Holly Gabney from "Mr. Mercedes, Finders Keepers, End of Watch, The Outsiders, and If it Bleeds" returns along with a wide cast of past friends and meHolly Gabney from "Mr. Mercedes, Finders Keepers, End of Watch, The Outsiders, and If it Bleeds" returns along with a wide cast of past friends and memories of old adversaries. Plus, new ones. Of course. Holly is now running the show for the Finders Keepers detective agency. Her new case is a thriller and a mystery. It's a missing persons case that also unfolds several cold cases.
Kings' new novel is a mystery, thriller that incorporates the horrific capabilities of evil. It runs contemporaneously with current affairs. And I know people have been writing diatribes of whining complaints of him integrating his "political agendas." How could you write a contemporary novel without mentioning the covid virus? Or the most vocal ridiculous buffoonery of Donald Trump. You really would have to be a complete idiot to think Trumps ridiculous childlike behavior didn't mold and shape the current political affairs in the United States today. Thus, any intelligent adult would have an opinion. The majority would have an expression of exasperation (if not downright retching disgust). But that is just fact. So to judge the novel on a couple throw away remarks made about Trump is obviously a "poor me" sour milk, jump to judgment, political knee-jerk reaction. ;-D
This was a very well written horror, mystery thriller. 5 stars....more
Three bumbling failed judges are locked up in a country club of a federal prison with nothing better to do than extort unsuspecting lonely old men on Three bumbling failed judges are locked up in a country club of a federal prison with nothing better to do than extort unsuspecting lonely old men on the outside. Until they net the wrong man. Who just so happens to have been hand picked by the CIA to be the next president of the USA.
I think this is my favorite John Grisham story. It is very well written with subtle hints of irony and dark humor. The character development is accurate and consistent and more importantly believable. And ultimately the story line surrounding the presidential platform for the CIA feeds on Americas fear of terrorism, which is rather foretelling with 9/11 still in the U.S. future.
I love an effortless read with depth. This is an interesting and at times hilarious story with very relatable characters and a delightful perspective I love an effortless read with depth. This is an interesting and at times hilarious story with very relatable characters and a delightful perspective on relationships. 5 stars! :-)...more
This is Literary fiction wrapped in a mystery. This is not a "genre" novel (though it is a murder mystery :-D ). It is by far her best work up to thisThis is Literary fiction wrapped in a mystery. This is not a "genre" novel (though it is a murder mystery :-D ). It is by far her best work up to this point. And the writing is amazing. I will miss every character in this book. :-)...more
This is an amazing story. It is very well written and reads very smoothly for a true diary account. It is a slightly different perspective from the NaThis is an amazing story. It is very well written and reads very smoothly for a true diary account. It is a slightly different perspective from the Nazi holocaust, but not any less poignant.
Note: I was given a complimentary hard copy by the publisher for an honest review....more
I've read that there is a myriad amount of literature on "concentration camps". That some are "less" poignant than others. I suppose that the writing I've read that there is a myriad amount of literature on "concentration camps". That some are "less" poignant than others. I suppose that the writing style and ability of any particular author will lead to the poignancy of a novel. Heather Morris, is able to concentrate her words in a fashion that leads to minimal overuse. But strength in poignancy. This novel is short (comparatively speaking), but packed with much vivid emotion and historical color. This narrative is based on a true-life experience, probably and reasonably a little embellished but historically accurate. A very well written novel. Exceeds the 5-star classification....more
Every time I read one of Tana French's books I say, 'this is her best novel ever!' and I want to go back to the last book I read of hers and take awayEvery time I read one of Tana French's books I say, 'this is her best novel ever!' and I want to go back to the last book I read of hers and take away a star (Because the one I just read was the BEST). Anyway, "The Secret Place" was by far her best in the Dublin Murder Squad series so far. The character development was perfect. And the intrigue never let up. Can you guess who did it? :-D ...more
"I hit the M1 and opened up wide, letting the Beamer do her thing. Richie glance at the speedometer, but I knew without looking that I was bang on th "I hit the M1 and opened up wide, letting the Beamer do her thing. Richie glance at the speedometer, but I knew without looking that I was bang on the limit, not a single mile over, and he kept his mouth shut. Probably he was thinking what a boring Bullock's I was. Plenty of people think the same thing. All of them are teenagers, mentally if not physically. Only teenagers think boring is bad. Adults, grown men and women who been around the block a few times, know that boring is a gift straight from God. Life has more than enough excitement up its sleeve, ready to hit you with as soon as you're not looking, without you adding to the drama."
When you read Tana French, you not only get a mystery but you get total lives. You get history, and you come to know (sometimes loving sometimes hating) every character. This the fourth Dublin Murder Squad mystery, is by far the best. You could read this one alone and would not know the difference. But the book before, "Faithfall Place" will give you a feel for the main character (but only superficially). So don't feel like you have to go in order. *5 stars* ...more
By far Ruth Ware's best book. It has all the elements for the perfect book. By far Ruth Ware's best book. It has all the elements for the perfect book. ...more
Very easy read, delightful character development, and not too wordy. A love story wrapped in a coming of age story with a smidgen of a thriller. I migVery easy read, delightful character development, and not too wordy. A love story wrapped in a coming of age story with a smidgen of a thriller. I might have the measurements a little mixed up, could be more of a thriller with a smidgen of a love story. ;-D ...more
Very good read, a little extraneous in the middle, but manageable. It makes perfect sense that Tana French would not bring back this character (CassieVery good read, a little extraneous in the middle, but manageable. It makes perfect sense that Tana French would not bring back this character (Cassie). Would give 4 1/2 stars....more
Excellent read, very smooth and never lets up. This would be a great book to read on the beach by the ocean! I of course do not condone any killing ofExcellent read, very smooth and never lets up. This would be a great book to read on the beach by the ocean! I of course do not condone any killing of animals, and respect the place the great white shark lies on the endangered species list. ...more
Definitely a classic , and the story behind Antoine de St-Exupery makes it even more interesting. Analyzing this story is apparently a hobby for many.Definitely a classic , and the story behind Antoine de St-Exupery makes it even more interesting. Analyzing this story is apparently a hobby for many. It should bring a tear to your eye. ;-)...more
Fantastic novel. It takes awhile to adjust to the old slang (the vernacular of that era), but once you do it is very delightful and witty. If you likeFantastic novel. It takes awhile to adjust to the old slang (the vernacular of that era), but once you do it is very delightful and witty. If you like detective mysteries, hard-boiled detective fiction or fiction Noir than you should enjoy this one....more
Fantastic! If you are one to shy away from the grit and troubling realities of a very "realistic" story, than this book may disturb you (some enjoy a Fantastic! If you are one to shy away from the grit and troubling realities of a very "realistic" story, than this book may disturb you (some enjoy a more pollyanna type novel, this one definitely is not that). Extremely well written. ...more
Another in your face, gritty, and extremely well written book by Dennis Lehane. He does such a great job with character development and keeping thingsAnother in your face, gritty, and extremely well written book by Dennis Lehane. He does such a great job with character development and keeping things smoothly developing from its origins. Very well done. ...more
Extremely well written. This author can do more for character development in one or two pages than others try in 30. There was not one moment of let dExtremely well written. This author can do more for character development in one or two pages than others try in 30. There was not one moment of let down or disbelief. This is a very good, gritty, tough and tragic mystery. Has to be on a top 10 (of all time) list somewhere. ;-) ...more
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