Blogcritics Author: Jill Hart

Book Review: Left Bank by Kate Muir

Jill Hart — Tue, 24 Jun 2008 00:34:18 EDT

This book is quite different than most chick lit, primarily because it begins with a mystery.
Madison and Olivier Malin are the "it" couple in France's famous Left Bank neighborhood. Madison is an actress - not on the A-list, but good enough to get work. She's an American (a Texan no less) who moved to France and is working hard to reinvent herself as a French goddess.Olivier, a philosopher, is the pride of the city. He has fans everywhere...

Book Review: His Brain, Her Brain - How Divinely Designed Differences Can Strengthen Your Marriage by Walt and Barb Larimore

Jill Hart — Fri, 20 Jun 2008 06:41:44 EDT

In His Brain, Her Brain, the Larimores combine the latest in brain research with their years of experience.
The Larimores are the perfect pair to have written this unique book, His Brain, Her Brain. Walt Larimore is an medical doctor and best-selling author, while Barb Larimore is a former teacher, wife and mother. Together they make a great team - for counseling, research and, of course, writing.In His Brain, Her Brain: How Divinely Designed Differences...

Book Review: Emperor! A Romance of Ancient China by Lanny Fields

Jill Hart — Thu, 19 Jun 2008 18:25:50 EDT

Emperor! tells the combined stories of Emporer Ying Jeng and a Roman that he befriends, Marcus Lucius Scipio.
If you've ever wondered what romance looked like during Imperial China, Emperor! is the book for you. Emperor! begins in 221 B.C. and tells the combined stories of Emporer Ying Jeng and a Roman that he befriends, Marcus Lucius Scipio.Jeng's story begins as he's preparing to be crowned Emperor. Jeng is the creator of Imperial China and...

Book Review: Around The World in 80 Dates by Christa Ann Banister

Jill Hart — Wed, 11 Jun 2008 06:01:11 EDT

You'd think that, as a travel writer, Sydney Alexander must lead a pretty exciting life. That is, until you do your second-guessing between the lines...
You would think that, as a travel writer, Sydney Alexander leads a pretty exciting life. Unfortunately, this is only partially true. While she enjoys her work, has a great relationship with her sister, a hilarious hippie for a neighbor, and a strong relationship with God, she just can't seem to find a decent date.Sydney's typical dates tend...

Book Review: No Regrets by Michele Ann Young

Jill Hart — Wed, 28 May 2008 06:45:06 EDT

A fast-paced adventure full of misunderstandings, good intentions, and denied passions...
Caroline (Caro) knows she's not Lucas's type. She's chubby and wears glasses - not exactly the woman that men choose in the height of Regency England. As a vicar's daughter, men are polite to her, but nothing more. She's learned to live with it.So, when Lucas sweeps her off her feet -- literally -- begging her to marry him, she...

Book Review: Hungry by Allen Zadoff

Jill Hart — Sat, 10 May 2008 22:15:22 EDT

"What I know now," Zadoff states, "was that my head was hungry. My disease was hungry. My body was quite full."
There are a million weight loss books on the market, but very few have been written from a man's perspective. In Allen Zadoff's book Hungry, he shares about his journey through the muck and mire of weight loss. What he find may surprise you.I expected him to give the general thoughts and tips on the matter of weight loss. You know, eat less...

Book Review: The Little Man In the Map by E. Andrew Martonyi

Jill Hart — Thu, 8 May 2008 19:41:55 EDT

This is a cute book and perfect for kids who are studying geography and particularly those who might be struggling in the subject.
I loved geography as a child. In some boxes I recently came across in my parents' attic, I found a certificate from my junior high 'National Geography Olympiad.' I must not, however, have been as brilliant in geography as I thought, though, because the certificate is for "participation with distinction." I think that means we...

Book Review: Sisterchicks Go Brit by Robin Jones Gunn

Jill Hart — Sat, 3 May 2008 12:35:29 EDT

Robin Jones Gunn's SisterChick series is centered around the lives of two "midlife mamas," Elizabeth (Liz) and Kellie.
It's official. I want to be a SisterChick when I grow up. I hope I might be so lucky. Robin Jones Gunn's SisterChick series is centered around the lives of two "midlife mamas," Elizabeth (Liz) and Kellie. The two friends have been through ups and downs together and know each other almost well enough to read the other's...

Book Review: Daughter of York by Anne Easter Smith

Jill Hart — Thu, 17 Apr 2008 15:26:30 EDT

The author of A Rose For The Crown brings the tale of Margaret of York to life with rich, vibrant detail.
When fifteen-year-old Margaret of York's father and brother are killed defending their land, she has no idea what will become of their family. Young Margaret has no idea that their deaths will lead to more battles - and those battles will be the framework of her brother's ascent to the throne.Now sister to the King of England,...

Book Review: Sammy's House by Kristin Gore

Jill Hart — Thu, 10 Apr 2008 18:50:47 EDT

Sammy is a realistic, capable heroine whose insecurities make her all the more lovable.
I adored Sammy in Sammy's Hill, so I was thrilled to get the chance to read Gore's latest novel, Sammy's House. She didn't disappoint. I read the book almost in one sitting -- Sammy reminds me so much of myself that I had to find out if things turned out OK. Just like me, she's constantly stumbling, bumbling and putting her foot...