Tag: 4 stars

I’ve chosen to read several books this year that my wife remembers from her childhood – books I’d never read before, but I felt like I should at least read now since my wife enjoyed them so much as a child.

On the other hand, I think I’ve only read two books this year that I remember from my childhood: Hatchet by Gary Paulsen, and Where the Red Fern Grows by Wilson Rawls.

This past weekend, I decided I would read The Mouse and the Motorcycle series, as it’s one that I remember fondly from my childhood.

Continue reading “Book Nook: The Mouse and the Motorcycle – Beverly Cleary” →

This is one of those books that I’d heard of before, but I had no idea what to expect. I simply saw the title and thought, “Hey, I know that title. I should get it.”

I realize that probably isn’t the best way to try new things. You can’t just assume that popularity = quality.

However, I bought the book and took it with me on a recent trip to California. I needed something to do inside while it was 108 degrees outside.

Continue reading “Book Nook: The Secret Life of Bees – Sue Monk Kidd” →