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Ponzied
Marvin Lindberg
9781432758646, $13.95
Terror is not often bound by morality, and a ponzi scheme is more than enough to pay for what they need. “Ponzied” tells the story of private detective Wayne Davis as he’s drawn into a Vegas ponzi scheme that may be driving more than just greed. An exciting read that blends mystery with action and adventure, “Ponzied” is a choice pick, highly recommended.
Carl Logan
Reviewer
He Blew Her a Kiss
Angie Pechak Printup & Kelley Stewart Dollar
Outskirts Press, Inc. 9781432760922, $16.95
A reminder is all the strength needed to carry on. “He Blew Her a Kiss: Inspirational Stories of Communication from Loved Ones Who Have Passed” is a collection of tales of a reminder of those who have passed and granting strength to those who live on with their own grief. Spiritual and uplifting, “He Blew Her a Kiss” is a choice pick for those looking for a spiritual motivational book.
Mary Cowper
Reviewer
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Waking Up Emily
K. Patrick Bonovich
9781432756582, $17.95
Self-publishing book review of the week
John Taylor
Reviewer
Working to save lives can be draining, and a little humor can go a long way to keeping the spirits up. “Waking Up Emily: Antics and Inspiration While Patients Sleep” is drawn from K. Patrick Bonovich’s own four decades as a physician working with his staff to assist their patents and provide care. A fascinating look at the care givers and their daily trials and tribulations, “Waking Up Emily” is a heart felt pick, very highly recommended.
The novel is based on the true life observations of the Anesthesia Department of a large metropolitan hospital as seen through the eyes of its members. It is often an irreverent, humorous, heart-warming and occasionally tear-jerking account of the professional lives of doctors, nurses, and paraprofessionals as they experience everyday issues associated with the delivery of health care. It is a glimpse into the tactics of those administering the services and the people who must operate daily within its environment.
Interprofessional diversities are visible in the endeavor to render a performance in essential or unforeseen circumstances. Provision of the relevant equipment and pharmaceuticals is depicted along with the dissimilar prospects of consequence versus cost. Personal opinions and deductions are frequently interjected, revealing not only personality quirks, but also the self esteem issues, of the individuals that make up the health care team.
Said the Spider
Earle E. Van Gilder
9781432754334, $16.95
The worst crimes are the ones you don’t know you’re committing. “Said the Spider” tells a story of deceit and corruption as Midwestern banking finds itself being corrupted by organized crime without even knowing. As the banks fall apart, it’s realized too late as the corruption takes hold; the impending financial downfall will wreak havoc. Investigators are forced to run against the clock to prevent a meltdown, making “Said the Spider” a fascinating and delightful mystery.
John Burroughs
Reviewer
Wine Service for Wait Staff and Wine Lovers
Rick Jelovsek
ISBN: 9781432762469 $19.95
Congrats Rick, on a second outstanding review of your self-published book!
Forget about Idiot’s or Dummy’s books…this book is all you need for an understanding of wines. The author explains everything from types of wines, how to serve, to when to serve, what to look for, taste for and smell.
I thought I knew a bit about wine but nothing like what I was able to absorb in the short time it took to read this book. This book can easily be read in less than an afternoon or gleaned right before you head out for the evening. The average person is not a sommelier, so general basic knowledge is all you need and you will get it from this book.
I was always concerned about ordering wine at a nice restaurant because the waiters expect me to smell and taste the wine before pouring and I wasn’t sure what exactly I should be doing. Now, because of this book I feel empowered to understand what I am looking for within the wines that are ordered.
The author also fills the reader in on what appear to be little known facts; such as, when a red wine can be served chilled or when a white may not have the right color. These are invaluable to know if you enjoy wine.
Reviewed by Melissa Koltes for RebeccasReads (11/10)
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I have to admit that I knew very little about wine until I reviewed “Wine Service for Wait Staff and Wine Lovers.” I drink wine and know what I like, but I’ve never taken the time to understand it. I thought this book would help me out and, I must say, it didn’t disappoint.
Rick Jelovsek claims “…retail wine stores and grocery stores where wine is sold, 80% of wine is sold to females. Women are more likely to be wine drinkers than men.” I found this interesting because in my experience it seems that my male friends have more knowledge about wine selections than my female friends. However, this is about purchasing, not knowledge.
Jelovsek’s writing is very concise and clear. He explains storing, serving temperature, choosing glassware, bottle and cork observation, pouring, decantation, aeration, and refilling. As well, he covers tasting, grape flavors and aromas, and food pairing.
For me, “Wine Service for Wait Staff and Wine Lovers” gave me a basic understanding. This book is intended for restaurant wait staff, wine industry sales personnel, and, of course, the people like me; wine lovers. This is certainly a book that I will keep for reference and will use it regularly. In fact, it spiked my interest to the point that I’m searching out wine appreciation classes. “Wine Service for Wait Staff and Wine Lovers” by Rick Jelovsek would make a great addition to a wine gift basket.
Reviewed by Irene Watson for Reader Views (09/10)
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