The following titles are all books we reviewed in 2016! It was a great year in bookland. Peruse at your leisure and discover your next favorite story!
2016
Best 50 Books of 2016
How goes it my fellow bibliophiles? 2016 has been one hell of a year. This year we have seen the death of many a beloved celebrity, a sketchy election and monumental social action. As for books, well, this year I have read some truly amazing stories. From fiction to non-fiction, my world has been rocked by the talent and bravery of so many authors. AlliesOpinions reviews a wide range of genres and I know there is something for every one this list! I am proud to present my picks for your viewing pleasure.
Book Review “The Mirage On The Brink Of Oblivion” Andrew M. Crusoe
In the Mirage, you can. Reachable only by leaving the physical body and entering the out-of-body state, the Mirage allows all within it to trade memories like souvenirs and create structures that defy physics. And now, after centuries, even the memory of the devastating Vakragha attack on their world has all but been forgotten, and most have lost touch with the physical world altogether.
Book Review “Bizzarma – How I Became A Hippy Without Really Trying” Douglas B. Wood
Bizzarma is a true story that spans from the 1950's "Leave it to Beaver" American Dream era to the political and drug charged 1960's and 1970's. Hyped by iconic musicians like The Beatles, Jimi Hendrix and Bob Dylan ; Doug went where the wind blew him and experienced the world with LSD bright eyes. This baby-boomer fell into a world rife with discord and did his best to make his own mark on the era. Sometimes Hilarious, very colorful and painfully honest - Doug narrates his life for the world.
Book Review “The Collector” Nora Roberts
When professional house-sitter Lila Emerson witnesses a murder/suicide from her current apartment-sitting job, life as she knows it takes a dramatic turn. Suddenly, the woman with no permanent ties finds herself almost wishing for one...
Book Review “Treachery and Truth” Katy Huth Jones
"Treachery and Truth" is a Christian novella that explores the land of Bohemia and the fall of a beloved leader. Told through the eyes of Poidevin, the narrative can be sometimes cumbersome but has an innocence that I find myself divided over.
Book Review “The Chemist” Stephenie Meyer
Stephenie Meyer has kicked major literary butt again with "The Chemist". I love every single one of her books. Every. Single. One. "The Chemist" was so far removed from everything else I've read from Meyer and she wrote it like she is a seasoned pro in this genre. Meyer has this amazing ability to form these relationships with her characters that are incredibly improbable but soooooo believable. This has made for some intriguing stories.
Vote! Vote! Vote!
As we reach the last few hours that polls are open, I want to inject just a bit of motivation to get you through those long lines. I know it's a pain. The workers are slow as molasses at some of your voting locations. The lines are disorganized and the system is confusing. I know. … Continue reading Vote! Vote! Vote!
Book Review “All Her Secrets” Kate Avery Ellison
First lines: I'd always thought I'd probably die suddenly, unexpectedly, a car wreck on a foggy morning or a brain aneurysm during a workout. I could never imagine a slow ebb into the other side, a gradual slide into death brought about by a wasting illness or old age. I figured it would be fast.
The Booklist – 5 Books You Should Read
Since it’s well known that I’m a voracious reader, I often have people ask me for book recommendations. Due to this, I’ve decided to start a weekly list of books that I have personally reviewed. Each book has received a minimum 4 star rating from me. If you have read any of the books I’ve listed, please let me know what you thought of them in the comments!
