Proud Patrick by Michael Aloysius O'Reilly This book was different in a good way for me.  I enjoyed the style of writing very much.  I don't like reading about all the drinking because this has caused problems in many families but so do other things.  I'm not a big drinker myself maybe once a year. … Continue reading Cruisin’ through books cause books make life worth living with Aly 9/2/2015 part 9

 Brooding City by Tom Shutt I enjoyed this book very much.  I wouldn't mind seeing a version of it my a PS game or PC game.  I love stories of mystery and murder. This book even has a couple stories lines going on at once.  It kept me wanting to read more and kept me … Continue reading Cruisin’ through books cause books make life worth living with Aly 9/2/2015 part 8

Ghost Orchid by D.K. Christi I enjoyed this book a little more than the prequel.  The cover on this book is very eye catching to me as well.  I have not seen a Ghost Orchid but this book makes me want to.  It had a role in the book as well.  The story was compelling … Continue reading Cruisin’ through books cause books make life worth living with Aly 9/2/2015 part 7

Bamboo Ring by D.K. Christi I enjoyed this prequel.  I think I enjoyed the characters and how the book showed what could be real life "behind the curtain".  It also show the good and bad of marriage.  The title may throw you off a bit but this book is worth I read.  * I received … Continue reading Cruisin’ through books cause books make life worth living with Aly 9/2/2015 part 6

Angels Play Pianos by Pat Estelle  I really enjoyed this book.  It touched me.  I love to play the piano but I have not had much time as an adult.  There was sad moments for me and happy moments for me in this book.  I think it is definitely worth a read.  * I received … Continue reading Cruisin’ through books cause books make life worth living with Aly 9/2/2015 part 5

 Calhoun: Sacrifice by Joe Mansour This was a good twist book for me.  I enjoyed it very much.  I can understand a guy down and out with only his daughter left in the world.  I enjoyed the characters and the story line very much.  It made me miss my dad.  * I received this book … Continue reading Cruisin’ through books cause books make life worth living with Aly 9/2/2015 part 4

When They Shine Brightest by Yordan Zhelyazkov I'm sorry to say I was not that into this book.  I found the plots confusing going through time lines and it just did not keep my interest.  I think the author had a good idea in the book but something about it didn't click with me.  I … Continue reading Cruisin’ through books cause books make life worth living with Aly 9/2/2015 part 3

Change by Victor A. Davis Wow change! This book could really be about anything and everything.  In my line of work change is almost everyday.  What do you do with change?  How does change affect you?  Check out this good short story and see what you think this author's idea of change is!  * I … Continue reading Cruisin’ through books cause books make life worth living with Aly 9/2/2015 part 2

Gingerbread by Victor A. Davis This short story was different from what I would think of as a short story.  I enjoyed it.  It was a little dark and I like that.  Guess I'm crazy sometimes.  This story with kids as main characters at first I didn't think it could be very dark but not … Continue reading Cruisin’ through books cause books make life worth living with Aly 9/2/2015 part 1