After reading Seven Letters from Paris I was so delighted to read Samantha's latest novel. What a joy it was to revisit this wonderful writer and her After reading Seven Letters from Paris I was so delighted to read Samantha's latest novel. What a joy it was to revisit this wonderful writer and her new family. It was such a treat to read about all the joy, delicious food, breathtaking scenery, language misunderstandings, and best of all share in the love that was in abundance even in times of sadness. ...more
This is a book about courage, determination, a just cause to highlight and an insight into the logistics and sheer effort in both body and mind that iThis is a book about courage, determination, a just cause to highlight and an insight into the logistics and sheer effort in both body and mind that it takes to row across the Pacific. I loved it!!...more
A book filled with some stories of overcoming extreme hardship but most importantly this is a book filled with hope, love, determination, courage, ligA book filled with some stories of overcoming extreme hardship but most importantly this is a book filled with hope, love, determination, courage, light and belief. A truly beautiful book and one that can have a great impact on one's life. ...more
I had seriously never heard of Diane von Furstenberg when I saw this book but something made me want to read it. Not being the slightest bit interesteI had seriously never heard of Diane von Furstenberg when I saw this book but something made me want to read it. Not being the slightest bit interested in fashion I was surprised just how much I enjoyed reading about her charmed life. I loved that she encourages women, spoke about her failures, is a generous benefactor and that I got to take a peek into the life of a 'jet-setter'. I loved her writing style and her honesty. ...more
The Dalai Lama's cat weaves a delightful tail tale of buddhist tenets, friendship, The Dalai Lama, and India. Absolutely purrfect.The Dalai Lama's cat weaves a delightful tail tale of buddhist tenets, friendship, The Dalai Lama, and India. Absolutely purrfect....more
There hasn't been a Liz Byrski book that I haven't loved. Every time I read one I think they can't get better but they do. Friendship, love, and a secThere hasn't been a Liz Byrski book that I haven't loved. Every time I read one I think they can't get better but they do. Friendship, love, and a second chance come together in this wonderful and truly amazing book. ...more