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Paul Levine: Illegal
The best this author has written yet. Entertaining and thought-provoking.Read my review (****)Lee Child: Nothing to Lose
Entertaining -- but pretty far-fetched.Read my review (***)Robert B. Parker: Now and Then (Spenser)
For die hard Spenser fans - not one of Parker's best.Read my review (***)Dennis Lehane: The Given Day: A Novel
This book is not to be missed.Read my review (*****)J. Craig Williams: How to Get Sued: An Instructional Guide
A comedic attempt to explain how to avoid getting sued.Read my review (***)Bill Engvall: Just a Guy: Notes from a Blue Collar Life
This memoir tells a lot about this fun comedian.Read my review (****)Jeffrey Archer: A Prisoner of Birth
Quite good -- for a Brit!Read my review (****)Nina Planck: Real Food: What to Eat and Why
Start eating real food to be healthy -- this book will show you how. Highly recommended!Read my review (*****)Greg Holden: 1000 Best eBay Success Secrets
A pretty good basic guide for those wanting to increase their eBay sales.Read my review (****)Jonathan Pond: Grow Your Money - 101 Easy Tips To Plan, Save, and Invest
Sorry, this one just doesn't offer much that's new.Read my review (**)Richard Zoglin: Comedy at the Edge: How Stand-up in the 1970s Changed America
If you want a behind-the-scenes look at some great comedians -- this highly recommended book is for you.Read my review (*****)David Bach: Start Late, Finish Rich: A No-Fail Plan for Achieving Financial Freedom at Any Age (Finish Rich Book Series)
If you're behind on your retirement planning or looking for ways to get out of debt, give this book a read..Read my review (****)Adam Ginsberg: How to Buy, Sell, and Profit on eBay: Kick-Start Your Home-Based Business in Just Thirty Days
This book has lots of useful suggestions and is meant for the beginner or average user of eBay.Read my review (***)Marcus Luttrell: Lone Survivor: The Eyewitness Account of Operation Redwing and the Lost Heroes of SEAL Team 10
If you want to know what it takes to be a Navy Seal and what real bravery looks like, read this book.Read my review (***)Steve Martin: Born Standing Up: A Comic's Life
A wonderful peek behind the scenes with a comedian at the top of his game!Read my review (*****)John Hart: Down River
A high five -- not to be missed!Read my review (*****)William Lashner: A Killer's Kiss
Fine writing from a skilled storyteller.Read my review (***)Walter Mosley: This Year You Write Your Novel
Are you writing a novel in 2008? If you want to, this book might help.Read my review (***)Mark Kriegel: Pistol: The Life of Pete Maravich
Well written, informative and highly entertaining.Read my review (*****)Ron Liebman: Death by Rodrigo: A Novel
A novel with touches of comedic brilliance.Read my review (***)Nick Santora: Slip & Fall
Good first novel by a talented television writer.Read my review (***)Frederic Delavier: Strength Training Anatomy: `
Just an excellent reference for anyone lifting weights.Read my review (*****)Cameron Stracher: Dinner With Dad
Flawed but endearing book about the importance of family.Read my review (***)Cesar Millan: Be the Pack Leader: Use Cesar's Way to Transform Your Dog . . . and Your Life
Listen to the Dog Whisperer -- Cesar knows his stuff.Read my review (****)David Hosp: Innocence
Based somewhat on a true story of a wrongful conviction. Read my review (***)Cormac McCarthy: The Road
This book won the Pulitzer for good reason. Dark and delightful.Read my review (*****)Joseph Finder: Power Play
A "Die Hard" clone set in a resort in the middle of the wilderness. Action-packed.Read my review (****)Robert Dugoni: Damage Control
Entertaining second effort that doesn't quite match the flair of the first novel. Read my review (***)Thomas Mullen: The Last Town On Earth
A first novel with an intriguing premise. Read my review (***)Dan Simmons: The Terror: A Novel
Big book of multiple genres. Quite fascinating. Read my review (***)Robert B. Parker: Hundred-Dollar Baby
Nice concept bring April back but no real suspense.Read my review (***)Gary M. Pomerantz: Wilt, 1962
An entertaining account of the most remarkable scoring achievement of an NBA player ever. Wonderful insight. Read my review (****)Evan Thomas: Sea of Thunder: Four Commanders and the Last Great Naval Campaign 1941-1945
A remarkable account of an important but forgotten battle. Read it. Read my review (****)William Landay: The Strangler
Not this writer's best effort. Read my review (***)Scott Smith: The Ruins
