2 comments about Chevrolet Impala SS and Caprice, Buick Roadmaster 1991-1996 (Haynes Manuals).

1. Although the Chevrolet 9C1 Caprice is about as durable and long lasting as a car can be something will break sooner or later. One can save hundreds or even thousands of dollars by doing what repairs he can without taking the car to a shop. This manual will help anyone make such repairs. Even if you do not repair your own car it will help you to better comprehend and diagnose any problems you may encounter. That will save you money by knowing what is wrong before being deceived by a dishonest repair shop. For those that do repair their own vehicles this book explains in great detail and understandable terminology what to do and how to do it. The Haynes manual is much easier to read and understand than the Chiltons books. The only drawback the Caprice manual is that it does not go into complete detail on the differences between the civilian Caprices and the 9C1 Police package Caprice. That aside it is well worth the cost. I have saved well over $5000 in repair cost over the 350,000 miles I have traveled with this book in my library.



2. This is not a repair manual, just a brief review of some of the components of the cars and even that is incomplete.

5 comments about The Search for Justice: A Defense Attorney's Brief on the O.J. Simpson Case.

1. One book reviewer said that the OJ Simpson Trial will not truly be over until everyone involved has written a book about it. Robert Shapiro has thrown his log on the fire with this recent book. In it he delivers an account of the OJ Simpson trial in a manner that makes him look like the savior of the American justice system. F. Lee Bailey is an underhanded crook who leaked information to the media and who can't cross examine to save his life. Cochran is a blatant race card player who was all fluff and no substance, and even had the audacity to compare Mark Fuhrman to Hitler. On top of that, Shapiro was the only person who was willing to cooperate with the LAPD. This self righteous angle takes away from any value the book might possess. Unfortunately it is the only angle that separates it from the library of commentary the trial has generated. My recommendation is to leave it on the shelf, because you can probably get better facts on the trial around the water cooler at work.



2. Robert Shapiro tells the story of HIS roller coaster ride from June 13th until the day of the verdict. The readers get an honest peak at the impact that this trial had on perhaps one of the most well-respected criminal attorneys. Shapiro is not reluctant to address his opinion on O.J. Simpson, Johnny Cochran, Marcia Clark, Judge Ito and even the jurors.



3. "This is a work of fiction that reads like nonfiction."

   No more need be said.




4. For OJ to be guilty, you must believe that he quickly disposed of the bloody clothes, shoes, and knives so they would NEVER be found, yet brought the socks and glove back to his home! And then smeared blood all over the console!

   The coroner who did the autopsies testified "the forensic evidence says the murders occurred after 11PM". The limousine driver testified he brought OJ to the airport at that time. When you read this book, note how they avoid discussing these facts.




5. The Prologue tells about the Bill of Rights, and the duty of a defense lawyer to represent his client. RLS politely tries to educate the willfully ignorant about law and reality. The corporate media should be blamed for its misinformation. The death of a spouse focuses suspicion on a surviving spouse, especially if they were alone and have no alibi. An accusation is enough to destroy a life. This very readable book lacks an index and table of contents; it is not a good reference.

   Chapter One tells why RLS has to know if his client committed the crime, else the prosecutor has an advantage. He asked OJ Simpson if he did it: "I did not do this" (p.10). Once the justice system locks in, innocence has nothing to do with the outcome of a case! Against OJ were 45 deputy district attorneys, the resources of the LAPD, and the assistance of the Chicago PD, the FBI, and Interpol. There was never any consideration of a plea bargain by anyone (p.13). Chapter Two tells of his recruitment of the experts. If a detective's job becomes "getting the guy", then that is improper and foolish. In a rush to judgment evidence is overlooked or mishandled, and procedural and investigative mistakes are made. They would let OJ take a lie detector test if the results would be admitted to court; Marcia Clark refused this (pp.26-7). This test creates charts that can be interpreted in different ways, and challenged on the basis of wrong questions framed the wrong way!

