Predatory Plots


"Predator"
by Patricia Cornwell

I've been reading Patrica Cornwell for a very long time and I have enjoyed her books for most of that time. Unfortunately her latest novel was not the page turner I expected. She relied upon too many brand names and threw around car names as if that was to impress the reader. It did not impress this reader. I'm glad I checked this one out from the library instead of buying it at the bookstore.

Books read in 2006: 13

Advice from Jane Austin


"Jane Austen's Guide to Dating"
by Lauren Henderson

This book of dating advice is full of examples from modern day life and from Jane Austin's novels. A wonderful book with advice I'd be smart to take.

Books read in 2006: 12

Letting Go


"Never Let Me Go"
by Kazuo Ishiguro

Ishiguro's sixth novel delves deep into the concept of cloning told by a clone herself. As a student at Hailsham, Kathy and her friends are told they are special. It isn't until they are grown and away from school that they learn how special they really are. A heart-breaking work of genius, this book makes one think about the complications of cloning.

Books read in 2006: 11