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5 Minutes for Books: How Sweet It Is

August 17, 2009 by Jennifer Donovan

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In addition to the great giveaway event going on here at 5 Minutes for Mom, check out all the great contests in the 5 Minutes for Books Back to School Giveaway going on through August 31.

I’ll be honest, I picked up How Sweet It Is from my TWO baskets of books To Be Read because I thought it would be a light, fun chick-lit sort of read (and I needed it). I was wrong.

On the surface, the plot seems a little predictable. Heartbroken young woman leaves her friends and family behind to start a new life. Only in this case, Deena Livingston is nursing a hurt that goes much deeper than the pain inflicted by her cheating former fiance. She’s recovering from an automobile accident that has left her with numerous ugly scars, inside and out.

Deena’s recently deceased grandfather, with whom she had a somewhat sporadic relationship, has left his mountain cabin to her. She decides that a change of scenery from Atlanta will boost her spirits, and help her to open a cake decorating business she’s dreamed of. She doesn’t know that there’s a catch: she must teach at the local children’s center for six months before the cabin will be hers. Since Atlanta offers nothing but terrible memories, she decides to give it a try. But teaching troubled tweens and teens how to cook is more than she bargained for.

As Deena befriends Jonas, the local plumber who has a few mental challenges, she also finds herself attracted to Zack, social worker for many of her students. Jonas’ child-like faith rubs off on her, and Deena begins to trust her heart to love again. However, Zack is still recovering from some deep hurts of his own that may hinder the relationship.

How Sweet It Is isAlice Wisler’s second novel. Her first, Rain Song was a Christy Award Finalist. I wouldn’t be surprised if this book is as well.

If you’d like to win a copy of this book (U.S. and Canadian shipping addresses), please leave a comment. The winner will be announced in next week’s column.

5 Minutes for Books staff reviewer Melissa has been captivated by books for as long as she can remember. She resides in Virginia and blogs at Breath of Life.

The winners of last week’s book Best Friends Forever by Jennifer Weiner are #7 Jamie, #143 Theresa Dell, and #64 LaVonne.

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Jennifer Donovan has been a part of the 5 Minutes for Mom team since 2007. She writes product reviews, covers events, and manages the 5 Minutes for Books weekly column and website. She lives in Houston and blogs at Snapshot about life with her family.

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111 Comments

  1. Adele says

    August 25, 2009 at 9:59 pm

    Sounds like a great book. You haven’t steered us wrong yet.

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  2. Pamela S says

    August 25, 2009 at 8:27 pm

    This sounds like a fascinating story. Thanks.

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  3. kathleen yohanna says

    August 24, 2009 at 2:25 am

    I read your review and I would love to have a copy of this book.

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  4. Heather C says

    August 23, 2009 at 11:59 pm

    Please count me in! Thanks so much!

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  5. Kayce C says

    August 23, 2009 at 11:28 pm

    I love reading books by debut authors, and this one sounds great.

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  6. rajee says

    August 23, 2009 at 11:13 pm

    have ur button

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    August 23, 2009 at 11:09 pm

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    August 23, 2009 at 11:09 pm

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    August 23, 2009 at 11:07 pm

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  10. rajee says

    August 23, 2009 at 11:07 pm

    Love this book

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  11. Nancy says

    August 23, 2009 at 8:50 pm

    I would like to read this book.

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  12. Kelly Grant says

    August 23, 2009 at 8:32 pm

    I’d love to win a copy.

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  13. Barbara Rawe says

    August 23, 2009 at 8:22 pm

    Now this is a cool concept!I would love to read and then share with my daughters. Thanks!

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  14. Charlene Kuser says

    August 23, 2009 at 7:26 pm

    I would love to read about Deena and her adventure.Thanks for the guveaway

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  15. Brittany Pettry says

    August 23, 2009 at 7:10 pm

    I’m looking for a good new book to get sucked into.. would love to check this one out.

