by Admin | Nov 8, 2017 | Children, creativity, family, fiction, Literature
The Resurrection of Joan Ashby: A Novel Reviewed by: Janet Levine “A stunning debut novel. The Resurrection of Joan Ashby by Cherise Wolas encompasses a wealth of superb writing, mature insights, and breathtaking risks . . .” A stunning debut novel. The Resurrection...
by Admin | Nov 8, 2017 | Children, creativity, family, fiction, human rights, reconciliation
In the Midst of Winter: A Novel Reviewed by: Janet Levine Well known and adored by millions of readers worldwide, Chilean-American author, Isabel Allende with her 21st novel In the Midst of Winter will please multitudes of her fans and also leave them uneasy. Uneasy...
by Admin | Nov 8, 2017 | apartheid, Children, family, fiction, reconciliation, South Africa, thriller
Sacrificed Reviewed by: Janet Levine “Sacrificed places Chanette Paul among the classiest thriller writers of our day.” Sacrificed by Chanette Paul is a long and satisfying read. Despite its length it is a page-turner that will keep you reading long past the moment...
by Admin | Nov 8, 2017 | Children, Conflagration, family, human rights, Memoir
Stolen Girls: Survivors of Boko Haram Tell Their Story Reviewed by: Janet Levine “As Bauer writes the fight against Boko Haram is far from over. His final sentence encapsulates Nigeria’s nightmare: ‘We have fear. We have hope.’” Stolen Girls by Wolfgang Bauer is not...
by Admin | Dec 25, 2016 | apartheid, Biography, Children, creativity, family, human rights, non-fiction, reconciliation, South Africa
Reviewed by: Janet Levine “This book is a breath of fresh air.” Born A Crime is a rollicking ride of a book, an enjoyable feast of storytelling. Deservedly it is already a number one bestselling book. Combining comedy and tragedy, the book covers the dying days of...
by Admin | Oct 21, 2016 | Children, college, high school, Memoir, non-fiction, reconciliation, young adults
After 9/11: One Girl’s Journey through Darkness to a New Beginning: A Memoir by Helaine Hovitz Author(s): Helaina Hovitz Release Date: September 5, 2016 Publisher/Imprint: Carrel Books Pages: 480 Reviewed by: Janet Levine “Hovitz had the grit, determination and...
