Book read "Dead Ringer" by Stella Cameron
Full 90 minutes read on March 22, 2015
Lennie came back to England to visit. She's from Boston and owns a business where she buys antiques. She goes to the doctors office to see the man she loves: Dr. Simon Grant. When Lennie arrives, Simon is on call with a patient. She carries on a conversation with Mary Grant, his mother, and Simon's receptionist at the doctor's office.
Lennie had visited England before, 4 years ago to be exact. That is when she first met Simon. This visit, they decide to walk along the sea together so they can have alone time. They spend a short amount of time together and return to his office. When they arrive, Mary Grant is in a panic. Constable Hopper, the police officer, was waiting for Simon to arrive to his office for a short time. Simon was accused of stealing an item from the home of his patient.
Despite Lennie's defense, Constable took him in because Colonel Fortnum insists that Simon stole from him. He decides to press charges on Simon. After Simon is taken, Mary snapped at Lennie. She is threatened by Lennie because she feels that Lennie expects Simon to move away with her in America.
There was a myth about the bell in Under Widden (the name of the cottage in England). Miss Widden (the last of the Widden family line) won't leave the cottage until Sir Reginald Widden "rings" for her. He passed away centuries ago, but Miss Widden believed the myth to be true. If the bell rings, the people say the Widdens are returning to their former prosperity. After Simon is taken by the constable, Lennie goes to her room. She falls in and out of sleep and then...she hears the bell ringing.
In this weeks reading, I noticed a moral to the story: Life is too short to worry about what other people think about you. If you love someone, go after them. Tell them how you feel. Lennie is in love with Simon but waits for him to tell her. He obviously shows his feelings for her, but won't express how much she means to him in words. Tomorrow isn't promised.
Thanks for listening!
-Nikki
Sunday, March 22, 2015
Monday, March 16, 2015
Born in Twilight by Maggie Shayne
Full 90 minutes read on March 15, 2015
Jameson was sure Angelica and Amber Lilly were dead. He heard a cry meant for him to hear. The moment he realized it must be Angelica, he turns around to go rescue her. It couldn't be a good sign...they had just found their little girl and the moment he leaves, there is trouble. When he arrives, he sees the church blow in flames. Someone had caught the church on fire. For a long while, he kneels...motionless. He felt agonizing pain as all that he thought he had lost ran through his mind. Finally, he comes to the realization that DPI couldn't have killed them. DPI's whole reason for putting him through such agony was to do research on Amber Lilly. They want to know what has come of this child being born. Is she a mortal or a vampire?
Jameson brings himself to stand and walk around this church to find any evidence that proves Angelica and Amber Lilly are still alive. Fortunately, he stumbles upon a shoe. It was familiar to him and first thing that came to his mind was that they are still alive. He observed his surroundings, looking for any other clues to reassure him. Nothing else was in sight. Upon observing, he noticed that this shoe was too far to be thrown by the impact of the explosion. It still looked brand new; no scuff marks, no burns...no destruction done to it. He knew that DPI had taken them.
Thanks to Angelica calling for other vampires to help, a large amount at that, Jameson won't make the fight alone. All of the vampires arrive to destroy DPI. They ban together and enter the building, full force. Guards were killed...anyone who stepped in their way or posed a threat was obliterated. Jameson reaches Angelica and their baby. Angelica had been drugged in order for her to cooperate with the DPI agents. They escape the building. Following, all of the other vampires came out of the building. Within seconds, DPI headquarters came up in flames. They were free!
At the end of the book, Amber Lilly is a middle school student at a dance. Angelica and Jameson volunteer to be chaperones at this dance. Amber Lilly has a fairly normal mortal life. Her parents couldn't be happier! They are just as in love with each other as they had been the moment they met.
I was sad to have suddenly reached the end of this book. Honestly, I loved the storyline. Normally, it wouldn't have been one of my first choices. The suspense left me hanging and I longed for more! From this weeks reading, I gained the understanding that all stories come to an end. In this book, things tied together nicely to the end. When reading the story in the beginning, I wasn't sure I would be interested enough to make it to the last chapter. I love how the book is fiction...I feel I need that a little more in my life. It was a great escape reading this story because it isn't reality...but there are things I drew from this book that can still be applied to my life. I have learned that every second counts. No one is guaranteed tomorrow. Love is something you have to put out there...not keep bottled up inside. Your moment to share it may never come.