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  16. Lori Walker says

    August 23, 2009 at 6:29 pm

    would love a new read 🙂

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  17. susan smoaks says

    August 23, 2009 at 5:31 pm

    i would love to read this book!

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  18. Lynne says

    August 23, 2009 at 4:44 pm

    I’m an avid reader and this sounds like a book I’d enjoy reading.

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  19. Betty Curran says

    August 23, 2009 at 3:36 pm

    This sounds like a book I would love. Please enter my name.

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  20. clemens says

    August 23, 2009 at 2:09 pm

    put my name in the hat please!

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  21. Deb says

    August 23, 2009 at 1:37 pm

    Books! Books! More books! I love to read! Yay! 🙂 And I love to pass them on to other readers with my own mini-review/recommendation.

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  22. kathy pease says

    August 23, 2009 at 11:47 am

    Thank you for the AWESOME GIVEAWAY.. Please count me in 🙂

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  23. Kim says

    August 23, 2009 at 11:34 am

    I so would love this!

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  24. Veronica Garrett says

    August 23, 2009 at 9:32 am

    This sounds like a great story. I would like to win.

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  25. Lily Kwan says

    August 23, 2009 at 8:32 am

    Please enter me into the contest. Thanks!

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  26. Elizabeth says

    August 23, 2009 at 6:43 am

    The book sounds wonderful. I’m hoping for a happy ending for the main character. I’d love to read it!

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  27. Tamara Burks says

    August 23, 2009 at 5:58 am

    This sounds like a great book.

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  28. Beth says

    August 22, 2009 at 10:38 pm

    I would love to have this book – thanks!
    pbclark(at)netins(dot)net

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  29. shawna f says

    August 22, 2009 at 9:44 pm

    Sounds like a really great read!

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  30. Marianna says

    August 22, 2009 at 9:23 pm

    Looks like a great read! Thanks for the chance to win!

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  31. Jackie says

    August 22, 2009 at 8:50 pm

    This sounds like a fantastic book! Thanks!!

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  32. Debbie D says

    August 22, 2009 at 8:33 pm

    Please include me in your giveaway.
    Thanks
    Debbie
    debdesk9(at)verizon.net

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  33. gloria says

    August 22, 2009 at 6:38 pm

    Sounds very good! THanks!

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  34. Bridget Michelle Combs says

    August 22, 2009 at 3:25 pm

    This sounds like an amazing read!

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  35. Daniel M says

    August 22, 2009 at 2:15 pm

    looks interesting, life’s tough nowadays

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  36. Ed Nemmers says

    August 22, 2009 at 1:23 pm

    Happy Weekend!

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  37. Candie L says

    August 22, 2009 at 12:48 pm

    Please enter me. I like the cover. Thanks

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  38. Sheila Hickmon says

    August 22, 2009 at 12:20 pm

    Sounds like a great book!

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  39. Terry H. says

    August 22, 2009 at 11:50 am

    This book sounds interesting and would love to read it. Count me in!!

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  40. Staci A says

    August 22, 2009 at 11:03 am

    I would love to read this! Sounds very intriguing!

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  41. Erma says

    August 22, 2009 at 6:14 am

    This book looks really interesting.

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  42. Carrie Baird says

    August 22, 2009 at 2:49 am

    Please count me in – it looks like a good read. wgbc1446[at]yahoo[dot]com

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  43. chastidy says

    August 22, 2009 at 1:37 am

    Id love to have the chance to read this. Thanks 🙂

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  44. Alicia says

    August 21, 2009 at 12:38 am

    Sounds like a good read.

    Thanks for the giveaway >^..^<

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  45. Beth says

    August 20, 2009 at 10:22 am

    This looks great! Please enter me!

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  46. Miss Heidi says

    August 20, 2009 at 7:55 am

    Count me in. Thanks.

    [email protected]

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  47. Tami says

    August 20, 2009 at 7:26 am

    I’ve been wanting to get back to reading. I’d love to win!

