Sarah’s Comments (group member since May 06, 2013)

Sarah’s comments from the Thriller Chat with Chris Allen group.

OK, I finished Burned by Persephone Nicholas a week or so ago and am looking forward to reading More Money For Shoes (hopefully it will help me run my business and live in the manner to which I am usually accustomed). I'm also reading this little ditty called Avenger by Chris Allen and can't get through it quick enough! AWESome thrill-tastic read. And that's all I'm allowed to say about that :)

Tell us a bit about what you've just finished reading, and what's on your TBR pile that you're looking forward to.... thriller or otherwise :)

Samuel wrote: "The Bourne Supremacy for me. Excellent plot, highly thrilling and David Webb is "mostly" in control of the situation. Bob Ludlum captured the essence of what a thriller is supposed to be at the end..."

Agree with you on that Ludlum has got the heart-pounding read down pat!

Samuel wrote: "Thrillers I would like to see on the big screen:
1) "Rotten Gods" by Greg Barron
2) "Power Down" by Ben Coes
3)"Ratcatcher" by Tim Stevens
4) "Delivering Caliban" by Tim Stevens
5) "Executive ..."

Rotten Gods by Greg Barron - good pick there! And Savage Tide - the opening scenes of that book are visceral and emotive in a gut-wrenching kind of way. Greg is a fantastic Aussie talent, and a great guy :)

Samuel wrote: "Brad Thor's cover art for "Full Black", "Blacklist" and "Hidden Order". Snazzy, modern and extremely distinctive."

I like all of Brad Thor's cover artwork! Cool guy!

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We'd love to find out what are your favourite ever book cover designs, and what is it about them that you love?

Chris loves the Ian Fleming Bond series of early paperback covers but Richie Fahey did a fresh series a few years ago which he is particularly fond of. I'm sure you'll see some of those!

I always loved looking at the copy of The First Stone by Helen Garner (below) which was a calming vision, although reading the book is not...

What are the covers you love, thriller and otherwise?

Steve wrote: "Def go with Arena, Sar :D Of course, you'd have to make sure that your very own Alex (Chris) was as spot on as THE Alex Morgan LOL!"

The problem with Alex Morgan is he always seems to be happy to move onto the next bird Steve... Charlie Fleming, case in point!

Steve wrote: "Sarah wrote: Steve, if you can find us an online book club in your timezone, we will make it happen!"

Right at the moment, Sarah, I'm not doing so hot, so have very little time online - just odd m..."

Look after yourself Steve - hoping you're feeling better by the time you read this. I just saw your update and want you to know we are thinking of you and sending good vibes your way :) Best, Sar

I think I'd be Georgina / George from The Famous Five by Enid Blyton! I loved that series when I was a little tacker! Strictly a thriller? I'm not sure. Or maybe Arena Halls would be a good one to play, she is a toned and athletic and smart heroine ;)

Jim wrote: "The closest to me would probably be Jim Rockford of the Rockford Files. I'm a bit of a chicken when it comes to violence. I prefer to trick or talk my way out of conflicts with burly thugs. (Not th..."

Helicopter parents and tiger moms / mums are the toughest of them all!

Steve wrote: "If anything, I think Defender is my favourite - so far - Julie :) I can't wait till I get far enough away from having read it so that I can reread both books in sequence :D"

Just a brilliant review Steve, thank you kindly and all the very best to you and yours :) Sar ps I'm waiting patiently for Avenger too

Steve wrote: "Missed it before I even woke up this morning! LOL"

Steve, if you can find us an online book club in your timezone, we will make it happen!

Some brilliant insights and robust discussion on Erin's Book Club Chat on Facebook tonight.

If you slept through it (Steve ;) here's the link below and a few tidbits from the conversation:

"Unfortunately, my career during the post 9/11 environment was keeping me very busy and so I wasn't able to review and re-write my manuscripts as quickly as I would have liked. Hence, the 10 years it eventually took."

"Social networking, particularly for new or aspiring writers is absolutely critical if you are serious about building awareness and drawing in an audience that will potentially be interested in your work."

"In the first novel Defender, I described Alex Morgan's blood being up as he prepared to hunt down a wanted criminal. At that point, Morgan was in his car and decided to play music that matched his mood. I used the album State of Emergency by The Living End. They're one of my favourite bands and that album is full of energy!"

"I graduated to classics like The Count of Monte Cristo and so on, absolutely loved those types of stories. But when I discovered Ian Fleming's The Man With The Golden Gun in the school library, I knew that I wanted to do what Fleming had done."

Read the full fandango at:
https://www.facebook.com/events/59228...

Steve wrote: "That's right! You read the title accurately! I have a very important complaint that needs to be addressed.

I started reading only a couple of days ago and now, what..."

I would say that this is a case for Alex Morgan but it seems he's already involved and may in fact BE the problem.

I will escalate this complaint to the highest levels Steve and have it resolved ASAP. Unless, of course, you resolve it first by finishing the book!

So, of all the movies, TV shows and books you're into at the moment, can you share a little about which Action Thriller Hero, Heroine or Villain you are most like?

We want to know who - what it is about them you resemble - and any other info you're game to share!

Erin wrote: "Hey guys! Can't wait for our online Facebook chat this Thursday evening with Chris. If anyone else wants to join just go to the event page and RSVP.

Here it is: https://www.facebook.com/events/59..."

Thanks Erin! It's going to be great fun. We will have to do a Book Club event that fits with our US friends timezones soon ;)

Great questions Steve, I haven't heard of this one! Will point it out to Chris and get him to come back to you. Hope you are doing really well! Best, Sar

There's a new Book Club happening online - this time with Coffee Chats with Erin: Bookgirloz, including a live Facebook Chat later in the month of July.

Love to *see* you there! More details at
http://buff.ly/17SuzhL