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Molly J (Cover To Cover Cafe) (106 KP) rated Amish Cooking Class : The Celebration in Books
Feb 25, 2019
The Cooking Class is back! I'm so glad that Mrs. Brunstetter brought us back to the Troyers and Heidi's cooking class. This one was as addictive as the first two, and Mrs. Brunstetter's extremely captivating talent has shone once again!
I loved seeing the Troyers and Marsha and Randy again. They are wonderfully chiseled characters and really come to life with each story. The other characters that Mrs. Brunstetter created for this one really stole a piece of my heart, too! Being married to my own firefighter, I loved seeing Darren Keller's character worked in there. It was definitely an added bonus to an already amazing novel.
I loved the way Mrs. Brunstetter made this novel about the kids. It was such a refreshing change from the first two, though they were amazing, as well. The different familes that Mrs. Brunstetter created really made the story pop. Each family had a different circumstance, different struggles, and they all felt real to me. The inspiring ways that Heidi Troyer helps each family, really shines.
This is definitely a 5 star worthy addition to a fantastically created 5 star series by the Queen of Amish Fiction. Mrs. Brunstetter adds yummy sounding recipes to the book, making this a tasty treat for all Amish fiction lovers everywhere. While this could easily be read as a stand alone, I don't recommend that you read it as one. Grab this one, along with the first two, and take a trip to the Troyer's farm, to the fun of cooking and baking, and to where God is foremost the center of the story! You won't be sorry!
*I received a complimentary copy of this book from Publisher and was under no obligation to post a review, positive or negative.*
I loved seeing the Troyers and Marsha and Randy again. They are wonderfully chiseled characters and really come to life with each story. The other characters that Mrs. Brunstetter created for this one really stole a piece of my heart, too! Being married to my own firefighter, I loved seeing Darren Keller's character worked in there. It was definitely an added bonus to an already amazing novel.
I loved the way Mrs. Brunstetter made this novel about the kids. It was such a refreshing change from the first two, though they were amazing, as well. The different familes that Mrs. Brunstetter created really made the story pop. Each family had a different circumstance, different struggles, and they all felt real to me. The inspiring ways that Heidi Troyer helps each family, really shines.
This is definitely a 5 star worthy addition to a fantastically created 5 star series by the Queen of Amish Fiction. Mrs. Brunstetter adds yummy sounding recipes to the book, making this a tasty treat for all Amish fiction lovers everywhere. While this could easily be read as a stand alone, I don't recommend that you read it as one. Grab this one, along with the first two, and take a trip to the Troyer's farm, to the fun of cooking and baking, and to where God is foremost the center of the story! You won't be sorry!
*I received a complimentary copy of this book from Publisher and was under no obligation to post a review, positive or negative.*
Mrs March has to be amongst the most unnerving, chilling characters I’ve read about. I’m terrible for not reading the synopsis of books. I tend to go by the cover and/ or the last paragraph of bloggers and reviewers reviews (I tend to read the first and last couple of sentences. I’m sorry, I hang my head in shame 😔). Nine times out of ten this approach works for me - and boy did it work well with Mrs March!
I was captivated by the writing in this novel. It’s like the horror movie where you hold your hands over your face whilst continuing to watch between your fingers, because you just can’t stop watching.
This is a descent into paranoia and madness, and I feared for the safety of her husband and son, as well as Mrs March’s. On the outside, she seems to be completely calm and in control.
Mrs March’s husband is a successful novelist, and his latest novel is causing something of a stir. When a shopkeeper suggests that the main character is based on Mrs March, it sends her in to a tailspin. This character, after all, is a prostitute! Is this what people think of her?!
The tension builds and builds until it’s almost unbearable. I couldn’t put it down though, and was left breathless at the end. This isn’t a book for the faint of heart - and boy did I enjoy it!
I was captivated by the writing in this novel. It’s like the horror movie where you hold your hands over your face whilst continuing to watch between your fingers, because you just can’t stop watching.
This is a descent into paranoia and madness, and I feared for the safety of her husband and son, as well as Mrs March’s. On the outside, she seems to be completely calm and in control.
Mrs March’s husband is a successful novelist, and his latest novel is causing something of a stir. When a shopkeeper suggests that the main character is based on Mrs March, it sends her in to a tailspin. This character, after all, is a prostitute! Is this what people think of her?!
The tension builds and builds until it’s almost unbearable. I couldn’t put it down though, and was left breathless at the end. This isn’t a book for the faint of heart - and boy did I enjoy it!
Mark @ Carstairs Considers (2072 KP) rated Mrs. Pollifax and the Second Thief (Mrs Pollifax #10) in Books
Mar 9, 2018
Mrs. Pollifax is off to Sicily after her friend Farrell sends out an SOS. When she arrives and meets up with him, she finds that several cars are following them. Has Farrell seen what he thought he saw? Who is after them, and why? And what does this have to do with the pictures she took before she left?
Some random elements start this book out, but they all fall into place fairly early, leaving us to enjoy the usual fun ride where Mrs. Pollifax is concerned. Unfortunately, the climax is a bit rushed and weak as a result. Still, these characters are great, and any fan of the series will be delighted to spend the time with them again.
