Very profound book on the subject of life and death, written in an everyday verse.

I think that this book was ok. Also I am pretty sure that I have the right book but who knows? Well I personally think that the images and words were to grafic because this book is about a serious issue I think that that is actually beneficial because then people who don’t care will care. Still a good book but that was my only issue with it.

I don't give away spoilers in my reviews. I am admittedly not usually the reader who loves fantasy but I knew from reviews that I wanted to read When the Tides Held the Moon by Venessa Vida Kelley. The cover is eye-catching with the graphic of Benny and the merman. I loved the oceanic colors used for it. Benny is on his own in life after losing his aunt. He has come to America and is working as a blacksmith. Benny has difficulties with his breathing and being in an environment such as a metal shop really affects his health. Benny is a talented blacksmith and his art is noticed by the owner of one of the local amusement parks - Luna Park in Coney Island. Benny is hired to build a large tank for a new exhibit and isn't told of all the details. Benny finds himself becoming attached to the new exhibit - a real merman from the ocean. I loved Benny's compassion and moral struggles within himself and with the merman. The other characters in the book that make up the menagerie were also such a great group of characters to read about. My two favorite parts in this book were the illustrations and the storyline. The illustrations added to the story and worked together with the cover. I usually don't read much fantasy but this was such a good story. (from my Goodreads review)

A perfect desert book and a really heartfelt story!!! ;)

Fast paced, as is to be expected for a YA book. Would be a great intro to the genre.

I had to read this after reading we were liars and felt like it was okay. I thought it followed the same type of trajectory and had many parallels to we were liars, just with the previous generation of Sinclairs. I think I liked Carrie’s POV better than the narration of we were liars, although both characters had their flaws and issues.

I have read a lot about China, a lot about Apple - this is a great update to the investments/commitments and at times, ad hoc "strategy" of how Apple has been successful in the manufacturing of their products for close to 20 years. A must read for those interested in the crossroads of high-tech, manufacturing and global economics

It's certainly not the worst book I've ever read, but I don't know why everyone praises McCaffrey so much if this is her normal writing.

Typical Bourne adventure. Constant action across the globe

Wonderful book on natural home, beautiful photos, and well designed.