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Little Friends DANCE

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Every child has a favorite toy, but what happens when that toy comes to life and dances right before...

Manga Reader - Manga Viewer

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Manga Reader - The Ultimate Manga App for iPhone & iPad users. Read and download thousands of manga...

Trust Me, I'm a Superhero

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In Trust Me, I'm a Superhero, you’re a rag-tag group of super-ish heroes who have been left to...

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Jan 30, 2018

The Stolen Marriage

Diane Chamberlain | 2017 | Fiction & Poetry

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Book Review: The Stolen Marriage

You know a book is good when you contemplate taking the day off just so you can continue reading. Yup. The Stolen Marriage is the real deal! Chamberlain is an exceptional storyteller, who brings the people and town of Hickory, North Carolina to life. The Stolen Marriage is historical fiction at its best and is full of unforgettable characters, secrets, deceptions, racism, and humanity. It is clear Chamberlain did her research. The story deals with the polio epidemic of the 40's and the endless taboos, which was a part of the time (especially in the South). I have no idea why it took me this long to read Chamberlain's work (shame on me)! Nonetheless, I am absolutely a fan and thankfully there are plenty of books to choose from (I already have Necessary Lies on my to be read pile). The polio epidemic was real and sadly individuals suffered and many died, but I am still in awe of how the people of Hickory came together to build a miracle hospital in 54 hours! I would love to see this book adapted into a movie. :-)