This book is intense all the way through to the end. The story weaves so many threads and events that generate suspicion on the different passengers aThis book is intense all the way through to the end. The story weaves so many threads and events that generate suspicion on the different passengers and also call into question our narrator, Lo. There is a pretty dramatic surprise that continues to build into more twists. The book seems to wrap up the story but then you cannot help but wonder if there is still more plotting going on.
Ware tells a story that creates such suspense and drama that you cannot help but feel much of the anxiety and frustration that Lo experiences. All in all the character development and plot are very well written and there is enough of a twist to not feel formulaic...more
I enjoyed reading this book about Sabrina and her sleuthing. I realize this is the first book in the series and Ms. Potts was sCreative spin on a cozy
I enjoyed reading this book about Sabrina and her sleuthing. I realize this is the first book in the series and Ms. Potts was setting the storyline up including the back story. That being said it felt a bit jumpy at times. There was a bit too much internal reflection by Sabrina during the times she was questioning suspects. It made the story flow less smoothly. It felt a little info groups how it would be light hearted and about food and then the paragraphs of deep introspection would occur. I did enjoy the story and intend to read more of the series I appreciated that Sabrina was a strong character and there are layers to her personality. Her relate with the other characters add to the story. Particular the twist that she's dating the detective in charge of the case and how they deal with it. I look forward to seeing how the series progresses and resolves the outstanding questions...more
I have enjoyed all the Under Suspicion novels I have read previously and this installment did not disappoint. I find it engaging to read along as LaurI have enjoyed all the Under Suspicion novels I have read previously and this installment did not disappoint. I find it engaging to read along as Laurie Moran works with her production team to investigate old criminal cases. They interview the key players from the cases, many of whom are living under clouds of suspicion due to the unsolved nature of the case. The books also engage the reader in the characters and you can envision their feelings and reactions to the different situations.
Overall I find these books enjoyable and sincerely hope Alafar continues to write these books now that Mary Higgins Clark has died....more
While I enjoyed this book I didn't love it. In many ways it reminded me of John Knowles A Separate Peace. Similar premise of an event at a school withWhile I enjoyed this book I didn't love it. In many ways it reminded me of John Knowles A Separate Peace. Similar premise of an event at a school with a flashback story telling style. While Tartt's writing is good, it feels like it is too long at times. I had a similar reaction to Goldfinch when I read it a few years ago. Basically, I neither love nor hate the book. I'm just somewhat indifferent to it.
Be aware the book is full of drug and alcohol references so if this is not appropriate for the intended reader this may not be the best selection for them....more
This was the ninth installment in the Library Lover's series by Jenn McKinlay. This story centered more on the relationship between Lindsey and Sully.This was the ninth installment in the Library Lover's series by Jenn McKinlay. This story centered more on the relationship between Lindsey and Sully. I enjoyed reading along as we watched their new living arrangements created some interesting moments. This story was a bit more elaborate than many of the other books in the series but was still and enjoyable storyline.
A fun cozy read for those who enjoy the genre....more
Any cozy lover will enjoy this latest installment of the New Orleans scrapbooking series by Laura Childs. You will especiallNOLA cozy to charm readers
Any cozy lover will enjoy this latest installment of the New Orleans scrapbooking series by Laura Childs. You will especially enjoy it if you like scrapbooking and paper crafts Carmela and her friend Ava are up to their snooping and socializing They continue to disregard Carmela’s beau, Detective Babcock and his warnings not to meddle in police business. The story is engaging and has a surprising twist at the end...more
I did not know what to expect when I picked this book out at the library. I ended up thoroughly enjoying all of theVery enjoyable anthology of stories
I did not know what to expect when I picked this book out at the library. I ended up thoroughly enjoying all of the stories within. Most had a reference or alluded to Alice this n Wonderland. Some were romance based but all seemed to be about finding your moral truth and becoming a great partner for your relationship. I look forward to trying individual works of these authors...more
It's a joy to catch up with Bailey in Harvest, OH. The supporting characters are a pleasure to read aboCandy making and crime solving in Amish country
It's a joy to catch up with Bailey in Harvest, OH. The supporting characters are a pleasure to read about as well. This is a wholesome feel good cozy. The guilty party was definitely a bit of a surprise. This installment had us viewing the English world from Charlotte's perspective a bit more. It is such an innocent view and gives you pause about some everyday things we take for granted. We also get a sneak peek at the main character of Amanda Flower's newest series which seems as though it might be delightful. We will Have to wait and see
It is always enjoyable to read about Lindsey and her friends. This edition of the Briar Creek Library adventures is a delight as we visit Briar Creek,It is always enjoyable to read about Lindsey and her friends. This edition of the Briar Creek Library adventures is a delight as we visit Briar Creek, CT during a drought in June. Lindsay has a visit from a new town resident looking for gardening advice to save his roses. His thank you roses and more prove to be an unwelcome bit of attention. Fortunately her fiance', Sully and Robbie Vine are able to support her in confirming he lack of interest. This drags all 3 of them into a mystery that grows as the book progresses. We get glimpses of Lindsay and Sully's wedding planning and the lives of their friends and family during this book. I look forward to the next installment and see how Mrs. Cole's aka the Lemon's, new venture pans out....more
Another Stuart Woods book based in the world of Stone Barrington. In this case though, the story centers around Teddy Fay aka Billy Barnett and his roAnother Stuart Woods book based in the world of Stone Barrington. In this case though, the story centers around Teddy Fay aka Billy Barnett and his role as a Hollywood producer and stuntman. We find ourselves caught up in the world of the Centurion movie studios. Dino Bachetti's son, Ben, and his wife, Tessa, play a role in this book as does Stone's son, Peter. Stone and Mike Freeman make cameo appearances as well.
