Monthly Archives: August 2009

I Know This Much Is True By Wally Lamb

Posted on August 24, 2009 by UK Chica

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Defiance

Posted on August 17, 2009 by UK Chica

This movie is based upon a true story.  That should make us stop and think.  These stories need to be continued to be told so we don’t repeat mistakes but also to see how freedom is very costly and rarely … Continue reading →

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Father Dowling Mysteries by Ralph McIrney

Posted on August 15, 2009 by UK Chica

For fun and light reading, McIrney is great.  Not too schmaltzy.  Likeable characters in familiar surroundings.  These are great reads for holidays whether you’re on a beach or taking a break over Thanksgiving weekend.  They are quick reads with mostly … Continue reading →

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Push

Posted on August 14, 2009 by UK Chica

OK – so oftentimes when my kiddo wants to watch a movie I bring a book or a crossword so I can multi-task.  This time was no different except, I didn’t look down at the book much at all.  Quite … Continue reading →

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Fire and Ice by J.A. Jance

Posted on August 13, 2009 by UK Chica

As a huge fan of Jance mysteries I did eat this one up.  Both Beaumont of the S.H.I.T. squad from Washington as well as Brady from Bisbee.  Well as usual this read really quickly and as a result didn’t add … Continue reading →

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