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Burn by Nevada Barr
1.0
The only Nevada Barr book that I truly did not like. Maybe because it wasn't in a national park and she wasn't Ranger Anna? I never grew attached to Jordan/Clare and didn't find myself caring whether or not she got her children back. As someone who loves the religious undercurrent of New Orleans, I did enjoy those parts
Destroyer Angel by Nevada Barr
2.0
and I'm finally done with my Nevada Barr binge - and in perfect time as I'm kind of over Anna. As was in her previous appearance, I'm over Heath.
Not sure what the purpose of her marrying Anna off - we've barely seen Paul and she goes on vacation without him. Such an odd book.
Not sure what the purpose of her marrying Anna off - we've barely seen Paul and she goes on vacation without him. Such an odd book.
Liberty Falling by Nevada Barr
Finally I get to the book that the person who recommended this series highlighted. I love all the Anna Pigeon books, but this one especially since it's set "at home". Like all of these, they make me want to visit the parks and in this case it's actually possible. While it's someone dated and quite possibly pre 911, it's a really good look at the Statue. I loved the inside look with Charlie. What a passion.
Related to the ebook itself, the quality isn't that look and some "Ferrys" read as "Berry" and "Kerry". Surprising as the other ones are solid.
Related to the ebook itself, the quality isn't that look and some "Ferrys" read as "Berry" and "Kerry". Surprising as the other ones are solid.
The Girl on the Train by Paula Hawkins
4.0
Despite this being recommended up the wazoo, I was tentative. Popular/trending books and I don't get along for the most part. I needn't have worried: i finished the book in 3 days and it would have been two given more reading time. It was the perfect mystery/thriller all wrapped in a soap with some well-developed characters. Loved it. I found the ending a little unsatisfactory, but I think it worked
The Baseball Fan's Bucket List: 162 Things You Must Do, See, Get, and Experience Before You Die by Robert Santelli, Jenna Santelli
2.0
A fun, light read. There wasn't much new information here to people who are fans of the game, but it was nice to see the authors' stories and experiences through their own eyes.
The Starbucks Story: How the brand changed the world by John Simmons
2.0
I think I've officially read too many Starbucks books as this one added little to the body of knowledge. and I don't think the update was substantial. When did "third place" become a mandatory concept to obsess over?
Designated Fat Girl: A Memoir by Jennifer Joyner
5.0
Two very different subjects but the right level of reading depth I was in the mood for this weekend. I started with Joyner’s on Friday and packed a dead-tree copy of Salomon’s for a walk when I knew my iPad battery wasn’t charged. I finished that this morning and then Joyner’s this afternoon. At the gym, no less.
I enjoyed both equally, but I found that I connected more with Joyner’s book, although my weight struggles luckily never went so far. I’m so glad to see she’s still working at the radio station and it’s nice to put a face to the name after reading about her personal struggles. Unlike many who publish a book about their struggles, Joyner doesn’t appear to blog. I think that’s what made for a more intriguing and cohesive narrative. It wasn’t cobbled together from a series of blog posts. There were a few moments where I was confused as to when a moment was during her weight gain-loss-gain-loss-gain-loss “for good” but overall it was a quality, eye-opening read.
I enjoyed both equally, but I found that I connected more with Joyner’s book, although my weight struggles luckily never went so far. I’m so glad to see she’s still working at the radio station and it’s nice to put a face to the name after reading about her personal struggles. Unlike many who publish a book about their struggles, Joyner doesn’t appear to blog. I think that’s what made for a more intriguing and cohesive narrative. It wasn’t cobbled together from a series of blog posts. There were a few moments where I was confused as to when a moment was during her weight gain-loss-gain-loss-gain-loss “for good” but overall it was a quality, eye-opening read.
Confessions of a New York Taxi Driver by Eugene Salomon
4.0
aka a two-in-one review because I started and finished two books in the last three days
Confessions of a New York Taxi Driver by Eugene Salomon and Jennifer Joyner’s [b:Designated Fat Girl: A Memoir|7959298|Designated Fat Girl A Memoir|Jennifer Joyner|https://d.gr-assets.com/books/1344703200s/7959298.jpg|11765243]Designated Fat Girl. Two very different subjects but the right level of reading depth I was in the mood for this weekend. I started with Joyner’s on Friday and packed a dead-tree copy of Salomon’s for a walk when I knew my iPad battery wasn’t charged. I finished that this morning and then Joyner’s this afternoon. At the gym, no less.
Eugene Salomon, on the other hand both blogs (including on hot-button topics like Uber) and writes for TIME.I hoped his photo blog would have one of the infamous llama, alas no such luck. Converting from a blog wasn’t an issue in this case as the book was mostly an anthology of his stories grouped by themes. It was a very good and quick read and I loved that Salomon put a date in each story to set the context for his story. Although this was only published in 2013, it’s mostly the story of an NYC long gone. Jackie O being gone for 20+ years though is just sad. As an aside, I got this at the wonderful Tenement Museum Shop-great place to direct deposit your wallet when looking for your next good read.
Confessions of a New York Taxi Driver by Eugene Salomon and Jennifer Joyner’s [b:Designated Fat Girl: A Memoir|7959298|Designated Fat Girl A Memoir|Jennifer Joyner|https://d.gr-assets.com/books/1344703200s/7959298.jpg|11765243]Designated Fat Girl. Two very different subjects but the right level of reading depth I was in the mood for this weekend. I started with Joyner’s on Friday and packed a dead-tree copy of Salomon’s for a walk when I knew my iPad battery wasn’t charged. I finished that this morning and then Joyner’s this afternoon. At the gym, no less.
Eugene Salomon, on the other hand both blogs (including on hot-button topics like Uber) and writes for TIME.I hoped his photo blog would have one of the infamous llama, alas no such luck. Converting from a blog wasn’t an issue in this case as the book was mostly an anthology of his stories grouped by themes. It was a very good and quick read and I loved that Salomon put a date in each story to set the context for his story. Although this was only published in 2013, it’s mostly the story of an NYC long gone. Jackie O being gone for 20+ years though is just sad. As an aside, I got this at the wonderful Tenement Museum Shop-great place to direct deposit your wallet when looking for your next good read.
Private India by James Patterson
3.0
An interesting mix of Indian history and what has become one of my new favorite Patterson series. Was surprised how many of the referenced sites were real. Although I prefer the LA based Private crew, I liked how this one showcased Santosh's team. When he uses a co writer from another flavor of English they really need a better editor to consistently use American or British English spellings and it wasn't just went Morgan or Santosh were speaking
The Fire Inside: Firefighters Talk About Their Lives by Steve Delsohn
4.0
Found out about this from an AskMe (http://ask.metafilter.com/71101/What-single-book-is-the-best-introduction-to-your-field-or-specialization-within-your-field-for-laypeople#1060391) that was recently linked in Meta Talk. I have no interest in becoming a firefighter, but it got me thinking. I knew it was somewhat dated as it didn’t cover 9/11, but it was only when I went to add it to my LibraryThing that I realized it dated to the mid 90s. Unsurprisingly, there was significant attention paid to Oklahoma City.