America is Dying & It Has No One to Blame But Itself, Greed & Dishonesty....

Charles Ferguson, who electrified the world with his Academy Award-winning documentary, Inside Job, now reveals how rogues with influence have taken over the country and are driving it to financial and social ruin.In Predator Nation, Ferguson exposes the networks of academic, government, and congressional influence--in all recent administrations, including Obama's--that prepared the path to conquest. He reveals how once-revered figures like Alan Greenspan and Larry Summers have become mere courtiers to the elite. And based on many newly released court filings, he details the extent of the crimes--there is no other word--committed in the frenzied chase for storied wealth that marked the 2000s. And, finally, he lays out a brief plan of action for how we might take it back.

My Review:

I really enjoyed this book. Truthfully, I wasn’t aware of such a book until my brother told me about. It scared the hell out of him. It didn’t do that to me. I was well aware of the truth in this book long time ago. I just didn’t know to the extent my guesses were: Right on the button, it seems. Want to learn more about how the USA runs its finances? Want to learn the truth behind the 2008 Bubble crash? This book will give you a giant leap into the truth. Be careful, though. You may want to sit down while reading because this author wasn’t afraid to tell it like it was. He blew the top off the entire scandal. Sad thing of it all is that this isn’t the end of it. The greed continues and it is the public that pays a very hefty price indeed. Everyone needs to read this book at least once. You don’t need to be a financial guru either to enjoy it. 

About the Author:

Charles Henry Ferguson (born March 24, 1955)^[1] is the founder and president of Representational Pictures, Inc., and director and producer of No End in Sight: The American Occupation of Iraq (2007) and Inside Job (2010),^[2] which won the Academy Award for Best Documentary.^[3] Ferguson is also a software entrepreneur, writer and authority in technology policy.

                     

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Fall In Love With a Little Help from Man's Best Friend in Jenn McKinlay's Romance Debut....

Synopsis:

Fall in love with a little help from man’s best friend in New York Times bestselling author Jenn McKinlay’s contemporary romance debut.

Mackenzie “Mac” Harris fled her hometown of Bluff Point, Maine, after being left at the altar—and seeking solace in the arms of her best friend’s off-limits brother. Now, seven years later, she’s back to attend her best friend’s wedding—safe, or so she thinks, from the mistakes of her youth.

But Gavin Tolliver has never forgotten the woman who has always held his heart. And when Mac rescues a stray puppy named Tulip, only Gavin, the town’s veterinarian, can help. With a little assistance from Tulip, Gavin vows to make Mac realize that their feelings are more than just puppy love…

My Review: 4 stars

First off, I never read any of Jenn McKinlay’s books and romance books aren’t exactly a favorite of mine, though I do enjoying the good ones from time to time. Ms. MicKinlay has gained a new fan. This is a cute, warm and funny story you’ll be sure to remember. If not for the characters but for a stray puppy Gavin rescues and is named Tulip. I enjoyed this cute romance novel with a twist of puppy love in it. Back home for two weeks as maid of honor in her best friend Emma's wedding. Emma just happen to be the older sister to Gavin, with whom Mac has a bit of a secret. I love the setting on the Maine coast, one of my favorite places to visit, despite the cold.

     The characters are well developed and the story has several plot twists. I confess to not being a big fan of romance, but those that I enjoy, I truly do so and have no hesitation in recommending. Such is the case with About a Dog. I enjoyed the friendship, camaraderie, humor, the aunts, and of course, the stray pup named Tulip! If you don’t love anything else about this book, you can’t help but fall in love with Tulip, the stray dog.

Disclaimer: Thanks to First to Read for the opportunity to read and review. I received a copy of this book in exchange for a fair and honest review.

About the Author

Former librarian and New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Jenn McKinlay is the author of About a Dog, as well as the Library Lover’s Mysteries, the Cupcake Bakery Mysteries, and the Hat Shop Mysteries. Jenn lives in sunny Arizona in a house that is overrun with kids, pets, and her husband’s guitar.

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• Series: Bluff Point Romance, A (Book 1)
• Mass Market Paperback: 320 pages
• Publisher: Berkley; Original edition (May 30, 2017)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0399584714
• ISBN-13: 978-0399584718
• Product Dimensions: 4.2 x 0.8 x 6.9 inches

Land on Fire is Becoming a Major Problem And Not Just for Firefighters....

“This comprehensive book offers a fascinating overview of how those fires are fought, and some conversation-starters for how we might reimagine our relationship with the woods.” —Bill McKibben, author Eaarth: Making a Life on a Tough New Planet

Wildfire season is burning longer and hotter, affecting more and more people, especially in the west. Land on Fire explores the fascinating science behind this phenomenon and the ongoing research to find a solution. This gripping narrative details how years of fire suppression and chronic drought have combined to make the situation so dire. Award-winning nature writer Gary Ferguson brings to life the extraordinary efforts of those responsible for fighting wildfires, and deftly explains how nature reacts in the aftermath of flames. Dramatic photographs reveal the terror and beauty of fire, as well as the staggering effect it has on the landscape.

My Review:

“The why behind wildfire The wildfires of 2015 were the most devastating on record; more than 9 million acres burned across North America and the United States spent more than 2 billion dollars fighting and suppressing the fires. 2016 is expected to be even worse: by May, more than 1.6 million acres had already burned. Wildfire season is burning longer and hotter, affecting more and more people, especially in the west.”

More academic than entertaining, this is a valuable asset for firefighters as well as those interested in wildland fire. If you live in the woods or anywhere near them, I highly recommend you read this. Not necessarily to understand fires, but to see what exactly is involved.  Living out in the country myself, Ii’m grateful that I chose to read this book. Very informative. Easy to understand. If you know nothing about the science of fires, you will learn a great deal after reading this book. This is a book for anyone that wants to obtain a deeper understanding of fires. It explores the science behind fires and the research being done to find a solution. You'll learn about the heroic efforts of those responsible for fighting fire, how years of fire suppression and chronic drought have combined to make the situation more dire, and how nature reacts in the aftermath of flames. Color photographs throughout reveal the beauty and terror of fire and the stunning effect it has on the landscape. Land on Fire is for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of our time of fire. It is obvious to me that a great deal of research and work went into this book!

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