More Patron Reviews of what they are Reading

Scat by Carl Hiassen. Learn about Florida's endangered species, a missing teacher, the class delinquent and a stuffed rat. Nick and Marta, of Naples, FL have adventures with all of these. Very clever, very funny with characters you come to admire and care for.

Northern Lights by Nora Roberts. I like Nora Roberts and this was one of her better stories - interesting cast of characters, teasing plot for a mystery and wonderful descriptions of Alaska. Reminded me of Northern Exposure! A good lake book for a rainy summer vacation.

A Darker Domain by Val McDermid. A great mystery. Set in present day England and Scotland. You follow along as cold cases in the crime unit are explored. Twisty and turny, it will hold your attention.

The Shape of Mercy by Susan Meissner. Good book. Three generations of women tell their stories. The story of the past was as good as the present.

Apologize, Apologize by Elizabeth Kelly. Since when did books have to be all swear words, and vulgar language like the movies. Hated this book, with the author kept the swearing to a minimum and the story more about the main character, Collie. Poorly written.

Wild Water Walking Club by Claire Cook. Real women, real friends who push their limits, get of the box.

The Keepsake by Tess Gerritson. Complicated mystery involving archaeologists and Egyptian mummies.

Domestic Pleasures by Beth Gutcheon. Story of the daily events families deal with... marriage, divorce, death, raising children and the interconnection between families. Wonderful descriptions of growing up in the teen years. Not a book I could sit and read straight through. Enjoyed reading a few excerpts periodically, just to see what was happening in the families.

Nothing is Quite Forgotten in Brooklyn by Alice Mattison. Not a great story, not a good book. The author goes on and on about nothing.

Outliers by Malcolm Gladwell. The author offers explanations for achievements that fall outside of normal experiences. Absolutely fascinating, especially the theory of 10,000 hours. "How old is this guy, anyway? He looks about 15!

Heroes by Robert Cormier. Who is the hero? The author doesn't answer this question for us but challenges us to question our beliefs and find our own answers. Francis Cassevant returns from WWII missing a face after falling on a grenade. His plan is to kill a man who betrayed his trust, a man who had previously been his hero. This man saved many lives during the war and was hailed as a hero by the townspeople. Who is the real hero? Thought provoking, disturbing and beautifully written.

Gravity by Tess Garrison. Bad stuff happens on the space station - single celled organisms multiply, become deadly, threatening earth. Jack has to save his estranged wife Emma, before she dies. Scary!

Life in Rewind by Perry Yeible Murphy with Ed Zine and Michael Jenike. I was the first one to read this new book. I had a hard time putting this book down. And there were a couple of surprises. She is a very good writer!

How to Talk Minnesotan by Howard Mohr. What a hoot! We read a chapter or two a night for our Kentucky guest and just laughed and laughed. Now she can say 'whatever' with the best. We're going to throw in 'Uff Da' as a special treat. Oh for fun!

The Haunting of Josie by Kay Hooper. The last series romance by Kay Hooper. Josie vindicates her father accused of arson, meets the man of her dreams and hangs out with a ghost. Gives a hint where the author's interests will go in her future novels. Ok for a series romance. Candy reading.

Born on a Blue Day by Daniel Tammet. A very detailed memoir of living with savant syndrome. Valuable insight into living and communicating with the "average" individual. My favorite quote - You don't have to be disabled to be different... we're all different.

In God We Trust by Eric Dregni. I enjoyed this book very much! So down to my way of thinking and speaking - humorous parts!

Skies over Sweetwater by Julia Moberg. 15 year old girl loves to fly with her father. When he is killed following a bad landing, her mother and sister pull away from her, feeling she was the cause of the crash. But her love of flight continues and she joins the women pilots who transport planes and materials so that male pilots can fight in WWII. Based on true events. Very interesting!

Extreme Measures by Vince Flynn. Another great book - good story line - different but similar!

Just Breathe by Susan Wiggs. A predictable storyline. The kind of book you pick up when you need a relaxing read - just want a story. My first book by this author. I would probably read another written by her but wouldn't be anxiously waiting for her next book.

Get a Clue by Jill Shalvis. Stupid, highly unlikely. Even the gorgeous naked man (a burned-out nice cop) can't redeem the inanity of this book. A total waste of time, about on a par with daytime TV. Mia culpa.

Hatchet by Gary Paulsen. Brian Robeson, 13, struggles to survive in the Canadian wilderness. Scary, uplifting, thought provoking. How will being so close to nature - pared to the essentials for life - change our protagonist? It was fun for us Southerners to look up birds, mammals, fish, and berries to learn about the northern habitat.