10. Heart and Soul: The Story of America and African Americans by Kadir Nelson

Heart and Soul is a book filled with brilliant illustrations from acclaimed artist Kadir Nelson. His artwork is amazing as it always is in his other works. The story was very informative although I didn't care for the narrative style Nelson presented in. It is presented as a woman telling a story I would have liked it was told strictly as a history. 3.2 out of 5.

9. Phineas Gage: A Gruesome but True Story About Brain Science by John Fleischman

Phineas Gage's horrible accident lead to a greater understanding of the brain. How it works and controls specific functions in our life. An iron bar went through his head knocking out part of his frontal lobe. His personality changed after the incident. He became indecisive, irritable, and short with people. He was unable to do his former job as a foreman. The book was insightful and showed how much are brains affect our emotional life. 3 out of 5.

8. The Lucky One by Nicholas Sparks

The Lucky One is a sweet story about a man who went through war and believe he survived because of a picture that gave him luck. The picture is of a beautiful women. After he survives several close calls he goes on a journey to find this lady who has brought him luck. It is a very sweet story. Easy to read very engaging. The ending is expected and cheesy but overall it is a good read. 3.9 out of 5.

7. I Can't Think Straight by Shamim Sarif

The book would have been better if it didn't try to hard. It spreads itself thin trying to get everyone's point of view. I wish it would focus on Leyla and Tala's relationship instead of breaking off to focus on Tala's sisters. Its like what is the focus of the story. The main story is intriguing but its get buried in all the other narratives. 2.9 out of 5.

6. Landing by Emma Donoghue

Sweet and tender story about beginning love. Landing grabs your heart from the beginning. A sweet love story that reached into my soul. You cheer for their love even though they have to overcome distance to be together. Emma Donoghue's writing completely wraps you up in its voice. It does drag at some points but I think that's me instead of the writing. 4.5 out of 5.

5. The Client by John Grisham

John Grisham is a great story teller he knows how to keep the reader interested. The plot is so weak. The plot didn't make sense. Mark should have told the truth early on and got the deal. Around the end it just felt like a big waste of time. 2 out of 5.