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December 23
Selected by Sharon from Portland, Oregon
The Man Who Loved Books Too Much: The True Story of a Thief, a Detective, and a World of Literary Obsession
by Alison Bartlett
Sharon's Comments:
"Allison Hoover Bartlett's probe into the mysteries of collecting took her into the confidence of a man named John Gilkey, who has served many times in prison for book theft. In her research she discovered a world of crazed people willing to risk all just for the next best first edition. She explores collecting as a phenomenon, collectors as a genre of the human species, rare book sellers interested in protecting their own pocketbooks as well as the integrity of the trade, and the moral and ethical questions that plagued her as Gilkey began to confess increasingly recent crimes. Fascinating. I returned my library copy and am buying one for my shelf to read again." (read more)
Your price $16.95
Used - Hardcover
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December 21
Selected by Mark from Great Falls, Montana
Mark won a Powells.com gift certificate worth $60.
The Swan Thieves
by Elizabeth Kostova
Mark's Comments:
"Elizabeth Kostova has captured my heart and mind again. The Swan Thieves is an intriguing blend of art, history, and obsession. It is rich in detail and language that puts you into the narrator's mind as he observes every detail with an artist's eye and also with a psychiatrist's trained eye looking for the manifestations of a troubled mind. I highly recommend it." (read more)
Your price $26.99
New - Hardcover
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December 19
Selected by Elaine from Vancouver, Washington
The Five Love Languages: Singles Edition
by Gary Chapman
Elaine's Comments:
"Giving this as a Christmas gift. I'm frequently frustrated with the one that I love because he's almost solely "acts of service" and I'm a blend of all five!
I read the original book years ago and really believe it stands the test of time. A real keeper!" (read more)
Your price $14.99
New - Trade Paper
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December 22
Selected by Jim from Pecatonica, Illinois
Jim won a Powells.com gift certificate worth $20.
The Giver
by Lois Lowry
Jim's Comments:
"Set in the future, where there is no poverty, violence, hunger, or hate, there is also no free will. Lowry does an admirable job in creating a utopia that hovers on being dystopian. This is a good read, thought-provoking for teens and adults both.....excellent book that could provide something to talk about with your teenager." (read more)
Your price $3.50
Used - Mass Market
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December 20
Selected by Sarena from Carson City, Nevada
Lady Macbeth
by Susan Fraser King
Sarena's Comments:
"Forget what you learned about Macbeth from Shakespeare; read this book for the characters and human drama. Read the book because it is one of those rare books that remind us readers why we spend so much time curled around our couches. I have to warn you, once finish this book finding your next good read will be a challenge." (read more)
Your price $7.00
Used - Trade Paper
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December 18
Selected by Annie from Azle , Texas
Annie won a Powells.com gift certificate worth $20.
When Rabbit Howls
by Truddi Chase
Annie's Comments:
"I read this book as a young teenager. I want to say I will never forget it. It reached so many places within my heart, it stirred up so many emotions, and pain that needed to be dealt with, and on many levels I still deal with today. Thank you for being brave enough to write this story. I am going to read it again as an adult." (read more)
Your price $16.00
New - Trade Paper
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