Crime, Mysteries & Thrillers discussion
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Hi All, I just joined this group. My name is Kathy and I live in Massachusetts. I have been a mystery lover since I read my first Nancy Drew many, many years ago.I'm looking forward to discussing mysteries and finding new authors to read.
I've just finished reading Harlan Coben's newest, Six Years and before that, Faithful Place by Tana French.
Welcome to MCT Kathy! I too remember Nancy Drew!!How was Six Years? It looked great? It's a pleasure to have you here!
Andrea wrote: "Welcome to MCT Kathy! I too remember Nancy Drew!!How was Six Years? It looked great? It's a pleasure to have you here!"
Thanks Andrea! I'm happy to be here.
Six Years was non-stop action. At times I almost felt dizzy trying to keep up but I did enjoy it.
Welcome to all of our new friends that I've missed out on the past couple of weeks. It's always good to see new faces :)
Hi Kathy! Welcome to the group! We are really glad to have you as a new reading friend.
Welcome to MCT, Tammy! Elizabeth George is one of my favorites, too. I am sure you will find lots of great recs here.
Hi everyone. I'm Cath and I live in Yorkshire, but was originally from Southampton (seems to be a popular place here). I am a fan of Denise Mina, Patricia Highsmith, Dennis Lehane and have recently enjoyed 'Gone Girl', by Gillian Flynn. I am always on the look out for recommended books and writers.I am trying to write my own thriller, but time is not on my side!
Hi Jenni,My family actually live off the A36 between Southampton and Salisbury, so if I am ever down we shall have to hook up and talk crime and mystery!
I am currently reading the Talented Mr Ripley; I have seen the film but the book is really creepy (which is great). I have one of the April books to move on to so I can join a discussion, but in the meantime I shall read the January comments about Gone Girl.
One great perk to living in Yorkshire is that every year crime writers flock to Harrogate for the Crime Writing Festival in July, which is a wonderful event for fans. Last year I saw Harlen Coben and Jo Nesbo amoung many others.
It is well worth the trip up north!
Catherine wrote: "Hi everyone. I'm Cath and I live in Yorkshire, but was originally from Southampton (seems to be a popular place here). I am a fan of Denise Mina, Patricia Highsmith, Dennis Lehane and have recently..."Welcome Cath! It's a pleasure to have you join us!
Good luck with the writing! I've always thought that I would like to write, but have never given it a shot!
I'm certain as you look over the threads around here, you will find plenty of great reads and recommendations.
I look forward to future conversations with you and to hear your opinions and great books!
Jenni wrote: "I've got to look that up on the web and add that to my calendar. The two events I like to make it to are the London Book Fair and the Chelsea Flower Show. :^)"I wish we had anything near to that!
It just depends, but it takes me at least 3 hours on a good day to get to any airport!
Welcome to all the newcomers who joined the group this weekend.
Hi everybody!!!!I live in Mumbai, India !!!
Very immature to comment or write a review as i m hardy 10 books old... biologically 39 ... new found love books... still deciding which genre i like more.. but till now its Thriller & Suspense which is holding me to the books... also interest in Spiritual books ..
Shalini wrote: "Hi everybody!!!!I live in Mumbai, India !!!
Very immature to comment or write a review as i m hardy 10 books old... biologically 39 ... new found love books... still deciding which genre i like..."
Shalini, we are so excited that you are now a member of our group! We look forward to reading with you! : )
Catherine wrote: "Hi everyone. I'm Cath and I live in Yorkshire, but was originally from Southampton (seems to be a popular place here). I am a fan of Denise Mina, Patricia Highsmith, Dennis Lehane and have recently..."Hi, Cath! I have just bought a couple of Patricia Highsmith books, too. Glad to meet a fellow suspense lover. Welcome to the group! : )
Welcome Cath and Shalini! I love that our group is so diverse in where we all come from. That and we just have a great group in general - welcome!!!
Shalini wrote: "Hi everybody!!!!I live in Mumbai, India !!!
Very immature to comment or write a review as i m hardy 10 books old... biologically 39 ... new found love books... still deciding which genre i like..."
Welcome Shalini clear from India! What a beautiful name! I am sure that you will be able to find plenty of guidance on reviews and postings. Don't be afraid, just jump right in, and if you'd like help, just ask for it! There are many wonderful people in the group that would drop anything to help you!
