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I started with Nancy Drew like lots of others. Enjoy Agatha Christie, Dorothy Sayers. I've recently started reading Dr. Thorndyke stories after reading about them in Lord Peter books. Dr. Fell and I are getting to be old friends. I also read more up to date folks - Deborah Crombie, Marcia Muller, Robert Crais, John Sandford and others.
I'm a recent retiree from the federal government and am enjoying my free time catching up on my reading, while trying to find a place to retire to cause I can't stay here forever. I need to move to a more temperate climate.


I enjoy reading crime novels of all types. I'm still trying to figure out all this stuff on Goodreads, so please be patient with me!

Hi,
I'm a fan of books across the mystery-thriller-crime spectrum, though I tend to read more on the lighter side these days (Cussler, du Brul, Child, Baldacci, Rollins, et al) with one or two of the heavier, Nordic noir sorts thrown in only every now and again (Nesbo, Adler-Olsen, et al).
I'm a fan of books across the mystery-thriller-crime spectrum, though I tend to read more on the lighter side these days (Cussler, du Brul, Child, Baldacci, Rollins, et al) with one or two of the heavier, Nordic noir sorts thrown in only every now and again (Nesbo, Adler-Olsen, et al).


I am 61, retired and live in N. California.

Thanks Leigh! Looking forward to taking part in the discussions. Some of my favorites are Alex Kava, Lisa Gardner, Michael Palmer, Tess Gerritson, Kate Watterson, Debra Webb. Am always open to new authors and can't wait to read everyone's recommendations and reviews!

Michael Palmer wrote medical thrillers. Sadly, he passed away recently. Kate Watterson has a series about Detective Ellie MacIntosh and Debra Webb has the Faces of Evil series. I am also a fan of Alison Gaylin.

Years ago, I read everything from Patricia Cornwall to Nancy Drew.
There are now so many wonderful authors, out there, producing first class fiction, it is hard to keep up with the everyday trends, it would be my ultimate goal in life to be able to write a crime novel, but it won't be for some time yet, am writing reviews and flash fiction to gain some experience in this genre.

Years ago, I read everything from Patricia C..."
your right to ask, its fiction that is spontaneous, and shorter than a short story., I'm told that its a good way to begin writing and get advice from authors and readers alike.

Life has a habit of throwing the unexpected our way; people hurt each other; others pick up the pieces. I never tire of reading or writing about heroes and villains.
I hope to meet many like-minded souls on Goodreads.
http://www.robertwhiteauthor.co.uk

Welcome! I am new myself but I was wondering what authors you like to read.

I like Peter Robinson's Inspector banks series, and Ian Rankin's Rebus. For a bit of escapism, I go for Chris Ryan or Andy McNab. I like to be entertained and not have to work too hard on a novel. I am THE beach bum, pulp fiction reader (and writer for that matter.)

Hi Robert, am really looking forward to reading some of your work soon, looks like I will be reading for quite some time, I like that you are writing from experience, that always makes it way more real.

Welcome." Hi Leigh, I also read Connelly and Coben. I understand some of my language may be a little 'English' but Unrest should be okay both sides of the Atlantic xxxx

Hi Etain,
Thanks for having a look at my work. I hope you enjoy... Robert



Most of my books are by British authors, Michael Jecks, Susanna Gregory, Edward Marston, Dame Agatha. I just read Dominion by CJ Sansom and it looks like I'll be adding another author to my bookshelves.

Finaly found this thread at last, thanks so much.

Just dumped 8 stories free on Wattpad getting ready for three novels to come out of the oven in the next few weeks.
Also write dystopia (see Wattpad).
leftist, atheist, cannabis grower...yep that pretty much covers it.

I have always thought about writing a mysteries and thriller. and i have finally published one and it has been a great experience in just getting it done. However the experience of getting the book known is secondary.
The book is about a man who gets stuck with three people who he believes are to be the devils. Please do read and find the mystery behind it. Its my first one.
Here is the kindle edition of the book http://www.amazon.com/Three-Others-Mo...
Its also there in many others websites.
Please do find my profile here for any discussions. Happy Writing.
Thanks you


Saw y..."
Thank you Leigh. I know the moors in the region quite well where WH is set, and the Bronte Parsonage is worth a visit in Haworth too... Though I have to confess to likening Jayne Eyre a little more... Looking forwards to contributing. Paul.

Mohammed- good luck with your new book!"
Malina wrote: "Welcome Komrade, Mohammed and Paul!
Mohammed- good luck with your new book!"
Thanks Malina.


Thank you, Jamie. What is your favorite feature?



And Alan... its lovely to hear that my stream-of-consciousness ramble didn't send you running. lol I tend to type like the wind, with limited self-edits (pretty much the exact opposite of the way I read, from a critical standpoint), so glad someone understood it.

Awww.... thanks so much, Alan! (sniff!) I was just peeking at your profile, and I'm so intrigued by your 2 year course of CSI study... Assuming its not too personal a question, is that something you're pursuing to break into forensic field, or primarily to add realism and deeper understanding to your own work in fiction? I'm one of the multitude of women who became fascinated with forensics/forensic anthro because of Kathy Reichs and her Tempe Brennan character.
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