Find Out What Groups Have to Say About These Recommended Books

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Paradise Alley by Kevin Baker (from Little Spokane River Readers - March 2007):

We all generally liked the book, thinking that we learned a lot about the civil war, immigration and New York City. All and all, we would recommend it.

"...our Jan selection, brought different views. Most of us liked it, some even to the point of loving it. We all thought it was much too long. Some thought it read like a textbook. Some hated it. The glimpse it gave us into 17th century England was fascinating."

She added: "The role of the Church in the daily lives and the great separation of the classes was interesting. It was a great mystery and some will read it a second time to fill in the blanks they missed the first time through. Having 4 narrators give their views of the same acts was a great way to tell the story. It kept up the suspense, 'who is telling the truth?' Different views, from seven readers. Personally, I think it was liked by most who like history and like a mystery. They would wade through the long chapters."

Thanks Kay!

Two From the Literary Freedom Book Group:

The Plain Truth by Jodi Picoult

Anyone who's read a Jodi Picoult book knows how well she develops her characters, but this visit to Amish territory is superb. Our small group enjoyed this selection a lot. Not only was it well written in terms of the story, but it offered a bit of mystery as well. From the discovery of a baby's body in an Amish barn to the court room to the farm where Ellie (reluctant attorney for the defense) must live while she researches the case, this is an engrossing read. Groups will find much to talk about just as we did.

Sleeping With Schubert by Bonnie Marson

When Brooklyn lawyer Liza Durbin passes out while listening to a piano at Nordstrom's department store, her life changes, but is it for the better? Awakening to the presence of a 19th century composer's spirt in her body, Liza's early life as a so-so piano student blossoms until she ends up at a grand finale performance at Lincoln Center. This is "chick lit" with a literary twist! A fun read for summer with lots of characters to discuss.

Sick Puppy by Carl Hiaasen (recommendation from the Booked Solid Book Group)

We just finished Sick Puppy by Carl Hiaasen and agreed it is a hoot. Funny, timely, thoroughly entertaining. (Another summer read perhaps? LB)

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