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[Barbara]

The Redemption of Time by Baoshu

This is a fan fiction continuation of Cixin Liu's science fiction trilogy, Remembrance of Earth's Past, in which an alien race called Trisolarans come to conquer Earth.

In this book two humans left recall the past and also learn some new truths.

For fans of the trilogy. 3 stars

My review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...

[Barbara]

Walk the Wire by David Baldacci

Detective Amos Decker, who has perfect recall, investigates a bizarre murder and unveils diabolical wrongdoing.

Complex plot. 3.5 stars

My review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...

[Bill]

Dawn by Octavia E. Butler 4 stars

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[KOMET]

Today, I finished reading "Passage West" by Rishi Reddi.



This is one of the best novels I've read so far this year. It's about the Indian American immigrant experience in the United States during the 1910s and 1920s (mainly set in California's Imperial Valley).

[Barbara]

The Escape Room by Megan Goldin

Four bankers get stuck in an elevator that's really and 'escape room' and secrets are revealed.

Interesting unusual story. 3 stars

My review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...

[Barbara]

Until the End of Time: Mind, Matter, and Our Search for Meaning in an Evolving Universe by Brian Greene

In this tome, theoretical physicist Brian Greene contemplates the universe, from it's inception to it's inevitable demise.

Interesting and informative. 4 stars

My review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...

[KOMET]

Today I finished reading "The Adventures of Miss Barbara Pym" (biography) by Paula Byrne.



I've become aware of Barbara Pym the writer within the last 5 years. She is one among a small number of British women writers who have managed to pique my interest over the past couple of decades. (For example: Elizabeth Jane Howard, Elizabeth Taylor, Susan Howatch, Cynthia Harrod-Eagles, and Sarah Walters.) But it wasn't until I heard last year a radio interview with Paula Byrne about The Adventures of Miss Barbara Pym, the latest Barbara Pym biography, that I set myself to buy and read it. Frankly, Byrne's enthusiasm about Pym and her novels is what made me want to know more about Barbara Pym.

[Barbara]

KOMET wrote: "Today I finished reading "The Adventures of Miss Barbara Pym" (biography) by Paula Byrne.



I've become aware..."

I'd be interested to know what you think of the book when you're finished. 🙂

[F.]

The Princes of Ireland by Edward Rutherfurd

[Barbara]

Chasm City by Alastair Reynolds

This sci-fi novel follows two main characters via a narrative in which one man, Tanner Mirabel, has visions of another man, Sky Haussmann - a deceased 'villain' with a strong cult following.

Good book. 3.5 stars

My review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...

[Bill]

If I Go Missing by Brianna Jonnie 4 stars

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[Bill]

Life's Little Ironies by Thomas Hardy 4 stars

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[Barbara]

Under a White Sky: The Nature of the Future by Elizabeth Kolbert

Journalist Kolbert discusses the damage we humans have done to the planet and some proposed fixes. The Earth is in trouble folks! 😨

Important and readable book. 4.5 stars

My review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...

[Barbara]

Still Life by Val McDermid

Detective Chief Inspector Karen Pirie investigates two cold cases.

Good police procedural. 3.5 stars

My review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...

[Barbara]

Fatal Cajun Festival by Ellen Byron

Amateur sleuth Maggie Crozat investigates the murder of a country singer's manager.

Fun cozy. 3 stars

My review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...

[Colin]

Just finished:
The Lightkeeper's Wife

[Barbara]

Harry's Revenge by Andy Wiseman

'Reformed' mob thug Harry Windsor, who's now on the straight and narrow, sets out to avenge a murder.

Action packed thriller. 3.5 stars

My review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...

[Barbara]

My Absolute Darling by Gabriel Tallent

The book relates an intense tale of an adolescent girl finding her voice - and guts - in very difficult circumstances.

Controversial book with disturbing scenes. 3 stars

My review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...

[Barbara]

Citizen K-9 by David Rosenfelt

The K Team private detective agency investigates a cold case involving two missing persons.

Fun addition to the series. 3 stars

My review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...

[Barbara]

A Scandal in Scarlet by Vicki Delany

Bookstore manager/amateur sleuth Gemma Doyle investigates the death of a museum volunteer.

Fun cozy. 3 stars

My review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...

[Barbara]

A Question of Honor by Charles Todd

Bess Crawford' - who's an army nurse in 1900s India - looks for an escaped soldier suspected of several murders.

Good historical mystery. 3 stars

My review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...

[Bill]

The Sign of the Four by Arthur Conan Doyle (Sherlock Holmes #2) 4 stars

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[Barbara]

The Devotion of Suspect X by Keigo Higashino

Physicist Manabu Yukawa helps his detective friend investigate the death of an abusive ex-husband.

Clever psychological thriller. 4 stars

My review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...

[Barbara]

The Enemy Inside by Steve Martini

Attorney Paul Madriani takes the case of a journalist accused of murder.

More spy thriller than legal thriller. 3 stars

My review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...

[Barbara]

The Red Palace by June Hur

In 18th century Joseon dynasty Korea, a palace nurse helps investigate when four women are killed at the medical clinic.