   The murderer had to hav some bodily injury from this violent struggle. RLS had OJ's physical condition recorded immediately. There was an unprecedented swarm of reporters on this case (p.35). Why was it played up so much by the corporate media? Pages 60-62 explain why the grand jury was dismissed and a preliminary hearing was obtained. Pages 70-72 tell of the problems where four detectives left the Bundy crime scene to travel to Rockingham. The more important the evidence is to the prosecution, the lower the constitutional standard (p.86)! The judge is part of the prosecution team, usually a former prosecutor (p.109). The forensic criteria puts the deaths after 11PM (p.91). Mark Fuhrman was the key detective in the all-important first hours, but his name never appeared in the reports (p.93). Crime laboratories are exempt from regulation and review (p.149), that's why the defense wanted the evidence checked by their experts. The polling as to OJ's guilt was not based on what you knew, but on who your parents were (p.192)! Pages 218-9 summarizes RLS' dispute with F Lee Bailey. The gloves didn't fit because they didn't belong to OJ (p.295). Hair examinations have never been recognized as a positive means of identification (p.302).

   EDTA is used to preserve blood samples (p.313). If EDTA is found in blood evidence, then it was planted as real evidence on those socks and the back gate. In August 1995 the McKinney tapes were turned over to the defense. who tried to get them into court. Page 318 suggests to me that the substitute for the coroner committed prosecutorial perjury: submitting opinions for fact. Page 319 tells how Marcia Clark tried to protect a prosecutorial witness from his perjury, then tried to replace the judge! RLS was "stunned" by the speed of the verdict, but isn't that usual when they don't believe the prosecution's case? RLS tells of the errors in the prosecution's case, and why the "mountain of evidence" collapsed (p.352-4). Could the anti-defense attitude in the press corps (p.357) be explained by the policy of the National Association of Editors & Publishers or the corporate media owners? That's a bigger problem than in just one criminal case.

2 comments about GM Bonneville/Eighty-Eight/LeSabre 1986-1999: Covers all U.S. and Canadian models of Pontiac Bonneville, Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight, LSS and Buick LeSabre (Chilton's Total Car Care Repair Manual).

1. This is for those die hard do-it-yourselfers who have a desire to save money and feel like becoming one with their automobile. There is nothing quite like waking up knowing you have to change the timing chain. Fresh breeze, the smell of coffee and grease. What more could you ask for. This book will guide you step by step even though you have to provide your own creative language after you smash your knuckles once or twice while removing the cover bolts. But hey look at it this way your wife is happy her car is running perfect and you are headed to the golf course for an afternoon of relaxation. I would say this book is the way to go.



2. Tickled pink with this particular manual.This one's paid for itself many times over.Very descriptive and helpful,and I have not found many things lacking.Being an ex-mechanic who hates to pay 55$/hr at the shop unless needed,this is a good one for even the novice.

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5 comments about From a Buick 8.

1. An interdimensional portal in the form of a Buick is impounded by state troopers who spend the next thirty years guarding the secret of the alternate universe it accesses and the grotesque creatures that occasionally come through from the other side. Although there are several nightmarish, gross-out scenes, this is a quieter King novel, and I found it to be quite successful. It is more about the powerful attraction that the unknown exerts on the human psyche than it is about rampaging monsters. This secret fascination shared by three decades of Troop D officers makes them a close-knit, tight-lipped group and even distances them from their families a bit. The structure of the novel--a group of Troop D old-timers tell the story of the Buick from their various perspectives to the son of a recently killed comrade--is effective and frequently moving.



2. Not long ago i saw From a Buick 8 in my local Borders store at a Bargin price of 7.99 by that time king had become one of my favorite writers and i fugered that i should get it at a low price and at a steal for a hardcover novel But you dont want to know about that.
   
   From A Buick 8 Tells the the story of Troop D a police troop in western Pennsylvania but within the troop it tells the story of Curtis Willcox a tropper who was sturck by a car and killed But willcox had a son named Ned Willcox who started to come by the barrik after his father died and help out.
   
   One day while washing the windows of Shed B ned discovers that there is a car in Shed B The car he sees in there is a 1954 Buick Roadmaster he asks cheif Sandy Dearbourne The story behind the old Buick.
   
   Dearbourne then nararates the story with it switching out between the other troopers and even Shurley the Dispatcher, he tells the story of the Buick and how it ties in to the supernatural things that go on around Troop D and even how it ties into his fathers death.
   
   Some readers might Be reminded of another story by King "Christine" but with diffrient things happning with this story Christine And From A buick 8 are totaly diffrient orginal Stories.
   
