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Oxygen

Oxygen By Carol Cassella

This novel, set in the operating rooms of a Seattle Hospital, is filled with action, reality, and suspense. The drama and the medical angles of the plot ring true, as the author is also an oxygen anesthesiologist in Seattle. The protagonist is Dr. Marie Heaton, a hard working professional at the height of her career. When her judgment in a tragic case involving a child is questioned, she begins to doubt herself, and then others around her. I enjoyed the book from start to finish, and I look forward to more from this talented Northwest author.

---Reviewed by Gayle Wingerter

Dragon's Lair

Dragon's Lair: The Lost Journals of Ven Polypheme by Elizabeth Haydon

I had no idea what to expect when I started this book, having never read its prequels. The first few pages were confusing because of this, although I soon started to understand and dragons_lair was drawn in. The story is set in a fantasy-rich era in Earth's past, where races such as Nain, Lirin, and Gwadd walk beside humans. Punctuating the mostly third-person style are sections of first person, as well as pencil drawings, which provide a view even the most descriptive writing can't show. This gave the book some variety, and helped keep me reading the whole way through. This is a great book with a hooking beginning, a body that keeps the reader going, and a satisfactory ending that paves the way.

--Reviewed by Kelan Smith, West Valley High School

Poodie James

By Doug Ramsey

Poodie James could have lived a pessimistic, reclusive life. He had many obstacles to overcome: deafness, weakness, and inability to speak clearly. But Poodie had too much love inside of him; love for his town, his friends, and life. A childhood disease had left an otherwise brilliant man at the mercy of the townspeople, who grew to love him. He played with the local kids, taught them to swim, worked any job he could--and he thrived. It seemed only one man in this Pacific Northwest town wanted Poodie gone: the mayor. Set in a small railroad town along the Columbia River in the '30's and '40's, Ramsey's book reads like a classic. Perhaps I was so drawn to this book because I've known a Poodie or two myself. Never underestimate what's underneath an awkward exterior. Based on a real man, the character Poodie James exuded optimism, love and ambition, even if the majority of the townspeople didn't know his true intellect. Read this book! We hope Doug Ramsey's first novel is the first of many to come.

The Arrival

By Shaun Tan

This is a wonderful graphic novel illustrated by Shaun Tan. There are no words, just beautiful pieces of art compiled into an intriguing story. The entire book is a commentary the_arrival on the life of immigrants. The wonder and confusion of moving to a new country is clear and beautifully represented. I've looked through this book countless times, and more and more is revealed each time. Take a look and discover a great tale told entirely in pictures.

Reviewed by Ty Sobczak

The House at Riverton

If you liked Atonement by Ian McEwan or Remains of the Day by Kazuo Ishiguro, you will love The House at

Riverton, by Kate Morton. I couldn't put this book down. The story is told by Grace, an old woman in her 90's, who is asked by a modern day filmmaker to make sure all the details are right for the movie she is making about the house at Riverton. Grace started working for the family at Riverton manor in the early 1900's when she was 14 years old. The story takes place during a very tumultuous time in history. There are many family mysteries, and Grace is the only person still living who knows everyone's secrets. The story unfolds and secrets are revealed in a masterful way that will keep you up long past your bedtime! ~Reviewed by Ann Reierson

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