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Crossing to Safety by Wallace Stegner Esperanza Rising by Pam Munoz Ryan The All-True Travels and Adventures of Lidie Newton by Jane Smiley
I’m such a lucky girl… I received Tomato Girl from the author — thanks Jayne! I hope to read your book very soon. I will be reviewing Somebody Else’s Daughter for TLC Book Tours in mid-November. I won At a Loss for Words from Sandra at Fresh Ink Books. I also won The Entropy of Aaron Rosclatt from John at the Book Mine Set. And, I received this lovely origami bird from Bellezza. Thanks to all of you!
And when?… it’s 12,090 A.D.
I’m so glad I’m finally getting around to reading this series. I enjoyed the first two Anne books, and this one was no exception. This one is about Anne’s college years, her relationship with her friends Priscilla and Philippa, and also about her beaux Gilbert and Royal. Spoilers ahead, but it probably doesn’t matter as most of you have already read the book anyway… Of course, how could she choose anyone BUT Gilbert? I do wonder why it took her so long to realize that. Besides their relationship, I enjoyed reading about Patty’s Place, Davy’s further development, and all the other girls’ drama. I do think I enjoyed Anne of Avonlea just a bit more than this one, but I still fell in love with Anne of the Island as well. I probably won’t get to the others in the series until next year, but I’ve enjoyed these first three books tremendously. 1915, 239 pp.
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Just like Coraline, I listened to this on audio with my two teenage sons. If you haven’t heard Gaiman narrate his own books, you’re definitely missing out. Most authors should not narrate their own books; Gaiman is one who should never allow someone else to do so. His voice is perfect for it, and of course, no one would ever know his books better than he does. The Graveyard Book contains a colorful (though some are long dead) cast of characters, some very creepy scenes, and some genuinely heartwarming ones. It’s one of those perfect children’s/YA books in which it was definitely written to also appeal to adults. It was great for the R.I.P. Challenge, and it was great to experience another one of Gaiman’s treasures as a family. 2008, 320 pp.
Neil Gaiman’s web journal. (I’m a subscriber)
January 1 – April 30, 2008 I’ll choose from the following:
 Jane and Mr. Rochester
I’m going to give 4 couples 5 couples (I forgot one of my absolute favorites!), from two three old books and two newer books. I just have to mention all of these!  Anne and Captain Wentworth Well, of course my absolute favorite is Jane and Mr. Rochester. They have so many obstacles to overcome to be together, so it is oh-so-satisfying when they are both free to be with each other. This is one of my favorite books, if not THE favorite. Although I’ve seen many movie adaptations (including the newest one), my favorite is the one with Ciaran Hinds and Samantha Morton. I’ve probably watched this one at least 5 times. Edit: I’ve added this one because I cannot believe I forgot them!!! I actually like Persuasion a bit more than Pride and Prejudice. Anne and Captain Wentworth wait so long to be together. And the wait is so worth it. My favorite movie adaptation is with Ciaran Hinds and Amanda Root. I’ve watched it multiple times! .  Elizabeth and Mr. Darcy Another ‘old book’ mention is, how could you guess, Elizabeth Bennet and Mr. Darcy. Why? They are both so so ‘prideful and prejudiced’ — ha ha — that it is a relief when they finally realize they are meant for each other. Another of my favorite books. My favorite movie adaptation is the one with Jennifer Ehle and Colin Firth. And not just because of Colin Firth! I love the whole cast, and though it’s long, I’ve seen it at least three times. I love it! I didn’t care much for the Knightley version. . .  Clare and Henry The first ‘newer book’ couple is Henry and Clare from The Time Traveler’s Wife. I can’t really tell you why on this one because I don’t want to spoil the book for you if you haven’t read it. Their love story really got to me. I cannot wait for this movie to come out. I am really happy with the casting for it. Eric Bana and Rachel McAdams are two of my favorite actors, and I’m anxious to see how they’re going to perform these roles. I hesitate a bit to mention this next one because I haven’t actually read the The Notebook, but I’ve seen the movie several times and I LOVE IT LOVE IT LOVE IT. Noah and Allie. Sigh. Just an awesome love story. What I love most about them is their deep love for each other even in old age. If you haven’t seen the movie (is there honestly someone who hasn’t?), you must do it this weekend. Or even tonight! I must read this some day. There you have it. I know I probably missed some important ones, but those are at least four five of my favorites. Can’t wait to see what everyone else comes up with!  Noah and Allie
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I just love Neil Gaiman (not to mention that his looks remind me of a close friend I had in college). Well, I love his books, too, and this one was no exception. It’s my third Gaiman, and although I still think I liked 
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