Wednesday, December 29, 2004

Book recommendations

These are books that I have read during this holiday. This is in between all the family obligations and letters of recommendation I've written.

First off, Sick Puppy by Carl Hiaasen who here writes a comedy/mystery revolving around the natural wonders of his beloved state of Florida. And yes, a puppy plays a significant role in this book even though it's about revenge and sending a message to those who need it.





Sick Puppy by Carl Hiaasen


Second is a humorous, touching and educational look into the process and pains of alcoholism, rehab and the work after rehab. The fact that Burroughs is gay is a minor issue, but does add some spice. He writes well about what are possilbly painful and sad situations.





Dry by Augusten Burroughs


Last comes a fun novel about a magician in the 1920's who somehow offs President Warren G. Harding during a magic trick. The book also is set in 1920's San Francisco which is a bonus for us who live there.





Carter Beats the Devil by Glen David Gold

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