Funny as all the other book in the Neighbor from hell series

Danielle Steele paints a portrait of life in America during the 1920,s through the cultural changes of the 60,s. She depicts four generations of women in one family, their motherhood, tragedies and victories. I would recommend this novel if you like historical fiction. For me it was inspirational, heartwarming, rich in detail and character driven. *****

A friend of mine suggested that I might like the Hulu series "Normal People." Upon hearing it was based on a book, I obviously had to go read the book first. I definitely understand why my friend recommended it. This is a coming of age story that explores a complicated relationship between two people as they navigate growing up and becoming adults. However, if you are looking for a happy, heart-warming story, this book is not for you. It's honest, tender, and heart-wrenching at times. Though there are sweet moments, I wouldn't call this a happy story, but that's okay. Overall I do not regret the time I spent reading this book. Just check with yourself first to make sure you're in the mood to feel a complex range of emotions.

Paranormal romance- easy read

I recommend this book. It is set in the 1950's and is about a Chinese girl adopted at 3 years old into a white family. The story is told from the point of view of the girl and is about her struggle to fit in. There is prejudice that she has to deal with. It was interesting and I enjoyed it.

This is my 6th read. Author James Banks led the reader in a 90 day devotional to pray for a child who despite your best effort did not display the best results expected and hence is a distorted picture of the one desired and expected. The author encourages the reader to believe that the mighty hand and heart of God is still at work and that he really has the last say in the matter. He encourages the reader to cheer up and to continue to live in the sunshine of God’s perfect will and purpose.

Interesting story about adoption tragedy and redemption. I would recommend this if you like that topic.

fun cozy mystery takes place on the east end of long island

I like this book because l like Nancy stories. In this one Nancy has too much clothes but she wants more. This book teaches how to be kind to others. During a " swap-and-shop" at school Nancy wants the same thing like her friend does, but she decides to let her friend have it because she realizes she has so much already.

The book goes back & forth between Slaverytime & Freedomtime around the Civil War. The mother is Miss May Belle & daughter is Rue. Miss May Belle is a healer, midwife & conjures curses on people. She teaches her daughter her craft. Rich in descriptions of plantation working & family life. Superstition & fear surround a boy named Bean that Rue birthed with a “caul”. Rue fears the boy & feels the need to protect him from the others on the plantation who accuse the little boy of bringing a deadly sickness to the other children. A preacher comes to the plantation & gets involved with “saving” the sinners,Bean & Rue through baptism. Theres a lot going on in the story between relationships of plantation owner, his daughter Varina, Rue, the preacher & May Belle. This is fiction based on history & I loved it!