Simple. Scary. Satisfying. Read my review (****)Stuart R. Levine: Cut to the Chase: and 99 Other Rules to Liberate Yourself and Gain Back the Gift of Time
Save yourself some time and don't waste it on this book. Read my review (*)Keith Ferrazzi: Never Eat Alone
You need to be a rainmaker -- here's how. Read my review (***)John Hart: King of Lies
This is highly entertaining legal thriller that will keep you reading long through the night. Read my review (*****)Leon Gorman: L.L. Bean: The Making of an American Icon
You don't have to be an L.L. Bean shopper to enjoy this book, but it helps. Read my review (***)Robert Parker: Cold Service
For light entertainment, it's hard to beat. Read my review (***)Tim Green: Kingdom Come
This is a disturbing book because the lead characters are so evil. Read my review (**)Stephen King: Cell: A Novel
This is Stephen King doing what he does best. Read my review (****)Joseph Finder: Killer Instinct
This is a fast-paced novel that will keep you reading. Read my review (***)Robert Dugoni: The Jury Master
This is a great summer read. Read my review (****)Grover Alexander: Flawed Judgment
This is an lively first book by a Maine lawyer. Read my review (***)Fast Company's Editors & Writers: The Rules of Business
Pithy quotes and solid rules to help you succeed. Read my review (**)Chris Crowley: Younger Next Year: A Guide to Living Like 50 Until You're 80 and Beyond
Live longer by reading this book. Read my review (***)Carl Brookins: The Case of the Greedy Lawyers (Five Star First Edition Mystery Series)
This mystery spoof will keep you grinning. Read my review (***)Paul Levine: Solomon vs. Lord
This light read is highly entertaining. Read my review (***)Lee Eisenberg: The Number
This book will get you thinking about retirement in a whole new way. Read my review (***)
Book Reviews for Lawyers
- Carolyn Elefant: Solo by Choice: How to Be the Lawyer You Always Wanted to Be
If you're even thinking about having a solo practice, buy this book. You'll thank me.Read my review (****) Jeffrey Krivis: Improvisational Negotiation: A Mediator's Stories of Conflict About Love, Money, Angerand the Strategies That Resolved Them
A helpful guide for both mediators and lawyers. Read my review (***)Kent Greenawalt: Religion and the Constitution: Volume I: Free Exercise and Fairness
Highly informative. Read my review (***)Jeremy Blachman: Anonymous Lawyer
This book is quite entertaining. Read my review (***)Edward Poll: Selling Your Law Practice: The Profitable Exit Strategy
This book contains lots of useful information. Read my review (***)- Andrew M. Horton & Peggy L. McGehee: Maine Civil Remedies
This book should be on the desk of every Maine lawyer. Read my review (****) Michele C.S. Lange: Electronic Evidence and Discovery : What Every Lawyer Should Know
This book should be required reading for any lawyer that routinely engages in discovery. Read my review (***)James A. Calloway and Mark A. Robertson: Winning Alternatives to the Billable Hour, 2nd Edition : Strategies That Work
This book is for any lawyer interested in alternative billing methods. Read my review (***)Daniel I Small: Preparing Witnessess, 2nd Edition : A Practical Guide for Lawyers and Their Clients
This is an excellent book for both lawyers and witnesses to read. Read my review (****)Robert J. Ambrogi: The Essential Guide to the Best (and Worst) Legal Sites on the Web
This is a "must-have" book for those doing legal research. Read my review (***)Lynne Z. Gold-Bikin: The Divorce Trial Manual: From Initial Interview to Closing Argument
If a heavy-duty divorce trial is in your future, you may want to check out this new book.Read my review (****)Jay G. Foonberg: How to Start & Build a Law Practice, 5th Edition (Career Series / American Bar Association)
This is the grand daddy of "how to" books for lawyers. It's on its 5th edition for a reason! Read my review (*****)Edward Poll: Attorney and Law Firm Guide to the Business of Law: Planning and Operating for Survival and Growth
This book will show you how to treat your law practice as a business. Read my review (***)Edward Poll: Collecting Your Fee: Getting Paid from Intake to Invoice
If your clients don't pay their bills, this book has some helpful tips. Read my review (***)Gregory H. Siskind: The Lawyer's Guide to Marketing on the Internet, 2nd Edition
This book is a little outdated, but still worth a look. Read my review (***)David C. Frederick: Supreme Court and Appellate Advocacy
This book is a couple of years old, but still full of valuable advice. Read my review (***)
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