The Homesman
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The Homesman is a devastating, humane story of early pioneers to America's West in the 1850's. It...
Risotto: Delicious Recipes for Italy's Classic Rice Dish
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Different regions of Italy have their own classic rice dishes, from the soupy Rice and Peas of the...
Turquoise: A Chef's Travels in Turkey
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Following on from their success with Saha, Greg Malouf and Lucy Rushbrooke delight us yet again,...
Earth System Governance: World Politics in the Anthropocene
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Humans are no longer spectators who need to adapt to their natural environment. Our impact on the...
Mark @ Carstairs Considers (2165 KP) rated Long Island Iced Tina in Books
Feb 24, 2021 (Updated Feb 24, 2021)
I enjoyed the first book in the series, and this one was great as well. The painting added a fun element to the mystery, and I really enjoyed seeing how that played out. The mystery had some great zigs and zags along the way. The climax was a bit complicated, but I was able to think it through, and it did make sense. All the characters were wonderful, with some interesting growth for the series regulars. Mia’s grandmother provides a very funny sub-plot, and there are other great moments of humor throughout the book. At the end, we get four recipes and a hit for hosting events yourself. The series is set in Queens, and Mia’s family is involved in the mob. Even so, this is most definitely still a cozy series. Grab some ice tea and enjoy this delightful book.
Mark @ Carstairs Considers (2165 KP) rated Pint of No Return in Books
Jul 8, 2021 (Updated Jul 8, 2021)
I found myself at once drawn into the book as I struggled to fully get lost in the world. There were small details that we didn’t get right away that kept me from fully getting emmeshed in the story. On the other hand, the characters were wonderful, and those relationships kept drawing me in. The pacing was a little off a couple of times, but it held my interest as I read, and it led to a great climax. The book does a good job of balancing tone. At times, it’s light, but other times it gets serious. The combination makes for a richer book. I appreciated the slight twist on the cozy mystery set up. The ice cream scenes made my drool, and I appreciate the recipe at the end of the book. I can’t wait to revisit these characters when the second in this series comes out.
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Bluebear's Milkshake maker has finally arrived to the AppStore. This is the first and only Milkshake...
Foursquare Swarm: Check-in App
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Swarm is the best way to keep track of the places you go. From the new café downtown to that killer...
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Get to know your friends for real! Always wanted to know about your friend’s first kiss? Or have...