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Darcia Helle
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in Bridgewater, MA, The United States
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Enemies and Playmates
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2009
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No Justice (Michael Sykora #1)
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2009
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First Kill: A Short Story (Michael Sykora Novels)
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2010
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3 editions
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Hit List
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2009
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6 editions
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Beyond Salvation (Michael Sykora #2)
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2009
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The Cutting Edge
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2010
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Into The Light
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2011
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5 editions
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Killing Instinct (Michael Sykora #3)
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2013
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Bestseller Bound Anthology (Volume 1)
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Miami Snow
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A Haunting, Powerful Read — ON THE SAVAGE SIDE by Tiffany McDaniel
Six women—mothers, daughters, sisters—gone missing. Inspired by the unsolved murders of the Chillicothe Six, this harrowing novel tells the story of two sisters, both of whom could be the next victims, from the internationally best-selling author of Betty.
Arcade and Daffodil are twins born one minute apart. With their fiery red hair and thirst for escape, they form an unbreakabl
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I don't understand why anyone would want to publish this book once, much less reissue it. I couldn't get past the first story. Lines like the following made me want to tear the book apart: "A woman who used her sense and carried herself with self-resp ...more |
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I'm not the right reader for this book. First, the author opted not to use quotation marks for dialogue, which quite honestly, I hate. What's the point of it? Am I meant to constantly be wondering what's dialogue and what isn't? Quotation marks are us ...more |
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The Monsters We Make: Murder, Obsession, and the Rise of Criminal Profiling:
"Based on both the description and the introduction, I thought this book was going to be a deep-dive into what criminal profiling is, how it works, how it often does not work, and why it has so much appeal in pop culture. What this book actually is is"
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Wade Rouse’s THAT’S WHAT FRIENDS ARE FOR was one of my favorite books earlier this year, so I was especially excited about THE BLUFF. Unfortunately, and much to my surprise, it was just okay for me. We have 12 (!) POV characters. Consequently, we don’ ...more |
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WITCHLAND is a fascinating examination of the witchhunts of the 1600s. We see how politics and religion entwined to create the perfect storm of circumstances. Religious fervour and fear combined with intolerance to prompt persecutions of anyone who s ...more |
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MAZYWOOD gives us two timelines: Mazelle from the 1920s-1940s, and Mazelle’s grandson and his family in the present day. I loved Mazelle’s story, but it took me a bit to connect with the characters in the present timeline. The content is an unflinchin ...more |
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PLEASE REMAIN SEATED is a collection of 3 horror-tinged stories. I really enjoyed the first one, which had a uniquely creepy vibe and felt complete. The other two were good, but I needed a little more from them. Each story had its own narrator, which ...more |
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I wish I could dump my emotions here for you all to feel. Words are hard. TRANSCENDENT is one of the best books I’ve read/listened to this year. I would love to put it in everyone’s hands, in everyone’s ears, and in every library, especially now, with ...more |
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I genuinely loved parts of this book. Unfortunately, the repetition and slow pace through the middle, coupled with Poppy’s willful ignorance were problematic for me. The atmosphere and setting (those statues!) were well done. I loved the way it played ...more |
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The Ghost and the Dead Librarian (Haunted Bookshop Detective Mystery #10)
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This was a fun, lighthearted cozy mystery that you can’t take too seriously. I really enjoyed Pen and Jack’s characters and relationship dynamics. My stumbling points: ➛Why are cops in cozies so often complete idiots? There was literally no investigati ...more |
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“She had one of those goofy smiles that made you wonder if she was too stupid to know that life sucks most of the time.”
― Hit List
― Hit List
“What's your name?" Jesse asked.
"Go to hell," the man muttered.
"Interesting name. Your mother must have been thrilled with your birth.”
― Enemies and Playmates
"Go to hell," the man muttered.
"Interesting name. Your mother must have been thrilled with your birth.”
― Enemies and Playmates
“No, when I was a kid I had big plans.” A hint of playfulness crept into Jesse’s eyes. “I was going to be the next Superman. But my sisters got sick of me stealing their tights and I could never figure the damn things out anyway.”
