The Mists of Avalon

How can I say this gently...this was 876 pages of text where 800 pages of it were sheer boredom. I had asked for this for Christmas a few years ago and was excited when I got it.
I love anything dealing with Camelot and it's stories.
Knowing that people either loved or hated this book I was excited to see how the author would change and use her characters in telling the story from a woman's point of view.
I know from history that the female role at this time was quite mundane...the author was able to capture that, all too well.
I also found the treatment of the pagan vs Christin religion quite boring as well.
I will not read this again and can not recommend it but would not tell you no if you had a desire to read this.

An Invitation to Exaltation

Another small, quick read. This "book" is basically a talk in printed, bound form.
It took me less than 45 minutes to read through it and think on it.

With all that, I still found it a nice break from the noise and chaos of the family gathering i was at when I read it.
He talks of why we are here, where we came from and where we are going. The basic simple questions LDS readers have heard answered time and time again, yet as I read this surrounded as I was with family, I smiled thinking it was some how more true and to the point.
May have been my surroundings, still a nice read.

The Remarkable Soul of a Woman

This was a really quick read, but I am still thinking on some of the simple thoughts that it gave.
I have loved the speaking style of Pres Uchtdorf and was pleased to see that it translates into writing easily.
This is the first book I have read from him.
The simple truths of how noble and remarkable women are was a good read.
His example of comparing the difference between male and female using cooking styles was novel.

If you have a spare hour and then some time to think on simple words, this is a read for you.

Jarka Ruus

This is the first book in another Shannara 3 book set.
I enjoyed this one. The characters from the previous set were presented but in true Terry Brooks style he introduces a "new generation" with new abilities.
I would not start with this book as your first in the Shannara world but following up from the Jerle Shannara books this is a welcome read.

Terry Brooks has been accused of just story telling and using the same plots over and over again...doesn't matter to me I enjoy his books.

Empire of IVORY

This is #4 in this series. While a great departure from the other action pack novels, it was interesting.
The main characters read well, and I enjoyed the few changes they had happen due to the problems they faced.
The ending was the best cliff hanger this author has done yet.

If you want to read about dragons being used in the war with England and France under Napoleon then start with Book 1 from this series.

It will be interesting to see where she goes with the story in the next book.

Jonathan Livingston Seagull

I first read this book in High School in the mid 70's. It was all the talk and rage. I remember my English teacher said it would be life changing for us and that we each would find something different. I remember that it was good and that we did each find something different in it.
I just reread this while waiting at my in-laws for the pizza to cook. (Yes it was that quick of a read)
I now am pretty sure what I thought back in 75. My English teacher was smoking pot.
The best thing about this book is that it is a quick read. I found it OK. It is not the life changing novel...but for me I have already thought (and have always know) that I can achieve higher ground if I just try and apply myself.

I wonder if it would be such a huge success today if it came out...not sure.

Dolphins of Pern

While not my favorite Pern Novel and not one that is one any ones must read list for Pern nots, I enjoyed this book.
I had started it several years ago but stopped, Think I got bored or was just Perned out at the time. But I did like this.
I would definitely say you need to read this after you have read Renegades of Pern, it will make more sense.
While it did not have the drama and action of a normal Pern novel (IMHO) I did find myself caring about the main characters by the end.
If you enjoy Pern then this is a must read.