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mfbiwap123 reviewed Opus Dei: An Objective Look Behind th.... May 06

Opus Dei: An Objective Look Behind the Myths and

A fair, balanced and well written investigation into the history of Opus Dei.

Ever since Dan Brown's The Da Vinci Code came into print and was then later brought to the big screen by Ron Howard, misconceptions immediately arose around Opus Dei and its beloved founder, Saint … more

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mfbiwap123 reviewed Interpreter of Maladies. May 06

An impressive and elegant debut collection of short fiction. Pulitzer worthy.

Interpreter of Maladies is a remarkable first book that details the Indian-American immigrant experience as well as issues stemming from the process of Americanization and assimilation, for there are … more

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mfbiwap123 reviewed The Smarter Science of Slim: What the.... May 06

The Smarter Science of Slim-Scientific Proof. Fat Loss Facts

An amazing nutrition and fitness book that's complete and thorough. It has made a difference for me.

At the beginning of every new year, people make that perennial New Year's resolution that they are going to stick to a diet come what may, so they eat less and exercise more, and they see very minimal … more

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mfbiwap123 reviewed Don't Let's Go to the Dogs Tonight: A.... May 06

A compelling memoir that paints a picture of an unconventional yet thrilling childhood.

If anyone has ever read Isak Dinesen's famed memoir, Out of Africa and enjoyed it, they will surely like Don't Let's Go to the Dogs Tonight: An African Childhood. The story line of both memoirs … more

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mfbiwap123 reviewed Eudora Welty : Complete Novels: The R.... May 06

Eudora Welty : Complete Novels: The Robber

A tersely written novel whose value rises to the occasion once the book is fully read and absorbed.

The Optimist's Daughter was a subtle read. Yet, Welty expertly conveys the colorful nuances of New Orleans and Mississippi culture, especially Mardi Gras, the assorted southern mansions, a clownishly … more

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mfbiwap123 reviewed The Periodic Table. May 06

Different and haunting, disturbing and witty and very intelligent all rolled into one.

Primo Levi's The Periodic Table was, I will admit, a very difficult book for me to read, primarily because I'm not schooled in chemistry and am not at all familiar with the Periodic Table. Sad … more

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mfbiwap123 reviewed Coraline (novel). May 06

A creepy, fun filled and adventurous novella that will delight and entertain young and old alike.

Coraline tells the fascinating story of young Coraline Jones, a smart, feisty, curious and adventurous young girl who is somewhat neglected by her workaholic yet loving parents, a young-en who craves … more

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Shumquway11 reviewed Chronic Heartburn: Managing Acid Refl.... May 04

Solution for Acid reflux disorder disease ( space Each Upset stomach Abolish Journey

Acid reflux problems work precondition most sufferers eat awful physical distress. It's not only students however , tots identical that should find the problem. Some sort of problems is extremely … more

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MichaelN reviewed If You Were Here, a book. April 30

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A Thriller Bereft of Thrills

McKenna never knew what happened to her friend Susan Hauptmann, who had disappeared ten years prior. She is presented a video of a woman rescuing a teen that had fallen on the subway tracks. … more

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Madpenguin reviewed Daredevil Vol. 9: King of Hell's Kitchen. April 25

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Very solid follow up.

Daredevil beat Bullseye & Kingpin to within an inch of their lives. He then hauled the Kingpins broken body to a bar in Hell's Kitchen making the beating known to the public, and he … more

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TStocksl reviewed Dan Rooney: My 75 Years With the Pitt.... April 24

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The Rooney Rules

Dan Rooney is the same age as the Pittsburgh Steelers his father Art started as one of the founding franchises of the NFL, which outgrew its birthplace in a Canton, OH car dealer into a multi billion … more

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Madpenguin reviewed Daredevil Vol. 7: Hardcore. April 23

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Among the best in DD's library.

Daredevil aka Matt Murdock's secret identity had been publicly outed, and instead of this really hurting him it has made him stronger. He was able to dismantle a drug operation ran by a long time … more

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JSMaresca reviewed The Dark Man and Others. April 23

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15 Very Engaging Stories With A Trace of Celtic Influences in the Presentation

The Dark Man and Others:15 Journeys Into The Weird And The Fantastic by Robert E. Howard is packed with stories substantially derived from Celtic themes. One of the bloodiest stories is the Gods of … more

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Madpenguin reviewed A + X #2. April 22

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This book straight sucks.

The Black Widow is enjoying her day off in a beauty parlor until suddenly the place is under attack by a Sentinel. She battles the robot with little success until she receives help from Rogue, whom is … more

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Madpenguin reviewed New Avengers, Vol. 5: Civil War. April 22

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Another solid crossover that got better with a re-read.

The New Warriors are still filming their reality TV show, where the group goes on a hunt for super villains at large. They come across a group hiding out with at least one completely out of their league. … more

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Madpenguin reviewed Ms. Marvel Vol. 2: Civil War. April 21

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Slightly better this time around

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Madpenguin reviewed Wolverine: Civil War. April 21

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Decent book if anything.

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A1CJonathanLane reviewed The Eye of the World: Book One of the.... April 17

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A fun read that suffers from major Tolkien envy

Upon finishing Gorge RR Martins "A Song of Ice and Fire" a friend recommended that I read one of the all-time classics of the fantasy genera, The Wheel of Time. Upon reading up on the series, … more

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TimonLedge5241 reviewed The Prime Ministers: An Intimate Narr.... April 10

The Prime Ministers: An Intimate Narrative of

Ideas For Enjoying Israel Independence Daytime

Israel Autonomy Working day will be Israel's birthday celebration. In this particular afternoon, the Judaism families throughout Israel and out of doors in Israel, keep in mind the people who worked … more

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TStocksl reviewed In the Garden of Beasts: Love, Terror.... April 10

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In the Garden of Beasts: Love, Terror, and an

This ain't no disco, this ain't no fooling around

Larson turns his story telling skill to an amazing slice of history from a time most Americans, Germans, and citizens of the world would like to forget. In 1933, as America was still deep in Depression … more

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Madpenguin reviewed Secret Avengers #1 [Marvel NOW!]. April 05

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Decent enough start.

SHIELD agents Maria Hill and Phil Coulson still place the safety of the country and world at the top of their list. Therefore, this places them in many dangerous situations and they need the firepower … more

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johnvicky posted a Quick Tip about Aspirin: The Remarkable Story of A Wo.... April 05

Aspirin The Remarkable Story of A Wonder Drug

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Burn A back corner Soreness : Will it Really Work? If you are fighting to come back conditions, you might have maybe tested numerous the way to get reduction. Almost all people test otc anesthetics, doctor … more

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Madpenguin reviewed Uncanny Avengers #1 [Marvel NOW!]. April 05

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Now Earth's Mightiest want to be Uncanny.

While a mysterious figure performs a disturbing surgery on the head of his victim; the X-Men and the Avengers have to move on. Wolverine prepares to deliver a eulogy for on old friend, and Captain America … more

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Madpenguin reviewed The Superior Spider-Man #3 [Marvel NOW!]. April 04

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Still interesting for the most part.

Spider-Man's long time enemy Otto Octavius aka Dr. Octopus managed to pull his greatest trick, and like a great magician he never told him his secret. He was able to swap minds with Peter Parker … more

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mfbiwap123 reviewed March: A Novel. April 03

Historical fiction of the highest caliber, thoroughly researched and truly engaging.

As a reader and a reviewer I will confess that I was biased against the genre of historical fiction, for my image or conveyance of it was of a gothic castle, a beautiful damsel in distress and a clichéd … more

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