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[Tobi]

Gay wrote: "I always jump at the chance to tell people that everyone who loves to read should read 11-22-63 by Stephen King."

It's on my to read list! Read a lot of King back in the day.

Pat wrote: "Tobi wrote: "Hi, my name is Tobi and mystery/thriller is one of my preferred genres. I just read the first of a couple of Scandinavian series, The Bat by Jo Nesbo and Roseanna by Maj Sjowall. Not ..."

I've read a few Inspector Banks an enjoyed them. Haven't tried the other, thanks for the recommendation.

[Gay]

Tobi: the Stephen king of yesteryear has changed. His books are no longer shallow horror stories. Did you know king wrote the green mile? Quite different from vino, right? 11-22-63 is not a horror book but it is very unusual as only king can be. Do read it and let me know when you're done. I cannot imagine anyone not liking it but my husband did'nt so there ya go.

[Gay]

Quite diff. From Cujo, that was supposed to say.

[Gina]

Hello and welcome everyone!

[Gary]

Gay wrote: "I always jump at the chance to tell people that everyone who loves to read should read 11-22-63 by Stephen King."

Absolutely!!!! I've never really got into King (despite enjoying horror books/films) but I studied the JFK era and assassination at school so have always been fascinated by it. I tried 11-22-63 with a sense of trepidation but thoroughly enjoyed it - certainly very different and definitely not horror but a great novel that makes you think.

[Leigh]

Tobi wrote: "Hi, my name is Tobi and mystery/thriller is one of my preferred genres. I just read the first of a couple of Scandinavian series, The Bat by Jo Nesbo and Roseanna by Maj Sjowall. Not sure if I'll ..."

Welcome Tobi! Still Life by Louise Penny is actually one of our January Group Reads!

[Linda]

Welcome to the group everyone.

[Gordana]

A good crime/thriller/mystery is probably the main thing I look for in a book, I love Jo Nesbo, Stieg Larsson, but also many other authors, nice to see so many people with similar views, hope to meet new friends here :)

[Leigh]

Welcome Jamie Lynn and Gordana! I am glad you are enjoying the group.

LA

[Gay]

Gordana wrote: "A good crime/thriller/mystery is probably the main thing I look for in a book, I love Jo Nesbo, Stieg Larsson, but also many other authors, nice to see so many people with similar views, hope to me..."

I have heard of Jo nesbo but have never read anything by her. Does anyone have a copy they would like pass along?

[Leigh]

Gay wrote: "Gordana wrote: "A good crime/thriller/mystery is probably the main thing I look for in a book, I love Jo Nesbo, Stieg Larsson, but also many other authors, nice to see so many people with similar v..."


Jo Nesbo is a man. He is from Norway.
http://jonesbo.com/en/

[Gay]

Oops, I am in Texas and Jo is usually a woman's name here. So sorry, no offense intended.are his books in English? I am terribly curious now!!! Thanks for the information.

[Leigh]

Gay wrote: "Oops, I am in Texas and Jo is usually a woman's name here. So sorry, no offense intended.are his books in English? I am terribly curious now!!! Thanks for the information."

I don't see how anyone could be offended. Names are tricky sometimes. Yes, his books have been translated into English.

https://www.goodreads.com/author/show...

[Gary]

Jo Nesbo (pronouced Yoo I believe) is well worth reading especially if you can read the Harry Hole series in order as they are all translated to English now. Headhunters is a cracking stand-alone as well and the film is pretty faithful as well.

[Gordana]

Leigh wrote: "Gay wrote: "Gordana wrote: "A good crime/thriller/mystery is probably the main thing I look for in a book, I love Jo Nesbo, Stieg Larsson, but also many other authors, nice to see so many people wi..."
I would definitely recommend you read something by him and you will continue without suggestions :D

[A.C.]

Hi, I’m A.C. Frieden, author of the Jonathan Brooks thriller series. My latest——THE SERPENT’S GAME——is set in Katrina-ravaged New Orleans, Panama, Cuba and Venezuela. Crimespree Magazine calls it "an intelligent and intriguing spy thriller." Hope you will too.

Delighted to be part of this group. Cheers!

Novelist A.C. Frieden
www.acfrieden.com

[Leigh]

Welcome A.C. and good luck with your books.

[Gay]

I have seen the name Jo nesbo appear on several book sites that I visit. He must be very popular at the international level. I must make a point to locate one of his books to read. Any suggestions as to which I should read for my very first Nesbo book?

