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Book Review- Escape by Perihan Magden
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I was excited to review this book as I lived in Turkey for five years when I was young and it is written by a Turkish author, Perihan Magden. The author has an almost poetic way of writing, broken sentences filled with emotions. This may be a result of the translation. But I believe it is the deliberate intent of the author to give the reader a true sense of childlike recollection. The story of Mother and Daughter joined as a “moon unit” as they make their way from hotel to hotel across countries never staying for long. They avoid people and are often pushed to move forward by the Mothers protection and often delusional fears of the “Horrid Hordes,” I found this story to be a study in psychology. As the Mother is like no other and that becomes clear from the very beginning although her horrific acts are slowly revealed. The story becomes more of a story of love then flight. The perfect story for those who enjoy a voyage into the mind. This product was provided to me in exchange for an honest review. Copyright© KatherinesCorner.com
Book Review-One Thousand Gifts by Ann Voskamp
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Ann has a beautiful and poetic form of writing. I found it at times appealing but became a bit overwhelmed by it and some may find it challenging. But no matter how you feel about her form of writing the spirit of this book is one easily felt. This book is truly a biography of Ms. Voskamp journey of faith. She begins the book with her personal suffering and ingratitude a result of her great sorrow. She reminds us of things we should already hold true, that “the gifts” are around us always, in everyday things, places, people and thoughts. It is through God’s love that we are reminded that gratefulness comes from faith and observances. Although the level of Ms. Voskamp’s Christianity is truly enlightened, I do believe every one of us has to embrace our faith in different ways and I encourage you to embrace the gifts, but in your own way.This book was a summer book club selection at the Katherines Corner book club.Copyright© KatherinesCorner.com
Book Review-The Leftovers by Tom Perrotta
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I must admit I wasn’t entirely certain what I was getting into when I read this book. I had not read any of Tom Perrotta’s work. But I was intrigued with the premise; “ What if a lot of the Earth’s population suddenly disappeared?” Was it the rapture, was it sci fi? I was excited to find out. But, I never became fully invested in the story. The narrating seemed a bit one dimensional. The characters were interesting, there are moments in the story that were touching but those stories are never fully realized. The subject of the disappearances seems to fall away too. I found myself asking why isn’t anyone trying to figure this out? I did like the references to current events and recognizable television shows, movies and celebrities.It made me giggle a bit. This story had so much potential. Bottom line-I read it, I kept reading it, I finished reading it then I said what did I just read? This book was a book club selection at the Katherines Corner book club.Copyright© KatherinesCorner.com
Book Review-The Best Of Me by Nicholas Sparks
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Let me begin by saying-I liked the book. But, even though I am already a fan of Nicholas Sparks, I do wish he didn’t always like to kill off the characters in so many of his stories. The tragic dysfunctional family and flashbacks were insightful. I was surprised when he introduced a paranormal aspect to the story. This was a book club selection for the Katherines Corner Book Club that was well liked. I see a television movie possibility here too.Copyright© KatherinesCorner.com
Book Review-Set Free To Live Free, Saundra Dalton-Smith, MD
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Dr Smith shares ways to break free from the seven lies women tell themselves. She does it through short stories and bible references and she does it well. She keeps the reader focused with challenges to accept ourselves. She uses encouragement and inspiration and pushes you to be spontaneous. This book comes complete with an eight week study guide. Recommend it for those seeking to improve their lives in a positive manner. A copy of this book was provided by the author in exchange for an honest review.Copyright© KatherinesCorner.com
Book Review-On Lavender Lane, JoAnn Ross
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On lavender lane gets your attention in the very beginning with a very embarrassing moment for celebrity chef Madeline Durand. We journey with her to a safe place on lavender lane where sadness begins to mend steadily, as we share the rekindling of a lost love. Good food and conversation especially from the comfort of your grandmother’s kitchen can heal many things. I see a Lifetime Movie in the future. This was a book club selection for the Katherines Corner book club. It is an uplifting novel. Predictable but a fun read.Copyright© KatherinesCorner.com
Book Review Bloom-Finding Beauty In The Unexpected, Kelle Hampton Hardcover Available on Amazon and at Fine Booksellers Everywhere $24.99 Kindle $11.99
You know that book…. the one that grabs you by the heart strings. The one that draws you in so quickly it’s almost like the world around you somehow blurs. Where the only sound you hear is the brushing of your hand against the pages as you turn each one. You know that book? Bloom, is that book. Written beautifully. Each word is like a precious letter written by a friend, complete with photographs. Kelle shares, yes she shares and after you read this book you will be happy she shared with you. This was a book club selection for the Katherines Corner book club.Copyright© KatherinesCorner.com
Book Review of My Private Sessions: Intimate Secrets To Unlock Your Potential by Marty L. Ward paperback $20
Through this diary of self-learning the author provides insights and awareness in embracing your own authenticity and developing acceptance of self. The author encourages you to embrace your own uniqueness through an intimate and detailed journey of her letting go of self-doubt and realizing the belief that the universe is a generous place which allows us to learn lessons over and over again. It is a sincere and open book journaling the author’s acceptance and openness through her personal process of transformation and healing.
It is important to note that this book, although a “self-help” book , is a unique personal journey and is not meant as a quick how to fix your life book. Every book of this nature should be read with an open mind. Even if you only take away a bit of self-discovery.The author’s intent is to help you reach your goals too.
*Note*The print size in this book is very small.Copyright © KatherinesCorner.com
Book Review – How Can I Run A Tight Ship When I’m Surrounded By Loose Cannons by Kathi Macias
I loved reading this book. Kathi shares her quest to live the life of a Proverbs 31 woman. Documenting with humor all of life’s foibles and blessings along the way. It is a lovely book for women who are tirelessly trying to steer their ships in the right direction. The lessons she learns from unlikely sources only prove to show that God is the master of all ships. Additional note: I also really enjoyed the Make it Personal section at the end of the chapters, it is a wonderful way to do just that.Copyright © KatherinesCorner.com
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William Paul Young makes it easy to lose any sign of “fiction” in his telling of this story and instead allows you to participate in an enriching experience of forgiveness. It provides both spiritual and emotional impact. I do not personally agree with his description of the trinity and with some of his other religious references (this is a work of fiction and does not follow the bible accurately). But, the shack is an enlightening story that opens your heart and your mind to many things most already know to be true. It was a pure joy to read and left me fulfilled.Copyright © KatherinesCorner.com 
I am a longtime fan of Ms. Turners work on screen and was anxious to read her autobiography; I’m not sure this was it. Her overly confident way of writing provides a lot of interesting details about her life as “she remembers” them. I found her behind the scenes stories about working with Hollywood legends particularly bold. Her battle with rheumatoid arthritis and alcoholism provide unexpected insight into her life as well. This book must have been very cathartic for Ms. Turner to write. Although entertaining, it did not read like an autobiography. But, it did provide some very “juicy” details about her Hollywood life.Copyright © KatherinesCorner.com 
A wonderful “in your face” Laugh out loud, snort and giggle book. Well written and full of wit and wisdom this follow up to Ms. McCarthy`s Belly Laughs: The Naked Truth about Pregnancy and Childbirth Continues to provide her readers with a realistic and hilarious look at many of the fun, funny, challenging, and sometimes embarrassing moments of Motherhood, marriage and moving on.Copyright © KatherinesCorner.com
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