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[Paul]

Murder in McHenry
My name is Paul Scharff and I am the co-author of Murder In McHenry. This is my real life, true crime story. I am hoping to participate in conversations about the book, the mob, my interesting network of friends, etc, etc. Thank you so much for having me and I hope to speak with as many of you possible. Happy Reading everyone!!

[J.P.]

Hi! I'm currently reading Robert Crais and Elmore Leonard. I look forward to talking about all things mysterious.

[Adri]

Hi everyone!

[Candace]

Hi, I'm Candace! I'm originally from Arkansas, but have lived my adult life in Arizona. I love many different types of books; however, I started out reading Nancy Drew as a child and have read a lot of mystery throughout my life. My favorite is historical fiction with my favorite authors in this area being Tasha Alexander and Charles Finch. I'm looking forward to reading Bowen's Murphy's Law next month. I enjoyed Her Royal Spyness. My favorite mystery author is not historical, but I love her anyway(LOL ), Louise Penny. My daughter is in college- I'm an empty nester- so I'm enjoying my time on GR and finding new books to read!

[Luffy Sempai]

Hi Candace! On behalf of all ex-newbies, welcome to the group.

[Melissa]

Jac wrote: "Melissa wrote: "Cheryl wrote: "Melissa wrote: "Hi everyone, I live in Baltimore, MD, and own a bookstore. I read a little bit of everything, but my favorite crime thriller/mystery writers are Erica..."

My friend had to close her shop, unfortunately.

[Vicky]

Hello, my name is Vicky and I live in the state of Maryland. We have a wonderful book club here and just finished The Thirteenth Tale by Diane Setterfield and now reading The Secret Keeper by Kate Morton. Both books are not the usual mysteries, but found them to be exciting and hard to put down. PS: I love Sturat Woods, Vince Flynn, Brad Thor, Daivd Baldacei, Steve Berry, Lisa Scotoline, and Nelson Demille,

[Erika]

Hi, my name is Erika, I live in Texas. I wish I could create a bookclub in my city! but I don't know how to start... I don't know anyone who likes to read. I want to discover more mystery and thriller books! My favorites so far are the psychological thrillers, both books and movies.

This group looks interesting!

[Elizabeth]

Hi Erika,

I too wish I could get a bookstore in my town. We have one about 10 miles away. I use the library alot and Amazon used books a ton.
Four of us friends have formed a bookclub and are having a great time. Do you have a couple friends who would be interested. What my friends like was that we did not have to read the same book but used the same topic.
Have you read any of Liza Marklund's books? She is Swedish and many of her books have been translated to English.

Have fun with the group and let me know if there is anything I am missing that I should read or see..

[Victoria]

Hello, Everyone. My name is Victoria, and while I read many genres of books, I always like to have a good murder mystery, spy novel, detective story, or the like on hand. I've read and enjoyed such authors as John Sanford, Vince Flynn, John Lescroart, Kay Hooper, Harlan Coben, Jeffery Deaver, Lee Child. Having read almost all of their books, I'm on the lookout for new authors and hope to find some recommendations here.

[Victoria]

Thanks for the welcome and the book suggestions. I have read quite a few Michael Connelly books, but not Angels Flight, so I'll look for that one.

I haven't read any Ian Rankin books but they look interesting, especially The Falls.

I don't know why I haven't read any Dennis Lehane. I loved the movie, Mystic River, but of course should have read the book first. I'll definitely look for that, and some of his other books as well.

[Erika]

Jac wrote: "Do you have a local library? Most book clubs in England are created by meeting people who go to the local library and speaking to them. They get about three people together and then put up a notice on the notice board for other readers who are interested to contact them; and so the club grows..."

Here we have actually very good libraries. Unfortunately, all the activities seem to be for kids and teenagers, you know, to get them into reading. Think I must suggest something for adults too, like the bookclub!

[Kat]

Hi all, I'm from North Idaho, and one of my favorite series are the Pendergast novels by Douglas Preston and Lincoln Child. Anyone else enjoy those here?

[Jean]

Hello. My name is jean and I am from ohio. I belong to 2 local book groups - active in both for about 10 years. Favorite authors are William kent Krueger and arnaldur indriadison.

[Philip]

I'm a longtime writer and editor, a former journalist now working in a business environment. I continue to freelance arts/entertainment reporting and criticism for various magazines and newspapers, and in recent years I received an M.A. in English/creative writing. I'm a fan of literary fiction as well as mystery/crime by the likes of Elmore Leonard, Dennis Lehane, James Lee Burke, Ian Rankin, Michael Connelly and (a recent find) Jo Nesbo. Looking forward to learning and connecting here.

