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The Soulforge
Published in Audio Cassette by Soundelux Audio Pub (December, 1997)
Authors: Margaret Weis and Carol Stewart
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the story of Raistlin
Her you! You ever hear of Dragon Lance books? Do you like magic, mages, and stories of adventure, and heroes who fight for glory and freedom? Then the book that you will want to read is The Soulforge written by Margaret Weis. It's the beginning of the life of one mage, Raistlin Majere.

The book tells the story of a dagger tongued sarcastic boy who at the age of six comes to find magic as the rescuer he needs from the torment and tragedies he faces during the youthful years of his life. The other wizards in the Tower of High Sorcery have been watching Raistlin throughout the years he has been at a school that teaches young mages like him, the art of magic. They come to the decision that he is ready to take the test, a test that could prove fatal to his life if he fails. Raistlin is awfully weak in physical form to take such a test. But maybe his skill in magic will be enough to pull him through alive. If he makes it out alive everything will change for him, and nothing will ever be the same.

It's an exciting and thrilling book. Page after page is full of interesting and tense situations. Raistlin's mysterious character comes out in this book that tells his tragic and thrilling past as a little boy, to a teenager, and a young adult. I loved this book. I never knew that much about the sharp tongued, sly, mystifying, and puzzling mage. Now I understand why he's so harsh and sarcastic to everyone.

I highly recommend this book to anyone who loves fantasy. If you like to have a little comedy mixed in with your adventures, you get it with this story. There are some pretty hilarious parts in this book amongst all the thrilling adventures that goes on in Raistlin's life.

So what do you think will happen to Raistlin? Will he survive the most feared test to all mages, in the Tower of High Sorcery? Not many do.

A detailed look at the forging of a soul
This book was a great experience for me. Having read all the Dragonlance novels, this one somehow struck me as the most human, most personal. It is primarily the story of a young Raistlin Majere, aspiring wizard. It details his life from age 6 to 20, from his first day at mage school to his culminating Test in the Tower of High Sorcery. Overall, this book is good because it does a very good job of portraying Raistlin's growth as an individual, showing how he became the way he is in Chronicles and Legends. Look for appearances by other classic Dragonlance characters, as well: For instance, this book plays with the relationships between Tas and Flint/Tanis and Kitiara, as well as Raistlin and Caramon.

A Good Look into the Heart of a Mage
I've been reading DragonLance novels for some time, and Weis and Hickman's original trilogies _Chronicles_ and _Legends_ are some of the best fantasy I have read. _The Soulforge_ is an excellent book to read if you want to know more about Raistlin, the later-Black robed mage, and his family. I laughed so many times reading this story, and really loved it! I came to understand how Raistlin started down the path that led him to yearn for ultimate power. This is a very eye-opening novel for any DragonLance fan. I found the portrayal of all the characters to be well-done and very believable. If you haven't read this book, make sure you do. You won't regret having spent the money.


Upon A Midnight Clear : A Delightful Collection Of Heartwarming Holiday Stories
Published in Hardcover by Pocket Star (01 November, 1997)
Authors: Jude Deveraux, Linda Howard, Stef Holm, Margaret Allison, and Mariah Stewart
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Linda and Jude carry it all....
Ok, first of all, I personally love Jude and just about everything she writes (notable exceptions would be High Tide and Legend- both of which were poorly written) but, this short story just doesn't make me go "hmmmm.." Maybe because I didn't like Legend I was a tad biased against this story since it picks up where Legend left off. Again, it wasn't as poorly written, but there was just no magic. Likeable, but not memorable. However, I REALLY liked Linda's little tale. Her tale starts out like so many dates that we have and just choose not to talk about..but, this time, instead of showing the guy the door, we show a little more. The chemistry in this is just phenomenal. And, hey, let's face it..this is why we women read romance novels and especially why we read Linda Howard..THE SEX!! I have never wanted to be a character as bad as I wanted to be that girl. One word describes this tale...GRRRRR. The rest of the stories are fluffy and sweet, but if you want REALLY good dreams, ditch the rest and just read Linda.

I think the last one is stupid as heck
White Out annoyed me so much they were having sex before they knew each others names that is disgusting.Quite frankly Tanner Price was not a likeable character.Hope was stupid having sex with a man you don't know with no protection is as tupid as a person can get. I loved The Teacher it was another wonderful read from Jude Deveraux.If you want more from her then try Twin of Ice and Twin of Fire they are her best. I like Jolly Holly that was cute and the ending was wonderful. I liked the one with Caleb and Quinn that was very good because you don't have to wonder about how the love came about.In most of them they seem to just fall in love however they had known each other for a long time and they had been in love for a long time.I liked the one with KIm and Tony they were perfectly mathced I also loved the way that she forgave her father.

