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Jun 11, 2012 01:53PM
Starting to read Don't Tell. It's very good so far!
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Malina wrote: "@Rachel, I thought it started out slow, but liked how the story switched back and forth from courtroom to actual story. The ending was quite unexpected though."i agree about the ending-made this book very memorable.
Completed The Various Haunts of Men. There is a lot to be said for well-written crime books with a decent plot as well.
I read teh reviews on The Various Haunts of Men and I'm still not sure if I want to read it. It sounds right to my specific genre yet I like good endings and some said this one had a disappointing one. Thank you Carolien
Just finished PROPHECY by JF PennProphecy (ARKANE Book 2) an EXCELLENT book. If you like educated, interesting, intellectual thrillers, this is the book for you. I'm picking up Sanford's STOLEN PREY this morning.
Just started Game of Thrones by george R.R Martin did anyone read it ? and if so what did you think of it?
Marilyn wrote: "I read teh reviews on The Various Haunts of Men and I'm still not sure if I want to read it. It sounds right to my specific genre yet I like good endings and some said this one had a disappointing ..."I really enjoyed the book - if you like Peter Robinson or Elizabeth George, I think you'll appreciate it. In fact, her style is very similar to Kate Atkinson who is another author known for non-crime fiction before starting in this genre. I have read one of the books from later in the series and I think it is worth while exploring.
Anne wrote: "Just started Game of Thrones by george R.R Martin did anyone read it ? and if so what did you think of it?"This review has spawned a good discussion of Thrones.
http://www.goodreads.com/review/show/...
Thank you Carolien,I haven't read any of those author's yet... I was busy writing my memoir. I'm catching up though. I think I've heard of Elizabeth George. I am getting into Laura Lippman and like her style of writing. I think I will give Various Haunts of men a chance. Thank you and happy reading.
Theresa wrote: "Starting to read Don't Tell. It's very good so far!"I never read that book from her. i have read other books i really like her writing. hopeful i can find this book cheap
I'm reading Trial Junkies by Robert Gregory Brown. It's my first by him and I'm liking it so far.L.J.
Secrets to Die For
I'm about mid-way through A Carrion Death and yesterday I misplaced it. I was surprised by how upset I got. Not just because it belongs to the library but because I really wanted to know what happened next. I recommend it. It is grittier than that No. 1 Ladies Detective books, but Kubu--our hero--is traditionally built.
Just completed Steve Hamilton's 9th Alex McKnight mystery "Die a Stranger" thanks to a St Martins Press via Goodreads advance copy. Hamilton's Alex McKnight is an intersting character because as an ex-Detroit cop pursuing serenity in the Michigan UP wilderness, his view of the world is more grey than black and white. His loyalty to Vinny LeBlanc,one of his few friends in life, is called into question in this fast moving story and he uses all his detective skills and inherent integrity to save his friend. A very good mystery!
Picked up sugar houseThe Sugar House after putting it down for another mystery and it is getting good. Lippman is indeed a good writer
Just starting the newest Mark Billingham, The Demands. Well, the newest in the U.S. at least. It was published in the UK as Good As Dead. I guess here in the U.S. we just skipped right over #9 (From the Dead). Oh well, I'm just happy to be reading another Thorne novel.
I just finished The Coroner's Lunch, a mystery series set in Laos and loved it. I highly recommend. I'm about to start my first Patrick Dawlish mystery, Death on the Move.
I have finished Fifty Shades Freed - E.L. James. Now I am reading Quenched, A Paranormal Romance - Z.L. Arkadie.
Fiona (Titch) wrote: "I have finished Fifty Shades Freed - E.L. James. Now I am reading Quenched, A Paranormal Romance - Z.L. Arkadie."How did you like the 50 trilogy? I haven't read it yet!
Currently reading Deity by Stephen Dunne which is his 3rd crime thriller but is more of a stand alone novel. Underestimated author I think! Just finished 9 lives by moser which was a giveaway from goodreads. Okish horror but the author trying too hard to be Stephen King.
Just finished "Gunshot Road" by Adrian Hyland. A good read that also does a reasonable job of contrasting modern day Australian aboriginals and the "whitefella" world.Different.
