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The Fortress of Darkness by Patricia Perry - Book Review
"The Fortress of Darkness" by Patricia Perry takes place more than 250 years after the elf prince Danyl vanquished the demon Mahn with the elven magic, the Green Might. However, that did not destroy the demon's black power. Transported over the massive mountains in the north by Wraith
Nupi Lan (Women's War of Manipur)
There is a need for good historical work in Manipur. A civilization with 2000 years of history lacks accurate, genuine and well researched work to feel us proud. Though several attempts have been done in the past, it is not up to the expectations of readers and researchers.
Panama Sushi Coup - By, James D Evans - Book Review
Reviewed by: Gary Sorkin, Pacific Book Review Title: Panama Sushi Coup The three words used in the title, "Panama Sushi Coup," turn into an engrossing true story; a narrative about friendship, betrayal, foreign business development and sushi, by James D. Evans as he described a part of his
Rich Fantasies
Everyone has had some kind of fantasy of some gorgeous Billionaire falling in your lap (literally) then you're seen all over the word on magazine covers with him on top of you! Then he shows up at your door with a ring to save his reputation and then your left with this confliction of "I w
The Johnstown Flood by David McCullough
Pulitzer Prize winner David McCullough describes the tragedy when a dam broke in central Pennsylvania and destroyed the community of Johnstown in 1889.It is a great non-fiction work, but the style of writing lacks the intimacy and the continuity that Erik Larsen's and David Laskin's works.
Left on the Ground
Follow this young person's anxieties and insecurities as he contemplates his first job interview. Then see what happens when he is unable to make that interview on time.
A Book Review: Competent to Counsel by Jay Adams
Drawing on Scripture, Jay Adams presents the case that the Christian is "Competent to Counsel". If someone seeks help from a pastor or Christian teacher, they are recognizing that God has equipped them to provide the help needed under the guidance of the Holy Spirit through the Scriptures.
Never Give Up is the Theme of This Book - A Book Review on Perseverance
Sometimes life can be rough for folks during a recession, and the "not knowing" can often become extremely stressful. And it has often been said that tough times, do not last, but luckily tough people do. Perhaps, then the best advice is to learn from the tough souls who made it through th
Things to Do on Fraser Island
Spanning over 122 kilometers in length, Fraser Island can be discovered diagonally opposite to the southern coast of Queensland, off the Hervey Bay shore. Covering a total area of roughly 184,000 hectares and measuring 30 kilometers in width, at its widest point, this outstandingly pretty Island is
If I Only Had a Brain Injury by Laura Bruno - Book Review
When a car crash resulted in a brain injury, Laura Bruno was forced to relearn everything she knew. For four years, Bruno was disabled and unable to work. She found difficulty performing such simple tasks as reading or driving from one location to another without getting lost. Now she tells her stor
How to Make Your Customers Feel Special
Nothing beats working in a special niche with loyal customers. A major benefit of such a group is turning your base into a viral explosion of activity.
Spider-Man - The Unlikely Super Hero
It is very difficult in today's commercialized world not to be familiar with Spider-Man.And it doesn't matter whether you have young school age children, you're in college or like me... you're as "old as dirt", we have all been exposed to this most unlikeliest of all &q
The 3 Mistakes of My Life - It's No Mistake If You Read The 3 Mistakes of My Life
The book opens with an interesting dialogue by Chetan the author, "I don't want to be India's most admired writer, I just want to be India's most loved writer. Admiration passes, love endures". And this line of his strikes a chord right away. And interestingly all his novels
The Bird Flu Preparedness Planner by Grattan Woodson, MD
This is a small book, but it lives up to its name. Because it gives some good medical information on caring for flu patients at home, it's worth reading to plan for both swine flu and seasonal flu.
Keep Up to Date With All You Need With Masonry Books
We all know the best way to keep abreast of any subject is to read about it. There are certain subjects that mean more to us than others. A subject such as Freemasonry is one that attracts a great deal of interest. It is also a subject that requires a great deal of forethought and this requires a gr
My Hope For The Future - I Pray, I Am Mistaken
Nature poetry written prior to the twentieth century always described nature as a place of beauty and contentment. Today the view of nature is entirely different. We live in a world where man destroys more than he builds; where it is more acceptable to thrown down rather than pick up.
The Handyman's Promise by Nick Poff - Book Review
As the AIDS crisis dawns in the early 1980s, two small-town gay men make a commitment to one another. While a good deal of gay fiction focuses on sex, one author takes a closer look at what it means for two men to have a meaningful relationship. That author is Nick Poff, recently awarded the Gold me
Tiger Hills by Sarita Mandanna
Tiger Hills is an epic love story set in Coorg from the author Sarita Mandanna. It is a debut novel though her control of her narrative doesn't let you feel it. It's all the more creditable because she is narrating a love triangle, not a likely material for gripping stories in this age and
Burned - A Tragic Mystery by J A Nevling - Book Review
"Burned: A Tragic Mystery" by author J.A. Nevling is set in southern California and begins innocently one Sunday morning. Protagonist Sharon Nagol decides to have lunch with her best friend, leaving husband Jim home alone to care for their infant daughter. While Sharon is away, a ravaging