You'll find your way and find that your interests will guide you as you continue reading!
It's a pleasure to have you with us!
Mindy wrote: "Welcome Cath and Shalini! I love that our group is so diverse in where we all come from. That and we just have a great group in general - welcome!!!"I was just thinking of the same thing!
Hi all,My name is Estelle, 22y/o, an undergrad studying in London. I am from Singapore.
When I first started reading, I focus mainly on mystery-thriller, but after reading too much of it, I got bored and started reading all other genres. Now, I see mystery/thriller and true crime as my favorites.
Amber J. wrote: "Hello everyone!My name is Amber J. Boyd (or AJ) and I am a 33 y/o Medical Biller who like everyone else in Michigan is trying to find work.
I have always been an avid reader, and I was named fo..."
I love Gillian Flynn too, I look forward to read her 'gone girl' :)
Estelle wrote: "Hi all,My name is Estelle, 22y/o, an undergrad studying in London. I am from Singapore.
When I first started reading, I focus mainly on mystery-thriller, but after reading too much of it, I got ..."
Welcome to the group Estelle! I find myself dreading all over the place in my reading but my roots are still mystery/thriller! I, too love true crime and psychological thrillers!
What is it that you are studying?
Hi I’m Jack. I live on Long Island NY, and I have a wide variety of tastes in reading. Mysteries were part of the reading curriculum when I taught school, and this past year I have managed to write one, an ebook mystery and I am working on its sequel. Since I am not computer savvy, can’t type, and going a little blind, writing has been an adventure, but an enjoyable one. This group seems to have members that not only offer encouragement to people like me, but more importantly, have some good suggestions for books to read and to discuss. I look forward to participating with fellow members.Thanks for having me.
Jack wrote: "Hi I’m Jack. I live on Long Island NY, and I have a wide variety of tastes in reading. Mysteries were part of the reading curriculum when I taught school, and this past year I have managed to write..."Welcome to the group Jack! Thanks for sharing your story with us! You have found yourself a great new home in reading and literature! It's a pleasure to have you aboard!
Andrea wrote: "Jack wrote: "Hi I’m Jack. I live on Long Island NY, and I have a wide variety of tastes in reading. Mysteries were part of the reading curriculum when I taught school, and this past year I have man..."Thank You.
Hello Cath and Shalini welcome to the group Its nice to have you here
Jack wrote: "Hi I’m Jack. I live on Long Island NY, and I have a wide variety of tastes in reading. Mysteries were part of the reading curriculum when I taught school, and this past year I have managed to write..."Hi Jack, welcome to the group! I'm from Long Island also. Haven't lived there in over 20 years but was born and raised in Glen Cove. What part of the Island are you from?
Ann wrote: "Jack wrote: "Hi I’m Jack. I live on Long Island NY, and I have a wide variety of tastes in reading. Mysteries were part of the reading curriculum when I taught school, and this past year I have man..."I’m out east not far from Port Jeff... Rocky Point.
Hi, everyone. My name is Sandy, and I'm a retired high school English teacher from St. Louis, Missouri. I'm an omnivorous reader who especially likes cozy mysteries, psychological thrillers, and horror. My favorite authors include Stephen King, Ray Bradbury, Jodie Picoult, Lilian Jackson Braun, and Rite Mae Brown, just to mention a few.
Welcome Sandy and Jack. I hope you enjoy this month's book selections.
Estelle wrote: "Hi all,My name is Estelle, 22y/o, an undergrad studying in London. I am from Singapore.
When I first started reading, I focus mainly on mystery-thriller, but after reading too much of it, I got ..."
Hello, Estelle. Welcome to our group! We are thrilled to have you as a new member! You will find lots of new mysteries and thrillers to read here.
Sandy wrote: "Hi, everyone. My name is Sandy, and I'm a retired high school English teacher from St. Louis, Missouri. I'm an omnivorous reader who especially likes cozy mysteries, psychological thrillers, and ..."Hi, Sandy! I am a retired English teacher, too. Isn't it wonderful to finally find time to read what you really want to read for pleasure? We are so happy to welcome you into our merry group. ; )
Jack wrote: "Hi I’m Jack. I live on Long Island NY, and I have a wide variety of tastes in reading. Mysteries were part of the reading curriculum when I taught school, and this past year I have managed to write..."Hi, Jack! Welcome to our group! We are thrilled to have you join our group. I see that you have taught and are a writer now. Interesting life! You will find lots of positive feedback within this group. We usually give great recs, too. ; )
Welcome Estelle, Jack and Sandy!!! Estelle, I too found myself almost bored with the mystery/thriller genre and branched out but came back - it's my roots and where I'll always belong. Jack, it's always exciting to see new authors in our group and it makes it easier for me to find new authors to read! Sandy, I love the way you describe yourself as a reader - not many people ever use that word for anything but describing a style of eating, not that I would expect anything less of an English teacher, but it still makes me happy. We're excited to have you all here!
