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Little Bee by Chris Cleave

Sun, 22 Nov 2009 00:27:56 +0000

Little Bee, a powerful and beautiful novel written by Chris Cleave, is hard to describe. This is due, in part, to the book jacket's coyness about the subject matter; it suggests that it is better for the reader not reveal too much about the plot. It's not revealing too much to say that Little Bee is a captivating novel, exquisitely written. It's worth picking up to find its secrets out for yourself.

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Little Bee by Chris Cleave originally appeared on About.com Bestsellers on Sunday, November 22nd, 2009 at 00:27:56.

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Funny Holiday Books

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:13:34 +0000

The holiday season can be hectic. Whether you love November and December or dread the string of parties and get-togethers, all of us have moments when we could use some comic relief. These holiday books are witty, sometimes moving and often laugh out loud funny.

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Funny Holiday Books originally appeared on About.com Bestsellers on Friday, November 20th, 2009 at 00:13:34.

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Books about India

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 00:09:50 +0000

In the next couple months, many of us will be traveling or taking some time off from work. Even if you can't go somewhere exotic over the holidays, you can still visit a far off place through great fiction. Here are four Books about India that are full of love, adventure and intrigue.

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Books about India originally appeared on About.com Bestsellers on Wednesday, November 18th, 2009 at 00:09:50.

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South of Broad by Pat Conroy

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 00:35:41 +0000

Pat Conroy, bestselling author of novels including Prince of Tides and Beach Music, has made his fans wait fourteen years for his newest novel. South of Broad is a rambling novel about Charleston, South Carolina and a group of unlikely friends who weather life's storms together. While South of Broad offers definite charms, it lacks the charisma of some of his earlier novels.

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South of Broad by Pat Conroy originally appeared on About.com Bestsellers on Monday, November 16th, 2009 at 00:35:41.

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Most Disappointing Books of 2009

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 13:01:30 +0000

Wondering what not to read? Every year there are books that just don't match their hype. These titles are often prominently displayed in bookstores, but don't be fooled -- good marketing does not a good book make. Here are the most disappointing books from 2009 along with suggestions for books in the same genres that would be better choices.

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Most Disappointing Books of 2009 originally appeared on About.com Bestsellers on Thursday, November 12th, 2009 at 13:01:30.

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Pulpy Paperback: Beat the Reaper

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 00:09:07 +0000

Pulp ER Fiction. Ever wondered what would happen if Michael Crichton and Quentin Tarantino hatched an idea and then coated it in violence and wit? No worries. Josh Bazell is their offspring. Bazell's debut novel, which was released earlier this year, is available in paperback for those who need an escape from holiday cheer.

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Pulpy Paperback: Beat the Reaper originally appeared on About.com Bestsellers on Wednesday, November 11th, 2009 at 00:09:07.

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The Wild Things by Dave Eggers

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 00:18:28 +0000

The Wild Things is perhaps a 300-page masterpiece that matches the 9-sentence version Maurice Sendak wrote so many years ago. Of course, it all depends if you're willing to think as a child again when you read it. Dave Eggers helps the reader do so with the wonderfully conflicted Max, all dangerously mischievous and spiteful boy, full of vim and vigor. He lives with his divorced mother and teenage sister as a lone cub who's wondering if he's the only one who knows how to truly have fun anymore...or if anyone really gets him or loves him at all.

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The Wild Things by Dave Eggers originally appeared on About.com Bestsellers on Monday, November 9th, 2009 at 00:18:28.

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Books into Movies 2009

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 13:25:44 +0000

It is the time of year when lots of big movies are hitting theaters, trying to make end of year Oscar bids. Every year, several of these movies are based on books, adding fuel to the debate about whether movies based on books are ever as good as the books themselves. Wondering what you should read before you see? Here are some of the biggest movie releases based on books for 2009.

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Books into Movies 2009 originally appeared on About.com Bestsellers on Saturday, November 7th, 2009 at 13:25:44.

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Paperback Pick: Gang Leader for a Day by Sudhir Venkatesh

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 00:59:35 +0000

As a young sociology graduate student at the University of Chicago, Sudhir Venkatesh spent much of about seven years hanging out in and learning about a Chicago housing project and the Black Kings gang that dominated it. Gang Leader for a Day is one of the author's books recording these experiences. It is a gripping account of a slice of life most readers will never experience and contains significant insights into the workings of gangs and impoverished urban communities.

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Paperback Pick: Gang Leader for a Day by Sudhir Venkatesh originally appeared on About.com Bestsellers on Thursday, November 5th, 2009 at 00:59:35.

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Her Fearful Symmetry by Audrey Niffenegger

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 00:38:43 +0000

Audrey Niffenegger's first novel, The Time Traveler's Wife, had such a unique premise and structure that it was difficult to imagine how she would follow it up. In Her Fearful Symmetry, Niffenegger once again takes a premise that sounds like it would be classified as science fiction or fantasy and writes it in such a way that it will appeal to those who do not normally read that genre. Indeed, even though Her Fearful Symmetry is a ghost story, at heart it is a story of family dynamics and love. It is a very satisfying second novel, and the perfect read for a cold November night.

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Her Fearful Symmetry by Audrey Niffenegger originally appeared on About.com Bestsellers on Tuesday, November 3rd, 2009 at 00:38:43.

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