― Enemies and Playmates
― Enemies and Playmates
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| Goodreads Authors...: No Justice | 1 | 5 | Dec 15, 2009 10:41AM | |
| Goodreads Authors...: Beyond Salvation | 1 | 7 | Dec 15, 2009 10:44AM | |
| Goodreads Authors...: Hit List | 1 | 8 | Dec 15, 2009 10:46AM | |
| Goodreads Authors...: Enemies and Playmates | 1 | 12 | Dec 15, 2009 10:49AM | |
| 100+ Books in 2026: Mike's personal drive for 125 | 110 | 168 | Jan 03, 2010 11:03AM | |
| Stephen White - A...: Goodreads Authors | 88 | 55 | Jul 02, 2010 11:20AM | |
| Book Nook Cafe: What I read in July 2010 | 159 | 200 | Oct 03, 2010 01:20PM | |
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Jennifer wrote: "Happy birthday, Darcia! "
Thank you, Jen!
Mum's The WordHi Darcia,
Thank you so much for joining friends with me on goodreads. I wondered if you had a moment if you might like to read my new exciting crime thriller? It would be a great honor.
Thanks,
Sian
Michael wrote: "Hope things are going well. I've gotten a busy schedule for the next few weeks, as baseball season began, the interest in "Three Strikes and You're Dead," has zoomed up. But to be sure, my wife's b..."Great to hear that things are going well for you! I have been *slightly* overwhelmed with life. Sorry I haven't gotten to your book. I will attempt better organizational skills so I can read it soon!
Hope things are going well. I've gotten a busy schedule for the next few weeks, as baseball season began, the interest in "Three Strikes and You're Dead," has zoomed up. But to be sure, my wife's book club assured me that you don't have to be a baseball fan to enjoy the book.I like seeing it on your "to read' list and look forward to your review.
Sincerely, Mike
Dustin Adrian wrote: "Howdy Darcia!This here Texas cowboy appreciates the friendship.
Thanx darlin'.
Dustin Adrian Rhodes"
You made me smile this morning, Dustin. Thank you for that, and for the friendship!
Andrea wrote: "Thank you for accepting my friend request - So far I have only read Enemies and Playmates but it was one of my most memorable 2012 reads (mainly because I tend to forget books as soon as I've read ..."I'm happy to include you as a friend, Andrea! And I'm honored you found E&P a memorable read! Like you, I also tend to forget books soon after reading them. I like to blame it on the number of books I read, rather than the black hole in my memory! Now and then I read one that sticks with me long after I've read the last page, and I'm humbled you feel that way about one of mine.
Thank you for accepting my friend request - So far I have only read Enemies and Playmates but it was one of my most memorable 2012 reads (mainly because I tend to forget books as soon as I've read them, unless prompted; E&P I can actually remember of my own accord!). I'm really looking forward to reading more of your work and seeing from your reviews what kind of books you enjoy too!
Robert wrote: "Thanks for accepting my friend request, Darcia."My pleasure, Robert!
Thanks for accepting my friend request, Darcia.
Jason wrote: "Hey Darcia, Thanks again! You are awesome. Just wanted to tell you again."
I think I just felt my ego inflate! :)
Thanks, Jason. But I am all for telling the world when I find talent and the world should know about you.
Carol wrote: "Hi Darcia!Just saw our friend 'Sue' today and she kindly lent me your book "Emenies and Playmates" and am so looking forwarding to reading it! You just blow me away with your stories and I so lo..."
Thank you so much, Carol! I hope you enjoy Enemies and Playmates - and that you get lucky in my contests soon!
Hi Darcia!Just saw our friend 'Sue' today and she kindly lent me your book "Emenies and Playmates" and am so looking forwarding to reading it! You just blow me away with your stories and I so love it when I win your books! (Haven't been lucky yet, but my fingers are crossed!) I tried for 'Into the Light" to no avail and 'The First Kill". Just wanted you to know that I'm still your most loyal fan. Have a great day. Carol
hi darcia! i prefer to think of it as a coven! much more fun that way! :)
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