What a fantastic read that has me addicted to Gardner’s work. As it followed the story of an alcoholic, a young foster child and their families I connected with each of this novels characters as they suffered their own terrible situations.
Though seeming a short novel Gone packed a lot of punch and continued to do so through its entirety. Characters that you expect have gone wrong along the way will surprise you, just like those you think you can trust.
I’ll definitely be adding her other books to my wish list.
Thanks for reading,
Sarah Butland
She did it again! 206 Bones was brilliant and restored my faith in Temperance Brennan and Reichs. The novel starts with Tempe being trapped in a dank dark somewhere and continues to tell the tale of how she came to get there.
We meet new characters we try to like but can’t seem to ignore the impression we receive through Tempe and her friends. Once I fall in love with a character I trust their instincts, whether I’d normally follow the same course of action or not. 206 Bones had surprises in store even after I thought I had it all figured out.
I would and have recommended this book to fellow readers and strongly advise you to pick it up. Don’t just take my word for it – check out the reviews on Amazon.com.
Thank you for reading,
Sarah Butland
The Tiny Caterpillar and the Great Big Tree
is a children’s book written by author Kelly Moran that is sure to impress parents and children of all ages.
With its colourful illustrations done by Lynn Lorbeske, The Tiny Caterpillar learns about acceptance, forgiveness and adventure while realizing that change and differences are nothing to cower from. Moran has readers follow the tale of the relationship between a tiny caterpillar and the great big world around him through persistence and devotion to friendships already made.
Falling in love with Moran’s collection of short stories and poems in An Insomniac’s Dream: A Collection of Poems and Short Stories
I knew I had to get her children’s book for my newest addition. When she offered me a copy for review I couldn’t pass up the amazing offer and will soon be buying my own copy of this fantastic story.
Thanks for reading,
Sarah Butland
Although this novel didn’t spark the same level of controversy as The Da Vinci Code by the same author, it was brilliant, riveting and enlightening all the same.
The Lost Symbol is the third Robert Langdon story and, being somewhat familiar with Mason’s, I was eager to receive and read what Dan Brown had to say. He certainly impressed and said much more than even the Mason’s in my circle could share or admitted they were aware of.
The Chamber of Reflection is something relevant to Freemason’s although my contacts both denied any knowledge of such a thing, TLV (something I don’t want to spell out in case of spoiling something for the future reader) actually exists and the secrecy behind the group is as startling as Brown portrays. Who knows how accurate his depictions of the Masonic initiations are.
Brown brilliantly weaves together fact and fiction unlike any author I know while instilling independent thought and intelligent decision making in each of his readers. Choosing between what is real and created is left to the reader but no matter what is concluded the tale was worth waiting for.
I often found myself not breathing in anticipation for what the next page would bring and it’s only Dan Brown’s work that could make that happen so often in the same novel. If you haven’t bought this yet I strongly encourage you to do so. I’m sure someone you know is part of the Mason’s, even if you don’t realize it yet.
Thank you for reading,
Sarah Butland
Support a great cause and get your exercise while participating in the largest running event in Moncton, New Brunswick! On October 25th, 2009 kids, teenagers and adults will be meeting at Bernice MacNaughton High School, 999 St George Blvd., Moncton to begin showing their support for literacy efforts in the city – registration and warm-up start at 11:30 AM.
Make it a family event – kids can Go for 42 and take a step towards literacy. Don’t feel comfortable running? No problem, go for a walk to show your support.
For more details or to register now please visit Legs for Literacy today!
Although I can’t make it out this year I do plan to see you all there next year!
Thanks for reading,
Sarah Butland
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