A fascinating read about eighteenth century colonial life in Maine based on the diary of a wife mother, gardener and healer;numerous challenges and adventures. Notably, the great great grandmother of Mary Hobart, MD, an early American female physician and the great aunt of Clara Barton. The author, ulrich,fills in the cultural and social logical makeup of family, male and female roles as well as community, religious and political matters at the time. Lives of severe hardships and challenges. Martha lived a difficult and admirable life.

Light and whimsical modern fairy tale that plays into traditional tropes. Almost Dickensian in the overlapping coincidences and unlikely serendipity of a happy conclusion. Good enough that I felt a desire to read the other books in the series.

Siege and Storm is a very climatic and moving story. It will have you wondering what happens next. Leigh writes so fantasticly that every word has you on the edge of your seat. In Siege and Storm, you follow Alina as she goes back to Kanza but against her will. She acquires new magic and understanding of the power she has. She severs, uses and reconnects with certain connections. Siege and Storm is a great addition to the Shadow and Bone Trilogy, it fits right in with the dramatics and revelations of the series.

Very captivating it made me want to read more. It was very exciting

A novel about two best friends,,Elena and Lila; children ina poor neighborhood in Naples, Italy during the 1950’s. Although, they take different paths the bond of friendship remains. Their story continues in three subsequent books.

Bethlehem Library Book Club ( a library program) met on 7/10/23 in the community room. The discussion was led by volunteer Rebecca Hathaway for this July meeting. Each person brought a book or books that they would recommend to others. I discussed Yellowface, The Book Woman of Troublesome Creek (by Kim Michele Richardson), and Little Monsters (by Adrienne Brodeur). Individual participation was excellent and lively discussions ensued from the many books presented.

I read portions of this book to my dog, Matt and my cat, Georgie. I figured because Cussy read a passage from The Wind in the Willows to her mule, Junia, my pets would enjoy this novel. I loved the book. Matt and Georgie slept through my reading. I guess they would like it better if there were treats involved. No matter what, this is a terrific book.

It sounds like a cool journey.

I just finished 1st grade and I loved reading this book. Cluck is so funny!

I like that Elbow Grease never gave up.