Review: The Miniaturist

The Miniaturist by Jessie Burton
My rating: 2 of 5 stars

Not as engaging as I expected. Typically historical fiction affords me the opportunity to gain knowledge about a time period and location, but I didn't get much from this novel. I did however enjoy the "I didn't see that coming" story lines.

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Review: About the Night

About the Night by Anat Talshir
My rating: 2 of 5 stars

Historically I enjoyed the depiction of life in Jerusalem after WWII. Much like Berlin, it was divided causing heartache for those whose lives were put on hold. The fictional love story though was a bit like too much sweet frosting on a piece of cake. Not sorry I read it, but doubt it will stick with me for long.

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Review: The House We Grew Up In

The House We Grew Up In by Lisa Jewell
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I found this book very hard to put down. The story is compelling with quite a few "I didn't see that coming" moments. This is an excellent story; quite modern in the issues brought up; and I am looking forward to the book club's discussion. So glad it was chosen.

Hart Park Book Club November 17, 2016 - Joyce

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Review: Gracelin O'Malley

Gracelin O'Malley by Ann Moore
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Enjoyed this story enough to read the 2nd in this trilogy.

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Review: America's First Daughter

America's First Daughter by Stephanie Dray
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

As my 4 stars indicate, I really liked this book. The author put me right into the time frame of Thomas Jefferson. Written through the eyes of his daughter (who I sometimes liked and sometimes hated) I learned about life during and after the American and French revolutions. The early years of our country certainly had its growing pains. The historical elements were fascinating and the fiction believable. I think it is a great "discussion" book, but being 500+ pages I'm hesitant to recommend it to my book club. If you do read it, please share your thoughts as I'm interested in with others think.

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