I finished the last book in the series like I was farewelling old friends. The character development is a work of genius and I loved each one of them I was reduced to tears and uplifted and inspired at other times. Loved these books.Not only was I enthralled by Jenny's stpory but she taught me much historical background and laws that I was unaware of. Inspirational work.This book follows on from t ...

Those who are interested in the life of Dr. David R. Hawkins, (June 3, 1927 - September 19, 2012) and his journey to an enlightened state of being will undoubtedly enjoy Scott Jeffrey's book, "Doctor of Truth." The publication of the book is timely with Hawkins' recent passing. It is clear the author did his homework. His friendship and familiarity with Dr. Hawkins and his work, not to mention his ...

I picked up this book in the London airport on a whim: I was pregnant and it took place in London-- a perfect souvenir. I was immediately drawn into this young midwife's story of her experiences in the poor areas of London during the 1950s. Since she wrote her memoir years later, the insight of an older woman adds a deeper layer to the book that really makes it a treasure. I lent this to my mot ...

As a mother of two, I found this book to be a lesson in tolerance and self acceptance. I hope to instill in my children the confidence and class that Lizzie has shown in her life. Truly an inspiration.I read the entire book as soon as it arrived. I loved it. I've know Lizzie for 18 years and this book helped me to get to know her a little more. This book is perfect for everybody and really encoura ...

What a treat to find this great new book! This is a memoir by the most interesting character you could imagine. Michael Perry is a poet, a registered nurse, a trained EMT and a volunteer fire fighter. After years away from his small home town in rural Wisconsin, he returns and writes about the things that happen to him there. The result is a funny and often moving account of the things that are re ...

I just finished a cathartic 15 minute shed of tears. The Tennis Partner took over my life for nearly two full days. I was unable to put it down and afraid to read on at the same time. I was moved by the friendship that blossomed from one main commonality, a love for the game. Dr. Verghese's observations about life, his analogies between tennis and medicine spoke volumes to me. I am neither a t ...

There are times that I think my life was or still is hard. Well, I'm a black female who grew up in a middle-class home with two teachers as parents. College was as automatic as sleeping and eating. But, for these young men in the book "The Pact", college was as uncertain as winning the lottery. I always knew that our young black boys growing up in the inner-city had it super hard, bu ...