One of those books that made me sad when it ended. There needs to be a sequel for when Mary Jane graduates high school. Do her parents let her go to cOne of those books that made me sad when it ended. There needs to be a sequel for when Mary Jane graduates high school. Do her parents let her go to college? Do they marry her off? Does she run away to join her summer friends? So many possibilities. ...more
Had to re-read the first chapter to connect it in circle ❤️
(From AI) Despite the challenges and losses they face, the orchestra members continue to fiHad to re-read the first chapter to connect it in circle ❤️
(From AI) Despite the challenges and losses they face, the orchestra members continue to find solace in their music and in each other.
The novel explores themes of resilience, community, and the power of music to heal and uplift in difficult times. It is a heartwarming and uplifting story that celebrates the human spirit and the beauty of simple pleasures.
"She had called because she believed in the power of music. She did not investigate this belief, test it to see whether it made sense; she simply believed it, and so she chose music that expressed order and healing; Bach for order; Mozart for healing.
This was the antithesis of the anger and fear that could unleash the missiles; this was music showing the face of love, and forgiveness."
I am not a huge reader of Fantasy novels and I guess I read even less Sci-Fi but after reading this book I'm not sure why. This book is a great read wI am not a huge reader of Fantasy novels and I guess I read even less Sci-Fi but after reading this book I'm not sure why. This book is a great read with a well thought out story line and characters. I always liked reading books where the remnants of the past are lingering in their future. And where people live in the aftermath of the implosion of the world. But even though there is a new world order, the new roles and caste created are still the same. Men are the hunters and women are the gatherers
Perfect description of what was to come later on in the book ~ When people watched old TV shows online and broadcast TV not only no longer existed but was only rumored to ever happen.
Great action and suspense with a hint of romance thrown in to make it a quick and entertaining read. ...more
Not quite sure what happened, one moment I clicked on my kindle to start the first chapter, the next moment, I realized that I tore thru this book andNot quite sure what happened, one moment I clicked on my kindle to start the first chapter, the next moment, I realized that I tore thru this book and didn't stop until I got to the last page. To say this was a page turner is an understatement. I love the tongue in cheek sense of humor of the main character and actually laughed out loud during a few parts - something I NEVER do. I also like it when strong female characters are brought in and the sister was no exception. While I'm a huge fan of the thriller genre, I typically read detective & lawyer type thrillers this was my first dip into military - type thrillers and I can say it won't be my last.
I hope that this is the start of a great series and if so I'll be anxiously waiting for the next Travis Deacon Novel....more
Didn't want to wait until January 1, 2015 to make a change so I started mid-year. Easy to read with short chapters for each day and assignments that aDidn't want to wait until January 1, 2015 to make a change so I started mid-year. Easy to read with short chapters for each day and assignments that at first seemed pointless but as I got further into the book, I realized what the author was trying to accomplish and started to see the "big picture" Love the quotes he included and have written down some of them for future inspiration.
I'm actually on my second reading, the first time I read the book in it's entirety (after all I didn't want to get half way thru it and realize that I was wasting my time). For the second reading, I'm taking it day by day following along as instructed.
If you want to remain a victim and make excuses for everything bad that happens in life then skip this book. But if you want to take control and realize what you are capable of doing than this is a must read. Now I'm off to purchase copies for a few "friends" who never quite understood that we all make choices in life....more
Scary thing is, I know exactly who I need to send this book to, but I think he will feel that the author tried too hard. Or he'll be consumed with jeaScary thing is, I know exactly who I need to send this book to, but I think he will feel that the author tried too hard. Or he'll be consumed with jealousy that he didn't come with the idea. ...more
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