What a beautiful sad story. I really felt like I was there the whole time. It really makes me think about how lucky I am compared to her.

Twopence To cross The mersey is an outatanding book in which a great struggle is displayed, it made me feel like I was a part of Helen's life.

Haunting story of the great Depression in northern England from the viewpoint of a young girl. You share the hunger and bewilderment and struggle to survive. Told beautifully.

This is a really fun little graphic novel, loaded with great artwork and a decent storyline. I wouldn't recommend it as a first-time read for anyone unfamiliar with the X-Men - taken out of context from the overall series - it might be a somewhat confusing introduction. But for those who know the characters and have a general idea of what is going on, believe me, this one delivers the goods.

In the past, I have generally hated the X-Men's adventures in the Savage Land, or whenever they would go to outer space or get into really super sci-fi type situations. I always felt the X-Men stories worked much better when they were grounded in very normal, down-to-earth settings, because it made the X-Men themselves stand out and seem that much weirder. But this book is an exception to the rule. It's a big, crazy, larger-than-life adventure, part of which takes place in the prehistoric Savage Land, and part of which gets hyper technological, and it works out OK.

The artwork is tough and gritty. Jim Lee draws a mean, shadowy, ugly Wolverine who kills lots of villains and looks like he needs to take a shower very badly.

And Lee's women - whoa. This book contains more gratuitous cheescake shots than any X-Men graphic novel I've seen, but it's all very pleasing to the eye. Especially the scenes with Rogue, whose bare skin can kill anyone she touches and thus, understandably, was always the one major female character who kept herself completely covered at all times. This was the first storyline in the series where they finally drew her as a scantily-clad, sexy heroine. A real treat for male Rogue-fans who'd been reading the series patiently for years.

This storyline also chronicles the transformation of innocent young Psylocke into a mature woman trained in the art of Ninjitsu, and she becomes an ultra-violent, sexy bad girl. And then there are cameo appearances by other Marvel superheroes, namely Captain America (from the Avengers series) and The Black Widow (from the Daredevil series). All in all, it's a satisfying, action-packed, well-drawn, crowd-pleasing comic book in trade-paperback format.

X-Men Visionaries Jim Lee trade paperback Is a great X-Men graphic Novel by Jim Lee! the book reprints Uncanny X-Men issues #248,#256-258,#268-269,#273-277 are reprinted together in this wonderful Marvel book collection! This book contains the early Uncanny X-Men issues that made Jim Lee famous! All the issues are written by Chris Claremont with artwork by Jim Lee. These issues lead to the popular Claremont/Lee colaboration on X-Men#1 in 1991. Most of the artwork was done by Jim Lee. Uncanny X-Men #273 was done by various artists. Buy this book if your fan of X-Men and Jim Lee. Highest Possible Recommendation!

This is a great X-Men: Visionaries Jim Lee graphic Novel! This is Jim Lee's early work on the Uncanny X-Men series! This Marvel Tradepaperback reprints Jim Lee's early years when he was the comic book artist on Uncanny X-Men. In this book reprints Uncanny X-Men#248,#256-258,#268-269, #273-277. His early work on the Uncanny X-Men in the early 1990s, lead to to the critically aclaimed Clarmont/Lee work on X-Men #1 in 1991. All the Uncanny X-Men issues are written by Chris Claremont. Most of the artwork is drawn by Jim Lee. Unncany X-Men#273 is drawn by various artist. Buy this book if your a big fan of X-Men and Jim Lee. Highest Possible Recommendation.

To begin with, every reader of this book should first read the poem "Hugh Selwyn Mauberly" by Ezra Pound, since this fictional persona of Pound's ends up being the central character of this fascinating book. The book works mainly on two levels: 1.) That of the intrigues, relationships and a certain "cabal" surrounding the rise of the Fascists and Nazis to power and their eventual defeat, all plausible (I did some research), and historically based, which makes the book the page-turner that it is. 2.) The embedded questionings of human motivations and actions and meditation-provoking sections futher calling into question what ultimately comprises history.

This second aspect is what makes the book more than just your average historical thriller. Findley has a fine manner of putting events into a poetic, philosophical cast. - But the book meanders a bit much, and somehow lacks a certain panache and poetic/philosophical heft that detracts from its effectiveness- Perhaps this is inevitable in a book that weaves in and out of so many different intrigues, betrayals and deceptions while at the same time employing a prose style that is downright contemplative at times. In other words, the two levels don't quite seem to mesh as they should.

Aside from a little muddlednesss, however, this is a very fine piece of literature. It will having you turning the pages in excited bewilderment while at the same time pondering the questions it provokes about mankind and history.

There is an intriguing passage in the middle of Mauberly's narrative where he imagines a future historian, a "dread academic, much too careful of his research" who will completely botch things in his account of these times "because he will not acknowledge that history is made in the electric moment, and its flowering is all in chance....There is more in history of impulse than we dare to know."---So, can a "true" history be written after all? Or does a fictional account, such as this book containing a narrative written by a fictional character, have the famous last words?