For "White Out" only
I only read the Linda Howard story "White Out," so I can't give a review of the others. But, that one alone is great. Yes, the premise of the Price's and Hope's relationship--and fabulous sex--is not something that can be applied to reality. But, so what? The story is still cute, fun, and very sexy. Plus, Howard has a true talent for making almost any scenario plausible with her skilled writing (e.g. anyone read "Son of the Morning"?). If you don't want to buy the anthology, I recommend settling in at Borders with a cup of coffee and reading "White Out" right there. Very Entertaining!


Curlew Island
Published in Audio Cassette by Magna Large Print Books (February, 1999)
Authors: Sally Stewart and Margaret Sircom
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Curlew Island
Curlew Island is the story of Fran Campbell a woman working at as a tourist guide in London, when she is sent on a working assignment to a small island off the coast of Scotland. The story follows what she encountered once there. I liked this book because it seems real, the place and the characters are easy to visualise, they take you into the book and it's hard to put down. For me this was one of those books you sit down with and don't get up again until you have finished reading from cover to cover. If you liked Postcards From A Stranger, you would most probably like Curlew Island.


Postcards from a Stranger
Published in Audio Cassette by Magna Large Print Books (March, 2000)
Authors: Sally Stewart and Margaret Sircom
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A highly enjoyable story about believable people
A contemporary set story of a young woman whose misplaced sense of loyalty leads her to make a disasterous marriage and stick to her vows long after most people would have given up on a husband who was a thief as well as a liar. Eventually she calls it a day and comes home to England and to her friends to re-build her life. This is not in any way a sad story. In fact Mr Right is waiting in the wings if the heroine would only notice - and there is a great deal of humour to be found in the author's descriptions of the everday follies of human beings. The characters are believable and well drawn - highly recommended.


Designing Women: Interiors by Leading Style Makers
Published in Hardcover by Stewart, Tabori & Chang (May, 2001)
Authors: Margaret Russell, John M. Hall, and Martha Stewart
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Ideas Galore.
When it comes to design books, the bridge between aspirational and practical is hard to cross because it usually doesn't exist. This book not only showcases great ideas, but sources them. It is inspirational (especially for women) in that you feel empowered to create a room of your own. It is beautifully photographed and well-written; each brilliant corner seems attainable. I loved the sources in the back, which lead readers on a variety of paths. Unlike other design books, this is luscious and useful at the same time. I highly recommend Margaret Russell's interpretation and explanation of how modern women live.

A fabulous book - and useful to boot!
i love design books, but truthfully, some are way too far out there for my tastes - and then some are ho-hum and uninformative. this is a really, really great book - not only are the designers extremely interesting individuals - but their personal tastes are actually out there for the taking. i might not have loved each of their homes - but i loved the fact that THEY loved them! also great about this book - and maybe my favorite part (aside from the TERRIFIC photos - wow) are the super great hints each designer gives at the end of her segment - they are actual USEABLE and DOABLE!

The Best Design Book Ever
Designing Women by Margaret Russell is, simply put, the best book on interior design that I have ever read. I wholeheartedly recommend it to anyone interested in this subject. It is informative and extremely well-written.


Access 97: School-To-Work Strategies (Glencoe Comprehensive Approach Series)
Published in Hardcover by McGraw Hill Text (October, 1997)
Authors: Deborah Hinkle, Carole Tobias, Margaret Marple, shar Fisher-Larson, Sharon Anne Fisher-Larson, and Kathleen Stewart
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Atlas of Biopsy Pathology for Heart and Lung Transplantation
Published in Hardcover by Edward Arnold (February, 2001)
Authors: Susan, Frcpath Stewart, Nathaniel R. B., Md, Frcpath Cary, Martin J., Frcs, Mrcpath Goddard, and Margaret E., Md, Frcpath Billingham
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The Best Book a Mother Ever Had
Published in Paperback by Kinderpress (December, 1988)
Authors: Margaret Freytas Stewart and Margaret Freytag Stewart
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Best Practice?: Insights on Literacy Instruction from an Elementary Classroom (Literacy Studies Series)
Published in Paperback by International Reading Association (January, 2002)
Authors: Margaret Taylor Stewart and Margaret Taylor Stewart
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Britain and the I.L.O.: the story of fifty years
Published in Unknown Binding by Published for the Department of Employment and Productivity [by] H.M.S.O. ()
Author: Margaret Stewart
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