Sunday, April 30, 2017

Week Seventeen - 35 To Go

Intentionally short. Typical James Patterson fare. Mitchum not unlike Alex. This Bookshot’s unique plot makes for a great read on that boring plane/bus/boat trip.

Sunday, April 23, 2017

Week Sixteen - 36 To Go

Jeffrey Deaver takes Lincoln and Amelia on the road to Naples, Italy. Some readers may be put off by the many levels within the Italian Police, but the influx of new characters adds spice to the novel's detailed forensics and intellectual sleuthing.

Sunday, April 16, 2017

Week Fifteen - 37 To Go

 If you own an iPhone, this is the book for you. Jack Hollingsworth’s simple, no-nonsense approach to digital photography will make your iPhone, not only your choice of camera but the one because of it’s close proximity that you will go to most often. Get the book and let the fun begin.

Sunday, April 2, 2017

Week Fourteen - 38 To Go

Moshin Hamid gives the reader a love story (Nadia & Saeed) within the aspect a reader would aspect from a thriller (doorways). The nightly news informs us that this story in playing out for young couples somewhere right this minute.

Sunday, March 26, 2017

Week Thirteen - 39 To Go

After a slow start, C.J. Box ties it altogether. All of the characters are here, leaving the possibility of tangential stories. Although it took awhile for Nate to appear, his presence as always added to the suspense.


Sunday, March 19, 2017

Week Twelve - 40 To Go

In Paul Mosier’s debut middle grade venture, he contrasts light moments with dark moments while providing moments that will bring a catch to your throat. Due to family circumstances, Rydr, the main character, becomes immersed in poetry as she makes her way by Amtrak to Chicago.

Sunday, March 12, 2017

Week Eleven - 41 To Go

If as a reader you crave suspense, this stand-alone novel by Bill Pronzini is for you. While the point of view changes from chapter to chapter, this multiple perspective provide the narrative with punch as well as red herrings.