Billy is acting in the new movie being produced by Peter under the pseudonym of Marc Weldon. His multiple identities leads to some confusion as to who is trying to kill him and for what reason. The story, as are many of the books in the series, is a bit unbelievable but I still find them enjoyable. Overall the book is an enjoyable and quick read but not something to fire the mental synapses....more
A fun cozy set in Key West. The main character, Hayley Snow, is a bit flighty but lovable character who makes some bumbling mistakes while trying to pA fun cozy set in Key West. The main character, Hayley Snow, is a bit flighty but lovable character who makes some bumbling mistakes while trying to prove she didn't commit a murder of her ex's current flame. She is simultaneously trying to land a food critic job at a new magazine in town. All the while trying to prove to herself and her family she didn't make a mistake by following her heart to the Southernmost point in the US. If you enjoy reading about food dishes and the fun lifestyle of Key West you will enjoy this book....more
This was a very engaging and enjoyable read. Milman keeps the reader guessing about who the bad guy is until the end. The Thriller with lots of twists
This was a very engaging and enjoyable read. Milman keeps the reader guessing about who the bad guy is until the end. The main character, Aidan, goes through some soul searching and growth. All in all a good enjoyable book that definitely gives pause to think about what you put out into the digital ether...more
A very typical Stone Barrington novel, actually a little less death than normal in this one. Plenty of intrigue and plot twists. Stealth finds Stone iA very typical Stone Barrington novel, actually a little less death than normal in this one. Plenty of intrigue and plot twists. Stealth finds Stone in the UK for the entire book, no Turtle Bay house visits and minimal interaction with Joan. He does visit with Holly, Felicity, Dino, Viv and CIA director Lance Cabot. Not suprisingly, Stone ruffles some feathers and lands in the bedroom repeatedly in this current title. He meets his newest romantic partner as well as his nemesis for this installment while laid up in a military hospital following a car wreck. From there the intrigue, espionage, and plot turns commence.
I have always enjoyed Agatha Christie mysteries since I was a teen. She always lays out the solution so well and her clues and red herClassic whodunit
I have always enjoyed Agatha Christie mysteries since I was a teen. She always lays out the solution so well and her clues and red herrings work so well. Always a joy to read about Poirot although now it is hard not to visualize the actor vs the description Christie uses....more
This is the first book i have read in this series. I enjoyed the story with its numerous plot twists. Sara Winston is a well developed character. I feThis is the first book i have read in this series. I enjoyed the story with its numerous plot twists. Sara Winston is a well developed character. I felt like there was more to her than many of the cozy mystery characters. You got to see more of her thoughts and emotions than a typical cozy. I will definitely go back and read the rest of the series....more
Aloha Betrayed is a typical Jessica Fletcher mystery. Where she innocently gets wrapped up in a murder case while going about her daily life. In this Aloha Betrayed is a typical Jessica Fletcher mystery. Where she innocently gets wrapped up in a murder case while going about her daily life. In this instance she was in Maui on a paid teaching assignment. She was co-teaching new police recruits techniques for using the community around them to assist in their job. Her teaching partner, Mike Kane, ended up being her detecting partner as well. Mike is a well revered, retired police detective from the Maui Police force.
Together the two investigate the death of a new acquaintance of Jessica's, Mala Kapule. Mala was the niece of a medical school classmate of Jessica's friend, Seth Hazlett, whom Jessica looked up upon her arrival to Maui. Mala had suffered a seemingly tragic slip off a coastal cliff but to Mike and Jessica it didn't seem to be as it appeared.
While looking into the tragic death, we follow Jessica around the island of Maui. We venture with her on her sightseeing trips to Haleakala, a luau and more. The story of course wraps up with Jessica solving the case before she needed to return to the mainland. Although a typical formulaic Murder She Wrote mystery, it is still a fun and enjoyable read....more
This book.is spooky and disarming but keeps you reading even when you're terrified of the outcome. Slimani does an amazing job at getChilling thriller
This book.is spooky and disarming but keeps you reading even when you're terrified of the outcome. Slimani does an amazing job at getting into the minds of the characters. You cannot help but have a bit of sorrow for Louise and wonder what drive her to her vicious acts. The immense impact of mothers guilt is apparent in Myrame.