Good historical mystery. 3.5 stars

My review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...

[Bill]

Barbara wrote: "The Devotion of Suspect X by Keigo Higashino

Physicist Manabu Yukawa helps his detective friend investigate the death o..."

I have this on my bookshelf. I'm looking forward to reading it.

[Barbara]

The Party Upstairs by Lee Conell

Ruby, who grew up as the super's daughter in a hoity toity New York building, struggles to become an artist.

Good story with a sense of humor. 3.5 stars

My review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...

[Barbara]

Someone We Know by Shari Lapena

A beautiful married woman who turned heads is murdered, amongst other drama in the neighborhood.

Good mystery. 3 stars

My review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...

[Barbara]

Every Waking Hour by Joanna Schaffhausen

Police Detective Ellery Hathaway - who survived a kidnapping when she was a teenager - searches for a missing girl.

Good police procedural. 3.5 stars

My review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...

[Barbara]

Undaunted: My Fight Against America’s Enemies, at Home and Abroad by John O. Brennan

Brennan writes about his life, career, and stint as CIA director .

Very good book. 4 stars

My review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...

[Barbara]

The Mutant Project: Inside the Global Race to Genetically Modify Humans by Eben Kirksey

In this book anthropologist Eben Kirksey updates us on cutting edge genetic manipulation that could change the human race.

Interesting and informative. 3.5 stars

My review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...

[Barbara]

Faithful by Alice Hoffman

A tragic car accident upends a young woman's life in this coming-of-age novel.

Good story. 3.5 stars

My review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...

[Barbara]

It's Not All Downhill from Here by Terry McMillan

An older black woman relies on the support of her lifelong friends when she experiences a tragedy in her life.

Author McMillan is good at depicting aging and loss. Lots of humor as well, which lightens the mood. 4 stars

My review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...

[Barbara]

When I Was You by Amber Garza

A woman with an empty nest over-involves herself in the life of a young new mom.

Twisty psychological thriller. 4 stars

My review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...

[Barbara]

Summerland by Elin Hilderbrand

A tragic accident on the night of high school graduation upends teenage lives.

Compelling portrait of teen angst. 3 stars

My review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...

[Barbara]

The Missing Piece by John Lescroart

Attorney Dismas Hardy gets involved when a released prisoner is murdered.

Good police procedural. 3.5 stars

My review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...

[Barbara]

The House of Silk by Anthony Horowitz

In this Sherlock Holmes pastiche, the death of an Irish mobster leads Holmes and Watson to a very scandalous case.

Good story. 3.5 stars

My review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...

[Barbara]

The Hiding Place by C.J. Tudor

In this twisty thriller, a man returns to his hometown to settle old scores .

Clever plot. 3 stars

My review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...

[Bill]

Head of a Traveler by Nicholas Blake neat little mystery, featuring Nigel Strangeways 4.0 stars

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[Barbara]

Traitor: A History of American Betrayal from Benedict Arnold to Donald Trump by David Rothkopf

Professor David Rothkopf makes the case that history will not look kindly on President Donald Trump.

Interesting book. 3.5 stars

My review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...

[Barbara]

Bending the Paw by Diane Kelly

Forth Worth police officer Megan Luz and her German shepherd K-9 partner Brigit help investigate a grisly crime.

Good police procedural. 3.5 stars

My review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...

[Barbara]

Be Frank With Me by Julia Claiborne Johnson

A writer trying to revive her career gets a 'nanny' for her (probably) autistic wunderkind son in this quirky novel.

Good story. 4 stars

My review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...

[Barbara]

Confessions on the 7:45 by Lisa Unger

Two women meet on a train and exchange confidences, one admitting her nanny and hubby got involved. Then the nanny disappears.

Good thriller. 4 stars

My review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...

[Bill]

Barbara wrote: "Confessions on the 7:45 by Lisa Unger

Two women meet on a train and exchange confidences, one admitting her nanny and hu..."

I have to try Lisa Unger, just not sure what book to start with.. Probably her first?

[Barbara]

Bill wrote: "Barbara wrote: "Confessions on the 7:45 by Lisa Unger

I have to try Lisa Unger, just not sure what book to start with.. Probably her first?
..."

That's probably best. 🙂

[Barbara]

Murder in the East End by Jennifer Ashley

In Victorian England, Kat Holloway - a cook/amateur sleuth - searches for several missing children.

Suspenseful mystery. 3.5 stars

My review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...

[Barbara]

Real Easy by Marie Rutkoski

Women who work in a strip club (which they do because they need the money) become the victims of a disturbed man.

The strip club is an interesting background for this thriller. 3.5 stars

My review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...

[Bill]

Both/And: A Life in Many Worlds by Huma Abedin 4.0 stars

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

[Barbara]

Bill wrote: "Both/And: A Life in Many Worlds by Huma Abedin 4.0 stars

https://www.goodreads.com/review/show..."

It's too bad Huma met Anthony Weiner. 😣

[Bill]

Barbara wrote: "Bill wrote: "Both/And: A Life in Many Worlds by Huma Abedin 4.0 stars

https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/4..."

Too naïve and innocent about relationships.