   King Once again gave us a great work of Fiction that can be read over and over agian well into the night. 5/5



3. This book stays with you for a long while after you put it down. King creates such atmosphere and the characters are all so engaging. I felt as if I were standing in that old dusty shed looking at a run down Buick. Not only will this book cause you to break out in "goose flesh", but it will cause you to feel such empathy for each person and genuinely care about what happens to them. How many authors are capable of this?? I am astonished at the negative reviews on here to be honest. I'm very happy that I don't read book reviews until afer I'm finished w/ the actual product!! Keep on pumping them out Mr. King, I'd read the back of a box of cereal if you wrote it.....



4. "From a Buick 8" is neither King's best nor his worst. It strikes me as about average for his recent (ie: post-accident) books. Still, it is a fun read. If the story lacks a bit in the substance department, it is more than compensated by King's always reliable story TELLING talents. I swear the man could make a recounting of what he had for breakfast interesting. Bottom line: if you are new to King, there are better titles of his that I'd recommend to cut your teeth on; if you're a King fan, "From a Buick 8" is a worth while notch to add to your belt.



5. **REVIEW HAS SPOILERS**
   
   Now don't get me wrong, I'm a pretty big King fan, but this book was absolutely terrible. I really only have two complaints about this book:
   
   1. It was too wordy. I know that King is known for this, but in this novel it was out of control. This 500 page book should have been a short story, or maybe a novella at most. Instead of plot, 90% of this book is filled with pointless descriptions and fluff. There were times when I skipped pages at a time without missing anything of significance.
   
   2. The format of the story was unnecessary. Bouncing between the past and present was stupid, and telling the story from different characters' perspectives was even worse. Both of these devices work in the right context, and this book was NOT that context. First of all, the entire book should just be a flashback. Second of all, I didn't feel like I gained any additional insight by switching the first person narration around. It was completely unnecessary and ruined the natural flow of the book. This story should have been told in the standard, third person narration.
   
   There were aspects of the novel that I did like. The overall concept was an interesting one. I also liked the fact that we never really found out much about the car. That was an interesting angle because the reader knew exactly what the characters knew and nothing more. This novel also had a handful of great, quotable statements. I wish I'd written them down, but I remember that one was, "We spoil the grief-stricken have you ever noticed that? And they become used to the treatment."
   
   In a nutshell: Don't. While this novel does have its moments, overall it's slow pace and length make it almost unreadable.

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5 comments about African Ice.

1. Samantha Carlson, PhD, is a highly respected geologist, very rich and very attractive. The dangerous and cunning Patrick Kerrigan, president of Gem-Star, hires her to find an elusive diamond lode deep in the Congo. Kerrigan also hires a team of four ex-Navy SEALS, led by Travis McNeil, to protect her.
   
   And so the adventure begins. Neither Sam nor Travis totally trusts Kerrigan. When they're met by their military escort at the Congo border, they find all their weapons and equipment have been tampered with. When this `escort' service tries to kill everyone in the expedition, there's no question that Kerrigan has set them up. Trying to get out of Cairo is no picnic either since Kerrigan has another attack force of killers ready to do what the Congolese force couldn't do. And that's just the first half of the story; problems and surprises continue as they try to take Kerrigan down.
   
   This is a fast-paced book filled with non-stop action and tension. The descriptions of the poverty in the Congo and overcrowded conditions in Cairo are disheartening. Of course, there's a bit of a love story woven into the mayhem as well. Are diamonds always a girl's best friend?



2. I read about 100-200 books a year, very few do I remember but when I find an author that catches my imagination then anything they write I buy. Being a "diamond drillers daughter", grew up with the "rough diamonds" and learnt that "all that sparkles is not gold" sometimes have to look deeper to find the treasure, this book was a "treasure" I highly recommend this book to anyone who enjoys a good thriller and likes a book that makes you think, great job Mr. Buick looking forward to reading more of your books



3. The heroine of this book is Samantha Carlson. She is a geologist with
   a world renown reputation for discovering oil deposits and diamonds. She
   has been hired by Patrick Kerrigan the President of Gem-Star to lead an
   expidition to the Democratic Republic of Congo. She has been supplied security in the person of Travis McNeil a former Navy Seal and some of his associates. She is to go to the Ruwenzori Mountains and find a wealthy diamond vein.She and her party are to be escorted by Colonel Mugumba of the Congolese Army. She finds the wealthy vein. Under orders of Kerrigan Colonel tries to kill Carlson. McNeil manages to overcome the Congolese soldiers and they escape to Cairo. Another of Kerrigan's hired
   guns Liam O'Donnell and his crew of MI-S operatives attempt to kill the crew and kidnap Carlson. McNeil once again rescues Carlson. Carlson and
   McNeil go to Antwerp where they have a master plan to ruin Kerrigan.This
   book is exciting throughout with a shocking ending. Be sure to read it.



