Book Reviews
The thing you need to know about “Jurassic Park” is that it is quite different from the movie on a number of points. I will not spoil it for you here, but suffice it to say that I have seen the movie numerous times, and I never knew what was coming next in the book. It had me reading quickly to get to the end and see how the characters were going to get out of trouble. “Jurassic Park” was captivating and completely engrossing from the very first chapter. I was on the edge of my seat, racing toward the finish line and hoping none of my favorite characters ended up on the dino-diet. It was a fast-paced read and almost impossible for me to put down. “Jurassic Park” is simply thrilling - and quite a bit darker than its movie adaptation. Crichton manages to give the reader all of the scientific details without bogging down the story or giving up even an ounce of the creepy suspense that builds from the first pages. “Jurassic Park” and Michael Crichton deserve every bit of accolade they have received. Deeply impressed, I will definitely be recommending this book to others.Rating: 
Reviewed by Susan B. E., from Tomball on Sat. Oct 24, 2009
I loved this book. Its about a guy who is in the military but when on leave goes home and falls in love with a girl. It's an amazing story and you should read it!Rating: none Reviewed by Megan , from Spring Branch Memorial on Wed. Oct 21, 2009
I love Anne Tyler and have read many of her books. This book begins in 1941 and covers 60 years focusing on the marriage of Pauline and Michael, their problems and their children. Tyler is a master at relationships and her characters have believable lives and troubles. She also writes wonderful dialogues and has such a nice, easy-to-read style. Two of my other Anne Tyler favorites are "Accidental Tourist" and "Ladder of Years."Rating: 
Reviewed by Linda S., from Cy-Fair on Sat. Oct 10, 2009
I really enjoyed this action packed story of the daughter of prominent Michigan doctor whose father was murdered. Then federal agents working for good and bad sides all try and kidnap her to get information about a mysterious African diamond that her Father hid before his death. The clincher is that she knows nothing of it. One of her kidnapper becomes her savior during this treasure hunt. The author does a great job of keeping the story intense and making you really fall for the characters!Rating:
Reviewed by Calondra B., from Cy-Fair on Sun. Sep 6, 2009
Ava Warrick has just run into the rear of Kyle Chathams's vintage Jag. Kyle turns out to be an attorney and Ava believes he will sue her, not come to her rescue. Can he convince her that not all men are the same and that it is was really fate that they met. It's the first in the Best Men series. I recommend reading this book.Rating:
Reviewed by C. B., from Cy-Fair on Sat. Sep 5, 2009
He does it again! Gideon returns with more nightmares and daymares about his world as an assassin. The DNA results are waiting for him on Catherine's kitchen counter, someone's blackmailing him, and he's sent on another dangerous assignment in Buenos Aires against some ruthless assassins. This book left me on the edge of my seat wondering will he make it out. I will only say that I recommend reading this book.Rating:
Reviewed by Calondra B., from Cy-Fair on Sat. Sep 5, 2009
Hazel and Fiver are brothers, rabbit brothers who live in a warren that is being destroyed because of land development. Hazel and Fiver, along with other male rabbits leave their home in search of a new place to live and in search of female rabbits. Even though this book has a slow start, it's well worth the effort. I loved and cared about these rabbits. Adams has wonderful descriptions of farm life, gives believable human-like qualities to the animals, and throws in some page-turning adventures all making for a great book.Rating:
Reviewed by Linda S., from Cy-Fair on Sat. Sep 5, 2009
This book surrounds the life of a pro basketball player who leads a double life and his efforts to keep it from friends and family. Consequences, black mail, commitment, and lies which constantly lead you to wonder how will it all end? How will your personal views be affected? Although I was a bit hesitant to read due to the subject, E. Lynn Harris delivered a well written book.Rating:
Reviewed by a customer, from Cy-Fair on Mon. Aug 31, 2009
This is an excellent book that serves well as a primer for ancient Greek naval history. The author does a thorough job researching and revealing Athens' progression as a democracy and how naval military might played a central role in lifting the general population both financially and politically. Along the way, the reader will be thrilled by the drama and intrigue that marked the ups and downs of Athens hegemony.Rating: 
Reviewed by Mark, from Kingwood on Mon. Aug 24, 2009
This is the story of a fictional town who placed an ad to be sold on eBay due to its hard economic times. It was a very loving community with its share of drama and intrigue. It also shared an emphasis on the foster care dilemmas that many children face. As the story ended, there were many unanswered questions surrounding some of the characters. Overall a good story.Rating: 
Reviewed by C. B., from Cy-Fair on Sun. Aug 23, 2009
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