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[Val]

Barbara wrote: "I'm reading The Round House by Louise Erdrich; very good so far."
loved it!

[Val]

Renee wrote: "Charles wrote: "Renee wrote: "First, REBECCA re-boot continued... this was the best article I found on it: http://www.blouinartinfo.com/news/sto......"



Diana Rigg -- wow, I so loved her as Mrs. Peel!

[Bill]

I'm currently reading The Old Contemptibles by Martha Grimes and Feast of Murder by Jane Haddam.

[Rachel]

reading Death on the Nile

[Barbara]

Rachel wrote: "reading Death on the Nile"

That's a good Agatha Christie.

[Mark]

Nikki wrote: "Hi, im new to crime novels and have just finished I thoroughly enjoyed this and wondered if anyone can recommend some other books for me? (Ive previously been a c..."

Try the Stephanie Plum series by Janet Evanovich, starting here...

[Mark]

Brenda wrote: "Great reviews Mark!..."

Many thanks, Brenda :-)

[Brenda]

Mark wrote: "Brenda wrote: "Great reviews Mark!..."

Many thanks, Brenda :-)"

I also downloaded The Wrecking Crew the other day:)

[Mark]

Brenda wrote: "Mark wrote: "Brenda wrote: "Great reviews Mark!..."

Many thanks, Brenda :-)"

I also downloaded The Wrecking Crew the other day:)"

Oh cool, that's great to hear!

[Jeffrey]

Your House Is on Fire, Your Children All Gone, by Stefan Kiesbye. It's a subtle, creepy novel that evokes Shirley Jackson, Stephen King, and the Brothers Grimm.

[Linda]

I'm 48% through by Stephen King

[Dorie]

I'm in the middle of the newest Flavia de Luce mystery, by Alan Bradley. I'm really enjoying this one so far.

[Renee]

Jeffrey wrote: "Your House Is on Fire, Your Children All Gone, by Stefan Kiesbye. It's a subtle, creepy novel that evokes Shirley Jackson, Stephen King, and the Brothers Grimm."

i think that's a winner on title alone. Does anyone remember where (and which tsunami) it was that on an island in the late 90s-very early 2000s they had to put up a notice on the school door: "School is closed today. All the children are dead." That image haunts me.

[Barbara]

I finished Bad Blood by Dana Stabenow, a Kate Shugak mystery. Previous books in the series have been better, but the book was okay. It has one of those cliff hanger endings that people tend not to like. 3 stars.

[Curlyhair]

Busy reading The Brass Verdict by Michael Connelly. Great read.

[Frances]

Curlyhair wrote: "Busy reading The Brass Verdict by Michael Connelly. Great read."

I'll second that one.

[Ashley]

I've been reading a lot of romances lately. I just can't seem to get into anything heavier right now for some reason. :(

[Diane S ☔]

Reading and it has started off very good.

[Tay]

Curlyhair wrote: "Busy reading The Brass Verdict by Michael Connelly. Great read."

I'll third that. That is my favorite Mickey Haller novel.

[Linda]

I'm 75% through

[Georgia]

Dorie wrote: "I'm in the middle of the newest Flavia de Luce mystery, by Alan Bradley. I'm really enjoying this one so far."

I have read two of the Flavia de Luce mysteries and
just love them. Why? Because it is about a young
girl's curiosity and how she solves and figures things
out. The background story of her life is also interesting especially where she lives, how she relates to others, her sister, father, etc. and her interests, science, etc.

[Georgia]

Now, I have just begun to read a new author that was suggested on one of my many lists of author's and their books that I have not read. Those that have achieved a
certain amount of fame but I have not read. Such a book is I believe this
is Erin Hart's first book. It takes place in Ireland, a
land that I have always yearned to visit, so now I am definately getting the feel of the terrain, the people
and an insight into how they think. I am only on page 65 but already I have learned alot about Ireland. The mystery line is very good and the protaganists are memorable. I probably will want
to read more of her books when I finish at the cost
of others that I have piled up!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[Ken]

Just finished by Lawrence Block. This is only the second Block book I've read. The first was Small Town and I was very impressed though I think it ran a bit on the lurid side.

Hit Parade and Keller, not so much. The book seemed disjointed and rambling. I think it was an attempt to connect a series of short stories together using witty rapport between Keller and Dot. It felt like author and editor worked out the various storylines on bar napkins while soaking up Long Island Iced Teas. Yes, there were witty and clever parts but the book had the feel of being written for the purpose of being witty and clever.