4. 4.5 stars!
   
   A smart, savvy thriller that will keep you up at night until the last page has turned, Jeff Buick's African Ice is an adventurous tale of conspiracies, murder and the search for treasure. I read this novel while traveling from Alberta to Pennsylvania, and it kept me in its grip.
   
   The characters are interesting and multi-faceted, exploring their pasts and weaknesses. The foreshadowing was solid, the plot twists kept me on my toes and the ending had a quiet justice about it.
   
   If you're looking for a fast-paced adventure through the jungles in search of the motherlode of diamonds while the characters are being hunted by aborigines, hitmen and a deceitful employer, pick up African Ice. You won't be disappointed. I wasn't.
   
   ~Cheryl Kaye Tardif, bestselling author of Whale Song: A Novel



5. Oil isn't the only resource worth dying for. Diamonds give untold power and wealth to those who possess them. In "African Ice," the author has pitted his protagonists against nature and man in a game of survival riddled with betrayal and greed. Through the adventure the reader comes away with a better understanding of the diamond business and the true exploiters of Africa: mining corporations, political opportunists and mercenaries.
   
   Samantha Carlson represents the modern woman who believes she can do anything she chooses to do while retaining her feminity. She does not act like a man to compete in a man's world. She follows her own compass in an engineering profession few women care to embrace--geology. This makes her no less fearless than the first women aviators or astronauts, just confident in her abilities, knowledge and potential. And she has reached the pinnacles of success because her intuitiveness has kept her alive. She finds a soul mate in Travis McNeil, a former Navy Seal who now provides security for "at-risk" mining executives, and together they outsmart and outmaneuvre the nastiest of villains with wit, candor and courage.
   
   Jeff Buick is a remarkable story teller, who is equally at home behind the points of view of a man or woman. He's a sponge for authentic details that meld character and setting into a lifelike experience for the reader as well as a marathon master of pacing, action and suspense, which delivers blood-curdling twists. By his own admission, he loves what he does, and this reader was thoroughly entertained. I look forward to reading all of his books.

5 comments about The Kite Runner (Riverhead Essential Editions).

1. This is another book that I did not want to pick up in spite of all the urgings of family and friends who raved about this book. I don't know what my thoughts were on this book before I picked it up, but I just knew that I wasn't too keen on what I thought would be the subject matter.
   
   I was wrong. Whatever my preconceived notions were on this book ... I have forgotten them and this author is now my favorite author. I have read his newer book, "A Thousand Splendid Suns" and thought that was pretty good, but it's not as good as this one and it's not as well-written as this one. This one just took my breath away just by the fact that his writing style ensared me from the first sentence to the last and I was sad to see the story end. For the first time in a long time I can honestly say that this is a neatly-wrapped story from beginning to end where it flowed beautifully and ended just right.
   
   This book is about two boys, Amir (the main character) and Hassan. It is about life, courage, finding beauty among ulginess and love. It is one of the most enticing reads about the ulgy and beautiful nature of us humans at its best and at its worst. Amir is the son of a wealthy man whereas Hassan is his servant. Together, they grew up until Amir's guilt at not being able to defend Hassan from a brutual attack by a bully drove them apart and eventually drove Hassan and his father to move to another village. Amir and his father eventually fled to America and tried to rebuild a life there. Amir was called back to his homeland by an old friend. So Amir left his cushy life as a published writer and his wife and found redemption for all of his sins.
   
   Like I said, this is one of the best written novels I have read in a long time. It started and ended together as if woven with the long tail of a kite interspersed throughout the book. It is just simply one of the best reads I have read in a long time.
   
   Other reviewers in here have said it better than mine. So I am just chiming in with my yeas.
   
   7/4/08



2. absolutely one of the most worthwhile books; awe inspiring in its attestation to the strength of the human spirit, foibles not withstanding; a must read for those who want an authentic perspective on and humanization of a much maligned culture



3. Finding current novels to supplement the AP World History program can be difficult. This novel admirably fills the bill for an Asian point of view on current world events. The readers study guide at the end helps focus students on the themes of the novel and makes using it in the AP curriculum easy.