[Andres]

Hii, i'm a newbie in this group. I'm glad i found it. I'm looking foward to future trends

[Melissa]

Vicky wrote: "Hello, my name is Vicky and I live in the state of Maryland. We have a wonderful book club here and just finished The Thirteenth Tale by Diane Setterfield and now reading The Secret Keeper by Kate ..."

I live in Maryland, too. What part of the state do you live in? I live near Baltimore.

[Michelle]

Hi, I'm Michelle and I think I've pretty much always loved mysteries--from Encyclopedia Brown to Nancy Drew to Agatha Christie. Recently, I have enjoyed Steven James, Sister, The Thirteenth Tale, Aaron Elkins, and lots more.

I live in Colorado, and I look forward to discovering new books through this group.

[Leslie J]

Hi! I'm Leslie. I live in sunny Arizona. I joined this group because I am in a writing class on Writing Mysteries. I need to find books with psychic detectives in them for my project. Anyone have some good recommendations?

[Mary Ellen]

Hi Everyone,
My name is Mary- Ellen, and I am 58 years old, married, with 3 boys and 1 granddaughter, 2 step-grandchildren and two dogs. I love to read all genres, but I have always enjoyed reading mysteries over the years. I am fortunate to work in a bookstore, in Brampton, Ontario Canada, called Chapters. I am the receiver there, so I get to see everything new coming in on a daily basis. Working in a bookstore has it's perks, but it also very hard on your pocketbook. LOL! What can I say, I love to read! So nice to meet you all.

[[deleted user]]

Hi, I'm Christine from Liverpool but live in Southampton, UK. I love Minette Walters, Robert Goddard, Peter Robinson and Nora Roberts novels. I have over a hundred crime thrillers on my Kindle to read so it's a good job I have just retired and have time to devote to the task :).

[Linda]

Welcome to all the newbies.

[Leland]

Jac wrote: "Kat wrote: "Don't people call Idaho the potato state, and laugh? I never got the joke...."

I think it's just that potatos are a major crop grown in Idaho. So there's this association that this is all that goes on in Idaho. Like my home state Georgia is the peach state, so some of my friends have called me Peaches. Whether Idaho produces more potatos than other states, I don't know. Maybe Kat does? Personally, I think potatos are about the best thing that grows. I love em. :)

I've been meaning to read the Pendergast series. I had an old paperback of Relic for the longest time and never read it. I did see the movie though. Terrifying!!! My partner loves them.

[Mallory]

Hi! I am a 41 YO who lives in Meridian, MS...I am very excited about joining the group! Can't wait to start discussing - Is there anything I need to know about how the group operates? Please let me know! Thanks so much!!

Mallory

[Ava Catherine]

Mallory wrote: "Hi! I am a 41 YO who lives in Meridian, MS...I am very excited about joining the group! Can't wait to start discussing - Is there anything I need to know about how the group operates? Please let me..."

Hi, Mallory! I am from Tupelo, so welcome neighbor! So glad to have you in the group. You will get the hang of things very quickly, but if you need any help, please feel free to ask. ; )

[David]

I am David W. Madara. I'm from Mays Landing, NJ. I love all kinds of books but have read and love mysteries throughout my reading life. I love hard boiled from the classics of Dashiell Hammett to Max Alan Colllins... My favorite new crime novel was "Cover of Snow" by Jenny Milchman...

[Ava Catherine]

Evelyn wrote: "Hello everyone. My name is Evelyn and I live on the outskirts of Baltimore City, Maryland. I love to read, in fact I read so much that my husband begged me to get a kindle so that I could get rid o..."

Welcome to the group, Evelyn! It is a pleasure to have a lover of books here. I, too, believe I must have books to exist. I had to break down and get a kindle because of the storage problem. I didn't think I would like it, but I really do because it finally resolved the reading in bed dilemma with the build in light. We are thrilled to have you as a new member! ; )

[Ava Catherine]

Momof3 wrote: "Hi everybody! My name is Teri, I am a first grade teacher in VA. I have three wonderful children and have gotten back into reading now that they are a bit older! I read...anything, I guess. Mostly ..."

Hi, Teri! Teaching first grade is not for sissies! Thank you for making a difference in so many lives. We are thrilled to welcome to MCT! ; )

[Ava Catherine]

Terry wrote: "Hi! I am a 61 year old, mystery (not exclusively but primarily) reader from Southwestern Ontario,Canada. My favourites are John Sandford and, may he rest in peace, Robert Parker (Spenser). I "disco..."

Welcome to the group! We are thrilled to have you as a member! ; )

[Ava Catherine]

David wrote: "I am David W. Madara. I'm from Mays Landing, NJ. I love all kinds of books but have read and love mysteries throughout my reading life. I love hard boiled from the classics of Dashiell Hammett to M..."

