This story of a young girl's struggle to make it past the harshness of the world and to survive into adulthood is both touching and well-conceived. Though certain aspects and happenings are predictable, Rogers made me believe and want them for the character anyway, so the emotional pay-off is wor...
I love to take a break and read a novel where you just slide right in the protagonist's life, because the author's style is so easy and natural. Red Ruby Heart in a Cold Blue Sea is that kind of easy and comfortable read. Florine's mother just disappears on an annual weekend away with a girlfrien...
The kids and I spent the next day playing inside and outside. We all went to bed early that night, but I didn’t sleep. The morning of December 27, 1973, was hell for me. I knew Edward Barrington was in Parker’s office. I pictured him sitting in a chair across from Parker, a little smile on his fa...