I enjoyed this novel, written in 2003, because of the unusual plot. The story is of a girl who is kidnapped and lives by herself on a mountain with her animal friends. The author has written...
Are you one of those people who can't drive past a Yard Sale sign without pulling over to take a look? Love watching "Antiques Road Show" or "American Pickers?" Then Maureen Stanton's ...
Just watched this wonderful PBS series. If you were a fan of Monarch of the Glen or Upstairs, Downstairs, this one's for you! Set in Yorkshire in the early 20th century, the...
This book is narrated by 5 year old Jack and is one of those books that is difficult to stop reading (or listening to). Once it ended, I found myself missing Jack's voice and his interesting take...
I order a lot of the library's books, so I read lots of book reviews. When a book sounds interesting, I add it to a long list of books that I'd like to read. The other day I randomly chose one and...
Looking something different to watch? This 3-DVD set tells the story of the coming of age of 3 sisters and a brother in Ireland, just after the end of WWI. Living in poverty with their widowed...
Thought I'd see what all the hype was about and read Kathryn Stockett's book, The Help. Wow! If you haven't already read this, you're in for a treat. Set in Mississippi in 1960, the story is told...
I enjoyed this mystery/comedy movie because it gives such a fascinating look at the days of oldtime radio. This is set in 1939 and includes stars such as Christopher Lloyd and Mary...
This highly highly entertaining historical drama tells about two rival families in 18th century Cornwall, England. The twelve hours are filled with shipwrecks, smuggling...
Looking for something light & entertaining to listen to? I Went to Vassar...for This? by Naomi Neale just might fit the bill. Kathy, a 21st century advertising agency star is hit...