Translation of a best selling Norwegian novel. Good read, original story and likable characters and a wonderful twist at the end. However, I felt the Translation of a best selling Norwegian novel. Good read, original story and likable characters and a wonderful twist at the end. However, I felt the translation was a bit wooden or I would have given it 5 stars. Will read the rest of the series when it comes out....more
While I didn't think this was as good as his first book "The Expats", it still kept me interested and reading. A fascinating look at the publishing woWhile I didn't think this was as good as his first book "The Expats", it still kept me interested and reading. A fascinating look at the publishing world and with some great plot twists, I thought it was very well done and enjoyable....more
Interesting book, unusual paranormal setting and characters with a twist at the end. However, too many unanswered questions to give it more than a 3 sInteresting book, unusual paranormal setting and characters with a twist at the end. However, too many unanswered questions to give it more than a 3 star rating. Main character was also sort of a tease: yes, yes, yes, but no, no, no. ...more
I have kind of gotten away from reading every Stephen King book the minute they come out. I'm glad I did with this one. It was entertaining, engrossinI have kind of gotten away from reading every Stephen King book the minute they come out. I'm glad I did with this one. It was entertaining, engrossing with characters both flawed and courageous. A truly frightening group of bad people and a support cast that was likeable and funny. Great read....more
Next book in the series. Developed the relationship between the characters and continued a story arc lightly touched on in an earlier work. Quick, entNext book in the series. Developed the relationship between the characters and continued a story arc lightly touched on in an earlier work. Quick, entertaining read....more
A novel in reverse. Quick read, innovative concept with a wonder twist at the end which made me want to go back and read the whole book again to find A novel in reverse. Quick read, innovative concept with a wonder twist at the end which made me want to go back and read the whole book again to find all the clues. Fun!...more
What a wonderfully imagined world. A little confusing to get into because the world building was so extensive, but after about the first 50 pages thinWhat a wonderfully imagined world. A little confusing to get into because the world building was so extensive, but after about the first 50 pages things became a lot clearer. Well developed characters, an imaginative plot and a great debut novel for a young author. Can't wait for the next one....more
Got an ARC and thoroughly enjoyed this book. Would have given it 5 stars but was a little disappointed in the ending. I felt it didn't quite fit with Got an ARC and thoroughly enjoyed this book. Would have given it 5 stars but was a little disappointed in the ending. I felt it didn't quite fit with the darkness of the rest of the book....more
Billed as a 'thriller with heart', I enjoyed the characters and the mystery involved with this book. I'll read more by this author.Billed as a 'thriller with heart', I enjoyed the characters and the mystery involved with this book. I'll read more by this author....more
I didn't think the series could get any better but this was a great ending to the trilogy. Sorry to see it end.I didn't think the series could get any better but this was a great ending to the trilogy. Sorry to see it end....more
Another enjoyable read in the Harper Blaine Greywalker series. This title is set in downtown Seattle where the construction of a sea wall and major trAnother enjoyable read in the Harper Blaine Greywalker series. This title is set in downtown Seattle where the construction of a sea wall and major traffic tunnel (an actual project) are stirring up some unwanted guests. Fun read....more
Characters from a previous novel "Back of Beyond". It's two years after the events and the two girls go missing on the way to Montana to see Cody HoytCharacters from a previous novel "Back of Beyond". It's two years after the events and the two girls go missing on the way to Montana to see Cody Hoyt's son Justin. Not sure I liked the turn of events for the main characters. But a good read nonetheless....more
Book in a series I read years ago. I don't remember much of the series or characters but this book acted as a stand alone book. Good characters good pBook in a series I read years ago. I don't remember much of the series or characters but this book acted as a stand alone book. Good characters good plot line....more
19th Century England, musty mansions, secret societies, magic, spunky heroine plus Regency romance add up to a campy time travel fantasy with plenty o19th Century England, musty mansions, secret societies, magic, spunky heroine plus Regency romance add up to a campy time travel fantasy with plenty of twists and turns. I couldn't wish for more. There's gotta be a sequel!...more
Tempe is haunted by the young Jane Doe brought into the morgue and the case stalls as she is sent to Afghanistan to dig up the bones of a couple of ciTempe is haunted by the young Jane Doe brought into the morgue and the case stalls as she is sent to Afghanistan to dig up the bones of a couple of civilians. Good typical Kathy Reichs read. Some forensic science insights, some action, and furthers the character's personal life....more
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