Welcome to Mysteries & Crime Thrillers, David! We are excited about having you as a new member. You and I share similar tastes in books.
; ) I look forward to chatting about books with you.

[Ava Catherine]

Mark wrote: "Hello. I live in London and am now a writer after a career in business. Love Patricia Highsmith, Simenon, and many, many more. First book Princes Gate, set in wartime London, published 2011 and seq..."

Welcome to the group, Mark. It is always grand to add a new reader and writer to the group.

[Ava Catherine]

Christine wrote: "Hi, I'm Christine from Liverpool but live in Southampton, UK. I love Minette Walters, Robert Goddard, Peter Robinson and Nora Roberts novels. I have over a hundred crime thrillers on my Kindle t..."

Welcome to the group, Christine! I have a soft spot for Minette Walters, too. I am looking forward to chatting about books with you. ; )

[Ava Catherine]

Jennifer wrote: "hi my name is Jennifer & I joined the Goodreads site earlier this year. It was recommended to me by a work colleague who also started a book club among us. I find the site really good & informative..."

Welcome to MCT, Jennifer! I look forward to discussing books with you. ; )

[Gabriela]

Hi, I'm Gabriela, aka Gabi. I'm 19 and talking from Brazil. I'm a student at Mackenzie University.

[Ava Catherine]

Melissa wrote: "Hi everyone, I live in Baltimore, MD, and own a bookstore. I read a little bit of everything, but my favorite crime thriller/mystery writers are Erica Spindler, Sandra Balzo, and Michael Koryta.
I ..."

Hi, girl! It is so grand to see you here! Welcome to the group!! You know I am super thrilled to have you aboard and so excited about the prospect of discussing great books with you!
Have a happy day! ; )

[Ava Catherine]

Gabriela wrote: "Hi, I'm Gabriela, aka Gabi. I'm 19 and talking from Brazil. I'm a student at Mackenzie University."

Gabi, it is great to welcome you to the group! : ) We are very excited to have you as a new member.

[Kat]

Jac wrote: "Kat wrote: "Hi all, I'm from North Idaho, and one of my favorite series are the Pendergast novels by Douglas Preston and Lincoln Child. Anyone else enjoy those here?"

These are new to me, Kat, but..."


Yeah, potatoes are a major crop here, but people like to laugh at Idaho anyway, I guess.

Will start a thread eventually lol

[Leigh]

Welcome to all who joined the group this weekend. It is great to see new members from all over the world.

[Melissa]

Connie wrote: "Melissa wrote: "Hi everyone, I live in Baltimore, MD, and own a bookstore. I read a little bit of everything, but my favorite crime thriller/mystery writers are Erica Spindler, Sandra Balzo, and Mi..."

Thanks Connie.

[Matthew]

Good morning, everyone! Welcome to all those who recently found this great group.

[Anna]

I'm Anna, a special education teacher from Atlanta and crime fiction/true crime junkie. I'm always looking for new authors, so I'm looking forward to being a part of this club!

[Wendy]

I love agatha christie and some john grisham

[Wendy]

i am fr austin, texas

[Denniger]

Hi Wendy
I'm from Austin too
Denniger

[Mark]

Hi im mark i am new to the group, i live reading crime thriller with a good twist and would love any recomendations.

[Mark]

sorry meant love reading haha

[Sue]

Just finished and now starting Heavy Metal, a mystery novel by P.J. Morse.

[Merry]

Hi everyone, I live in Wauwatosa Wisconsin and love mysteries. Well actually any good book! I am fairly new to Goodreads and just love it!!

[Jeanie]

Hello, my name is Jeanie, and I love a good mystery. Thanks to today's marvels of technology, namely, my iphone, I now listen to most of my books, but if I can't get my hands on an audio copy, I'll sometimes stoop to doing it the old fashioned way. (grin) I'm fifty years old, a new grandmother, and love quiet time with my needlework, songbirds, and books, and spending quality time with my rapidly expanding family! I'm from Hendersonville, TN, the satellite town just north of Nashville. Like most Nashvillians I was born playing a musical instrument. Unfortunately, for Mama, I'm a pianist. However, the unwelcomed surprise of Rheumatoid Arthritis has more or less put the kibosh to that once very enjoyable hobby. I joined Goodreads around 18 months ago after lurking for quite awhile, and I've never regretted it!

[Karen]

Jeanie wrote: "Hello, my name is Jeanie, and I love a good mystery. Thanks to today's marvels of technology, namely, my iphone, I now listen to most of my books, but if I can't get my hands on an audio copy, I'l..."

Nice to meet you.