[Gay]

Are you serious that Harry Hole is the name of a Jo Nesbo series?

[Leigh]

Gay wrote: "Are you serious that Harry Hole is the name of a Jo Nesbo series?"

LOL!! Yep. When I first learned about him I had to check that myself.

https://www.goodreads.com/series/5115...

[Gay]

Please tell me frankly, is this Harry Hole a red flag for someone who does not mind some racy content but does not like porn???

[Leigh]

Gay wrote: "Please tell me frankly, is this Harry Hole a red flag for someone who does not mind some racy content but does not like porn???"

No, it's just a name.

[Gary]

Hello from frozen Minnesota! I really enjoy mysteries and thrillers and am looking forward to discussing them!

[Malina]

Welcome to all the new members!
Gary keep warm!

[Gary]

Thanks Malina!

[Leigh]

Gary wrote: "Hello from frozen Minnesota! I really enjoy mysteries and thrillers and am looking forward to discussing them!"

Welcome Gary!! Try and stay warm there in Minnesota. Just thinking about how cold it can get there makes me cold.
:-)

[Gary]

Thanks Leigh! It's like there's a breeze in the house even when everything's shut.

[Angelique]

Terry I totally agree twilight a great read please. I get what you mean. I am also a.mystery reader as well and love this app.
I'm reading the ghoul next door by Victoria Laurie I am Angelique McClellan welcome to good reads

[Leigh]

Gary wrote: "Thanks Leigh! It's like there's a breeze in the house even when everything's shut."

LOL!!!People in the Midwest are made of heartier stuff.

[Diana]

Hello to all of you. I'm new to Goodreads but certainly not to reading. I'm retired from the corporate world, have moved to the sunny Florida and now have the time to read for as long as I wish. Eclectic in my reading, I have a strong preference for well-written mysteries. I can't list all my favorite authors, but some near the top are Louise Penny (Gamache series), Peter Robinson, G.M. Maillet - oh, I'd better stop. Always looking for authors new to me so will be watching this site.

[Saad]

Hi,
I am Saad from Pakistan. I am new to the site and looking forward to what goes on in this group. I am an on and off reader but have always had a insatiable love which keeps bringing me back to the reading habit despite the hectic schedule and football :) Just so happens, mystery/crime thrillers happen to be my favorite genre. I am looking forward to interacting with you guys.
Regards

[Michelle]

Hello all, I am fairly new to Goodreads but can already tell I will enjoy it for years to come. I have been an avid reader my whole life. It is an escape for me to really get into a book and not be able to put it down. I have my favorite authors but always love discovering new ones as well. I live outside of Charlotte NC with my family and my four beloved dogs. I hope to find authors and new people to share our love for reading.

[M.L.]

I'm Mike and new to this group and wanted to introduce myself. I enjoy reading a wide variety of novel genres - literary, mystery, thriller, horror. However, when I write, I seem to fall into the thriller category. I just published "Haddie's Tangled Web."

I have to say my favorite author is John Irving. I never miss his latest when it comes out.

I'm reading "The Day of the Jackal" right now and it has my vote for book of the month! It's really good.

[Tonya]

Michael wrote: "Hi I'm Michael from Melbourne, Australia. I love our local writers like Jane Clifton and Kerry Greenwood. Kerry's Phryne Fisher murder mysteries have been adapted to television so I get a taste of ..."
I love Kerry Greenwood! I fell in love with Phryne pronounced Frynee Fisher books. Can't wait to see who play Lin.

[Tonya]

Hi, By the way. I love to read all kinds of books but mainly gravitate to fantasy and mysteries. Mostly medieval mysteries, Michael Jecks, Ellis Peters, Susanna Gregory, Edward Marston. But I also love Dame Agatha and many other eruo/british mystery authors.
My husband and I have a well loved library of around 3000+ books; and I know own a kindle. So it's always expanding.

[Carolyn]

Hi, I am a retired librarian and love mysteries. I grew up on Sherlock Homes, moved on to John D. MacDonald and many others. Elmore Leonard is one of my favorites as is John Sandford. I am trying to expand my author list. I am also in the process of paring down a large cookbook collection and moving to digital.

[Paul]

Hi everyone
Thank you for accepting me into your group - since writing crime novels I have found the crime writing and reading community very welcoming. I'm looking forward to reading many recommendations and I hope some members will do me the honour of looking at my debut crime novel, "The First Rule of Survival" - out in March.

