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Just Breathe- Mira Sept 2008

Leyah J — Wed, 03 Sep 2008 11:08:24 -0400

I finished reading Susan Wiggs new hardcover, Just Breathe a few weeks ago. It was a really good story, about some very complicated relationships.

Provence A-Z

Leyah J — Thu, 12 Jun 2008 10:55:03 -0400

This is the third and final book that I read on my French vacation. And how fitting to read Provence A-Z while in Provence.

Silent in the Sanctuary

Leyah J — Wed, 11 Jun 2008 11:41:47 -0400

So after reading Silent in the Grave, I was extremely excited to read Silent in the Sanctuary. This book had been sitting on my bedside table for awhile, just waiting for me to dive in. And my question is: Why did I wait so long???

Bonjour Tristesse

Leyah J — Wed, 28 May 2008 08:59:50 -0400

This is the other book that I read on my French vacation. The second week, we rented a house close to Cannes. The woman who owned the house had quite an extensive book collection. I picked up Bonjour Tristesse immediately, as I had heard about it, and knew that it caused quite a stir in France and America in the 50's.

Atonement

Leyah J — Fri, 23 May 2008 09:56:52 -0400

The Diplomat's Wife

Leyah J — Thu, 01 May 2008 11:47:08 -0400

After finishing The Kommandant's Girl, I couldn't wait to dive into The Diplomat's Wife. I was really interested in reading about Marta's continuing story, and her version of the events that occured in The Kommandant's Girl.

The Kommandant's Girl

Leyah J — Thu, 17 Apr 2008 08:44:20 -0400

Blink of An Eye

Leyah J — Wed, 09 Apr 2008 09:00:49 -0400

Silent in the Grave

Leyah J — Mon, 07 Apr 2008 09:01:59 -0400

After many recommendations, I finished reading this book in February. I really liked it, as I enjoy a good murder mystery. The characters were well described, and I liked the feistiness of Lady Julia and her chemistry with Brisbane. Silent in the Sanctuary is in my "to read" pile, so I am excited to see Lady Julia's story continue.

The Glass Castle

Leyah J — Wed, 02 Apr 2008 11:06:44 -0400

This is a memoir by Jeanette Walls. She describes how she grew up in poverty with very eccentric parents who refused to conform to what most think is a normal, responsible life. Because her parents often chose not to help themselves or their familiy, the Walls children often took on the parental role. Her tales are heartbreaking, and well as unbelievable. This book also raises interesting