Glenn Beck: The Redemptive Story of America's Favorite Political Commentator

This was a very quick, yet informative read. I read it tonight on my Literati while I watched Boo play outside.
If you love Mr. Beck or Hate him. Agree or disagree you have to admit his is a story worth reading about.
I have met Glenn and his wife once...they were extremely nice people. They were "real".
I thought I knew most of his story but this book held a few surprises while it brushed lightly on other parts I wish it had gone into more deeply.
Not a bad way to spend a hour or so.

At the Earth's Core

This is pure, escapist, set your current knowledge aside, type of read.
Having said that, I enjoyed the book. I know that the rest of the series becomes better (at least I remember it that way)
This is Burroughs doing what he does, write a story that will let your mind disappear. Back when this was first printed there were no movie special effects, 3D screens, no ipods or MP4 movies and one of the ways to escape was to dive into this type of read.

No one writes like Burroughs, at least in my mind.

Catching Fire

I really enjoy trioglys. Usualy the 2nd book is not the best of the 3 since it acts as a bridge between 1 and 3.
I have not read 3 yet but I can say I was pleased to see this was almost as good as the first.
The characters we saw in the first book are back with newly added ones. The plot makes sense and continues the storyline.
I listen to this on my ipod and loved  the voice.
Also what was an added pleasure was, after reading book 1 they announced who would be playing the characters in the movie.
Some I didn't know or care others hit the mark perfectly.
Even though this was a audio book I could see and hear Donald Sutherland as President Snow and Woody Harrelson as Haymitch are perfect!

This is a great read!

El Dorado

This book is part of the Scarlet Pimpernel books. I think it would be #5 in the list chronologically. Yet it reads as if it comes right after the first.
This book contains my favorite characters. Sir Blakney and his group always entertain.
The author weaves a great tale.
This first half of this book seemed to drag a bit. But once you reach the end you see that most of it is needed.
If you love the book Scarlet Pimpernel or even the play this is a welcome read.

I downloaded this free from Librivox and found the reader and quality to compare to one store bought. Some of the readers (well most) for Librivox are what you expect for free, but this was the exception.

My Soul Delighteth in the Scriptures

This is a collection of "essays" from various authors about how scripture study has touched their families and themselves.
I found it interesting and helpful.
Elder Asay chapter on reading the Book of Mormon was very insightful.
This books covers personal and family study.
Since each essay is a stand alone chapter it was an easy read over several weeks, not having to worry about where I left off or wanting to hurry and get to the next chapter to see what happens.

Finding Peace in Troubled Waters

I liked this book. I had the privilege long ago to have met the author and his wife.
The story of how he was able to go on with life after being dealt a horrible challenge is uplifting and insightful.

After reading about his problems I have no room to complain or be feeling sorry for myself.

Young Robin Hood

Popular children's book about the young Robin Hood, first published in 1899.
Considering the time this was written I found it a fun read. As I ended each page I found myself thinking how great this would be to read aloud to children.
Written way before ipods, MTV and Disney Channel this reads with good description.
A story about the son of the Sheriff that is lost in the forest and found and raised for a year by Robin and his men.
I have read a lot of the Robin Hood stories but had never come across this one or even a hint of it.
A short fun read.