“The Fault In Our Stars” Book Review

I love to read and have revived this love recently when it finally hit me there is absolutely nothing worth watching on television anymore.  Why its taken me this long to realize this I don’t know.  So it became clear instead of whittling away my precious time on the sofa with a remote in my hand I should be reading through my book list.  I have read several books lately but the one that stands out the most is “The Fault in Our Stars” by John Green.  Deemed a young adult novel, it really is for any age and is a profound story about two young teenagers, both battling cancer and in love with each other.  I should have know from the start this would not end well but the ride getting there was actually fun and made me laugh out loud on many occasions.  The movie will clearly be a tear jerker and hopefully stays true to the wit and wisdom of these young adults dealing with very mature issues.

Book Review: Fifty Shades Of Grey

Cover: Fifty Shades Of Grey

Recently I was browsing the book aisle at Target looking for a new read that would provide a needed distraction from a personal issue.  I wanted something fun, easy and engaging.  I certainly found it.  Not only is Fifty Shades of Grey by EL James a total guilty pleasure it is a hot-button, somewhat controversial book making it all the more fun to read.  The book is classified as “erotic fiction” if this gives you an idea of why.  In Fifty Shades… Anastasia Steele is a recent college grad who has limited experience with men.  When she gets involved with young, handsome billionaire Christian Grey she gains experience – fast.  Christian is a control freak, in and outside of the bedroom, and is unable to resist the innocent but witty and intelligent Anastasia.  While his command over Anastasia and her willingness to give in is frustrating at times, the way his looks and magnetism is described makes you understand why.  Even at over 500 pages the story moves at a quick pace and is sure to keep you turning the pages wondering what wild thing Christian will have Anastasia do next.  Pick up Fifty Shades of Grey for your beach read this summer but maybe use a book cover if you want to avoid any stares of those in the know!