"...Everyone Is Entitled To My Opinion." ~Madonna

Wednesday, December 1, 2010

BOOKS: Auntie Patty Claus' Shopping Guide

Once again it is time for Auntie Patty Claus to help you with your Christmas shopping. Here is a list of books that will make terrific gifts.

 
The Book Thief by Marcus Zusak
Although written for the Young Reader, this is
my pick for anyone who enjoys a good book.
Read My Review



Ahab’s Wife by Sena Jeter Naslund
 This is for the fans of Moby Dick,
and for those who weren't.
Read My Review




American Gospel by Jon Meacham
If your list includes a buff of U. S. history, this
will be appreciated.
Read My Review



The Historian by Elizabeth Kostova
Vampire-o-phile on your list?  Give them this
historical background on Vlad, The Impaler.
Read My Review




Peace Like a River by Lief Enger
If you are looking for a gift for a person who
would enjoy a beautiful, spiritual story, this is it.
Read My Review



The Passage by Justin Cronin
Evil government experiments, vampires, the end
of civilization as we know it!  Need I say more?
Read My Review




The Help by Kathryn Stockett
We may have found a best seller to
make us think.
Read My Review



Veil of Roses by Laura Fitzgerald
This story about a young woman's adjustment
to life in America is Chick-Lit at its best.
Ready My Review




Redfield Farm by Judith Redline Coopey
Anyone interested in the Underground Railroad,
Quakers, Southwestern Pennsylvania and/or
American history will love this book.
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In case my personal Santa is reading this, I will be happy with the new Greg Iles, a recent Sandra Dallas, or anything by Kate Atkinsons.

I hope that this helped to make your yuletide shopping a little easier.

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