"False Convictions" by Tim Green

Whew, I'm glad I'm dne with this one!  False Convictions by Tim Green is one of the dumbest books I ever read.  I thought it would be good because it was about the Freedom Project but in this case the guy that was set free after 20 years was actually guilty after all.   This book just dragged along for me. 

The book was confusing to me and I had a hard time following what was going on.  Graham is a very wealthy man who is a well-known philanthropist who turns out to be a big crook who is on the board of The Freedom Project.  He was out to discredit a judge who refused to be "bought."  I was kind of lost throughout the book and really only liked the reporter, Jake, and the attorney, Casey.  It was very complicated with mafia connections tossed in.  

Once Dwayne, the guilty guy, was freed and Casey realized that she helped free a guilty man who killed again, because Graham set her up by managing to switch the DNA that would have proved he was guilty, she tried to correct the wrong.   


The book ends with a big chase which made no sense at all.  If you read this, I'd really be interested to see what you thought of it. 

I stuck it out but I should have quit after the first few chapters.  I did not like it at all and do not recommend this one.  There are so many better books to read! 

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Making The Rounds With Oscar

A collection of Heartbreaking Stories:  Making Rounds With Oscar by David Dosa is not really about Oscar.  It is more about the patients Dr. Dosa attends to at a Hospice center.  The stories are mostly heartbreaking about loved ones trying to do the best they can for their loved one that is dying and Oscar is always with them at the end.  The part about Oscar is the best part of the book in my opinion.  I’ve now read back-to-back books about death and am ready to find a more cheery subject!

(Gerard's review 3/27/10)

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"The Endearment" by LaVyrle Spencer

The Endearment by LaVyrle Spencer is another of my all-time favorite romance novels.  I loved this book and think I'm even going to read it again!  This one is about a mail order bride, Anna, for a Swede in Minnesota, Karl.  These two people are very different so things start out very rocky.  It is a sweet, tender love story full of humor and some touching moments.  It gave me insight into how hard life in Minnesota was back in pioneer days and the characters were very believable and sell developed.  This is a must read if you like love stories with some humor. 
(Karen's review)


The Endearment by Lavyrle Spencer is a love story about Anna and Karl. Anna is a mail order bride for Karl. The problem is Anna is not who Karl believes her to be. The fun of this story is watching how Anna and Karl go about trying to find a middle ground, not to mention, James, Anna’s brother who she brings along with her. I would call this a woman’s book, but as a 57-yr.-old man, I must admit I enjoyed it.
(Gerard's review)

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"There Are No Children Here" by Alex Kotiowitz

"A World Not Seen By Many"  4 stars
There Are No Children Here is an extraordinary book about living in the projects of Chicago.  This book is dated since this project got knocked down years ago, but it does not make the story any less relevant.  It's about two boys, Lafeyette and Pharoah, and their families living day to day just trying to survive.  You get into this story quick and stay there.  It's a good read.  I recommend it.

Gerard's review 7/22/08)

Excellent book. It was required reading when I was in college. I wish all teacher ed. programs mandated such reading.

By twistedteacher on July 23, 2008 14:39

"Somebody Else's Kids" by Torey Hayden

I liked Somebody Else's Kids by Torey Hayden because it was pretty amusing but yet sad too when you realize that this isn't fiction. Claude was a pregnant 12 yr. old who ended up giving her baby up for adoption and becoming valedictorian of her class. Lori had some brain damage so couldn’t read but a warm heart. Boo was autistic and would take of his clothes and flap around. Tomaso was violent because was angry his dad died and had to be in foster homes but was intelligent. Acted tough but showed concern for other kids, especially Lori. Lori got stuffed bear for Tomaso for his birthday and he tore it up but then had Torey sew it back up. This is a touching book.
(Karen's review 10/05)

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