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The Orchid Thief
The Orchid Thief

Review:Susan Orlean obviously did a lot of research, which is spewed back at the reader. Sadly, the book is a confused cross between local history and cultural analysis. Reads like an extended version of a lesser New Yorker piece. That said,I did learn how to transport orchids after primary bloom. Read more

Teddy and Me: Confessions of a Service Human
Teddy and Me: Confessions of a Service Human

Review:I bought the Kindle version and there frankly wasn't much of a story. The pictures were good, but I got nothing about either Mr. Savage or Teddy. Perhaps it was a bad digital copy, but I was disappointed. Read more

Thinner This Year: A Younger Next Year Book
Thinner This Year: A Younger Next Year Book

Review:Well written for the average person to enjoy.
Most of the information is common, but when presented in a certain way, I have found to be very inspiring.
I lost 30lbs in two months by reducing my sugar intake. Read more

Be Dating In Six Months Or Your Money Back - How To Get A Date Worth Keeping
Be Dating In Six Months Or Your Money Back - How To Get A Date Worth Keeping

Review:A largely-good read from Dr. Cloud, there are enough problematic issues that keep it from really taking wings and flying.

The good:
1. Finally, some good, realistic advice from a Christian about dating.
2. Lots of angles are covered, rebuking a lot of the casually offered advice of the Church.
3. Written in an easy-to-understand way that sheds light on the complex inner web that can prevent a person from successfully dating.
4. While the advice is based in a Christian belief, ... Read more

A Book of Hope for Those Who Have Lost a Pet - Cold Noses At The Pearly Gates
A Book of Hope for Those Who Have Lost a Pet - Cold Noses At The Pearly Gates

Review:This is a great short book that really helps with the agony of one losing a beloved pet. Many questions are answered here, and this book can be very helpful to necessary healing, I think. Many of us are devastated when we lose a beloved pet, and it's nice to be able to read and comprehend these most assuring words. I can certainly recommend this book! Read more

Photographic Encounters with 1 - 000 Dogs - The Dogist
Photographic Encounters with 1 - 000 Dogs - The Dogist

Review:Adorable book! Just cannot get off of my hands! Some photos just remind me of my dogs, Chocolate and Cookie, the chocolate lab and golden retriever. I agree that some story should be told more, but It is a great job to be his first book. I recommend to all my friends and want to give it all my support! Love it! Read more

A Practical Illustrated Sourcebook of Techniques and Projects
A Practical Illustrated Sourcebook of Techniques and Projects

Review:Not really written for a casual hobbyist. Has a section about the ideal workspace and unless you either are super rich or live in a giant house it's unrealistic. Otherwise, good information. Wish there were more beginner projects. Read more

Harry Potter Golden Snitch Sticker Kit (Miniature Editions)
Harry Potter Golden Snitch Sticker Kit (Miniature Editions)

Review:These sticker/miniature kits were perfect for our Harry Potter party. My 16 year old niece had a HP themed party and we needed "cool" gifts for game winners. These kits were a perfect fit. The kids loved them. Read more

Coping and Healing After the Sudden Death of a Loved One
Coping and Healing After the Sudden Death of a Loved One

Review:This book was recommended to me after the sudden death of my husband. It addresses many of the thoughts and feelings I had and made me feel like I wasn't the only one. It addresses various types of untimely death, so I would recommend it to anyone who has lost a loved one to any type of unexpected 0death. Read more

and Ultimate Freedom (Iyengar Yoga Books) - The Yoga Journey to Wholeness
and Ultimate Freedom (Iyengar Yoga Books) - The Yoga Journey to Wholeness

Review:Being a devotee of Iyengar Yoga, this is an insight into the man and his philosophy on life. It is inspirational, non denominational and a guide for living. I gave this to my daughter as a gift and she was inspired. Read more

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