Monthly Archives: May 2010

Teaser Tuesdays – May 11, 2010

Posted on May 11, 2010 by CarrieK

The Heart is Not a Size by Beth Kephart I saw Mrs. K reach to touch Catherine’s hand. Jon crossed his arms, and Corey did, then Sam and Neil crossed their arms, too, as if they could protect themselves from … Continue reading →

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Book Review: The Passage by Justin Cronin

Posted on May 9, 2010 by CarrieK

Title: The Passage Author: Justin Cronin Genre: Dystopian fiction Publisher: Ballantine Books Rating: 5 out of 5 stars Source: ARC from the publisher First line: Before she became the Girl from Nowhere – the One Who Walked In, the First … Continue reading →

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The Sunday Salon – May 9, 2010 (the “Mother’s Day” edition)

Posted on May 9, 2010 by CarrieK

Happy Mother’s Day! I hope all of you moms are being spoiled today. I plan to spend my day lounging around, finishing The Passage, and then going out for wonderful Mexican food with the family. In case you’re looking for … Continue reading →

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Links for Saturday, May 8, 2010

Posted on May 8, 2010 by CarrieK

Discussion starters: ~ Bookalicious: How to Write a Negative Review ~ Booklust: Commenting Etiquette ~ Rhapsody in Books: What Are Your Criteria for Following Blogs? ~ It’s All About Books: Attempting to List Genres ~ Things Mean a Lot: On … Continue reading →

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Harry Potter Marathon Weekend

Posted on May 7, 2010 by CarrieK

I have decided to take a teacher’s in-service day from homeschooling today – only I’m not going to be “in-service.” The kids and I are heading to my folks’ house for a sleepover and Harry Potter movie marathon – six … Continue reading →

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Book Review: The Heretic’s Daughter by Kathleen Kent

Posted on May 5, 2010 by CarrieK

Title: The Heretic’s Daughter Author: Kathleen Kent Genre: Historical fiction Publisher: Back Bay Books Rating: 5 out of 5 stars Source: Print copy from my own library First line: The distance by wagon from Billerica to neighboring Andover is but … Continue reading →

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Auntie’s Bookstore, Spokane, Washington

Posted on May 4, 2010 by CarrieK

I had just about a perfect day today. After doing all the “important” subjects (math, reading, grammar) with our kids this morning, my best friend (who is also a homeschooling mom) and I headed an hour and a half south … Continue reading →

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New Release: On Folly Beach by Karen White

Posted on May 4, 2010 by CarrieK

I haven’t had time to read and review Karen White’s newest title, On Folly Beach, yet, but wanted you to know that it hits the shelves today. Emmy has been adrift since Ben’s death. Still grieving, she has little ambition … Continue reading →

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