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a family moves into a manner of sorts because the father has a job, and almost at the first a …
Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix is a fantasy novel written by British author J. K. Rowling and …
When Thomas wakes up in the lift, the only thing he can remember is his name. He’s surrounded by strangers—boys …
Bonnie Leon: Touching the clouds (2010, Revell)
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Interesting easy read
Enjoyable story, likeable characters, and love the historic descriptions of life in the Victorian era. I'll be reading her other books.
It took me there
Well-written and compelling, this true story completes the little picture of what happened during the years of the Nazi Third Reich. We have, and have had, the big picture; 6million Jews, 4 million gypsies, Christians, homosexuals, and dissidents all murdered by the Nazis. This story, this history, paints the bleak details of the worst the humanity can offer, and shows how the best of humanity can shine above it.
As I read this book, in my warm home, and comfortable bed, I was almost able to imagine this world that happened not so very long ago. I might have been able to do so, if I had tried. But I didn't want to try. It was too horrible.
Easy-to-read, well-written story
No frills and straightforward storytelling. I enjoyed the read, and am glad Donna chose to share her grandmother's life and faith.
The Princess Bride is a timeless tale that pits country against country, good against evil, love against hate. This incredible …
