BOOKS: The Help by Kathryn Stockett

The Help by Kathryn Stockett

My rating: 5 of 5 stars


Excellent book! I'm glad I finally decided to give it a chance. 



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BOOK: The Origins of the British People by Stephen Oppeneimer

The Origins of the British: A Genetic Detective Story by Stephen Oppenheimer

My rating: 4 of 5 stars


A fascinating look at ancient British history. 



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BOOKS: The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society by Mary Ann Shaffer

The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society by Mary Ann Shaffer

My rating: 4 of 5 stars





I was reluctant to read this since it was set as a series of letters.  I'm glad I finally did though.  It was a very sweet story. 



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BOOKS: The Boy Who Harnassed the Wind by William Kamkwamba

The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind: Creating Currents of Electricity and Hope by William Kamkwamba

My rating: 5 of 5 stars




Favorite Quote:  "If you want to make it, all you have to do is try."



Thoughts:  This was an amazing story about a poor African boy who survived a famine, had to drop out of school for financial reasons and then educated himself through the village's library.  He built a windmill and wired lights in his house with scraps. He eventually accomplished his dream of developing a water pump for his family and his village. His hopeful spirit shines through this book.  



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