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  48. Nancye Davis says

    August 20, 2009 at 5:14 am

    This sounds like a great book!

    nancyecdavis AT bellsouth DOT net

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  49. Angie says

    August 19, 2009 at 10:28 pm

    I love to read and this would be a great addition to my book collection!

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  50. Nancy says

    August 19, 2009 at 6:47 pm

    I’d love to win!

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  51. Ashley Levy says

    August 19, 2009 at 8:26 am

    I really enjoyed Rain Song and would love to win this book. Thanks!

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  52. Marj McClendon says

    August 18, 2009 at 9:13 pm

    You bet, I’d like to receive a copy. Thank you for this chance.

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  53. Annette W says

    August 18, 2009 at 8:14 pm

    This looks great! Thanks again!

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  54. Mary says

    August 18, 2009 at 5:11 pm

    I’ve read several reviews for How Sweet It Is and it sounds wonderful. Please add me!

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  55. Tawnda says

    August 18, 2009 at 4:35 pm

    sounds great

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  56. Mary Marlatt says

    August 18, 2009 at 4:11 pm

    Sounds like a book I would love. Will definitely have to add it to the list.

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  57. WInning Readings says

    August 18, 2009 at 3:59 pm

    Not an entry; just a note that I posted about this at Winning Readings:

    http://winningreadings.blogspot.com/2009/08/how-sweet-it-is.html

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  58. CherylS22 says

    August 18, 2009 at 2:41 pm

    Thanks for the chance to win this book – please count me in!

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  59. karen k says

    August 18, 2009 at 2:39 pm

    I would love to add this book to my home library…please count me in…thanks.

    karen k

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  60. Tarah says

    August 18, 2009 at 2:16 pm

    I would love to win this book – it sounds like a great read!

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  61. etirv says

    August 18, 2009 at 1:26 pm

    I would like to be entered!!!

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  62. Karen B says

    August 18, 2009 at 1:02 pm

    Sounds like an excellent read!

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  63. Angie says

    August 18, 2009 at 12:44 pm

    Sounds like a great book. I’d love to read it! Thanks for the giveaway.

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  64. Gail says

    August 18, 2009 at 12:32 pm

    I’d like to jump in on this one! Thanks.

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  65. LaVonne says

    August 18, 2009 at 12:16 pm

    It sounds good. I will have to check out that first novel at the library. 😉

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  66. michele anne says

    August 18, 2009 at 11:03 am

    This sounds great….sign me up….

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  67. Dawn says

    August 18, 2009 at 9:48 am

    Sounds like a sweet book…I need to get back to reading…

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  68. Carol Lawrence says

    August 18, 2009 at 6:14 am

    Sounds like a good one! I’d love to read it. [email protected]

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  69. JANICE R says

    August 18, 2009 at 5:37 am

    SOUNDS LIKE A GREAT BOOK THANKS

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  70. Justin says

    August 18, 2009 at 1:57 am

    This is a great review and the sounds like a good read.

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  71. Benita G . says

    August 17, 2009 at 11:13 pm

    Looks like a fun read. Count me in.

    bgcchs(at)yahoo(dot)com

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  72. Linda Chaput says

    August 17, 2009 at 10:47 pm

    Looks like an interesting book i’d love to read.

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  73. Neas Nuttiness says

    August 17, 2009 at 8:53 pm

    Please count me in – thanks!

    libneas[at]aol[dot]com

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  74. Amber G says

    August 17, 2009 at 8:45 pm

    I’d love to win this book – it sounds really good!

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  75. Magi says

    August 17, 2009 at 8:16 pm

    This sounds really interesting.

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  76. Nancy Downs says

    August 17, 2009 at 8:11 pm

    Great book!

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  77. shelly says

    August 17, 2009 at 7:13 pm

    This sounds like a great book! Please enter me.

    donnyandshelly (at) (yahoo) (dot) (com)

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  78. Renee C says

    August 17, 2009 at 6:42 pm

    This sounds great! I would love to win.

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  79. Amanda S. says

    August 17, 2009 at 6:05 pm

    Ooh, I’d love to win! Thanks!

