Tips for Tuesday - Books: The Secret Book of Flora Lea & Games: Station Master

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Books: The Secret Book of Flora Lea

Today we are recommending The Secret Book of Flora Lea by Patti Callahan Henry. Whisperwood was their secret place, Hazel and her sister, Flora's. Hazel made it up for them. When they are sent away during the evacuation of British children to the countryside during World War II, tragedy strikes when Flora disappears and is presumed drowned. Years later, Hazel discovers a book about their secret place and becomes convinced that Flora is alive. She is determined to get to the bottom of the mystery even if it uproots her entire life.

This is an extremely poignant story full of lovely caring characters. There are so many characters to root for in this story not only Hazel and Flora but others as well. There is their mother Camellia and Bridie and her son, Harry who took them in, and Peggy the author of the story and so many more. This book just grabs onto your heart and holds it tightly until the very last page. It is one of those perfect books where everything seems to fit together perfectly in the end. It is definitely a very satisfying read.

Games: Station Master

Today we are talking about Station Master. Station Master is a game in which the object is to build trains by adding cars and passengers to them. Although it is little confusing to learn especially if you have trouble processing complicated instructions, it can be simple and fun to play. If you love math and strategizing you will probably enjoy this game. If not, probably not as much. If you want a game that is going to give you the same consistent experience time after time, Station Master is definitely a good choice.

Station Master was obtained through a subscription with UnboxBoardom. UnboxBoardom is a monthly game subscription service. Every month you are given the opportunity to choose one of three games or if you want to be surprised you can have them choose a game to send to you. If you love games and are constantly looking for new and exciting games to play and/or  if you are interested in building up your game collection, this is definitely the subscription for you. For more about UnboxBoardom see our previous post Tips for Tuesday - Misc.:UnboxBoardom or visit www.unboxboardom.com

And that's our view. Tune in tomorrow for Where-To-Wednesday.