Timothy Findley's new novel is the result of a poetic and limitless imagination which goes beyond the confines of national boundaries and places him securely among the most original creative writers in the twentieth century. With a rich, brilliantly crafted plot, this novel of gripping international intrigue is one of his best yet. Ingenius characters and a fantastic plot make this novel a brilliant example of Findley's genius. A captivating piece of fiction.

This is available in New York Stores. Fascinating novel of intrigue and suspense

This is the first Linda Windsor book I have read. It was a little difficult to begin with but was an incredible story of how God can change anyone's heart. It is also a great story of forgiveness and reconciliation.

This book was so wonderful that I just could not put it down. And now it's loaned out I think I'll buy another (just in case it goes the rounds). I loved the natural, unobtrusive way that God is whom this family's lives revolve around. Kathryn was on the verge of divorce because her husband Nick was such a workaholic that he had no time for family or for faith. As they are both the most important things in Kathryn's life, I could understand her hurt. They are also the only things in life that really matter to me. So when Nick bops in after being declared dead 5 years before, Kathryn is very skeptical about his claims of faith found in a prison camp. Forgiveness is very difficult for us all, but as I recall, Jesus said that we must forgive others before he can forgive us. Food for thought.

This book is by far, the most absloutely wonderful book I've ever read that not only has great morals, (And one cool ending...) But, it's written to not have all that disgusting stuff in it that these non-christain writers use now. This is one awesome book! I have read on Miss Windsors books, and she has some good ones out there! I hope ya'll will read more of her books also, she's a wonderful writer, so talented!

This is a fun and delightful read, a very refreshing romantic comedy. Sunny Elders goes on a cruise with her family, while Dan Jarett goes on the same cruise to find out the truth about his new stepfather. Two people with two different purposes for being there. The two keep bumping into each other again and again, until they begin to fall in love. Predictable? Yes! Funny, of course! Its a fun read, however if you're tired of the same predictable romance novels then this might not be for you.

Though I enjoyed reading it, I'd say that I wouldn't read it again. It's just too predictable and reminds me of other romance books, so if you're like me you might want to skip it. However its a very clean book, the author does bring in some Christian perspective and the importance of trust, and I'd reccomend it to those who enjoy these type of books.

Another reason why I've given this book 3 stars is because its not written very well, its written too simply in my opinion. Well to each his own, I guess. This might be better for those that want an easy read.

I think she looked into my life and wrote this book! I am the clumsy one and me husband the straight man. Very funny book with just the right amount of romance!

I have only recently begun reading "inspirational fiction" because of my growing disenchantment with the usual content of fiction these days. I was skeptical. I expected heavy handed sermons, but Linda Windsor doesn't give that. She does have a serious message, but that message is packaged in a delightful box! I thought the two main characters were very funny, and as a klutz myself I could both laugh and sympathize with Sunny's accidents. This was my first Linda Windsor book, but it won't be my last.

If you want to choose between the book and the movie (Avalanche Express, starring Lee Marvin, George Shaw, Linda Evans), read the book. It's more suspenseful and more detailed. Given the confined space of the action (most of it happens on a train going from Italy to Holland), it is amazing how many twists and gripping action scences MacLean worked into the plot. Well worth reading.

Another excellent thriller based on a storyline by Alistair MacLean. It is one of the sries of books telling about the Strike Force One of the UNACO. The action takes place in Europe as a train with a nuclear bomb as a cargo is racing to it's deadly destination, while the UN agents are trying to stop it. An excellent thriller with unexpected twists and a great ending.

This book is so incredibly unbelievable it boggles the mind,
especially since it is written with an attempt to appear
credible. That anyone with the low rank of housemaid or
equivalent should be as chummy with the Queen as Jane Bee, the
main character, is is utterly ridiculous. It is also
preposterous to believe that anyone could be such a busy-body
and display so much gaul and get away with it. C. C. Benison is
a Winnipegger, and as a Winnipegger myself, I apologize on
behalf of the rest of the residents of my fair city.

I love the C.C. Benison stories. For those of you who are royalists or at least interested in the British royal family, you can't beat these tales for an inside scoop of life at court. Whomever Mr/Ms Benison is, he/she knows a lot about the royals and spins her tales with fabulous details and humor.

Jane Bee, a Canadian serving as housemaid in the Royal Household, assists THE QUEEN in solving these terribly inconvenient murders. Jane's father is a cop, so she comes by her detective skills naturally. All three "Death at . . ." books are a hoot. I consider them comic cozies, my favorite mystery genre.

This was a truly bizarre, and sad, story of the final days of this larger-than-life woman. Maitre Blum was a woman obsessed by, and in love with, the Duchess. The amount of control M. Blum held, and the ferocity with which she held on to it are truly scary forces to see. As a follow-up to the death of the Duchess, read the essay in Dominick Dunne's collection about the disposition of her estate by the hand of M. Blum.