I have a Matthew Scudder on the nightstand and I'll give that a go. The Scudder series is at a disadvantage with me because I already have a drunken Jeff Bridges in mind as Scudder.

[David]

Am currently working through a pile of PI novels as I'm between Mike Angel Mysteries. I've got Mike to the altar with Molly so I'm not sure if that kills the series. This week I'm reading "Fade to Clear" by Leonard Chang, which seems like as much a romance and self-flagellation by the PI as it does a mystery. I prefer my PI tales to be hardboiled in the mold of Chandler, Hammett and Spillane. Many of the top rated Mysteries of say 5 or 10 years ago are available at only a penny each, plus shipping. So I've got 5 more to get through. If I don't care for a book I don't finish it. I also won't read female PI novels or those with too much supernaturalism. Give me those gritty streets where a courageous man must fight corruption and make some difference for the oppressed.

[Jan C]

David wrote: "Am currently working through a pile of PI novels as I'm between Mike Angel Mysteries. I've got Mike to the altar with Molly so I'm not sure if that kills the series. This week I'm reading "Fade to ..."

"Gritty street ... fighting corruption"? That sounds like early V. I. Warshawski by Sara Paretsky fighting corruption on the streets of Chicago. But, wait, that can't be, can it? After all, she's a female PI.

[Barbara]

I'm reading Hot Stuff by Don Bruns

[Michael]

Finished 4 stars

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Maximum ride best ever read it *.*

[Sarah]

Just finished by Tess Gerritsen 5 stars.

[Herb]

Curlyhair wrote: "Busy reading The Brass Verdict by Michael Connelly. Great read."

I'm currently reading The Last Coyote by Michael Connelly. I'm working through his Harry Bosch series in order. I'm enjoying them tremendously.

[Ken]

Herb wrote: "Curlyhair wrote: "Busy reading The Brass Verdict by Michael Connelly. Great read."

I'm currently reading The Last Coyote by Michael Connelly. I'm working through his Harry Bosch series in order. ..."


Both of you be sure to let us know how you liked Nine Dragons. I think Harry has run out of gas IMHO.

[Bryan]

Working through American Assassin by Vince Flynn. Only 10 chapters in, but enjoying it a lot.

Ken - I agree. The early Bosch novels are great. The later ones... not so much. I read Nine Dragons last month and it was average at best.

[Kelly]

Just completed Kill You Twice - actually read the series over the past couple of weeks. Really enjoyed it - the 5th book rebounded - looking forward to Let Me Go in August. Looking for recs on he next read - still waiting for Six Years (on hold at the library but could be awhile may have to break down and download to the kindle).

[Herb]

Bryan wrote: "Working through American Assassin by Vince Flynn. Only 10 chapters in, but enjoying it a lot.

Ken - I agree. The early Bosch novels are great. The later ones... not so much. I read Nine Dragons la..."

Bryan, is there one in particular where you think the quality started its downfall? I am on The Last Coyote (#4) and you and Ken said Nine Dragons (#15 in the series) isn't so hot. I'm just wondering how many good ones I have left to read before they start to lose their goodness.

[Bryan]

Herb wrote: "Bryan wrote: "Working through American Assassin by Vince Flynn. Only 10 chapters in, but enjoying it a lot.

Ken - I agree. The early Bosch novels are great. The later ones... not so much. I read N..."

Hmm... For me, Connelly's first seven books or so were great. I'm counting the first five Bosch books plus The Poet and Blood Work. Since I've gotten past those seven I've yet to feel like any of his books have matched those. When I read Nine Dragons, for example, I said "eh. Decent book, but its no Concrete Blonde or Last Coyote."

[Jennifer]

Ken wrote: "Just finished by Lawrence Block. This is only the second Block book I've read. The first was Small Town and I was very impressed though I think it ran a bit on the l..."

Scudder is by far his best, in my opinion. One of my three favorite series of that ilk.

[Ken]

Bryan wrote: "Ken - I agree. The early Bosch novels are great. The later ones... not so m..."