Aiesha wrote: "How did you like the 50 trilogy? I haven't read it yet!"My wife advises her friends: make sure you have fresh batteries. Not sure what that means...
Seeley wrote: "Aiesha wrote: "How did you like the 50 trilogy? I haven't read it yet!"My wife advises her friends: make sure you have fresh batteries. Not sure what that means..."
I'm pretty sure I do!
AlohaI came here after a few weeks and was so happy to see the Hawaii writers here. I love mysteries so will check out your books and blogs. I also have a book and a blog with the same name. Please check it out
http://fromagoraphobiatozen.wordpress...
Seeley wrote: "Aiesha wrote: "How did you like the 50 trilogy? I haven't read it yet!"My wife advises her friends: make sure you have fresh batteries. Not sure what that means..."
LOL!!! that's funny......
I am almost done with the first book in the "Fifty Shades" trilogy. When I first read of these books I could've sworn it said it was of the young adult fare. Once I was a few pages into the book I realized that the description must've said the book involves young adults. (hiding face and repeatedly banging head on table) Saying that, I have to add that I found it to be poorly written, the characters' actions(want to slap the unbelievably naive' female protagonist repeatedly with a "stupid stick") to be beyond unbelievable and yet the subject matter is so unsettling that I'm having a difficult time not wanting to rush through and read the ending just to find out if everything will be resolved.
William wrote: "Transfer of PowerHello all. I am reading Transfer of Power by Vince Flynn. I like it thus far but am wondering...Vince Flynn's web site has it as being Mitch Rapp #3 and goodreads has it as bei..."
The reason they're listed as they are on Vince's site is that he wrote "Transfer of Power" first. However, the first two are basically prequels. So, I would follow Vince's list. (smile) I love this author and his books, even if they are what some might consider "he-man guy books". (laughing) Enjoy.
Just finished The Company of Fellows and can't recommend it. I set it down several times only to give it another go. Just finished and the ending is so implausible I'm sorry the final nail in the coffin had to be at the end. Here's my review:http://www.goodreads.com/review/show/...
Jeanie wrote: ""he-man guy books"That genre is found in aisle 7, the testosterone aisle at your local bookstore.
Hi, The last book I read was Elmore Leonard's Raylan, a fun-filled page-turner fuelled by colorful characters, fluid narrative,wry dialogue, and scenes as dark as they are entertaining. Raylan: A Novel
Just started
by Alison Gaylin. It's gotten really good reviews but i'm not sure what to make of it yet.
Julie wrote: "Love Raylan! Have you read the other stories featuring Raylan?"No, but I look forward to doing so. Which did you prefer, Riding the Rap or Pronto?
Actually I started with the short story Fire in the Hole. After that I guess I would try to read them by published date. ( in order)
Erin wrote: "Just started [bookcover:And She Was: A Novel of Suspense]by Alison Gaylin. It's gotten really good reviews but i'm not sure what to make of it yet."I ended up liking that one, Erin. I thought it was much better than the TV show that had the same premise. Hope you enjoy it.
Just finished Port Mortuary by Patricia Cornwell. I wish I could recommend it but I can't. All I can say is that I won't be wasting my hard earned cash on any more of Patricia Cornwell's books. I am now just getting started on Bad Boy by Peter Robinson.
Julie wrote: "Actually I started with the short story Fire in the Hole. After that I guess I would try to read them by published date. ( in order)"Aside from Raylan, what other Leonard novels rank high on your list?
Be cool, Jackie Brown. I don't really read Westerns, but any of the others I'm willing to try. I have Freaky Deaky and Cuba Libre in my TBR list.
I also can't read Cornwell. I thought it was me cause she is so popular. I just can't get through her writing style
Julie wrote: "Be cool, Jackie Brown. I don't really read Westerns, but any of the others I'm willing to try. I have Freaky Deaky and Cuba Libre in my TBR list."I enjoyed Be Cool, Haven't read Jackie Brown. If you haven't read Maximum Bob it's also a good bet for laughs as well as action.
That one sounds good. I haven't read one of his books I didn't like. BTW, Justified on FX is really good too, if you aren't already watching it.
Barbara wrote: "I'm reading Child 44 by Tom Rob Smith"Good luck with Child 44. Hope you enjoy. I read it last year and enjoyed a fair bit.
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