Welp, unfortunately I can't tell you the whole behind the scenes look at what it took to get The "X-Files Phenomenom" going (It will take Forever and a Day, plus I wouldn't want to spoil the joy of you reading it), but I can say this is worth the money. Find out what it took to get the show on the road, how it was for everyone when they first got together, to the time they had to leave Their Vancouver Home where it All Started.
Written by Tom Braidwood (Fohike of the Lone Gunmen) so you know there is more than what an ordinary journalist can get a hold of. I guess you can call this Book "The little Diary of Tom Braidwood, and Friends."

Learn Everything you need to know about how They found the perfect location for each episode from Seasons 1-5, and find out how the weather was at the time of filming. . . hmmmm. It also has many Black and white pictures for your enjoyment, some funny, and others that illustrates how each set looked at the time of filming. It's definitely a keeper.

This book was an excellent read for myself, an X-Files fan and a resident of Vancouver. It expresses the love and dedication that all the X-Files crew members had for the show.

Anyone who likes the X-Files will get a kick out of reading the various stories behind acquiring all the locations for the show. A synopsis of *every* episode shot in BC is given, making this a useful episode guide as well.

After reading the book, I can say I am truly lucky to live in a city that stood for so many diverse places during the X-Files run.

After watching Sunday's finale episode, I pulled out my "X Marks the Spot" book to reminisce about the "good ol'days" when the X-Files was filmed in Vancouver - which was seasons 1-5. This book, written by Louisa Gradnitzer and Todd Pittson (who were location managers on the X-Files for 5 years) and an introduction by Tom Braidwood (also known as Frohike of the Lone Gunmen), shows the viewer the places that the X-Files filmed in Vancouver, a map to show where they are located and behind the scene facts about the episodes.

What is great about this book, it is split into seasons and episodes so that you can find your favorite episode, what locations were used for it and trivia about the filming of it.
This book also contains black and white behind the scenes photos featuring the cast, crew, buildings, props, cast parties and the final shots from Vancouver, which closes the book.

This book is a must if you're an X-Phile planning on visiting Vancouver.

This is a great biography of Louisa May Alcott, in the fact that it is written in a style similar to her own (Which, as anyone who's ever read her work can tell you, is no small feat!) The reason I give it four stars is that at times, it seems to focus a little too much on things that didn't really seem important to the telling of HER life. Overall, though, a wonderful read!

I absolutley loved Invincible Louisa. The book is full of character, and almost each person is described fully. Corneila Meigs seemes to have a special understanding of the Alcotts. I liked how Invincible Louisa had so much description. It is one of my favorite books, and I reccomend it to people who like Little Women.

This is an incredible book, and the most incredible thing about it is that it is true. In this book, you can see how Louisa May Alcott's 'Little Woman' is based on the true story of Louisa and her sisters. If you liked 'Little Woman,' you'll like this book.

This Black Lace novel had a lot of good things going for it. There was a strong plot, which isn't always the case with erotic novels, and the characters are developed. There is one big problem with the book. None of the characters are likeable. I wanted them all to end up unhappy.

The supposed heroine is Melanie, a young woman who married a man old enough to be her grandfather. This book pretty much ducks the issue, but an earlier book has her bragging about marrying for money. In the first chapter her husband dies while she is in the midst of having sex with a man she's just met. She inherits the old man's money, to the dismay of his grandson, Ric, who had been the old man beneficiary before Melanie's brief marriage. However, it's hard to sympathize with Ric, who had not bothered to visit his grandfather in over 25 years, despite pleas from the old man. Ric disguises himself in order to trick Malanie into marrying him, so he can get his hands on the money. Meanwhile, Pieter, a former lover of Melanie's begins to woo her, but what are his motives? Add in Deli, Ric's amoral sister, and you have a whole cast of unlikable characters who actually deserve each other, but not in a good way. Who will Melanie choose, and will his love be true. Who cares?

Which of course makes it difficult though not impossible to review from a man's point of view ....

I have noticed that in the Black Lace series of erotic literature the eroticism is more broad based and sensual than the classic Vitorian erotic literature that was generally if not exclusively written by males .... It delves into the mind of the female characters of the book making the love and sex scenes that much more erotic ..

Needless to say, this book and plot contains some very very strong women who are not hestiant in putting their finger, if other things, on what they really want and usually get.

The story is set in 1870's Australia which is interesting since one could hardly accuse Austrlians of being a matriarchal society making women such as Melanie and delie that much more interesting ...

This was my first Louisa Francis book and it made me crave more. She's my favorite writer of erotic romance novels. Her female characters are feminine but strong and are not afraid to take advantage of their sexual urges at every opportunity. Men find them irresistable and they don't disappoint.

