If my guess on where Riordan is going with the ending is correct, then I am kind of disappointed. Otherwise, I thought this was a good concluding book.

I did enjoy this book a lot, and wish I could be a crazy grandmother some day too. I think I appreciate it more now that I live in a small town.

I have listened to this twice on audio now and neither time did it really capture my attention. Did Johnson have beautiful sentences? At time, yes. Did I think Idaho might be a beautiful place to visit? Yes. Did I realize why the Pulitzer committee couldn't pick a book this year? Yes.

Steve Jobs and Apple did great things, but I would not have wanted to work for him! A good overview of a distinct life.

Although this book deals particularly with religion, I think it would be appreciated by any teen who finds they feel differently about a significant issue than their parents.

I have been thinking about this book for a while. What would happen if you found out one of your idols was not who you thought they were? Rachel discovers this about her rabbi at a moment when the rest of her life is in a state of upheaval. Rachel makes mistakes which ring true, which is both good and bad; good, because they are realistic and bad because you may be shaking your head and telling her not to do those things at the same time. I admit that contemporary Jewish life is not something that I am familiar with, so there were times when I was a little confused about the rituals but I think overall it would be clear for anyone to read.

Uh-oh! Pete's mom has turned into a pirate! What will we do?