Monthly Archives: March 2010

Book Review: Beastly by Alex Flinn

Posted on March 9, 2010 by CarrieK

Title: Beastly Author: Alex Flinn Genre: YA fairy tale fantasy Publisher: Harper Teen Rating: 4 out of 5 stars Source: Print copy from the public library First line: I could feel everyone looking at me, but I was used to … Continue reading →

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Mini-reviews: Going Bovine by Libba Bray, Down the Long Hills by Louis L’Amour, Wives and Daughters by Elizabeth Gaskell, The Game by Laurie R. King

Posted on March 9, 2010 by CarrieK

Title: Going Bovine Author: Libba Bray Genre: YA speculative fiction Publisher: Delacourte Books for Young Readers Rating: 4 out of 5 stars Source: Audiobook from the public library Audiobook reader: Erik Davies First line: The best day of my life … Continue reading →

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Teaser Tuesdays & It’s Tuesday, Where Are You? – March 9, 2010

Posted on March 9, 2010 by CarrieK

Beastly by Alex Flinn Of course, really, I really, really hoped she’d say, “Oh, no, Adrian, I couldn’t dream of leaving you. I love you too much. But it was so sweet and unselfish of you to let me go … Continue reading →

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Book Review: The Creation of Eve by Lynn Cullen

Posted on March 8, 2010 by CarrieK

Title: The Creation of Eve Author: Lynn Cullen Genre: Historical fiction Publisher: G.P. Putnam’s Sons Rating: 4 out of 5 stars Source: ARC for TLC Book Tours First line: In the time it takes to pluck a hen, I have … Continue reading →

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Mailbox Monday – March 8, 2010

Posted on March 8, 2010 by CarrieK

Mailbox Monday is a weekly meme hosted by Printed Page. If you’re eager to tell the rest of the book blogging world about the wonderful books you’ve received this week, click over and share your link. White Cat by Holly … Continue reading →

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Movie Review: Old Dogs

Posted on March 8, 2010 by CarrieK

John Travolta and Robin Williams star in Old Dogs, the hilarious family comedy that will have you howling. And it’s even more fun to watch on Disney Blu-Ray with its theater-quality picture and sound. Two best friends have their lives … Continue reading →

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The Sunday Salon – March 7, 2010 (the “February in review” edition)

Posted on March 7, 2010 by CarrieK

I didn’t do a February wrap-up for last Sunday’s post because I was hoping to finish two more books that evening, which I did. Here is the final list of books completed in February: Book started in 2009 but finished … Continue reading →

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Movie Review: Amelia

Posted on March 6, 2010 by CarrieK

Two-time Academy Award Winner Hilary Swank delivers an unforgettable performance as Amelia Earhart, the legendary American aviatrix who boldly flew into the annals of history. Richard Gere co-stars as her charismatic business partner and adoring husband, George Putnam. Bound by … Continue reading →

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