Andrea wrote: "Estelle wrote: "Hi all,My name is Estelle, 22y/o, an undergrad studying in London. I am from Singapore.
When I first started reading, I focus mainly on mystery-thriller, but after reading too mu..."
Hi Andrea,
I'm studying biomedical sciences.
Jack wrote: "Ann wrote: "Jack wrote: "Hi I’m Jack. I live on Long Island NY, and I have a wide variety of tastes in reading. Mysteries were part of the reading curriculum when I taught school, and this past yea..."Ok, I kind of know where that is! It's nice to have another Islander here! I think you will enjoy this group a lot!
Welcomne to all of you newbies. Enjoy your selves.
Hello Sandy your time in teaching no doubt gave you many interesting experiences I hope now you have more time to enjoy reading this group will be as useful to you as it is to all of us I would like to wish you a warm welcome to the group Im sure your imput as well as Jacks will be great
Greetings from Burlington Vermont! I'm a well aged seller of furniture in a beautiful lakeside city owned by a cat.
I've been enjoying reading for over 51 years after I discovered the Cave Twins series. My Mom introduced me to Nancy Drew and I was hooked on Mysteries! I try not to limit myself to one genre, reading what ever catches my imagination, either fiction or nonfiction. I do stay away from Vampires and Zombies. I guess I like a good story. My favorite authors are Ian Rankin ( the Rebus series ), Kate Morton, Louise Penny, Chris Bohjalian, Reeve Lindburg and Tana French just to name a few.
I've been enjoying reading for over 51 years after I discovered the Cave Twins series. My Mom introduced me to Nancy Drew and I was hooked on Mysteries! I try not to limit myself to one genre, reading what ever catches my imagination, either fiction or nonfiction. I do stay away from Vampires and Zombies. I guess I like a good story. My favorite authors are Ian Rankin ( the Rebus series ), Kate Morton, Louise Penny, Chris Bohjalian, Reeve Lindburg and Tana French just to name a few.
Hi everyone! I'm from Oklahoma!I joined Goodreads about a few days ago, originally as a way to market a new mystery book I'm publishing ("Halls of Ivy"), but what really got me to stay was all the features to help me find new books to read. I just spent the last few hours looking through books that look interesting that I plan to read.
I don't read for pleasure as much as I should (having just finished grad school, all my reading was journal articles and textbooks). I do love mystery books and thrillers, mostly stuff with zombies and stuff with post-apocalyptic settings. But I love anything unusual or exotic that catches my attention (as you can see by my shelf, I have some variety). Looking forward to looking at the different groups and finding stuff to read.
Hi! I joined a couple of weeks ago but am only just now introducing myself. I'm Mary, I live in southern Va on a 24 acre "farm" with my husband, 12 cats, 3 dogs, 2 horses, and there are 2 goats around here somewhere--they seem to prefer the big cattle operation next door, though. I have always loved mysteries and what I call "police procedurals"; my favorite writers in these genres are Ruth Rendell, Michael Connelly, and John Sandford, but I will try just about anything once.
Looking forward to reading with y'all!
Hi, Mary, we are so happy to welcome you to our group! It sounds like you will fit right in with us! : )
Welcome to the group, Roland! Hopefully, now that you have finished grad school you will have more time to read the books you want to read. You'll find plenty of great recs here. We are thrilled to have you with us! : )
Mary wrote: "Hi! I joined a couple of weeks ago but am only just now introducing myself. I'm Mary, I live in southern Va on a 24 acre "farm" with my husband, 12 cats, 3 dogs, 2 horses, and there are 2 goats aro..."Hi, Mary and welcome.
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Welcome, Tammy! I was just thinking the other day how great it would be to be a librarian! Such a wonderful job working your way towards your goal!
It's a pleasure to have you joining our group!