Month: July 2015

Ross Poldark by Winston Graham

July 28, 2015 Whitney Review 1 Comment
Ross Poldark by Winston Graham

Review: Sadly, when I hear the name Ross I automatically think of Friends Ross Geller.  Poor pathetic Ross who for ten years pines over Rachel.  Ross Poldark by Winston Graham could have easily fallen into this mold, pining for Elizabeth for the next ten books.  Fortunately we are spared. I am a sucker for melodrama, […]

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Write On review-a-thon

Write On review-a-thon

The Write On review-a-thon is a monthly event created and hosted by Brianna at The Book Vixen. It’s 2 days dedicated to getting reviews done, whether you have one review to write or 30+. This edition of the review-a-thon takes place all day Saturday, July 25th and Sunday, July 26th. Let’s get those reviews done! […]

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Snow White Must Die by Nele Neuhaus

July 21, 2015 Whitney Review 0 Comments
Snow White Must Die by Nele Neuhaus

First Impressions By reading the title Snow White Must Die, one would think it Nele Neuhaus has written a was a Snow White retelling. It is dark like Grimm’s Tale, but the comparison stops there. Impressions While Reading Pia and Oliver were fantastic detective characters. Their star power as a team reminded me of Rob […]

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High Summer Read-a-Thon 2015

High Summer Read-a-Thon 2015

Michelle at The True Book Addict is hosting another of her fabulous read-a-thons, the High Summer Read-a-thon.  I’m going to set my eyes on three books this time which I have listed below. Ross Poldark by Winston Graham Demelza by Winston Graham I will also track my progress here: 7/20 Books Read: 0 Pages Read:0 […]

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Sunday Post #58

Sunday Post #58

Sunday Post hosted by Kimba the Caffeinated Book Reviewer is a chance to share news~ A post to recap the past week on your blog, showcase books and things we have received and share news about what is coming up on our blog for the week ahead.  I got back from an extended 4th of July vacation with […]

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#Coyer Beach Party Read-A-Thon

July 18, 2015 Whitney COYER 0 Comments
#Coyer Beach Party Read-A-Thon

It is time to get my read on, Coyer’s Beach Party Read-a-thon starts today.  It is another opportunity to knock some books off my tbr, (I’ve managed a pathatic two so far) the only hitch is that they must have a beach settting.  Fortunately, I have three books that meet that criteria, they are: The […]

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The Bishop’s Wife by Mette Ivie Harrison

July 17, 2015 Whitney Review 0 Comments
The Bishop’s Wife by Mette Ivie Harrison

First Impressions The Bishop’s Wife by Mette Ivie Harrison could have been a good mystery novel if it focused on the murder of Carrie Helm. Impressions While Reading Biddy Linda Wallheim, amateur sleuth took center stage. She had to insert her nose into everything Gladys Kravitz style. What most annoyed me was her obsession with […]

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Proposed Blog Tour: Explore the Classics

Proposed  Blog Tour: Explore the Classics

“Classic’ – a book which people praise and don’t read.” Spoken by Mark Twain these words could not be truer. Classics I feel are the basis for popular art, think of the constant spewing of Jane Austen retellings or adaptations of Shakespeare because these stories are timeless and have transcended centuries. I have my comfort […]

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Book Review: The Far End of Happy

July 7, 2015 Whitney Review 0 Comments
Book Review: The Far End of Happy

The Far End of Happy was an intense read and never knew what Jeff would do next, nor the repercussions that Ronnie’s decisions created.  It had page-turning chapter endings and thoroughly kept my attention, but, unfortunately, Ronnie’s mother Beverly and Mother-in-law Janet bickered throughout the novel creating a Jerry Springer show vibe, minus throwing chairs.  […]

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