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12 Days: A Modern Twist on The Twelve Days of Christmas
Virago UK, 2005
STOCKING STUFFER FOR ADULTS
THIS IS AN ANTHOLOGY OF LIGHT, FUN CHRISTMAS STORIES THAT RUN THE GAMUT FROM SPICY, TO COMPLEX. SOME OF THE STORIES ARE DEFINATELY 'R' RATED.
SOME ARE ENTERTAINING 'CHICK LIT.' SOPHIE KINSELLA'S 'SIX GEESE A LAYING'
WOULD BE ENJOYED BY ANY EXPECTANT MOTHER, OR ANY ...
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French Twist
Roxanne St. Claire
Pocket, 2004
It takes a thief for this absolutely grand adventure
Once there was a beautiful woman who symbolized the height of French art and politics in the 18th century. She was La Marquise de Pompadour, patron of the arts and mistress of King Louis XV. The recent discovery of three unusually colored Sèvres vases bearing her image ...
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Oliver Twist (Modern Library Classics)
Charles Dickens
Modern Library, 2001
Lord, grant that I may seek rather to comfort than to be comforted ...
What is it about Oliver Twist that keeps people coming back to it so often and for so long? Oliver Twist is actually one of my favourite all-time reads. I try to read it once every few years, and every time I decide to re-read it, I go in search of a copy that I don't ...
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Patio Daddy-O: '50S Recipes With a Modern Twist
Gideon Bosker, Karen Brooks, ...
Chronicle Books, 1996
Slab o' Fun!
My new favourite cookbook, and I haven't even tried out the recipes yet! Everything about this book seems so fresh even though the graphics are items that are over 50 years old. The copy is vividly written, just reading the recipes makes you want to throw on an apron ...
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Celerie Kemble: To Your Taste: Creating Modern Rooms with a Traditional Twist
Celerie Kemble
Clarkson Potter, 2008
I Loved This Book!
I really enjoyed this book, not only for the great pictures and ideas, but text is really funny.
It sounds like Celerie is talking right to me and there are so many rooms to look at - many very different styles, so all kinds of inspiration and advice about ...
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Jack With A Twist (Red Dress Ink)
Brenda Janowitz
Red Dress Ink, 2008
"Hysterical"
Jack with a Twist
Written by: Brenda Janowitz
Published by: Red Dress
Reviewed by: Stephanie Rollins for ReviewYourBook.com 1/1/2009
ISBN: 978-0-373-89555-7
"Hysterical" 5 stars
Brooke is a litigating attorney. She is marrying another litigating attorney. ...
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Oliver Twist (Tantor Unabridged Classics)
Charles Dickens
Tantor Media, 2008
This darkly satiric indictment of the social ills of Victorian London tells the story of a young orphan who becomes involved with a gang of criminals.
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Twist of Fate (Love Spectrum Romance)
Beverly Clark
Genesis Press, 2003
GOOD BOOK
I enjoyed reading this book because it was different and interesting. I was a little put-off by the family issues, especially the brother, but overall the book was well written and kept my attention throughout. I didn't think I would enjoy a story about sperm banks, ...
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Twist Of Fate
Jayne Krentz
HQN Books, 2007
Good reliable JAK
An old story that still rings true...predictable JAK plot and characterization which means a good read for JAK fans.
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With a Twist
Deirdre Martin
Berkley, 2009
He?s a tall order. She?s a hot dish. Are they ready for the main course? Natalie Bocuse is a waitress at her sister?s French bistro in Brooklyn, yet she dreams of managing a chic restaurant in Manhattan. Among the regulars is Quinn O?Brian, a reporter known for breaking stories?and hearts. When he offers Natalie a job at his parents? Irish ...
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Super Wordoku: The Newest Twist
Modern Publishing
Modern Publishing, 2006
The Newest Twist - Sudoku Puzzles with Letters and Hidden Words!
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A Twist Of Fate
Lisa Jackson
Mira, 2003
An early era Jackson novel...
Erin O'Toole brought herself through the pain and humiliation that her ex-husband put her through by having an affair with a collegue. When the bank she works for is bought out, Erin isn't prepared for the feelings that her new boss envokes in her. But she can tell ...
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Contemporary Classics: 24 Elegant Knits with a Modern Twist
Jean Moss
Home Arts, 2007
Beautiful lines and classic shapes
I guess it depends on one's taste, but I found at least six projects that I am excited to knit from this book. I prefer simple, elegant shapes and I hate lots of color and texture, so most of the designs suited me.
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Murder with a French Twist: A Mystery
Karen J Gallahue
iUniverse, Inc., 2008
Glamor and Intrigue Whet the Appetite
The "detective" in this fine mystery is not a PI or a lawyer or part of a police force-- rather, she's a mature occupational therapist with skills her work has taught her well. She's perceptive, able to describe in detail those she meets, warm-hearted, quick-thinking-- ...
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Twist of Fate
Jessica Casavant
Regal Crest Enterprises, 2003
Igniting Memories
Excellent book that I couldn't put down. Casavant was brilliant in her descriptions. Great story line! I look forward to future works. It will remind you of when you fell in love. There is a happy ending. I was especially fond of the professional characters who ...
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