I kind of lost faith In Michael C after reading his non-fiction 'Crime Beat' which was a total lazy man rip. I think Angel's Flight might have been a step downhill. When he started incorporating his Lincoln Lawyer and the Times reporter as equal characters I started losing interest. Could be because I just hate lawyer books (especially ones written by lawyers). I think the crime reporter showed up in Echo Park and that was good with the reporter in kind of a cameo.

[Jojo]

finished

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Sarah wrote: "Just finished by Tess Gerritsen 5 stars."

I loved it, too.

[Jan C]

Ken wrote: "Bryan wrote: "Ken - I agree. The early Bosch novels are great. The later ones... not so m..."

I kind of lost faith In Michael C after reading his non-fiction 'Crime Beat' which was a total lazy ma..."

Wasn't the reporter in The Poet? That was my first Connelly book.

[Liana]

Just finished reading The Soho Anarchist, by Tony Evans. Which is a Victorian crime series. At the moment it is free on Amazon: http://amzn.to/WFKFkq
I really enjoyed it and recommend it for download.
Here is the blurb:
The Victorian detective Hester Lynton and her sharp-minded assistant Ivy Jessop are back for another series of dazzling adventures.

In London a mysterious package with a deadly secret has landed on Hester's desk.

In the suburbs, a woman is plagued by a series of pranks which hint at the supernatural.

And in Islington, a medium claims to have the power to access the thoughts of her client's dead relatives, as well as the money in their pockets.

Can Hester find the elusive Soho Anarchist before another bomb is blown? Will she unearth the secret of Greystones Villa and identify its tormentor? And will she unveil the true identity of Madame Valland and the secrets of her supernatural powers?

Join Hester and Ivy as they travel throughout the country chasing adventure and solving mysteries.

This casebook promises twists and turns with a pair of lady sleuths with sharp wits and Holmesian intelligence.

'The Soho Anarchist' is the second in a dazzling new series of Victorian mystery stories that is perfect for fans of the Sherlock Holmes, Hercule Poirot, and the Raffles series.

“A slick and sassy detective series. The female Holmes and Watson take on the criminal underworld of London.” - Richard Foreman, best-selling author of of the Raffles series.

Tony Evans is a full-time writer. His other publications include adaptations of classic novels [for the “Real Reads” series] and co-authorship of a book on steam locomotives. He lives with his wife in the Yorkshire Dales.

[Shirley]

http://www.amazon.com/Anarchist-Heste...

for US

[Dorie]

Georgia wrote: "I have read two of I have read two of the Flavia de Luce mysteries and just love them. Why? Because it is about a young girl's curiosity and how she solves and figures things out. The background story of her life is also interesting especially where she lives, how she relates to others, her sister, father, etc. and her interests, science, etc...."

I agree completely. Flavia is a very unique and interesting character. For what it's worth, the latest book is my very favorite to date. I think it brought out more depth to Flavia's character than I personally experienced in the other books. That may just be what I read into it, however. I did enjoy it immensely, though.

[Ken]

Jan C wrote: "Wasn't the reporter in The Poet? That was my first Connelly book. "

Might of been. I have a stack of MC and they start to blur.

[Susanna - Censored by GoodReads]

I also thought the most recent Flavia was one of the strongest in the series (I think the first one is also very strong). An excellent read.

[Lance]

Just finished The Dawn Patrol by Don Winslow. Another exercise in authorial style and attitude from the creator of Savages, this one somewhat more tethered to reality and more accessible. Southern California noir mixed with surfer culture; four stars.

If you're interested, check the review at http://www.goodreads.com/review/show/....

[Iris]

Sarah wrote: "Just finished by Tess Gerritsen 5 stars."

If you enjoyed that one, read The Bone Garden and Harvest. All her books are 5 star page turners.

[Barbara]

I finished The Round House by Louise Erdrich. Good story with intriguing characters. Erdrich also provides a peek at Native American culture that's fascinating. 4 stars.

[Katherine]

Iris wrote: "Sarah wrote: "Just finished by Tess Gerritsen 5 stars."

If you enjoyed that one, read The Bone Garden and Harvest. All her books are 5 star page turners."

Until you get to parts 8/9 etc of Rizzoli and the other

[Yuliya]

Just finished on of Alex Cross books by Patterson, James. I read so many books from this series recently that feel like Alex Cross is my cousin, even I'm Caucasian. I'm also watched a movie Alex Cross, and can't match it to any specific books from series. Is it free flow version of all books or it's base on specific book? Somebody can answer?