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Entries by Jackie K. Cooper from 02/2012

Defending Jacob Is a Stunning Novel

| Posted 02.02.2012

William Landay has written a stunning novel and it is one that should draw attention to the possibilities it raises. In the next few weeks, Defending Jacob is the novel most readers are going to be discussing.

'Big Miracle' Is a Whale of a Tale

| Posted 02.07.2012

Big Miracle is based on an actual event which occurred in Barrow, Alaska in 1988. It was discovered by a local television reporter that three whales were trapped under the ice in the Arctic Circle.

The Captive Heart Is a Better Book Than Its Title Indicates

| Posted 02.10.2012

The Captive Heart is not a good title for a book of so much depth. It cheapens the expectations of the story and makes it appear to be a very simplistic book. That it is not.

The Vow IS Enhanced by Being Based on Truth

| Posted 02.14.2012

Tatum is sincere and loving as Leo but he is also a sort of clunky actor. For some this just adds to his charm, while for others it is off-setting. He has a boyish charm and you can certainly see why Paige was attracted to Leo.

Oath of Office Is a Political/Medical Thriller

| Posted 02.15.2012

Michael Palmer's latest, Oath of Office, takes a look at the nation's food crops and how they might be manipulated, and then combines that with a tale of people gone berserk.

This Means War Entertains on All Fronts

| Posted 02.20.2012

This Means War is a movie that exceeds expectations. You might think it will just be a run of the mill rom-com but it is more than that, primarily because of the charm of the cast.

Catch Me Is Lisa Gardner's Latest Thriller

| Posted 02.24.2012

If you are looking for a story that is full of suspense, rich enjoyable characters, and a writing style that keeps you informed and entertained, then you need to read Catch Me.