The Ice Queen was a great crime thriller. I waited for this book to be released in paperback. After racing to the surprise ending, I ordered her earlier books in the series to read. I didn't feel I missed much reading this out of order in the series and she has been bumped up to my hardback list. Excellent read.
The Bitter Season by Tami Hoag
The Bitter Season was a great read in the Kovac/Liska series. Tami is on my favorite author list, see other books reviewed!
Nostalgia from: A City Set Upon a Hill: Memories of Boarding School; Seven years ... seven damn good years by Garfield "Garry" Whyte
I thoroughly enjoyed this small sentimental memoir that transports you into a sweet, wistful memory of his time spent and lessons well learned at an influential all boys boarding high school in Jamacia. I loved the quotes he used to set up each chapter.
Ashley Bell: A Novel by Dean Koontz
Oh my gosh, it's Dean Koontz at his best. I've loved his books since I picked up Watchers in 1987, no matter where he takes you, it's worth the ride. This book reminds me of vintage Koontz.
Well that wraps up 2015. I'll just close the last page on Ashley Bell! I'll post as I read in 2016.
A Little Life: A Novel by Hanya Yanagihara
Epic tome about 4 boys who become friends in college and stay friends as they travel through life. It's not an easy topic to read, but compelling none the less.
NOS4A2: A Novel by Joe Hill
I was late to the Joe Hill party. My husband read this book the minute it came out and kept insisting I read it. I finally picked it up off my to be read pile and couldn't put it down. Scary, funny, compelling and original. Must read, especially if you are fans of Stephen King and Dean Koontz!
Along the Infinite Sea by Beatriz Williams
The last in the Schuyler sisters saga, it will leave you spellbound as it weaves a compelling story connecting events from pre-war Europe to the 1960's in Miami. It was my favorite of the three, but I like all her books. Can be read first if you haven't read the first two!
The Lake House: A Novel by Kate Morton
Read all her books, you won't be sorry. Lake House is great addition to her collection. Great relationship, historical drama that eases you from the present to the past as it weaves its story into your heart.
A Song of Shadows: A Charlie Parker Thriller by John Connolly
A Charlie Parker novel, one of his best. But you really need to read them in order to maximize your enjoyment and understanding of his cast of continuing characters that are central to the story. Well worth the time and pleasure to do. Visit your local used book store and stock up, if you like your cop thriller with a twist of supernatural thrown in!
This Is Your Life, Harriet Chance! by Jonathan Evison
Written like the old TV show "This Is Your Life", fun, quick read.
Who Do You Love: A Novel by Jennifer Weiner
It's Jennifer Weiner at her best.
Broken Promise: A Thriller by Linwood Barclay
A Promise Falls novel that will be a good read only if you've read the other Promise Falls books. Not as good as other thriller authors, but worth a try if you love a good thriller/mystery.
The Glass Kitchen: A Novel of Sisters by Linda Francis Lee
Romance that surprised me, delightful read. I've loaned this book out to great reviews as well.
Perfect Touch by Elizabeth Lowell
If you are a fan of romantic suspense, Elizabeth Lowell is the author that will satisfy you. Great romance thread through the mystery.
In the Unlikely Event by Judy Blume
Well, it was a Judy Blume book, but far from my favorite.
Day Four: A Novel by Sarah Lotz
I'm a fan of Justin Cronin and Hugh Howey so I went into this expecting a fantasy that would be a compelling read. I was disappointed. Granted it was the follow up to her previous book but was billed as an excellent stand alone. It was not a good read for me.
Those Girls: A Novel by Chevy Stevens
Another author I pre-order her upcoming book with high anticipation. Her novels are compelling and riveting, you can't put down. Great relationship drama with a secret and mystery that must be resolved.
Ruin Falls: A Novel by Jenny Milchman
I read Ruin Falls and loved it so much I picked up all her previous books and devoured them. Tight psychological thrillers you race through to find out what happens next.
Pretty Baby by Mary Kubica
Pretty Baby is her second book and just as intense as The Good Girl. Excellent psychological thrillers.
Blueprints: A Novel by Barbara Delinsky
Her earlier books were so good, then I hit a time where I didn't enjoy her books as much. Blueprints definitely puts her back on the favorite list!
