Frances and Bernard by Carlene Bauer

This was an intriguing and heart-wrenching book. Beautifully written with deep and interesting characters. I also enjoyed the religious discussions that were challenging for me to understand. Great writing and great humor. I think I'll read it again so I can comment more fully. I must also remember to lend it to Kathy Kovarik. I think she would appreciate it.

Cinder by Marissa Meyer

It's surprising to me that so many reviewers on Amazon had such high praise for such a vapid book! My dear sister Ann, whom I treasure as much as life itself, recommended it too. But I'm sorry to say, the characters were shallow, the setting dreadful, the conversations predictable, and the plot empty. Out it goes.