Review:For once, I enjoyed the movie more than the book. The reason? The book is written in first person, from the dog's viewpoint. I found that approach doesn't work. Being narrated by the dog, the big challenge of painting the scene and carrying the narrative is left up to the literary skills of the animal. The problem is that the dog is still a dog with all of its limitations of English expression, and comprehension. So you have the dog using words like, "ignominy," "redolent," "excavated," express... Read more

Review:W. Bruce Cameron has done it again! I laughed out loud, I wept a bit, I smiled, and most importantly, I fell in love with a book AGAIN! Dogs and people who love dogs are two of my favorite things! Bruce just can't help it....his touch is golden! Read more

Review:Every time I think I've figured out which W. Bruce Cameron book is my favorite, he writes another one and I have to reevaluate. I adored this story of Bella, a Pit-Rottie mix, who is determined to get back to her person, no matter what. It's a tale of love, devotion and bravery with all the heart and humor also found in Cameron's other bestsellers, A Dog's Purpose and A Dog's Journey. I can hardly wait for his next book to come out so I can reevaluate once again which is my favorite story of his... Read more

Review:Delightful story of a junior high school student navigating the pitfalls of adolescence. Interwoven with a supernatural tale of a grizzly bear (a reincarnated Civil War soldier with a message). A page-turner. You will smile and laugh often. Read more

Review:I have been a fan of Mr. Cameron's for years, so I can say, with all honesty, this is his best work ever. It tells the story of several different Neanderthal tribes, and how the first dog came to be. It is enchanting, enthralling. I can't stop thinking about it, and that is rare. If you love dogs, and history, and imagination, then this is a must read for you. Mr. Cameron is a gem among writers. Read more

Review:When I started reading The Ticket, I thought it would be an enjoyable tale. It starts off with Allie, recently divorced, having a tough time. She meets Pete by chance. The story opens up into a funny romantic comedy, with both characters growing as the pages turn. I won't spoil the plot, suffice to say that lots of stuff gets thrown into the mix.

Allie is a great character. Forty-ish, blond, good looking and feisty. The author brings her to life effortlessly, giving her license to have fu... Read more

Review:The cover of this book made me think of the movie "Up!" which is why I requested it. I find stories that capture the relationship between young people and older people enchanting. Arthur is not a grumpy old man, though he is lonely. He visits the cemetery every day to share lunch with his deceased wife and one day meets a young teen named Maddie who is also starved for connection with people. Arthur reaches out to her and without hesitation invites her into his sphere. She is doubtful of his fri... Read more

Review:A Piece of the World is a fascinating look into the life of Christina Olson, a physically-afflicted woman who becomes a favorite subject of artist Andrew Wyeth, in particular his painting Christina's World. Christina's story is told with compassion and honesty; a woman who wants to be independent, but must rely on others. The story flows beautifully, with heart wrenching detail of Christina's physical challenges, and the longing in her heart to be loved, and to be whole. I could feel Christin... Read more

Review:I approached this 74-page "little" book with disappointment because I'd imagined a bigger, longer read. For the first 16 pages I was somewhat confused because of my own expectations. At page 17 the light bulb came on and I was not only following this story, I was drawn in and unable to stop, even when the lump in my throat was painful and tears rolled down my cheeks. This "little" book has some of biggest heart I've ever read. Read more

Review:This was one of the best books I have read this year, couldn't put it down. Martha Gellhorn was one amazing woman who I knew very little about and loved learning of her gutsy, brave and independent life. Paula McLain is a wonderful writer who gives so much depth to her characters that get fully immersed in their lives. Ernest Hemmingway was a dynamic person who must have been so difficult to live with and love, but love him Marty did. Wonderful book. Read more