Read my full review at <a href="http://carstairsconsiders.blogspot.com/2014/09/book-review-mrs-pollifax-and-second.html">Carstairs Considers</a>.
Some random elements start this book out, but they all fall into place fairly early, leaving us to enjoy the usual fun ride where Mrs. Pollifax is concerned. Unfortunately, the climax is a bit rushed and weak as a result. Still, these characters are great, and any fan of the series will be delighted to spend the time with them again.
Read my full review at <a href="http://carstairsconsiders.blogspot.com/2014/09/book-review-mrs-pollifax-and-second.html">Carstairs Considers</a>.
Bysa (2 KP) rated The Wife Between Us in Books
Sep 19, 2018
spoiler alert?!?
this book is exactly like The Last Mrs. Parrish. it was all I could think as I read it. the only difference was a small plot deviation, and I mean so small it was miniscule enough to not even mention. it was an ok read but to compare it to Girl on the Train or Gone Girl is a big misrepresentation, it wasn't of the same ilk or of the same caliber.
The Last Mrs Parrish came out the end of last year, this book The wife between us was released this year in January. I'm not saying one is a copy of the other because clearly they would've been in editing and publication queues around the same time, but it's highly coincidental how alike the books are.
the Last Mrs. Parrish was better crafted and executed masterfully.
this book is exactly like The Last Mrs. Parrish. it was all I could think as I read it. the only difference was a small plot deviation, and I mean so small it was miniscule enough to not even mention. it was an ok read but to compare it to Girl on the Train or Gone Girl is a big misrepresentation, it wasn't of the same ilk or of the same caliber.
The Last Mrs Parrish came out the end of last year, this book The wife between us was released this year in January. I'm not saying one is a copy of the other because clearly they would've been in editing and publication queues around the same time, but it's highly coincidental how alike the books are.
the Last Mrs. Parrish was better crafted and executed masterfully.
Mark @ Carstairs Considers (2072 KP) rated Mrs. Pollifax and the Hong Kong Buddha (Mrs Pollifax #7) in Books
Mar 9, 2018
It'd been too long since I had visited this old friend. In this book, the newly remarried Mrs. Pollifax sets off to Hong Kong to find out why one of Carstairs' informants has started sending him bogus information. Naturally, she is quickly in over her head. The formula is intact, although the finale of the book is very dark for the series (though not for a spy novel) and a bit rushed.
Read my full review at <a href="http://carstairsconsiders.blogspot.com/2013/06/book-review-mrs-pollifax-and-hong-kong.html">Carstairs Considers</a>.
Read my full review at <a href="http://carstairsconsiders.blogspot.com/2013/06/book-review-mrs-pollifax-and-hong-kong.html">Carstairs Considers</a>.
Mark @ Carstairs Considers (2072 KP) rated Mrs. Pollifax on Safari (Mrs. Pollifax, #5) in Books
Mar 9, 2018
Mrs. Pollifax is off to Zambia to join a safari that also includes the famed assassin Aristotle. Can she figure out which of her traveling companions he is? Or will an innocent message she leaves before the trip starts cause too many problems. I must admit I was surprised at how slowly this book starts. Much slower than I remembered. But overall it was still quite good.
Read my full review at <a href="http://carstairsconsiders.blogspot.com/2013/05/book-review-mrs-pollifax-on-safari-by.html">Carstairs Considers</a>.
Read my full review at <a href="http://carstairsconsiders.blogspot.com/2013/05/book-review-mrs-pollifax-on-safari-by.html">Carstairs Considers</a>.
Lirahlu (37 KP) rated A Conspiracy in Belgravia (Lady Sherlock #2) in Books
Mar 15, 2018 (Updated Mar 15, 2018)
Lee KM Pallatina (951 KP) rated Mrs. Doubtfire (1993) in Movies
Jun 13, 2019
Mrs Doubtfire is a classic comedy about a child at heart father whose antics continuously irritate his wife until it becomes too much, ending in divorce.
Struggling with post marriage life and keeping to an agreement to see his kids, results in Daniel (Williams) going to drastic measures to make amends (unknown by the ex).
With obstacles including an awkward job interview, a social worker and the ex's new fella, this man must learn to be a woman, with the creation of the brilliant and hilariously unpredictable mrs Doubtfire.
Mrs Doubtfire is an hilarious take on a father's over the top attempt of being a part of his children's lives. With great comedy and non stop laughs this movie will pull at your heartstrings.
Starring Sally Field, Pierce Brosnan and the late great comedy legend, Robin Williams. It is a heart warming family film for all ages.
Struggling with post marriage life and keeping to an agreement to see his kids, results in Daniel (Williams) going to drastic measures to make amends (unknown by the ex).
With obstacles including an awkward job interview, a social worker and the ex's new fella, this man must learn to be a woman, with the creation of the brilliant and hilariously unpredictable mrs Doubtfire.
Mrs Doubtfire is an hilarious take on a father's over the top attempt of being a part of his children's lives. With great comedy and non stop laughs this movie will pull at your heartstrings.
Starring Sally Field, Pierce Brosnan and the late great comedy legend, Robin Williams. It is a heart warming family film for all ages.