Tag Archives: Book Review

In 'The Halo Effect' by Anne D. LeClaire, we meet a family in crisis. Their daughter has not returned home, and when her body is found in the woods days later, they find that love isn't always enough to bind them. Can they make it through this crisis without destroying themselves in the process?

The New Senior Man by Thelma Reese and Barbara M. Fleisher is a much-needed guidebook for men heading into retirement. Its authors are experts in aging and issues facing senior men and women – and what they've gathered for this latest offering proves that retirement is nothing like it used to be.

'Deadhouse Landing' by Ian C. Esslemont is another great instalment in the continuing story of the Malazan Empire. A masterful job of story and character development.

'Notes From the Upside Down': An Unofficial Guide To Stranger Things' by Guy Adams is a great, affordable holiday gift for fans and potential fans.

Childhood Emotional Neglect, or CEN is a crippling syndrome that can ruin relationships. Clinical psychologist Dr. Jonice Webb offers a compassionate guide to healing from CEN in 'Running on Empty No More.'

In her book 'The State of Affairs: Rethinking Infidelity,' Esther Perel tries to give answers to a difficult quandary: Why do people cheat?

'The Book of Dust Volume 1: La Belle Sauvage' by Philip Pullman is a wonderful book which should please any who read and enjoyed 'His Dark Materials'. It promises to be every bit as interesting and exciting as the previous series.

In When We Were Worthy by Marybeth Mayhew Whalen will enhance your library and be a great find for those who enjoy drama and emotions, taking you into the thought and feelings that often result from tragedy.

Faith Collins has written an expert guide to parenting, 'Joyful Toddlers and Preschoolers' that's filled with effective, positive strategies.

There's a good reason you feel calmer when you're moving. Pychotherapist and author William Pullen takes it even further with his new book, 'Running with Mindfulness.' Pullen's combination of moving, talking and self-awareness is a potent method for healing.