“For anyone who has ever had a family summer home, or been a frequent guest at a summer home, this book will surely bring back memories. It doesn't matter whether the house is on Cape Cod, New Hampshire, or elsewhere, there is something that will resonate with everyone.” This Amazon quote reflects the warmth of the nostalgic feelings you get reading Colt’s book.  Marianne's Book Group, July 2008

Psychological thriller, crime novel and “what-if” sequel to The Great Gatsby—with significant twists.. Bohjalian’s novel is difficult to describe because at every turn there is the risk of spoiling the story by revealing its surprise ending. However, the author powerfully explores the haunting world of the homeless and the mentally ill, and he skillfully draws us into the lonely world of those unfortunate people whom society fears and rejects.  Marianne's Book Group, May 2008

Recounting one of the worst man made ecological disasters to hit America (maybe even the world), Timothy Egan traces the history of the Dust Bowl before and during the Great Depression. This important book tells about the unbelievable austerity of the Dust Bowl era. Its message of human suffering and tenacity, of lessons learned too late about land use and conservation, about the price and sometimes the rewards of "sticking it out", are written here with the spirit of a somber thriller.  Marianne's Book Group, March 2008

This is a soulful journey of self-discovery written as a travelogue. Suffering from despair after a difficult divorce, Gilbert over the course of a year visits three different countries. She goes from the physical pleasures of Italy to the search for the transcendent in the ashrams of India. In Bali, her experiences encompass both the physical and spiritual realms. The author has recorded a series of serious personal insights and written them in a personable, lighthearted, and endearing tone.   Marianne's Book Group, January 2008