| 1. The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks | 
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By: Rebecca Skloot
Publisher: Random House Audio
February 02, 2010
A an extremely interesting story and well-researched. My problem is with the author who made me feel at times like I was reading a high school essay. The book became tedious for me at times and while I was very fascinated with Henrietta Lacks I found the in depth conversations between the author and her family members quite pointless and rambling... more
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| 2. Courage and Consequence: My Life as a Conservative in the Fight | 
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By: Karl Rove
Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio
March 09, 2010
Whether you love, hate or are neutral about the politics of Karl Rove, he had a front row seat to American history for over 6 years at the White House. I really enjoyed that history from his perspective, as an advisor to the President. His facts and assertions in the book seem to be backed up by the truth. Karl Rove admits his flaws and mistakes in this book, which is refreshing in the political climate... more
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| 3. Three Cups of Tea: One Man's Mission to Promote Peace . . . One School at a Time |
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By: Greg Mortenson, David Oliver Relin
Publisher: Tantor Media
June 15, 2006
I am still in the process of reading this book, but it is so good, I have a hard time putting it down. Very,Very Interesting book. ... more
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| 4. Son of Hamas: A Gripping Account of Terror, Betrayal, Political Intrigue, and Unthinkable Choices |
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By: Mosab Hassan Yousef
Publisher: Tyndale Audio
March 02, 2010
I was blown away by this book. I read it in one day. You don't have to be a Christian to stand in awe at the commitment of this man to helping further peace and save lives, expose murderers, and confront corruption and hypocrisy. This book should be lauded by muslims, Jews, and Christians alike. It does not portray Muslims as the bad guy, only the corrupt systems the people labor under. I pray... more
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| 5. My Horizontal Life: A Collection of One-Night Stands | 
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By: Chelsea Handler
Publisher: Tantor Media
August 25, 2008
This book is a frickin' riot!! What I wouldn't give to hang out with Chelsea Handler for a night!! Some stories had me laughing to the point of exhaustion!... more
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| 6. The Politician: An Insider's Account of John Edwards's Pursuit of the Presidency and the Scandal That Brought Him Down |
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By: Andrew Young
Publisher: Tantor Media
February 22, 2010
Thanks to Andrew Young that we find out more what a slimy toad Edwards is. A lot of us had supported him in his first run for president; how lucky we are that he did not win. Edwards turned out to be everything that he said he wasn't, and to get mixed up with a woman when his wife was in treatment for cancer; is just unspeakable. I will never ever support another politician like I did Edwards... more
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| 7. Are You There, Vodka? It's Me, Chelsea |
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By: Chelsea Handler
Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio
April 22, 2008
This is one of the worst books I have read. The first chapter had some really funny parts, but as you get into the book it goes downhill really fast. I struggled to finish it and would not buy any more of her books. Reading it was like getting bamboo shoots under your fingernails... more
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| 8. The Blind Side: Evolution of a Game |
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By: Michael Lewis
Publisher: Random House Audio
September 26, 2006
The Blind Side has great information. I teach students like Michael and I found the story very inspirational. The football information was very interesting. However, if you are not into football, you can skip those chapters and still get all of Michael's story. The most valuable information for me was the facts about differences in the children from different economic classes which are apparent... more
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| 9. Half Broke Horses: A True-Life Novel |
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By: Jeannette Walls
Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio
October 06, 2009
I am coming into this review thread a little late, and so there really is not a lot that I can add, but I'll try.
First, I would like to say this without malice to some members (supposedly) of the Casey family who are upset over this book. The author was very clear about this book, i.e., it is a NOVEL; not a biography. If you feel you can do better, by all means, please write the book... more
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| 10. The Glass Castle: A Memoir |
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By: Jeannette Walls
Publisher: Recorded Books
2005-11
...hundreds of others. Your roulette of luck starts right away at the moment of conception. Then, how good, bad, boring or strange life can be?! Read it and decide how it was for Jennette Walls. Exceptional and unforgettable memoir... more
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