This book is a mystery novel, journalist's feature story and biography all in one. Telling the story through the author's attempts to uncover the truth surrounding Wallis' life after the death of the Duke keeps the suspense-level high. It grabbed my interest and held it to the end. If you are at all interested in the Windsors' story, this book completes the story of Wallis' life and gives a few more details about their lives that previous books have not.

The long coda to the life of one of the twentieth century's most famous (infamous?) figures was played out in a French villa in an atmosphere of secrecy and intrigue that was at times bizarre. This book is extremely sharply written and is a reminder that the gothic mode is not the exclusive preseve of either fiction or the nineteenth century.

"Lord of the Far Island" by Victoria Holt is an intriguing tale of romance and danger that is well worth the read. With a fascinating and mysterious hero and a feisty, lovable heroine, Holt has succeeded in creating a tale that will keep readers interested.
Ellen Kellaway has lived with her abrasive and uncaring aunt Agatha since her mother died when she was only 5 years old. Completely used to being the "Poor Relation", Ellen has always had a tough time, but nothing her cruel aunt (actually a distant cousin) does can crush her fiery spirit and her positive outlook on life.
However, as time passes and Ellen grows from a girl into a woman, her future becomes less and less appealing. At the age of 18, Agatha informs Ellen that she will soon have to make her own way in the world and that she has found her a post as a governess for the honourable Mrs. Oman Lemming, a horrid woman who makes Agatha look like a saint.
It seems to Ellen that there is no way to escape her unpleasant future, until the son of a wealthy and influential family proposes to her. Thrilled with the idea of escaping her terrible fate of working for Mrs. Oman Lemming, Ellen accepts the proposal. But due to an awful tragedy, the wedding never takes place, and Ellen's future looks bleaker than ever.
Then, out of the blue, a letter arrives from a distant relative on her father's side of the family, asking Ellen to come and stay with him. Ellen can't believe her luck and accepts the invitation from the mysterious Jago Kellaway.
Once Ellen arrives on the Far Island the story really gets going. Ellen is drawn to Jago, but she constantly feels as if he is hiding some side of himself. As time passes Ellen falls in love with the island and Jago. Everything seems to be coming up roses; until a trip to a friend of her deceased father reveals a shocking secret that Jago has been keeping from her.
Now Ellen must try to figure out if Jago is truly in love with her as he claims, or if his motives for getting close to her are far more sinister.
"Lord of the Far Island" is a well-written and exciting book with an ending that will shock readers - I never saw it coming! The relationship between Jago and Ellen is expertly rendered, and Holt does a fantastic job of showing the true to life emotions that Ellen feels when she finally finds her place in the world. This book will leave readers sated and satisfied and I most definitely recommend it.

This book is much deeper than a romance. Victoria Holt examines the psychological side of finding ones family. She cleverly keeps you reading and falling more and more enchanted with dear Ellen, a girl who is so innocent with such a dark past. How will she escape the Island she was in love with? I loved this book and found myself here looking for more Victoria Holt books when I had finished reading it, a little less than 1 hour ago.

I just finished Lord of the Far Island last night, and it was a great read, classic Victoria Holt. While her newest works before her death are okay, they seem to lack the fire her early books, such as this, On the Night of the Seventh Moon, and The India Fan have. LOTFI was a little slow at first, but once Ellen arrives on the island, it began to pick up. The story twisted and turned, and the ending was a surprise! I had never anticipated what would happen!

hey dont listen to those guys who said this story doesnt deliver I have been reading comics for about fifteen years now and The Weapon-X story was one of the most creative and best written story's I have ever read, It leaves you in awe when you finish reading it. And one reviewer said it doesent tell you about his orgin, whatever dude. It tells you how and why he got his andamentium claws, NUFF SAID!! Barry Winsdor Smith is one of the pioneer's of modern comic book art and I still see a lot of his influence, and a whole lot of rip offs from the Weapon-X story line to this day. Well all of them pale in comparison to the original this is a truly classic work of art and anyone who likes Wolverine or the X-men or comics in general should have this collection. I have about 400 comics more or less(but ive owned way more)and most of them are good but I cant keep them all in my room so I have separated about 40 comics in a little box in my room from the 400 I keep in my basement and Weapon-X is in my room.

As I've said before in my other Wolverine graphic novel reviews, I am a true, hardcore fan of Wolverine. So is my sister, and when she bought this graphic novel and I read it, I was utterly blown away! This tells the origin of Wolverine and how he was turned into Weapon-X, the ultimate killing machine for the Canadian government. There is plenty of action in this graphic novel when Wolverine breaks out and takes out his feral and berserker rage on his experimentators. There's only one thing that puzzled me in this story, and that was the ending. Nevertheless, this was a great read with awesome action, suspense, and great comic art as well. It is essential to any Wolverine fan to read this!!!

The Weapon X TPB shows the story of one of Marvel Comics most popular characters, Wolverine. The plot details one of the most integral points in the characters life; when he was used as a human weapon by the orginization Weapon X and how he recieved the adamantium metal bonded to his skeleton. An excellent story and an interesting period of the characters life, its a great read for those not only interested in the character, but comic history as well.