I highly recommend this book if you are interested in an escape from reality. There are many things that can be learned from the struggles that Angelica and Jameson go through. Our lives could be much worse.
Until next time...with a new book : (
-Nikki
Full 90 minutes read on March 15, 2015
Jameson was sure Angelica and Amber Lilly were dead. He heard a cry meant for him to hear. The moment he realized it must be Angelica, he turns around to go rescue her. It couldn't be a good sign...they had just found their little girl and the moment he leaves, there is trouble. When he arrives, he sees the church blow in flames. Someone had caught the church on fire. For a long while, he kneels...motionless. He felt agonizing pain as all that he thought he had lost ran through his mind. Finally, he comes to the realization that DPI couldn't have killed them. DPI's whole reason for putting him through such agony was to do research on Amber Lilly. They want to know what has come of this child being born. Is she a mortal or a vampire?
Jameson brings himself to stand and walk around this church to find any evidence that proves Angelica and Amber Lilly are still alive. Fortunately, he stumbles upon a shoe. It was familiar to him and first thing that came to his mind was that they are still alive. He observed his surroundings, looking for any other clues to reassure him. Nothing else was in sight. Upon observing, he noticed that this shoe was too far to be thrown by the impact of the explosion. It still looked brand new; no scuff marks, no burns...no destruction done to it. He knew that DPI had taken them.
Thanks to Angelica calling for other vampires to help, a large amount at that, Jameson won't make the fight alone. All of the vampires arrive to destroy DPI. They ban together and enter the building, full force. Guards were killed...anyone who stepped in their way or posed a threat was obliterated. Jameson reaches Angelica and their baby. Angelica had been drugged in order for her to cooperate with the DPI agents. They escape the building. Following, all of the other vampires came out of the building. Within seconds, DPI headquarters came up in flames. They were free!
At the end of the book, Amber Lilly is a middle school student at a dance. Angelica and Jameson volunteer to be chaperones at this dance. Amber Lilly has a fairly normal mortal life. Her parents couldn't be happier! They are just as in love with each other as they had been the moment they met.
I was sad to have suddenly reached the end of this book. Honestly, I loved the storyline. Normally, it wouldn't have been one of my first choices. The suspense left me hanging and I longed for more! From this weeks reading, I gained the understanding that all stories come to an end. In this book, things tied together nicely to the end. When reading the story in the beginning, I wasn't sure I would be interested enough to make it to the last chapter. I love how the book is fiction...I feel I need that a little more in my life. It was a great escape reading this story because it isn't reality...but there are things I drew from this book that can still be applied to my life. I have learned that every second counts. No one is guaranteed tomorrow. Love is something you have to put out there...not keep bottled up inside. Your moment to share it may never come.
I highly recommend this book if you are interested in an escape from reality. There are many things that can be learned from the struggles that Angelica and Jameson go through. Our lives could be much worse.
Until next time...with a new book : (
-Nikki
Sunday, March 8, 2015
Born in Twilight by Maggie Shayne
Read 90 minutes on March 8th, 2015
Angelica had gone into a store to ask about the baby that had been taken...her baby. The guy at the counter implied the baby may be in harms way. Angelica ran rom the store. Jameson follows her. She was terrified; hurt to know her child may be harmed. It hurt Jameson to see her like this. Bells ringing led Angelica and Jameson to a church nearby. The lady and baby they'd saved were there.
The lady explains that she had seen an angel, who had told her to keep another baby safe until she had found her mother. The other baby was Amber Lilly. Jameson had left to get revenge on DPI. He heard cries from Angelica. The church building caught on fire with Angelica and Amber Lilly inside.
One thing I learned from my reading this week is that love can get you through anything. During this time, Angelica and Jameson bonded during their time searching for their daughter. They go through many trials together and by doing so, they find that they have a connection. They love each other and finally come to terms with it.
Another thing I gained from my reading experience is that tomorrow isn't guaranteed. Angelica and the baby were in a fire. The pain that Jameson felt at the moment he realized they were inside was almost too much for him to bare. He should have told Angelica exactly how he felt for her before it was too late. He doesn't know if they are alive still or dead. He may have lost his chance.
Until next time!
-Nikki
Read 90 minutes on March 8th, 2015
Angelica had gone into a store to ask about the baby that had been taken...her baby. The guy at the counter implied the baby may be in harms way. Angelica ran rom the store. Jameson follows her. She was terrified; hurt to know her child may be harmed. It hurt Jameson to see her like this. Bells ringing led Angelica and Jameson to a church nearby. The lady and baby they'd saved were there.