Ms. Dixon exhibits her mastery of it all (plot, language, suspense, credibility, characters, and action) in this remarkably well-written first novel. Absent an unavoidable interruption, this would have been a single-seating read for me. Bravo, and bring on the sequel...

Louisa Dixon creates a compelling story through the eyes of a character, in many ways, based on her life. She weaves a web of southern politics, corruption inside government life, and heartbreak. She writes of incidents that very well could have happened, as well as imagining those that did not occur. Her story is fast pace and easy to follow which allows you to read a 300 page book, easily, in two days. It is a captivating novel which I recommend to all.

Deep in the heart of Dixie, Laura Owen is appointed Commissioner of Public Safety and head of the State Patrol in a brazen political move by Governor Gibbs Carver, a two-term lame duck who is readying himself for the national spotlight. Owen was chosen because of her successful investigations of government corruption. This sets the scene of "Next to Last Chance" (Genesis Press $24.95) by Louisa Dixon, who like her protagonist, served as Commissioner of Public Safety for the State of Mississippi from 1988 to 1992 and as Director of Investigative Audits for the State Auditor's Office from 1984 through 1988. She is the only women to ever head a state law enforcement body. During her time in office Dixon saw a lot of corruption and too much good-ole-boy politics. She puts her experiences, both real and imagined, to paper in "Next to Last Chance" and she does it with brilliant style. Laura Owen is much like the author. She's petite, but she packs a wallop. In the story, Governor Carver appoints Laura to office to further his own career in politics, to help build up his record on crime-fighting and to boost his image with women. Waiting in the wings to take his place as governor is Alex Markham, United States Attorney and the chief federal prosecutor. He uses his drug prosecutions to strengthen his public image until Laura puts a stop to his plans by severely disrupting the flow of illegal drugs. Dixon writes with expert authority about what she knows - law enforcement, politics and corruption in the south. "Next to Last Chance" is first in a series that will leave the reader wanting more. It is available through your favorite book store.

Louisa Dixon is an old childhood friend which makes reading her books so much more exciting.I see little bits of Louisa(Weezi) in every sentence and love reading both of her books.As a single parent myself I enjoy seeing Laura Owen juggle job, family and life in general and do a magnificent job of it too. Continue the writing Ms. Dixon, I can't wait for many more books to come.My entire family is now hooked on your books. They are so real.

Louisa Dixon welcomes us to the continuing saga of Laura Owen and her struggles as Commissioner of Public Safety and the Highway Patrol. A fast paced, easy read, Outside Chance, explores southern politics at its worst. Owen,trying to balance, single motherhood, a high stress career, and a life, confronts the crooked and dangerous side of state politics. Very hard to put down.

Outside Chance is tight and fast-paced and believable. I read Louisa's first book, Next to Last Chance, and thoroughly enjoyed it. This second book is better! Her expertise as former chief of the Mississippi State Patrol gives authenticity to the book and makes it that much more enjoyable. Laura Owen is more than a woman in a poweful position in a male-dominated organization. She's a widow with a child, facing issues of personal loss and the politics that are an inevitable part of her job. The book is a wonderful read. One I could not put down.

These are the life stories of four remarkable women,the Lennox sisters,daughters of the 2nd Duke of Richmond and great grandaughters of Charles the second of England and his mistress,Louise de Keroualle,and was taken from the thousands of letters which circulated amongst them over their lifetimes. The author,Stella Tilyard has meticulously recounted not only the letters,but also the social customs,fashions in clothing and house decorating and the whole way of life amongst the aristocrats of London and Dublin of that era which spans the years of the reigns of George 2nd,George 3rd and the Prince Regent. Each of these sisters lived an extraordinary life,having been educated far above the usual standard required of upper class young women of their day.There is quite a bit of English political history included in the book(which is why I deducted one star),but although this can get a bit ponderous at times,doesn't distract from the overall story.I thoroughly enjoyed it and am looking forward to seeing the t.v.series.

These are the life stories of four remarkable women,the Lennox sisters,daughters of the 2nd Duke of Richmond and great grandaughters of Charles 2nd of Great Britain and his mistress Louise de Keroualle, and was taken from the thousands of letters which circulated amongst them over their lifetimes.The author,Stella Tillyard has meticulously recounted not only the letters but also the social customs,fashions in clothing and house decorating and the whole way of life amongst the aristocrats of London and Dublin of that era which spans the years of the reigns of George 2nd,George 3rd and the Prince Regent. Each of these sisters lived an extraordinary life,having been educated far and above the usual standard required of upper class young women of their day.There is quite a bit of English political history included in the book,but although this can get a bit ponderous at times,doesn't distract from the overall story.I thoroughly enjoyed it and am looking forward,eagerly,to the t.v. series.