For myself, I'm a massive fan of James Elroy - an utterly brilliant manipulator of the English language - admire hugely Lee Child, Mark Billingham, Michael Connelly and Robert Crais. For those of you unfamiliar with the work of South African writer, Deon Meyer, I cannot recommend him highly enough. Start with "Devil's Peak" and move on through his extraordinary catalogue of brilliantly structured and beautifully written novels.
More thoughts in due course...
And, and please visit my author's page. There's a blog there leading up to publication date. Many thanks...
Paul

[Paul]

M.L. wrote: "I'm Mike and new to this group and wanted to introduce myself. I enjoy reading a wide variety of novel genres - literary, mystery, thriller, horror. However, when I write, I seem to fall into the t..."

Hi Mike... I only really know Peter Temple as an Australian crime writer. Who else would you recommend?

[Adrian]

Hi! Can't wait to join the discussion. I grew up in a small town without many readers, so I'll take any chance to talk about how and why people read that I can get. I like everything from Jane Austen to Stieg Larsson, especially if it tells a story that helps me understand something about life in a new or better way. Right now, I'm catching up on my Doyle.

[MaryAnn]

Hi everyone. My name is MaryAnn Kempher, I'm the author of two books. One is a romantic mystery called Mocha, Moonlight, and Murder. The other is a mystery with just a dash of romance, it's called Forever Doomed. I hope you'll keep these titles in mind should you want to read a book that combines the detective skills of Agatha Christie with the witty banter of Jane Austen.
Thank you.

[Leigh]

Welcome Diana, Saad, Michelle,Mike, Tonya, Caroline, Paul, Bailey, and MaryAnn! I hope you all enjoy the group and discover many great new books to enjoy.

[Ashlee]

Hello everyone!
I'm excited to find this group as I'm a long-time fan of mysteries and thrillers and I'm nervous/sick/excited to release my own mystery/thriller next month with Entangled. Right now I'm on a big Sandra Brown kick, but also loved Charlaine Harris's Aurora Teagarden series, and--I'm embarrassed to admit--just picked up my first Lee Child book. Look forward to hearing some great recommendations!
Ashlee Mallory

[MaryAnn]

Congratulations on the upcoming release of your book. Good luck. :)

[Ashlee]

Thanks MaryAnn!

[MaryAnn]

Ashlee wrote: "Thanks MaryAnn!"

:) You're welcome.

[Leigh]

Ashlee wrote: "Hello everyone!
I'm excited to find this group as I'm a long-time fan of mysteries and thrillers and I'm nervous/sick/excited to release my own mystery/thriller next month with Entangled. Right now..."

Welcome Ashlee and goodluck with your book.

[Simmi]

Hi everyone my name is Simmi I recently joined the group. I started getting involved in groups this year on Goodreads and absolutely enjoy discussing and learning about new books. I've recently read Fear the Worst by Linwood Barclay & Never Knowing by Chevy Stevens. My favourite book of 2013 was Still Missing by Chevy Stevens. My favourite author is Harlan Coben.

[Leigh]

Simmi wrote: "Hi everyone my name is Simmi I recently joined the group. I started getting involved in groups this year on Goodreads and absolutely enjoy discussing and learning about new books. I've recently re..."

Welcome Simmi. I am glad you are enjoying the groups on Goodreads.

[Simmi]

Leigh wrote: "Simmi wrote: "Hi everyone my name is Simmi I recently joined the group. I started getting involved in groups this year on Goodreads and absolutely enjoy discussing and learning about new books. I'..."


Thanks Leigh

[Louise]

Hi and thanks for letting me join.
I'm a middle aged breast cancer battling mystery novel addict with two young daughters living just outside Sydney, Australia. And that should be my longest runon sentence ever!
I read voraciously, and pretty indiscriminately. While I love mysteries (such an English Lit Major cliche), there's really not much I won't read -- which the exception of romance novels (PAH!) and books about sparkly vampires. I've been known to take reading suggestions from my kids.
I'm really looking forward to discovering new authors through this group. I am partial to a well written sentence, and will forgive even rather large plot holes if the characters are well drawn and interesting.
Pleased to meet you, and this group ajs already cost me as I've gone and (Kindle) bought 2 out of the 3 March books I hadn't read. Please do not feed my addiction.
- Louise