4. This is a classical tale of jealously, competition, self-worth, and personal struggle culminating in redemption, though I hesitate to use that particular word for its religious connotations - not that religion has no place in this extraordinary novel: it is there, sometimes only a few pages away, in a supporting role. I use the word extraordinary in an advisory way as well, for here you will encounter the rawest emotions so deftly swung at you that surprise and sobs rack you at the same moment. Just as you think you can calmly proceed, Hosseini catapults you again. If you don't want to cry then don't read this book.
   
   The author grew up in Kubul, and with this experience he weaves us a wondrous tapestry of childhood years there, the jags as well as the jewels. Then in 1973 the monarchy fell and Afghanistan's fate, under a number of regimes since, has been oppression, treachery, fear and death; skies once made thrilling by hundreds of colorful kites are now made dark by relentless artillery smoke. The Protagonist Amir returns there to meet the Taliban head on.
   
   A few things this book is not: it is not an historical dissertation, nor is it a showpiece for Islam, nor is it the mouthpiece of any political group. Some of these elements are there, just as they are in our own lives.
   
   This book is so tightly and precisely written that it amazes me. English has to be Hosseini's second or third language yet he navigates around it and with it better than I navigate around my living room. This novel makes my all-time top fifty.
   
   Here are two short, well-worded teasers from Kite Runner:
   
   "But despite his illiteracy, or maybe because of it, Hassan was drawn to the mystery of words, seduced by a secret world forbidden to him.
   
   "War doesn't negate decency. It demands it, even more than times of peace."
   
   Kite Runner introduces us to people we would want to meet (and a few we wouldn't under any circumstances.)
   
   It shows us that humanity has no borders and is unbound by any regime.



5. Beautifully written book that had me glued to it, up until I finished it tonight. Hosseini had me in tears over this unforgettable story.
   I dont even know how to describe how moved I am by this book.
   It is a must read, a thousand times over.

5 comments about The Memory Keeper's Daughter.

1. I enjoyed this book and have recommended it to several people who also liked it. It's captivating twists and turns through the lives of three very intriguing characters, David and Norah Henry and Caroline Gill, made it hard to put down. I will say that I was left wanting more. I did not feel closure on certain matters. Without giving too much away, I wish that some relationships would have mended and others would have elaborated further. It is, however, true to life and gives a great lesson about how important it is to be honest with those we love regardless of the consequences. Edwards does an excellent job of describing each tiny detail which really gives you the feeling that you are in the room with each character. I also feel like the time period is accurately portrayed. It is interesting to see how each character and society changed over the course of 25 years. Overall, it is a good read.



2. The medical admonition "above all do no harm" was at the heart of the tragic elements of this book. David had violated a prime part of his professional honor. The act of giving away his disordered infant destroyed his marriage and injured most of his other
   relationships.
   Despite his efforts to redeem himself he never was able to face up and tell the truth.
   There are lots real life stories like this, some equally sad, and it is hard to make them end happily. Kim Edwards did a pretty good job. pmc



3. Usually, I am not moved by books. I may find one memorable and enjoyable but never moving. This one brought me extremely close to tears.
   It depicts the desperation of timed choices and the consequences that follow. It's those consequences that leads to other desperate choices made for the wrong motives that hurts the people surrounding them.
   Haunting and emotional. It is a book that is definitely worth reading.



4. This book is about how one secret decision slowly but surely haunted everyone involved. It masterfully weaves a story of how a family's lives were changed after a tragedy, one shrouded by deceit and guilt. A decision is made by Dr. Henry to protect his family, but incidiously tears at each of them through the years.
   
   While some may find this book to be tedious, I found it to thoroughly develop each character in a way that made me see exactly how each person was affected and identify with each of them. It's not a typical plot of conflict/climax/resolution but that's what fascinated me. It is one that makes the reader reflect and say "What in my life am I letting slip away that I could make right on?" and to realize that how we react to circumstances determines our courses.
   
   In this book, you understand why Dr. Henry did what he did but you know it is not what you should really do. And I think Dr. Henry knows it too. I think he also knows that while he wanted to protect his family, a big part was out of selfishness. The guilt caused a chasm between he and his wife and their son grew up with parents that could not emotionally provide him a happy, loving family. I feel this book is essentially about accepting what you get and by making the best of it, and though hard, it is better than guilt and secrecy. You grieve for what this family could have been and what they instead became.



