset & Dunlap, 2008
Skippyjon Jones in Name Only
I bought this through Scholastic (school book orders), so I didn't realize this was not written by the author of the series. The story is much shorter. But, it also doesn't make a lot of sense. Skippyjon wants to make his Momma a present to show her he loves her. He decides drawing a picture is too easy and baking a cake is too hard. But, then he decides to try to make her enchiladas, which ...
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Thomas the Tank Engine's Hidden Surprises (Let's Go Lift-and-Peek)12 reviews
W. Rev Awdry
Random House Books for Young Readers, 1999
One Excited Little Boy
I bought this book for my boyfriend's son. He loves Thomas the Train and thinks this lift-and-peek book is the best thing since sliced bread. He wants it read to him every night.
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The Tiara Club 5: Princess Sophia and the Sparkling Surprise (The Tiara Club)
Vivian French
HarperTrophy, 2007
Every Princess has to make her own ball gown, but Princess Perfecta is determined to spoil the gowns and ruin the evening's surprise. Hopefully, Princess Sophia can show her what a true Perfect Princess is.
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The First Grade Friends: Lunch Box Surprise (Hello Reader, Level 1)3 reviews
Grace Maccarone
Cartwheel, 1995
very cute book is great for beginning readers
My six year old really liked this story, and the text was also just the right level. Rhyme and repetition build reading skills while the cute pictures appeal to children. The little boy's dilemma in this story elicited my child's sympathy and then she was delighted with the happy ending.
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September Surprises (Main Street)
Ann M. Martin
Scholastic Paperbacks, 2008
It's September in Camden Falls . . . and it's time for Flora, Nikki, and Olivia to move up to the Central School from their old elementary school. As seventh graders, they'll be sharing the halls with kids from other towns -- and from grades as high as twelfth. Flora and Nikki are excited . . . but Olivia isn't at all. She's always been the youngest girl in her class. Now she's the youngest girl in the whole school -- and plenty of kids, ...
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God's Joyful Surprise: Finding Yourself Loved 8 reviews
Sue Monk Kidd
HarperOne, 1989
the right book at the right time
I read this book years ago and have re-read it many times since. Not only did Sue Monk Kidd's experience resonate with me, but she introduced me to some fantastic writers. I highly recommend this book for anyone searching to know God better.
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One To Ten Pop-Up Surprises!17 reviews
Little Simon, 1995
AWESOME BOOKS
These books are awesome. I have actually bought six sets of both one to ten and color surprise. I have four children so one for each of them during the early years and also as gifts for best friends. I recommend them because for one, I never get tired of looking at the vibrant pictures and they capture the children's attention as well. They are educational as well as engaging. I highly ...
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Amelia Bedelia and the Surprise Shower10 reviews
Peggy Parish
HarperTrophy, 1979
This Party is Not All Wet...Despite the Hose!
Amelia Bedelia is always a simple, fun and entertaining read! In this volume, we find Amelia and her cousin in charge of setting up a surprise wedding shower for a friend of her employer Mrs. Rogers. In typical Amelia Bedelia fashion, the literal meaning of the requests and orders given and the intended meaning are two different things entirely...it's always fun to watch kids register that the ...
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Johnny Tractor And Big Surprise (John Deere)4 reviews
Judy Katschke
Running Press Kids, 2006
Fun on the Farm
This book is wonderful especially if your child loves farm machines. Every since we received the book, we have had to read it several times during the day. It is great the way the machines work together. Their names are fun and memorable - Johnny Tractor, Allie Gator, and Corey Combine. A great book for any little farmer enthusiast!
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Sliding Surprise Books: Who's There? (Sliding Surprise Books)4 reviews
Price Stern Sloan, 2003
Who's There?
My mom bought this book for our very active son. He started to really get interested in books at about 14 months. It was the only thing that got him to sit down. This is one of his favorites. He loves to see what is behind the pages when you slide them open. We have had to glue the page back together once but with all the use it gets it was not a big deal. I recommend the whole series of these ...
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Surprise Island (Boxcar Children)11 reviews
Gertrude Chandler Warner
Albert Whitman & Company, 1989
So many surprises!
When I say "So many surprises," I really mean it! For example, the children find Indian artifacts, when they never thought they would. Benny and his friend found a mini-cave. I like this book because it had so many surprises!
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The Wednesday Surprise6 reviews
Eve Bunting
Clarion Books, 1989
The Wednesday Surprise
I am a reading specialist in a middle school with a large population of second language learners and I love reading this book to my reading students. They are always so surprised that the grandmother is learning to read. It shows them that you are never too old to learn!
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