Stella Tillyard does an amazing job bringing the Lennox sisters to life. I felt as though I knew each sister quite well once I had finished the book---and I only wished I could have spent even more time with them.
Sarah Lennox's story was undoubtedly the most interesting (early on she was tapped as a possible wife for George III, she then fell into an unhappy marriage, embarked on a scandalous affair, was divorced, and then ultimately found happiness with a man who came from a social background beneath hers). Lennox's comment that "she only knew true happiness after the age of 36" was especially poignant after reading abt her privileged upbringing. Despite her unhappiness, Lennox managed to live life to the fullest.
In fact, all of the sisters managed to live life to the fullest---from Caroline who eloped with the radical Henry Fox to Emily who passed through all of the stages of marriage (from happiness to dissatisfaction which ultimately caused her to have an affair).
I can't recommend this book too highly---my only regret after reading it was that I would never be able to meet and hang out with any of the Lennox sisters!

This was a good book. In it, 13 year old Beth tries to save a horse from being beaten and sold at auction. But it's not easy with the horse's cruel owner determined to get money off the horse.

It was beautiful. The words have the vividness, feeling, emotion, meaning, and styl just as if they were coming from Louisa May Alcott herself. All your favorite characters: Meg, Jo, Beth, Amy, Marmee, Laurie, and Aunt March are here as well as some new ones. My favorite reference to Little Women is when Beth is contemplating over how shy she is and how her sisters have wild castles in the air for when they leave home, and she wonders why she has no wish to leave home or any dreams away from being with her family.

Rose In Bloom is an interesting book about a girl who lives with her uncle. Her aunts wish her to be introduced into society after Rose had returned from a two year voyage around the world. One of her cousins wished her hand in marriage, but had changed so dramatically since she left on her voyage that she had struggle with him to make good choices. Besides this cousin, Rose had more suitors than she cared to deal with, because she was of marrying age with a great fortune and a kind heart. Finally, in the end, tragedy strikes Rose and her family, but the sun appeared again and brought light back into their lives with a wonderful ending. I love reading and Rose In Bloom offers enough enjoyment, sorrow and romance that I was farely satified with the overall picture it created. (I would recommend this book for girls). Personally, I would suggest reading Eight Cousins before Rose In Bloom, because it would be rather difficult to understand all the details of what was happening and who was who if you started with the latter. Enjoy!

"Rose in Bloom" is one of my favorite books ever. I like it more than any other Louisa May Alcott book, although its predecessor "Eight Cousins" is a sweet story in its own right. I can't find many romances that don't make me blush, but "Rose in Bloom" not only doesn't embarrass me, it makes me feel quite virtuous. ^_^ "Rose in Bloom" is so delightfully Victorian and unabashedly idealistic and romantic. The characters are all quite loveable and the plot, although firmly rooted in its time, resonates even now. The story is incredibly emotionally involving, I cry whenever I read this book -- even at a bus stop once! However, it's not a sad book; it ends very happily. (The scene with the quill pen just makes me need to call up a friend and squeal about the cuteness of it all.) When I find that mere words on a page can make the world seem to light up with happiness and goodness, I know I have found an incredible book. I highly recommend it to anyone who likes wonderful characters, a charming and earnest narrative, and a cute romance.

The story of Rose and how she comes of age is certainly idealized, but don't we need more ideals these days? She is rich and rather sheltered, but she faces the same peer pressure, the same temptations with boys, the same problems with friends and romance. Even Charlie's struggle with drinking is as fresh and relevant today as it was then. She also promotes an independent, even feminist, attitude, but without losing sight of the importance of feminine talents and virtues. I didn't discover this book until I was in my 20s, even though I had been a Little Women fan since childhood, but since then I've read "Eight Cousins" and other Alcott classics, and I wouldn't be without them. My daughter is learning to read now, and I can't wait to introduce her to Rose!

I have read the book Little Women and I thought it was excellent, but this book Amy's story bored me to death. I don't know why, but I really didn't like it.

This is a good book for your young reader before she is old enought to read the book Little Women i suggest to show her the movies little women and little men both good movies and get the books for her when she is old enough to read them for they are quite long or make it a family event and read them to her!!!

I loved this book! This was one of the PORTRAITS OF LITTLE WOMEN which tell about the March sisters when they were ten years old. Amy wants her photograph taken, and decides to save up her money so she can get it taken. Then her father has to go fight in the Civil War, and Amy decides to get him a gift instead - one that will cheer him up when he's far away from home. I also read MEG'S STORY, JO'S STORY, BETH'S STORY, MEG MAKES A FRIEND, and BETH MAKES A FRIEND and I can't wait to read JO MAKES A FRIEND and AMY MAKES A FRIEND.