Prepare to do nothing but read...

I dare anyone to pick up one of Sarah Jio's books and be able to put it down. Once you crack open one of these stories, you will be transported right into the lives of fascinating characters and into Seattle and the surrounding areas. Some take place in the past or present, but most weave together characters and stories from many generations. These stories are so good that I finished two of them in two days courtesy of late nights! I also just read "Violets of March" for the second time. These are five star stories

The Violets of March
The Bungalow
Balckberry Winter

Girly girls

"Cinderella Ate my Daughter" by Peggy Orenstein is a must read for any parent of a girl! This witty, hilarious and thought provoking book addresses the challenges in raising a girl in today's materialistic, technology driven society. From the history of how pink became associated with girls, to explaining how toys are marketed to girls and how the Disney Princess marketing machine came to be,this book covers many aspects of girl culture in an entertaining and engaging format. It forces the reader to question their own values and beliefs surrounding girl world.

From a dog's POV

"The Art of Racing in the Rain" by Garth Stein is worth reading ASAP. What makes this book truly unique is its narrator, Enzo the dog. You'll laugh,you'll cry, you will remember this book long after it is finished. I stayed up half the night to finish the story.