tashreads2manybooks's Reviews (1.06k)

The only part of this book that I actually enjoyed was the chapter on names, otherwise I found the book rather dull and most of the theories just common sense. Having said that, I do not usually read 'business' or 'economic' books - so am not familiar with the genre. My husband, on the other hand loves economics, and he raved about this book.

March tells the story of the largely absent father from Alcott's 'Little Women'. His is a journey that transports the reader into a time of civil war and gross abuse of human rights, especially those of slaves.

I enjoyed reading a book about a fight for liberty through the eyes of a pre-existing, yet little known literary character. I particularly enjoyed (although that probably isn't the right word considering the atrocities that occur there) the part of the novel set in Oak's Landing.

This is the second 'Brooks' book I have read, and thought "March" was much better then "Year of Wonders." Her style is effortless and character's believable.

Not a hugr fan of Jodi Picoult, I find her books quite repetitive (granted, I have only read 4). They always seem to involve some form of child abuse. Perfect Match was an ok read, and while the book's subject breaks my heart, I struggled to identify with any of the characters.

An intriguing and interesting glimpse into the infamous love affair between Henry and Anne Boleyn. And yes, I know it's a work of fiction, but with writing and characters as believable as these, who really cares. Enjoy the ride.

I usually connect novels set in India with magic, colour and vibrancy. This book certainly started out that way, but as you read further a new gritty image of the country appears. It is dark and it is desperate. Balram is mostly a likable character (albeit a murderer) whose situation as a mistreated and unappreciated servant sees him spiral out of the "Darkness" and into the "Light." Is it social justice though? What is the price of freedom?

Interfering Emma means well, but can be slightly annoying. Still I applaud her unshakable belief in love and the "perfect match."

I read this in my matric year and actually loved it. It is a story of love and the ultimate sacrifice, with an opening paragraph that remains ingrained in my mind. A pure classic.