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Eowyn Wood is an exceptionally talented writer. In her book, Naked in the Rain, she shines as a story teller.

The story line follows an eleven year old boy as he falls in love, runs away from an abusive home, connects with the wrong type of people and enters a world of illegal drugs and sex.

Wood develops this character so well, I found myself feeling this child's pain, experiencing his emotions and understanding his situation. I know a disturbing world exists that preys on young children, however, to see it from this child's perspective is incredibly eye-opening.

I urge you to read this book. I could not put it down and when finished, I immediately passed it on to a friend to read. I anxiously await the sequel and anything else written by Eowyn Wood.

Ann Self does a spendid job bringing the characters in this thriller to life. We get to know Jane Husted, the primary character, as she reminisced about her humiliating high school days and a crush she still carries for Brian Canady, her prince charming oblivious to her existence. Plain Jane and her best friend, Fatty Matty, were the object of snickers and cruel jokes. After high school, Madeline Fanning pursued a successful career as a Clinical and Forensic Psychologist while Jane re-invented herself into a long legged beautiful brunette who experienced blue-ribbon performances in the show ring.

Young affluent, Jane Husted, finds herself living in poverty with an uncaring aunt after the death of both her parents. She works as a show-rider and trainer for Springhill, a luxurious estate south of Boston, that breeds Trakehners. Owners of Springhill constantly remind the employees of their station in life creating animosity and providing numerous suspects for the bizarre happenings around the Springhill barn.

Each of the secondary characters are given distinct personalities. You feel as if you know them personally from the in-depth descriptions and details Self gives to each as her story unfolds. Sam, the barn manager, who could be anyone's big brother; Reggie, the handyman, the oldest fixture of the group; Dylan, the carefree head stable boy; and Lars, the well known European trainer. Then the blue-blooded owners of Springhill Estate: Elliot Whitbeck, hungry for power and fame in the horse world; his wife, Cicely, who appears the misfit in this wealthy family; the mother-in-law, who lets no one forget her wealth and all that it commands; and finally, Lucinda, the daughter with no talent or skill with horses and jealous of anyone who has.

This novel has all the elements you would expect to find in a best selling thriller. There is suspense, motive, murder, psychotic terror, suspects and plenty of surprises. The main surprise being the ending. Not to be revealed here, but not until the final pages did I know the source of the terror at Springhill.

Something Most Deadly, is sure to be the beginning of a marvelous career for Ann Self. This needs to be at the top of you must-read list.

My children are as different as night and day.

One read everything he could to improve his SAT/ACT scores. The other -- don't even mention reading any book that is not required. That is why this book is perfect for him.

How to Survive the SAT (and ACT) is written in an easy to read format. My son can just pick up the book, open to any page and read a segment. He does not have to read the entire book to benefit from the advice.

The advice is given by students who have taken the SAT/ACT. This is more powerful than advice from a parent or teacher. Students listen to their peers more readily than to an adult. In addition, students share the experience of the test. They share what they did correctly and what they would do differently.

Since reading this book, my gift to high school seniors will be a copy of How to Survive the SAT (and ACT). It will make a wonderful and appreciated gift.

I do believe in Divine intervention and the Turtle Wisdom was sent to me at this particular time.

After raising four boys, leaving a full time career for a part time job, and seeing my body shift, fall and spread when when I turned 50, the question "Who am I?" keeps bouncing around in my head.

From Turtle Wisdom, I gained inspiration, encouragement, guidance and most of all -- me. The format of this great little book is wonderful. No wasted words, no reading through excess fluff to get to the meat of the subject. It can be read as a whole or in parts; by chapter or topic. Turtle Wisdom is re-readable, perfect for beginning and/or ending the day.

Turtle Wisdom is a must read for anyone who want to embrace life. It is an easy read full of wisdom, quotes and simple instructions for becoming YOU!

Thank you, Ms. DeNomme. I anxiously await your next book, Turtle Widsom: The Companion- A Motivational Playbook and the Turtle Wisdom deck of cards.

Finally, a meditation CD I can use!

As a working mother of a large family, my time and energy are quickly consumed. Jeanie Marshall has created the perfect meditation routine for me. I can become completely mentally detached from my surroundings by listening to Jeanie's gentle guiding voice.

For me, this is a new experience. I have tried meditation in the past, with no success. My husband has numerous meditation CD's which are "nice" to listen to. Then I found The Voice of Jeanie Marshall and her Focused Energy Works. I can counter the negative effects of my day with the positive force provided by this guided meditation.

I strongly recommend Jeanie Marshall's Balance the Energies for those who are beginning meditation or for those who, like me, were unsuccessful with meditation in the past.