The lady explains that she had seen an angel, who had told her to keep another baby safe until she had found her mother. The other baby was Amber Lilly. Jameson had left to get revenge on DPI. He heard cries from Angelica. The church building caught on fire with Angelica and Amber Lilly inside.
One thing I learned from my reading this week is that love can get you through anything. During this time, Angelica and Jameson bonded during their time searching for their daughter. They go through many trials together and by doing so, they find that they have a connection. They love each other and finally come to terms with it.
Another thing I gained from my reading experience is that tomorrow isn't guaranteed. Angelica and the baby were in a fire. The pain that Jameson felt at the moment he realized they were inside was almost too much for him to bare. He should have told Angelica exactly how he felt for her before it was too late. He doesn't know if they are alive still or dead. He may have lost his chance.
Until next time!
-Nikki
Monday, March 2, 2015
Born in Twilight by Maggie Shayne
Full 90 minutes read on March 1st, 2015
Angelica, Jameson and their vampire friends were in a cave hiding from the sunlight. Angelica was on watch outside, on watch for any DPI agents. Jameson woke up and she wasn't in sight. Out of worry, he was upset that she went out alone. Although he doesn't like to admit it, he is concerned about her safety and well being.
Rhiannon mentions the connection the vampires can sense between Angelica and Jameson. Jameson denies that it's love, although all the other vampires think otherwise. Upon returning to the cave, Angelica overhears Jameson explaining that he doesn't love her (although his thoughts contradict that idea) and that he is focused purely on finding Amber Lilly. There is anger between the two of them because of this.
All of the vampires leave together on their journey to White Plains, where they hear Amber Lilly is located. They look around for a vehicle to steal in order to get to their destination. When they find a car, they all get in and head out of Petersville. Outside of town, cars are being stopped by DPI agents. They are on a lookout for the baby. To avoid an encounter with DPI, they pull into a driveway that leads to a house that's under construction. With no other choice left, they all get out (since it's dark outside) and head into the house. In order to hide, the other vampires (all except Angelica and Jameson) decide to stake out at this house for the time being.
The moral I got from this reading session is "better safe than sorry." It's difficult in our time of need to have patience. Angelica and Jameson are in a state of fear and longing for their child. No matter the devastation or incompleteness they may be feeling, they hold themselves together and attempt to make the best out of their current situation. They hide and use caution when searching for Amber Lilly. Time is precious but at the same time, the proper steps need to be taken in order to reassure that there is security and safety. They long to have their child in their arms but care enough to think about her safety first.
Thanks for listening! Until next time...
-Nikki
Full 90 minutes read on March 1st, 2015
Angelica, Jameson and their vampire friends were in a cave hiding from the sunlight. Angelica was on watch outside, on watch for any DPI agents. Jameson woke up and she wasn't in sight. Out of worry, he was upset that she went out alone. Although he doesn't like to admit it, he is concerned about her safety and well being.
Rhiannon mentions the connection the vampires can sense between Angelica and Jameson. Jameson denies that it's love, although all the other vampires think otherwise. Upon returning to the cave, Angelica overhears Jameson explaining that he doesn't love her (although his thoughts contradict that idea) and that he is focused purely on finding Amber Lilly. There is anger between the two of them because of this.
All of the vampires leave together on their journey to White Plains, where they hear Amber Lilly is located. They look around for a vehicle to steal in order to get to their destination. When they find a car, they all get in and head out of Petersville. Outside of town, cars are being stopped by DPI agents. They are on a lookout for the baby. To avoid an encounter with DPI, they pull into a driveway that leads to a house that's under construction. With no other choice left, they all get out (since it's dark outside) and head into the house. In order to hide, the other vampires (all except Angelica and Jameson) decide to stake out at this house for the time being.
The moral I got from this reading session is "better safe than sorry." It's difficult in our time of need to have patience. Angelica and Jameson are in a state of fear and longing for their child. No matter the devastation or incompleteness they may be feeling, they hold themselves together and attempt to make the best out of their current situation. They hide and use caution when searching for Amber Lilly. Time is precious but at the same time, the proper steps need to be taken in order to reassure that there is security and safety. They long to have their child in their arms but care enough to think about her safety first.
Thanks for listening! Until next time...
-Nikki
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