Michelle McNamara, crime writer and blogger, spent her life searching for the identity of the Golden State Killer. She died before finishing the book, Michelle McNamara, crime writer and blogger, spent her life searching for the identity of the Golden State Killer. She died before finishing the book, but others inserted the missing details--making the flow not so smooth at times. However, the book was easy to listen to and very interesting. Sad that we have such horrible monsters among us, but good that some people dedicate their lives to stopping them. ...more
4.5 Wow! If ever you want to complain about your parents, read this! Tara's parents are isolationists living in Idaho. Tara's memoir is compelling, and y4.5 Wow! If ever you want to complain about your parents, read this! Tara's parents are isolationists living in Idaho. Tara's memoir is compelling, and yet I want to read with my hands covering my eyes....more
Not as good or as funny as Garlic and Sapphires, this book of Ruth Reichl's is very interesting. Tells the story of Reichl's time at Gourmet Magazine.Not as good or as funny as Garlic and Sapphires, this book of Ruth Reichl's is very interesting. Tells the story of Reichl's time at Gourmet Magazine....more
Very interesting premise about a black man that goes to prison for a crime he did not commit. Life unravels from there.
“But home isn't where you land;Very interesting premise about a black man that goes to prison for a crime he did not commit. Life unravels from there.
“But home isn't where you land; home is where you launch. You can't pick your home any more than you can choose your family. In poker, you get five cards. Three of them you can swap out, but two are yours to keep: family and native land.” ― Tayari Jones, An American Marriage
“Much of life is timing and circumstance, I see that now.” ― Tayari Jones, An American Marriage...more
A brilliant guy with Aspergers struggles with relationships in ways that are often funny/entertaining. Watching him grow and evolve was even more enteA brilliant guy with Aspergers struggles with relationships in ways that are often funny/entertaining. Watching him grow and evolve was even more entertaining. ...more
4.5 stars Everyone has heard of Albert Einstein, but what of his wife? She actually was as smart as he was, but never got the credit for her contributio4.5 stars Everyone has heard of Albert Einstein, but what of his wife? She actually was as smart as he was, but never got the credit for her contributions. Well written and compelling. Would be great for book club....more
A memoir by Tomie dePaola--life sure was different back then. It wasn't even that long ago. Very interesting.A memoir by Tomie dePaola--life sure was different back then. It wasn't even that long ago. Very interesting....more
People younger than 35 may not appreciate this book. Society has changed--for the better as far as acceptance of different races and cultures. This bookPeople younger than 35 may not appreciate this book. Society has changed--for the better as far as acceptance of different races and cultures. This book helped me appreciate those first minorities that faced huge social challenges because of their race or because of who they married. This book says a lot about race and also about families--particularly the parent/child relationship. We struggle with our parents who think they know best. Then we grow up and struggle with our children--after all, we do know best. Great writing style. It's just depressing--but worth exploring. ...more
Having suffered abuse and neglect as a child, Eleanor learns to overcome her challenges. Entertaining characters. Information revealed in a way that hHaving suffered abuse and neglect as a child, Eleanor learns to overcome her challenges. Entertaining characters. Information revealed in a way that hooks the reader. ...more
We all have something to be grateful for! Acknowledging the good will make us happier. You can have so much and not appreciate it, or maybe you live a We all have something to be grateful for! Acknowledging the good will make us happier. You can have so much and not appreciate it, or maybe you live a humble life and appreciate every little thing. Choose to be happy. Take a look at this book!...more
Sportscaster Al Michaels has lived his dream! Through hard work, enthusiasm, and a little luck Al Michaels has covered some major events in the sportiSportscaster Al Michaels has lived his dream! Through hard work, enthusiasm, and a little luck Al Michaels has covered some major events in the sporting world and met some pretty interesting people. As you might guess he has some pretty good stories!
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