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Mr. Darcy Takes a Wife: Pride and Prejudice ContinuesMr. Darcy Takes a Wife: Pride and Prejudice Continues by Linda Berdoll
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The sensual pride and prejudice. though this book has the same character names, i found it best to look upon it as a seperate work and not a continuation. hard core austen fans will probably not like this book because it is so far removed from the original Pride and Prejudice, but i really enjoyed it. the characters seemed more like real people
Celia Garth (Giant Cardinal, GC-88)Celia Garth (Giant Cardinal, GC-88) by Gwen Bristow
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this has been one of my favorite books since middle school, i have read it more times than i could ever count.
The Winter MantleThe Winter Mantle by Elizabeth Chadwick
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Great historic romance. This book made me want to learn more about the time period. While reading this book, i kept my copy of the history of the british monarchy by my bed so that i could learn more about the historic events mentioned.
Thirteen Moons: A NovelThirteen Moons: A Novel by Charles Frazier
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though i didnt like this book as well as Cold Mountain, it was still worth reading.
Brave Enemies: A Novel of the American Revolution (Shannon Ravenel Books)Brave Enemies: A Novel of the American Revolution (Shannon Ravenel Books) by Robert Morgan
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This book is not quite as good as Gap Creek, but i just love Morgan's no nonsence apporch to writing.
Gap Creek: The Story of a MarriageGap Creek: The Story of a Marriage by Robert Morgan
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this book is the essence of what i love about robert morgan's books. the characters are so real to the point of being stark which allows him the ability to capture the past without being sentimental.
The Thirteenth Tale: A NovelThe Thirteenth Tale: A Novel by Diane Setterfield
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Honestly one of the better written books i have read in a long time.
Lord of Snow and Shadows: Book One of The Tears of ArtamonLord of Snow and Shadows: Book One of The Tears of Artamon by Sarah Ash
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I could not put down any of the books in this series. They all kept me up until the wee hours of the morning or until they were finished.
Prisoner of the Iron Tower (The Tears of Artamon, Book 2)Prisoner of the Iron Tower (The Tears of Artamon, Book 2) by Sarah Ash
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Children of the Serpent Gate: Book 3 of The Tears of ArtamonChildren of the Serpent Gate: Book 3 of The Tears of Artamon by Sarah Ash
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The AlchemistThe Alchemist by Paulo Coelho
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This is a story of finding one's way in life. its a great book to read during times of indecision.
CoralineCoraline by Neil Gaiman
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This book is kind of an odd dark fantacy. it is soon to be made into a movie. very fast read.
NeverwhereNeverwhere by Neil Gaiman
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Neverwhere is one of the most imagnative books i have read in a long time. There is also a wonderful mini series based on this book.
StardustStardust by Neil Gaiman
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Good Neil Gaiman fantacy. This Book is soon to be made into a movie. For more info: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0486655/
Howl's Moving CastleHowl's Moving Castle by Diana Wynne Jones
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i loved the movie, but the book is ten times better.
YsabelYsabel by Guy Gavriel Kay
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This book is action packed, and full of magic and mystery.
Star of the Morning (The Nine Kingdoms, Book 1)Star of the Morning (The Nine Kingdoms, Book 1) by Lynn Kurland
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Though a little predictable, its a good read when you are in the mood for the fantacy/romance genera
Keturah And Lord DeathKeturah And Lord Death by Martine Leavitt
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a beautifully written sligthly dark fairy tale
The RoadThe Road by Cormac McCarthy
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This book had depth that is often lost when writers choose to set their stories in fantastic locations. This book is deep thought prevoking and haunting.
Once Upon a Winter's Night (Once Upon)Once Upon a Winter's Night (Once Upon) by Dennis L. McKiernan
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I loved this book. it was a intersting twist on the cupid and psyche myth.
Once Upon a Summer Day (Once Upon A Time Series)Once Upon a Summer Day (Once Upon A Time Series) by Dennis L. McKiernan
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not bad, but kind of predictable.
Once Upon an Autumn EveOnce Upon an Autumn Eve by Dennis L. McKiernan
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the further i got into this series, the more formulatic it seems to get. if you choses to read the last two novels, then i do not recommend reading them close together.
Once Upon a Spring MornOnce Upon a Spring Morn by Dennis L. McKiernan
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this is the worst book in the series. i only listed it to give a full list of the series.
Solstice WoodSolstice Wood by Patricia A. McKillip
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A nice light read that doesnt require close attention thus a great vacation book. This book contained an interesting concept, but i couldnt help thinking while reading it that the author could have made it so much more indepth.
Beauty: A Retelling of the Story of Beauty and the BeastBeauty: A Retelling of the Story of Beauty and the Beast by Robin McKinley
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This book is light read, but has in intersting twist on an old story. Great when you want a fairytale.
DeerskinDeerskin by Robin McKinley
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This book is a fairy tale with a good moral that has more substance to it then a lot of fantacy genera books, but is probably to graphic for young for readers. This book is a good fast read.
SunshineSunshine by Robin McKinley
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I really loved the main character. it isnt often that authors in this genera create a character that reacts to situations like a normal person probably would.
Twilight (The Twilight Saga, Book 1)Twilight (The Twilight Saga, Book 1) by Stephenie Meyer
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Love does not even begin to describe it.
New Moon (The Twilight Saga, Book 2)New Moon (The Twilight Saga, Book 2) by Stephenie Meyer
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Even better than the first book! i cant wait for more.
Eclipse (The Twilight Saga, Book 3)Eclipse (The Twilight Saga, Book 3) by Stephenie Meyer
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I love Edward!
You Suck: A Love StoryYou Suck: A Love Story by Christopher Moore
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The author takes a rather practical approach to being a modern member of the undead including exploring the uses of sunless tanner.
LabyrinthLabyrinth by Kate Mosse
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This book is an intersting twist on grail lore.
ElantrisElantris by Brandon Sanderson
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This book is complex and very well put together.
The Children of HúrinThe Children of Húrin by J.R.R. Tolkien
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A must read for hard core Tolkien fans. This book contains lots of information about early Middle Earth and is more accessible then The Silmarillion. The Illistrations are beautiful.