5. I was expecting something better but all in all it was readable. It was a little more interesting than Zadie Smith's White Teeth which I couldn't even finish. It wasn't the kind of book that you can't put down and I wouldn't recommend it for a book club discussion as there are far better reads out there such as Glass Castle or The Other Boelyn Girl.

5 comments about The Devil in the White City: Murder, Magic, and Madness at the Fair that Changed America.

1. The Devil in the White City is an exciting book. Thank heavens, since it is non-fiction, I knew that it ended well, otherwise I would have died from the suspense. I got such a rich perspective on what it takes to pull off an event like a World's Fair, or The Olympics (making it relevant for today), and what wonderful talent it takes to hold the vision and bring it to fruition. Very inspiring. But juxtaposing this along side the fascinating story of the serial killer - and it's all true. Great writing and pacing. I was riveted while learning history all the same time. An unusual combination. Chicago is a beautiful city, thanks in large part to the great minds who created the Columbian Exposition and the leaders since then who have followed suit.



2. Erik Larson's "The Devil in the White City: Murder, Magic, and Madness at the Fair that Changed America" captures the evil enthusiam of one man's murder spree and a group of men's desire to create a great American pleasure ground. This book will disappoint those looking for the grizzly details of the dozens of murders committed by HH Holmes (real name Mudgett). Mr. Larson is not looking to exploit the gruesome tortures the victims underwent--and for this restraint Mr. Larson is to be congratulated. What he does relate are the tribulations faced by the designers of Chicago's Columbian exposition and the frustrations of lawmen to capture a madman.
   
   In what I believe is intentional, Mr. Larson gives us a frightening picture of American life then and, quite possibly, now. That being: it is much more difficult to do something good for society than it is to do evil. The ease with which Holmes was able to build a large house, complete with gas chambers, torture chambers, soundproof rooms -- at times, without even paying for the materials -- and burial grounds is remarkable. Meanwhile, the men who wanted to construct the exposition had to agonize over every penny and over every design, had to struggle with laborers, unions, fires, the weather... it seemed everything went wrong. Nervous breakdowns and illnesses plagued these men. Holmes, who plucked several victims from the fair, went through his savagery like it was a walk in the park. It is a frightening conclusion.
   
   So why only four stars? One big reason is that the book fails to live up to the last part of its subtitle "...the Fair that Changed America". He makes several arguments for this proposition, but they all fall a little short, to me. Maybe I'm wrong. Find out for yourself because "The Devil in the White City" is valuable reading for anyone interested in American history and/or crime.



3. Erik Larson did a masterful job of blending the historical significance of the Columbian Exposition and life in Chicago at the turn of the century. Well researched, well written and a novel that I really enjoyed.



4. I loved "The Devil in the White City" and was thoroughly absorbed by it, something I find to be rare with nonfiction. Larson's writing style is perfect for drawing you and making you feel like you were there in 1890s Chicago. He obviously took a number of creative liberties to add narrative flourish (e.g., describing what people felt, the expressions on their faces, etc.), but I'm happy he did and won't criticize him for it as it made the book so enjoyable.
   
   One criticism I had, though, is that the book would have been more aptly named "The Devil AND the White City," as the story of the psychopath Holmes is a parallel thread that just barely intersects with the story of the White City. And though the book won the Edgar Award for true crime, Holmes' story accounts for only about 35% of the book. The dominant story is that of Burnham and the White City's inception, execution, and ultimate success.
   
   I also felt that the section detailing the White City's operation from May-October 1893 was surprisingly somewhat skimpy, compared to the amount of detail Larson presented for the time when the fair was being built. Larson's over-fascination with eyes and his tendency to end most chapter subsections with blunt-as-a-hammer foreshadowing grew a little irritating, but these are minor gripes compared with the overall excellence of the book.
   
   I think everyone will find something to enjoy here: history buffs, crime buffs, people who just enjoy a compelling story, and more. I hadn't previously known the impact the 1893 World's Fair had on both its own time and through the present day--the story is simply fascinating.



5. This book really takes you back to a time when a group of true visionaries change the world. It is really interesting and educational at the smme time. Well worth reading!