Rebecca Hill
3 women, all with very different lives, but with the same goal - protect the Chateau Lafayette. This was an interesting read, sweeping through different time periods to paint a full picture, and keeping the reader engaged. Follow these three women as they fight to protect the Chateau, and learn a little more about themselves in the process.
We have all heard the stories of the last words spoken before someone is put to death. Usually, it was in cases of medieval beheadings, etc. But this book goes beyond that, taking into account different cases over history, and sharing the crimes, the verdicts, and the final walks of those convicted, giving us a more full story of the punishment - and the crime.
For true crime lovers, this is a great delve into different cases, horrendous murders, and those convicted. For historians, its a glance back into the past, and the immortal last words spoken by those condemned. Chris Wood went above and beyond the expectations I had for this book (even though I thought it sounded fabulous from the title, I was not sure how the content would be arranged), but it was easy to read, and the facts and cases keep you pulled in. Prepare for a book hangover, because once you start this book, you will not be able to put it down until you have finished the last sentence.
I absolutely loved this book! I want to thank Pen and Sword for an ARC copy of this book. The opinions above are my own.
Taking a journey back through time with this amazing book is a walk through the glass doors of history.
This is one of those books that draws you in, and just continues to wow you on each page that you read. The history was rich, and reading about the different women who passed through the doors of the Barbizon was something that is not easily forgotten!
Great read, and one that I highly recommend!
Oh, I think this book is going to be on my short list of “things I can use with students in the future” shelves. I absolutely loved reading through this book! It was full of great history, backgrounds on the outlaws, their gangs, and so much more! Photos rounded out the book so that you could put a face with the name, and it really helped to shape the small snippets of information that many know.
I have always enjoyed reading about the Black Prince, and this book was no exception. I felt that we were shorted in his history, and this book just reaffirms that. I believe that we would have seen even greater things from him had he lived longer.
History lovers will LOVE this book! It is full of rich detail, easy to read, and breathes life back into the Edward, or as we refer to him, the Black Prince, giving us more on his relationship with the French King. Absolute must read! With their advantages and disadvantages on the battlefield, tactics play into this book, and for those who enjoy military history and the maneuvering of armies, this book will keep you glued to your seat.
Alice in Wonderland has long been a beloved children's book, but there is a side to the story that most didn't know. After reading this book, I was blown away with the amount of information that was presented! Holy moly! I had no clue that Alice was based on a real person, or that she distanced herself from the author.
The different nuances that are presented in this book will have you rethinking the way you look at this classic children's story, and make you want to read it again - to see if you can pick up on anything that was mentioned in this book! I know that I am going to be reading it a bit deeper than I did before.
Informative and engaging! This book was everything I hoped it would be and more!
Saddle up for an adventure that is going to knock you over! This book is packed full of information on the Lawmen of the Wild West, and there is SO MUCH INFORMATION!
I loved reading through this one! Isaac Parker and Wild Bill Hickock were two of my favorites to read about. Lawmen of the Wild West draws the romantic notion of the west, and kicks that out of the window. It was lawless, but there were some who did their best to bring law and order. This rather makes me think a bit of the old radio show, “Have Gun, Will Travel.” These men did their best to bring justice (but let's be honest, some of them managed to hit the wrong side of the law too), and in turn, shaped their names to be remembered throughout history, and the struggle for taming the west.
Hands down one of the best books I have read this year!
Fascinating and interesting read! For those who are interested in serial killers, this book is for you!
Meticulously researched and well put together, this book is going to take you down the poisoned path of murder, and reveals the story in-depth along the way! This is one that you do NOT want to miss!
Abraham Heschel brings a wallop in this book, talking about a variety of topics, but all tied together through one common thread - faith. It was eye-opening, and thought provoking, with questions being raised and answered, different ideas and solutions thrown out, as well as a descriptive overview of views and highlights that are important.
Engaging and interesting read!
I didn't know much about Bohemond before this book, but I am so glad that I read it! Wow! This book was full of great information, and it was broken down in such a way as to keep the reader from feeling overwhelmed and frustrated. There is a lot to learn about this man, and his role in the first crusade, but it also lays out the good, the bad, and the wow factors so very nicely!
Great weekend read if you are looking to learn something!
This was an interesting read, and one that will captivate you. The beginning was a bit slow, and it took me some time to get into the story, but once it picks up, you are going to become more invested in the characters, and maybe even find yourself flipping back to the beginning!
I didn't know that this was inspired by true events. There are some aspects of WWII that I am not super strong in, and I found myself learning something new!
Great weekend read!
Serial killers have long held a fascination with the world, and people hang onto much of what we see about them. This book offers a different perspective - their own words. I enjoyed reading through it, and getting a little insight into what they are thinking - and thinking of a few questions I would ask them myself!
Great for the serial killer aficionado in your life! This is a captivating (not decapitating) read!
Murder and Mistresses - the two seem to go hand in hand. If you have a mistress, then someone is going to wind up dead, and never count out a woman scorned. The murder of Barbara Finch, the wife of Dr. Bernard Finch was a scandal that rocked a nation. One trial was not good enough - there had to be three.
From start to finish, the entire affair was scandalous, and how Bernie Finch ever thought that he would get away with this is beyond me. What threw me for a loop, if I am being totally honest, was that after three trials that neither Bernie nor Carole were given the death penalty - and somehow even managed to get out of jail on parole! What!? How does that happen!? He killed the mother of his children - for what? A pretty face? I was literally dripping anger when I got to that part of the book. I enjoyed the book, and learning more about this horrid crime. But I wanted them to be held more accountable. How.. after being convicted of murder Bernie Finch was able to get his medical license re-instated? Am I overlooking something? How is a world of law and order (America) does this even happen? Sure, people change, but once you kill someone (because you love your money and mistress more than you wife) can you even think about having a normal life?
Okay, rant over.. maybe. I did enjoy the book. It was well-written and a good read. Just be prepared for a swing of emotions - because by the end, I was totally invested in these people!
