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Economics of Feeding the Hungry: Sustainable Intensification and Sustainable Food Security
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The role of sustainable intensification in achieving global food security is being debated by many...
Kristy H (1252 KP) rated Ivy Aberdeen's Letter to the World in Books
Oct 14, 2019
Ivy Aberdeen is struggling with feeling invisible in her family—her mom is busy with Ivy’s new twin brothers. Things get worse when a tornado destroys their home, displacing the family. In the aftermath, Ivy—an artist—loses a notebook filled her most precious drawings. When they start showing up in her locker with notes attached, Ivy realizes the note-leaver may be on to what Ivy can barely voice herself: she has crushes and dreams about girls. Can Ivy make herself seen and follow her heart?
"How was Ivy supposed to know how to handle all these feelings... all these feelings at all, if everything she saw and read about and heard was all boy-girl, girl-boy?"
I genuinely don’t know what we did to deserve Ashley Herring Blake, but we are lucky. She’s become one of my favorite authors. This unique middle grade novel (Ivy is 12) is yet another beautifully written book from Blake that tells a story so many kids need to hear.
And Ivy. Oh Ivy. I loved this kid. She goes through so much, and we see her present tough, real feelings. She’s artistic, resilient, and witty. And, oh yeah, she likes girls. It’s just the best sort of representation in the world, you know? I wish this was on the shelves and being read in every middle school.
This book is lovely, real, and tells an invaluable story. It’s so funny and sweet, and I honestly would recommend it for everyone.
"How was Ivy supposed to know how to handle all these feelings... all these feelings at all, if everything she saw and read about and heard was all boy-girl, girl-boy?"
I genuinely don’t know what we did to deserve Ashley Herring Blake, but we are lucky. She’s become one of my favorite authors. This unique middle grade novel (Ivy is 12) is yet another beautifully written book from Blake that tells a story so many kids need to hear.
And Ivy. Oh Ivy. I loved this kid. She goes through so much, and we see her present tough, real feelings. She’s artistic, resilient, and witty. And, oh yeah, she likes girls. It’s just the best sort of representation in the world, you know? I wish this was on the shelves and being read in every middle school.
This book is lovely, real, and tells an invaluable story. It’s so funny and sweet, and I honestly would recommend it for everyone.
Debbiereadsbook (1783 KP) rated Cole’s Reckoning (Bonded by Love #2) in Books
Jul 31, 2026 - 10:21 AM
you need to read book 1 first.
Independent reviewer for Archaeolibrarian, I was gifted my copy of this book.
This is book2 in the Bonded by Love series, and you really do need to read book 1, Caressa's Homecoming to get the full enjoyment of this one. You need to know how they all came together to be at Cole's. I enjoyed that book.
I enjoyed this book too, but I have feelings about this book (they are pesky, those darn book feelings!) and I'm not sure I can get them all out.
I was expecting some more of a certain sort of smexy time, given Caressa's discovery at the end of the last book, and we don't get any, none at all! Mind you, Cole's is laid up for most of the book, given his leg injury in the last book and what happens here, but still. So, I'm a bit miffed about that!
Also, I felt the epilogue was a little flat. Given what happened to Caressa that caused her to run away for 5 years, then the revelation of that fact, I thought she'd be a little more angsty about it!
Again, though, I'm not feeling the EMOTIONAL connection very much with these three, and I do feel (I told you, pesky book feelings!) there should be another book, to ties some things up in a nice fat bow.
But I get to read Donovan next, and I look forward to getting into his *certain sort of smexy time* head.
4 good stars
*same worded review will appear elsewhere
This is book2 in the Bonded by Love series, and you really do need to read book 1, Caressa's Homecoming to get the full enjoyment of this one. You need to know how they all came together to be at Cole's. I enjoyed that book.
I enjoyed this book too, but I have feelings about this book (they are pesky, those darn book feelings!) and I'm not sure I can get them all out.
I was expecting some more of a certain sort of smexy time, given Caressa's discovery at the end of the last book, and we don't get any, none at all! Mind you, Cole's is laid up for most of the book, given his leg injury in the last book and what happens here, but still. So, I'm a bit miffed about that!
Also, I felt the epilogue was a little flat. Given what happened to Caressa that caused her to run away for 5 years, then the revelation of that fact, I thought she'd be a little more angsty about it!
Again, though, I'm not feeling the EMOTIONAL connection very much with these three, and I do feel (I told you, pesky book feelings!) there should be another book, to ties some things up in a nice fat bow.
But I get to read Donovan next, and I look forward to getting into his *certain sort of smexy time* head.
4 good stars
*same worded review will appear elsewhere
starwarsluvr (236 KP) rated SEAL of trust in Books
Dec 26, 2017
i freakin loved this.... the characters were grown and amazing and their feelings were raw and real... it was perfection for me. this might be one of my favorite of this series so far.. there was love... a bit of drama and angst... and a lot of amazingness between characters lol.. the writing as always was perfect.. i love this authors work and look forward to most of their stories. i am glad i got to read it
Chris Hooker (419 KP) rated Tell Me Again How a Crush Should Feel in Books
Jan 12, 2018
This books does an amazing job or taking us through the complexities of coming out not only to others but to ourselves. The diversity of cultures really hits on what life really is like including the "toxic" people we may come in contact. Farizan does an amazing job capturing the emotions of her characters. Also it is nice not to have an LGBTQ novel that is all about sex but more the complexities of feelings and relationships.
Dean (6927 KP) rated Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull (2008) in Movies
Aug 19, 2017
Lost the old Indy magic
I have finally seen it and have mixed feelings. It just doesn't have some of the old Indy magic. The story is even more far fetched than usual and maybe it's a bit overloaded with CGI as well. Cate Blanchett's character is a bit OTT almost to the point of feeling like a comic book character. Overall still an entertaining film but not up there with the first three.
Charlotte (210 KP) rated Jackie (2016) in Movies
May 10, 2018
an important & sadly unique historical perspective, from that of a woman (4 more)
aesthetically gorgeous, with varying filming styles/ techniques that are blended together wonderfully
creates an incredibly number feeling which allows you to relate somewhat with Jackie (see disadvantage of this below*)
interesting perspective in the way the film almost entirely ignores JFK, allowing Jackie’s character/personality to fully come across
incredibly well acted
Jessica Erdas (463 KP) rated If I Stay (If I Stay, #1) in Books
May 16, 2018
This was one of those rare times where I watched the movie before reading the book. Even knowing what was going to happen didn't detract from the beautifully written and well thought journey. Full of entirely relatable feelings of not belonging, young love, heartbreak, the heart wrenching battle with tragedy, and more. Mia's battle with choosing to live on or to succumb to the tragedy that is thrown upon her is a worthy one to experience. Highly recommend.
Ruth Frampton (577 KP) rated The Snow Bear in Books
Apr 10, 2018
A sweet little story that sees the two children create a snowbear and then take it with them into the woods to play. Here their imagination takes hold and the adventure begins. What could be frightening for some little ones, this story has a safe ending and would be good for encouraging safe feelings.
My little one found it easy enough to read herself and spent time retelling the story from the images. Always a bonus.
My little one found it easy enough to read herself and spent time retelling the story from the images. Always a bonus.
Obsessed book reviews (49 KP) rated Under the Covers (The Texan Quartet #3) in Books
May 7, 2019
what a fab story, filled with romance and suspense. I loved the story line and was totally hooked. this is a fully romantic read with little hot moments but the story flows. the characters all worked together and moved the story along at a even pace. I loved how it was in both perspectives, so you got an insight into each of the characters thoughts and feelings
highly recommended
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