Books are very much a part of my life. They can take you into worlds completely different from your own. It is the best escape that I know of, because you get to use your imagination to create the characters in your mind as they are described. In no particular order, here are some of the best books that I've read to date. I hope you enjoy them as much as I have over the years. Will add more books and details as time allows...
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Memoirs of a Geisha by Arthur Golden | This beautifully poignant novel is a like trip through time back to the Great Depression days of Japan. It takes place in the Gion District of Kyoto, an infamous area known for its Geisha culture. As you follow Sayuri's journey from a young peasant girl to a renknown and successful Geisha, you will cry and you will cheer for her. Two thumbs up! Five stars! And any other kudos I can think of to give it. Best book I've read in years! | |
White Oleander by Janet Fitch | This novel is very lyrical and poetic throughout. It is the poignant story of the tumultuous relationship between an artistic mother and daughter. When her mother is arrested for murder, Astrid begins her odyssey through a series of foster homes. These experiences change the pair in ways they could not imagine. It is an absorbing read and you will have trouble putting it down. | |
My Sergei by Ekaterina Gordeeva | Once upon a time a young girl met a boy. They shared a love of figure skating and each other. Eventually, they went on to win the Olympic Gold in the pairs competition. They would go on to marry and have a baby together. They created a fairy tale life together that would sadly not have a happy ending. This book chronicles their journey together and strength that Katya would need to heal. It just doesn't get any better than this. | |
The Firm by John Grisham | This legal saga is a real page-turner. It follows a young Harvard Law School graduate, as he begins his legal career with a small Memphis firm. It isn't long before he realizes that this law firm is under investigation by the FBI and both sides want his help to bring the other down. He must race against time to find a way out. | |
Pelican Brief by John Grisham | When two Supreme Justices are murdered, a young law student writes a hypothetical law brief. When her brief finds its way into the wrong hands, she finds herself on the run. With the help of a savvy newspaper reporter, she must solve the crime to save herself. This is another John Grisham classic and tough to put down. | |
Flowers in the Attic by V.C. Andrews | This is one of the most intense books that I have ever read. Four children are locked away in an attic by their mother, who is blinded by her own greed. They have only each other to cling to and must find a way out before its too late. This book is both disturbing and intriguing at the same time. | |
A Midwife's Story by Penny Armstrong & Sheryl Feldman | This nonfiction book is based on the experiences of a real midwife that moved from the city to rural Amish country in Pennsylvania. It follows her journey as she finds solace in the simple pleasures of life and the gentle nature of the people she serves. | |
My Sweet Audrina by V.C. Andrews | After a devastating tragedy, a family faces the difficult task of rebuilding their lives and make some questionable decisions along the way. The youngest of this clan finds herself caught in web of deceit and must discover the secrets that have held her family prisoner for too long. It has an amazing ending, so don't peek or it will ruin it! | |
The Pact by Jodi Picoult | The most troubling novel I've read in years. Two teenagers in love make a decision that changes their lives and those around them forever. The book starts with a jolt and then takes you back to follow the path that ultimately lead the young couple to their tragic ending. This novel is truly groundbreaking in the questions it raises. | |
My Sister's Keeper by Jodi Picoult | This morally complex novel is a must-read. After spending her whole life as a donor for her leukemia-stricken sister, a young girl makes a controversial decision that will tear her family apart. This was a very good book. | |
Plain Truth by Jodi Picoult | Due to a severe lack of time, this book took me about a year to read and was worth every bit the wait. It was quite intriguing and stayed with me long after. I truly enjoyed the characters and learning about Amish culture. It has a great twist of an ending as well. |
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