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This novel brings you to the late 1700's and offers the drama of a modern romance with all the trials of war while in another era and country.
Twists and turns along with an easy/quick history of early Poland will keep the pages turning. Quickly went to buy the sequel before starting a new book b/c I was up in arms to find out the happenings of these compelling characters.

This book is a page-turner right from the beginning. I loved reading in this time period when men spoke to women like this (from page 23):

"See the two meadow flowers, the yellow and the violet? One is as different from the other as day from night. Yet who will say that one is more beautiful? Oh, a fool might. But only a fool... But do you know what may determine the desirability of one over the other?... The fragrance!"

Be still my heart! If you love that kind of subtle romance, you will love this book.

Anna shows such strength despite the overwhelming tragedies (one after the other) she faces in her young life. And even though she is a Countess, she is very down-to-earth and sensitive to those "under her" although it was a no-no for those of such high society. Her tenderness and innocense makes her so very likable.

The book goes back and forth between family life and what's politically going on in Poland during the late 1700s with the underlying romance throughout. You're always wondering about what will finally happen with Jan Stelnicki. At no point was this book boring!!!

I loved it.

I loved this book. There are so few novels on the market about Poland and Polish history (I don't know of any others!). This is indeed a rare find. The characters are well developed, the descriptions of locations and activities are wonderfully detailed and passionately written. The setting and content about the significant historical moments are woven in expertly. It really is a history lesson embedded in a very fast-moving and dramatic story. Yes, sometimes it may be a bit overly dramatic, but I really enjoy that rich, gossipy style. So cool that it is based on REAL journal entries. These characters come alive and will stay with you well after you are done reading. Great ending, too.

Looking forward to reading Chrimson Sky.

I found this historical fiction text to be absolutely enthralling! It has not only provided me with hours of enjoyable, page-turning reading, but has also given me great insight into my Polish ancestry and heritage. The strength, spirit, and heart of the Polish people--MY people--is wonderfully portrayed within the pages of this book. I'm so looking forward to receiving Mr. Martin's sequel, Against a Crimson Sky. I'm sure I'll not be disappointed!

I found the book very engaging. I loved the characters and can't wait to find out what happens next.

I enjoyed reading this book. It takes the reader behind the scenes and shows how much effort goes before and behind the actual game. It was a wonderful
reminder of the fun I have when I get to attend a women's basketball game.
Virgil A. Place, M.D.

As an avid fan of college women's basketball for almost thirty years, I found this book enjoyable on several levels. First, it was enlightening to learn some of what it's like inside a national powerhouse women's basketball program; the author's stories brought me inside the excitement of a well respected program. Secondly, the chapters are about Stanford, a university recognized for its scholarship; it grows scholars who happen to be athletes. The narratives about recruitment, coursework, and balance of student and athlete were informative. Thirdly, the details about the boosters who built the Fast Break Club itself were funny and touching. The author brought me along for the ride when she took a tour of the PAC-10 schools, and I was inside the hearts of boosters who traveled in sickness and in health to support their teams, no matter the weather or the time zone.

And finally, the author is a good writer and storyteller, her chapters and narratives flow well, the many photos add to the book, and I didn't want to put the book down. I highly recommend this book for anyone interested in women's basketball. If you don't have a team to cheer for before you start the book, you will want to find one after you finish reading it!

Boosters Always Win! The Fans of Women's Basketball is a very engaging personal account of how a small group of people banded together to form what has become a very dynamic, educational, and highly effective booster organization that contributes enormously to the Women's Basketball program at Stanford University.
Harriet Benson has succeeded in giving little snapshots into behind the scene issues of what it took to develop The Fast Break Club, it's struggles, how it might best serve the program, it's future. For those who have followed the team, this is a bit of a trip down memory lane. It's a great read for anyone connected with the team or anyone interested in forming a booster organization to support any group.
The Fast Break Club now has a life of its own that nurtures not only the program, the players, the coaches, but the boosters as well. "If you build it they will come", and indeed they did!

This is a great book for anyone who is a fan, but also a real treat for people living in the metro-Detroit area, as a few of the celebrities asked are local TV and radio stars. She wrote to a lot of people over the years and has a great collection of stars' heroes, from Soupy Sales to Les Paul and of course Davy Jones! It's neat to find out who inspired the celebrities to be who they are today.