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  80. Mozi Esmes Mommy says

    August 17, 2009 at 6:03 pm

    I would love to win this – it looks like a great book!

    janemaritz at yahoo dot com

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  81. Kim says

    August 17, 2009 at 6:00 pm

    This sounds like a good read before I head back to the grind this school year.

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  82. Amber says

    August 17, 2009 at 5:36 pm

    I won a copy ( so don’t need to be entered, thanks!) from Callapidder Days. I really enjoyed it too!

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  83. Tammy says

    August 17, 2009 at 5:27 pm

    Would love to win this!!

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  84. Mary Ward says

    August 17, 2009 at 5:10 pm

    It sounds like a really good read.

    mamie316(at)sbcglobal.net

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  85. Tonya says

    August 17, 2009 at 4:53 pm

    love books count me in please

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  86. Sharon Walling says

    August 17, 2009 at 4:20 pm

    Sounds like a great book. Please enter me.

    Thanks

    [email protected]

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  87. susan varney says

    August 17, 2009 at 4:17 pm

    i would love to read this thank-you
    [email protected]

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  88. Maria D. says

    August 17, 2009 at 3:48 pm

    I would LOVE to win!!!!!

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  89. Jen says

    August 17, 2009 at 3:32 pm

    Count me in!

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  90. cris says

    August 17, 2009 at 3:18 pm

    I’d love some fiction (it’s been a heavy textbook summer). Thanks for the giveaway!

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  91. Jenna says

    August 17, 2009 at 2:49 pm

    This looks like a great book, I’d love to win!

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  92. Maddy says

    August 17, 2009 at 2:21 pm

    It does sound vaguely familiar. I wonder if I’m getting muddled with the song?
    Cheers

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  93. Elli says

    August 17, 2009 at 1:25 pm

    looks like a great read!

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  94. Jenn says

    August 17, 2009 at 1:11 pm

    Count me in, sounds like a great book!

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  95. Wanda Bergman says

    August 17, 2009 at 1:10 pm

    I would love to win “How Sweet It Is”!!
    wandanamgreb (at) gmail (dot) com

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  96. Jenn says

    August 17, 2009 at 1:07 pm

    Oh, heavens! I cn’t remember the last time I read a fiction book. I’d love to win and I love to read!

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  97. Lisa B. says

    August 17, 2009 at 12:55 pm

    Sounds like a good book!

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  98. B. Nabors says

    August 17, 2009 at 12:34 pm

    I would love to read this, especially since I’m from Georgia 🙂

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  99. Carly P says

    August 17, 2009 at 12:27 pm

    Sounds like a good book!

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  100. Jen N says

    August 17, 2009 at 12:11 pm

    I would love to win/read this book-thanks!

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  101. Carol says

    August 17, 2009 at 11:56 am

    This sounds like a great book I plan to read it even if I don’t win it.

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  102. Buffie says

    August 17, 2009 at 11:31 am

    This sounds like a really good read.

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  103. Michele Judd says

    August 17, 2009 at 11:24 am

    This looks like a fabulous read! Count me in.

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    August 17, 2009 at 11:16 am

    Sounds like a good one! I’d love to read it

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    August 17, 2009 at 9:25 am

    I would love to read a refreshing good book

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  106. BusyJulie says

    August 17, 2009 at 9:24 am

    Sounds like a fun read. Thanks for hosting the giveaway!

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  107. julie says

    August 17, 2009 at 9:21 am

    sounds interesting..pick me

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  108. Connie Walsh says

    August 17, 2009 at 9:16 am

    Sounds like a really good read. We all need a little bit of child-like faith in our lives.

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    August 17, 2009 at 9:00 am

    I’d not heard of this book or author. It sounds really interesting — I’d love the chance to win and read it.

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    August 17, 2009 at 8:45 am

    This sounds like a good read!

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    August 17, 2009 at 7:32 am

    I would LOVE to win this book and add it to my book collection!

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