While I did find the book very engaging I did come away wishing we had been given more background explanation of how Louise came to this point in life. Also a bit more closure on her relationships with Stephane and Nerve would have added to the story. even though I enjoyed the book.and found it engaging, I finished the book feeling like I had a lot of unanswered questions so that's why I didn't give it 4 stars...more
This is the first book by Pam Jenoff that I have read. I cannot wait to read the Lost Girls of Paris after reading The Orphan’s TAmazing story telling
This is the first book by Pam Jenoff that I have read. I cannot wait to read the Lost Girls of Paris after reading The Orphan’s Tale. The story is an amazing tale told during the height of WWII. It gives us a glimpse of the circus life and a perspective on how the rise of the Nazis invaded everyday life in Germany and beyond. This is a story of survival as well as sorrow. Jenoff is an amazing storyteller that keeps you wanting more I enjoyed the format of having 2 narrators and learning the story from both their perspectives. I appreciate that the storyline is given closure to the characters lives in the Epilogue. It’s nice to know what happens to everyone...more
While the main storyline involving Lindsay Boxer and Joe is a good story, it felt at times like a stretch to include the supporting friend characters.While the main storyline involving Lindsay Boxer and Joe is a good story, it felt at times like a stretch to include the supporting friend characters. Their storylines are much more ancillary this time than in previous books in the series. I did enjoy the book and finished it in a single day. It felt like the authors were stretching to make it a Women's Murder Club versus a Lindsay Boxer story. The main mystery was a good twist and turn story though as always....more
This book was an enjoyable mix of sciences and human interest. The relationship Hope has with her lab partner Bill is quite quirky and is fun to watchThis book was an enjoyable mix of sciences and human interest. The relationship Hope has with her lab partner Bill is quite quirky and is fun to watch grow. She does a wonderful job of detailing aspects or her research and plants/trees in general. I can recommend this book to anyone who is interested in learning more about the green life around us as well as those curious about the life of research scientists...more
This is a quick bookshot installment in the Private series by Patterson. I appreciated the female lead being worried and scareEnjoyable quick thriller
This is a quick bookshot installment in the Private series by Patterson. I appreciated the female lead being worried and scared but not portrayed as weak and incapable. The storyline made sense based on the setting in South Africa. It wasn't too farfetched and felt like the obstacles that were overcome were feasible. All in all a good read...more
This is a typical Private series book with lots of shooting and action. This time Jack Morgan is in Rio for the Summer games in 2016. The details of tThis is a typical Private series book with lots of shooting and action. This time Jack Morgan is in Rio for the Summer games in 2016. The details of the city and the landscape definitely make it possible to visualize the scenery and the city as you read. The premise behind the story is a bit close to home with much of what is in the news today in US. There are some thought provoking aspects to the storyline. The book is part of the series but can be read in any order....more
This was a engaging thriller that keeps you guessing the whole way on who the guilty party is in the mayhem that is being directed at the London OlympThis was a engaging thriller that keeps you guessing the whole way on who the guilty party is in the mayhem that is being directed at the London Olympic Games. While it is full of action and disaster, there is a nice balance of character interaction. We learn a lot about the main characters of the novel, including a visit from some recurring characters in the series. Peter Knight, the single father of 3 yr old twins, is caught in the middle of all the chaos, both professionally and personally. As the story goes along we learn more about his personal story and his extended family. It gives the drama an even more intense buildup for the conclusion.
Overall this is a really good book even if some of it is a bit far-fetched at times...more
This memoir was an amazing combination of comedy and heartfelt honesty. Penny wrote a memoir that reads like a who's who of Hollywood royalty. The memThis memoir was an amazing combination of comedy and heartfelt honesty. Penny wrote a memoir that reads like a who's who of Hollywood royalty. The memoir was an interesting combination of family memories and the background stories of the movies she has been involved in over the years. If you don't want to read about Hollywood partying you might want to pass on this book otherwise I can highly recommend this book...more
Always a fun visit with the ladies of the Murder club. This shirt novella focuses on the supporting cast wEnjoyable quick checkin with the Murder club
Always a fun visit with the ladies of the Murder club. This shirt novella focuses on the supporting cast while Lindsay is off on a much needed vacation. There are several shocking twists to the story with a happy ending. Easily finished this in an afternoon...more
Fun quick read that lets us catch up with Kiki in between the bigger volumes. Always fun to see the different scrapping projects she comes up with. NiFun quick read that lets us catch up with Kiki in between the bigger volumes. Always fun to see the different scrapping projects she comes up with. Nice change to have a cozy that doesn't involve murder, although it does involve a generation appropriate topic. All in all a quick read that was fun to fit in between some more serious novels. This one sets up some interactions for future books that I had previously read....more
Was an awesome experience to revisit a childhood favorite. I especially enjoyed the fact my book had a note from the author at the end which helped meWas an awesome experience to revisit a childhood favorite. I especially enjoyed the fact my book had a note from the author at the end which helped me to see the messages and themes she was portraying in the book. She also covered the changes from when she wrote the book in 1967 to today (the 35th anniversary). Great as an adult, but for kids it is just a fun book to read
As for the story who wouldn't love to live in a museum filled with treasures and things to explore. This is a great book that I am so happy I read again. It is great for elementary kids to read alone, with parents or in classrooms. All around clean story with intrigue and suspense and messages if you are paying attention...more
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