Mary Guerra is an authority on fandom as she is a member of a fanclub or two herself. I know this since she belongs to the fanclub I run for Davy Jones, Davy Devotees. Though the concept of fandom is normally perceived as being something the nonfamous possess, Mary spent years contacting various celebrities asking them just who they consider themselves a fan of and what fanclubs they would join if they could! She received personal responses from legends in the field of entertainment like RoseMarie and Phyllis Diller to Les Paul, inventor of the electric guitar, Richard Petty, of racing fame, columnist, Liz Smith and "Mr. Hockey" Gordie Howe. Shirley Jones, Peter Noone and Mary's personal favorite, Davy Jones of The Monkees, are just a few of the many other highlighted celebrities. If you've been a fan of anyone at anytime, this book gives you an interesting look at who those we admire actually admire. At times the featured celebrities provide laughs and at other times intriguing revelations. Overall this is a fun read with a lot of heart!

This book is fabulous. My husband and I found it to be a quick, entertaining read. We particularly enjoyed the entry from Mike Clark, our favorite radio DJ. It's interesting to see what people celebrities find heroic, and it conveys more of an inside look into their personality as well.

A first book by a new author, this is an excellent detective story, written by someone who obviously knows whereof he speaks. I found it started a little slowly, but the more I read, the better it got and the more engrossed I became. Then it just took off and I couldn't put it down. The characters are excellently idiosyncratic, the author nails the dialog and interactions between his people, the plot is gripping and well-paced, the narrative involving, and the resolution ultimately very satisfying.
Do yourself a favor, read this and pass it on-publishers need to be encouraged to publish more books like this.

I found this book to have all the elements needed to make reading a pleasant experience. The characters take on a life all their own. It is very apparent that Charles Porter has worked in the detective field for many years, as the plot is beleivable and is interesting until the very end. This is a book that rates right up there with some of the best I've ever read and I recomend it to anyone that takes pleasure in reading. One word of caution, make sure you don't have any up and coming plans, the book is difficult to put down

excellent book for allpurpos

This simple book packs a BIG punch!
Jay Perry brings his years of experience, wisdom and warmth to the fore in this delightful, easy to read game plan for coaches and people who want to build their own businesses.
The concept is easy for anyone to understand, and there are plenty of tips and examples that can inspire more game playing.
It's fresh .... and it works.
And Yes - I am a raving FAN and wholeheartedly recommend it!

Coach Val

Mr. Callypygian himself, Scarface (your "Scarface" accent was innovative, I love you & your new look(2006),Crazy Eddie(you dropped the "Crazy" and you're a grown man now. Thank you for EVERYTHING you've contributed to the indie movie industry. We'll be looking for YOU on the UPN network), Hush(I don't like you anymore,where are "we"),Miami(boo where are you?)Ninja (I miss you), Beast (I love you light skinned boo),Cloudy (make sure Ninja brings HIM and Cloudy to the next DVD giveaway). Remember what made you famous Mr. Brennan: Casting the greats like Eddie, Tony T.(I knew I was in for good time when I saw you), Joeito(you brought more youth and spice to the Fan Club. Remember, they're famous because they're actors, so focus more on that aspect, please:) And have Marco Polo visit the set sometimes. Can anyone say Jesus Peron? That fine thing better show its face sometimes!!!

As I sit here making my first purchase of the day, the new Latino Fan Club calendar (2006), I think of all the wonderful things Brian Brennan has given us: Gustavo Viva,thanks for being eye candy for so long (you're all grown up now-can't wait to see what you have planned), Mr.Tiger Tyson: who made a huge splash onto the indie film scene with his hand picked cast: the nicest, realest hip-hop thug with the cutest New York "eye-squint" Angel, and the most wonderful man in history with the softest voice and the sweetest smile "The Great Ikon" (he could hold a woman in his arms and make her feel like a million bucks!), Alejandro (affectionately known as "Ale" he could charm the diamonds off a rattlesnake), Spade the one highfalutineer of the group (you can come over and "shock the booty" a couple of times,baby), and "Daz" my inspiration. Finally Mr.Brennan has discovered that latin good looks can be found outside Puerto Rico.

This book is awesome. Full of high definition, up and close, extremely clear pictures of Bruce Lee himself, his family members and friends. Includes up close photos of his writings and personal notes from him and too him. Some pictures of this collection have surfaced everywhere, but never before have all of them, and the missing pictures, ever been put into one volume, and in proper sequence. This is an awesome collection for us fans of Bruce Lee and his wonderful family.

The book describes a true story about
the competition between a Windows fan and
a Linux fan. It reflects many of the
the points of views of the Windows and
Linux communities towards each other.
It contains valuable resources for anyone
who wants to become a serious Internet
Service Provider ( ISP ).