The Lovely Bones

Last year, I saw one of my friends reading this book and the first thing that appealed to me was the cover. It is really pretty and it interested me, which I know is a bad way to judge a book. My friend told me she really liked it and it was one of her favorites ever, so I decided to read it this year. It's an interesting, unique story. I like it, but it is kind of disturbing to me. Some parts of it are creepy and frankly disgusting how this little girl was treated. I think the story is well written and suspenseful. I'm looking forward to seeing if they catch the man who killed her. I hope they do, but you never know with books.

Dear John - Finished

I finished Dear John tonight and it was a great book. I am really excited to see the movie now that I know the story. I can compare the director's vision of it to Nicholas Sparks's vision of John and Savannah's romance. I highly recommend this book to anyone who wants a sweet, romantic, relaxing love story. It's not an exciting, suspenseful, action packed book, but it is still enjoyable to read. I would recommend reading it over the summer, when you can really sit down and enjoy it. I really like Nicholas Sparks's style of writing and I may read some of his other books.

Dear John by Nicholas Sparks

This book is living up to its reputation. It is captivating and romantic and all around a great story. It is one of the best love stories I've ever heard and the characters are created so well. I can really get a sense of who John and Savannah are and feel like I know them. I understand their backgrounds and their love for each other. I can also understand and feel how devastating it is for them to be apart from each other, but the letters they send each other are so cute. I like the style of writing in this book because it is very easy to read and relaxing. I am glad that I decided to read this because I love it.

Dear John by Nicholas Sparks

I chose to read this book because I saw the movie advertisements. I didn't want to watch the movie until I read the book, though, because the book is always better. I thought the movie might ruin the book for me if I saw it first. I was expecting a lot from this book: romance, excitement, etc. I was really excited to finally read a great love story. I haven't read much yet, but so far I am kind of bored. The beginning mainly talks about John's childhood and his relationship with his father and grandfather. The love story between John and Savannah hasn't heated up yet, so I am looking forward to that part.

Riddles of Epsilon by Christine Morton-Shaw

The more I read this book, the more I like it. It is really suspenseful and the plot is really interesting. It is a unique book and unlike anything else I've read. I really like the author's writing style and can't wait to read more. It's quick too because it isn't difficult to read. I like easy reads that go by quickly because they are more relaxing. When I read this book, it's like a movie playing in my head, which is a good thing. I haven't had much time to sit down and read, but when I do I love it. I can't put it down. I recommend this book to anyone who wants to read an easy, suspenseful, interesting book.

The Riddles of Epsilon

This book was recommended by one of my friends - she said that I may like it because it is suspenseful and filled with action. Those are the types of books I like: interesting and exciting stories. I'm glad that I listened to her because so far I really like this book. It is easy to read and is really interesting. Its a mystery story, and the reader isn't totally sure of everything that's happening so far. The ideas are cool though: the main character is somehow connected with someone from 1894. They had a "mirrored dream" which is when they each have the exact same dream - but about the other person. Also, the main character and the character from 1894 seem to do similar things and their lives are progressing in the same way. It's weird and confusing to think about, but it's a really clever idea. I also find it interesting that the main character, Jess is being watched. We don't know who is watching her, but they know everything about her. There is definitely other things that the author hasn't revealed to the reader, and I can't wait to read more and find out what's going on. So far, I am really enjoying it and it is unlike anything I've ever read.

Barefoot By Elin Hilderbrand

This book is the perfect summer-time story. It takes place in a Nantucket cottage during the summer and focuses on the lives of 3 women. Each of them have their own story, and hardships to share. One woman, Vicki, has been diagnosed with cancer that will kill her soon. Her sister, Brenda, lost her job after having an affair with one of her students. The third woman is their friend Melanie, who was invited to the cottage to forget their problems and have peace. Melanie finally got pregnant after numerous failed attempts, but now her husband is cheating on her. These three women seek comfort and an escape from their problem some lives, which is why a trip to Nantucket is necessary. That is their tradition, and they believe it can heal any wounds. Hilderbrand writes this story with incredible description and vivid imagery which makes me feel as though I am in the cottage too. I like the feeling of the story - it's warm and filled with love. It's a sweet story, but kind of slow. It would be more ideal as a summer book because I could sit and relax and read it for however long I wanted. It would be more enjoyable that way, but overall it is so far pretty good.