This is the second book of the Detroit I’m Dying Trilogy. This is a new author for me.
The author grabbed my attention immediately and held it throughoThis is the second book of the Detroit I’m Dying Trilogy. This is a new author for me.
The author grabbed my attention immediately and held it throughout the story. John Giordano is a teacher who is involved with his students. He is laid off from his teaching job along with many other teachers as the school district is struggling with budget cutbacks. One of his students is murdered so he follows up on the rest of this students and is dismayed with how many have dropped out of school and are using and pushing drugs. Charlie Watts is a private detective and Steve Monelli is a mafia narcotic importer. These three men become the key players in a sad tale.
The book is well written. The author has a crisp and modern writing style. There are many ongoing plots that eventually come together in an interesting manner. The story is sad about the decay of a failing city. The action is nonstop and the pace is fast. The ending does leave the reader feeling uplifted.
I read this on my kindle app for my iPad. The book is 250 pages and makes for a fast read.
Disclaimer: My thanks to the author from whom I received a copy of this book in exchange for an unbiased review.
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This is the second book of the Detroit I’m Dying Trilogy. This is a new author for me.
The author grabbed my attention immediately and held it throughout the story. John Giordano is a teacher who is involved with his students. He is laid off from his teaching job along with many other teachers as the school district is struggling with budget cutbacks. One of his students is murdered so he follows up on the rest of this students and is dismayed with how many have dropped out of school and are using and pushing drugs. Charlie Watts is a private detective and Steve Monelli is a mafia narcotic importer. These three men become the key players in a sad tale.
The book is well written. The author has a crisp and modern writing style. There are many ongoing plots that eventually come together in an interesting manner. The story is sad about the decay of a failing city. The action is nonstop and the pace is fast. The ending does leave the reader feeling uplifted.
I read this on my kindle app for my iPad. The book is 250 pages and makes for a fast read.
Disclaimer: My thanks to the author from whom I received a copy of this book in exchange for an unbiased review....more
I have read all the Maisie Dobbs Series. In the beginning it was about WWI, but now it is about the ending of WWII in Britian. Maisie was a nurse in WI have read all the Maisie Dobbs Series. In the beginning it was about WWI, but now it is about the ending of WWII in Britian. Maisie was a nurse in WWI but now she is a counselor and investigator. This story is about orphaned teenagers who were recruited and trained to sabotage and fight the invading Nazi Army. Now that there is peace, what is to happen to these children.
I read this as an audiobook downloaded from Audible. The book is ten hours and six minutes. One of my favorite narrators, Orlagh Cassidy, does a great job narrating the book. ...more
I have enjoyed reading Alexander McCall Smith books over the years. I was introduced to the Number One Ladies Detective Agency books by a friend in EnI have enjoyed reading Alexander McCall Smith books over the years. I was introduced to the Number One Ladies Detective Agency books by a friend in England. She sent me the first three volumes of the books. I was hooked from the first book. My friend died a few years ago, but every time I read an Alexander McCall Smith book, I think of her. I have noticed either people love Smith’s books or hate them. There seems to be no middle ground. I find the musings of the characters interesting. The manners and honesty of the characters seem to represent times past. I thoroughly enjoyed the story and can’t wait for the next book.
I read this as an audiobook downloaded from Audible. The book is ten hours and fifteen minutes. Lisette LeCat does an excellent job narrating the book. ...more
"Random in Death" is book fifty-eight in the Death Series. I often drop out of long running series because they become repetitive and stale. J. D. Rob"Random in Death" is book fifty-eight in the Death Series. I often drop out of long running series because they become repetitive and stale. J. D. Robb has managed to keep this series fresh and has not repeated a single book. It is amazing. She is an excellent writer who has the most interesting characters. Just as I begin to think what has happened to so and so they pop up in the next book. The pace is fast and action packed. The ending is absolutely spellbinding.
I read this as an audiobook downloaded from Audible. The book is thirteen hours and six minutes. Susan Erickson does a fabulous job narrating the series. ...more
This story turns from a school shooting into a hunt for a serial killer. It is definitely a story of the South with its underlying racism. But in my oThis story turns from a school shooting into a hunt for a serial killer. It is definitely a story of the South with its underlying racism. But in my opinion the story is primarily a story of a man’s struggle with his religious beliefs. The story moves right along and is definitely a thriller. The characters are interesting and believable. It appears that Cosby has mastered the art form of a thriller. This is the first time I have read a book written by Cosby. It certainly won’t be my last.
I read this as an audiobook downloaded from Audible. The book is thirteen hours and five minutes. Adam L. White does a good job narrating the book. ...more
I am still amazed that Robb has not repeated stories. This is book number 57 and how she does it I don’t know. I keep thinking after 57 books I shouldI am still amazed that Robb has not repeated stories. This is book number 57 and how she does it I don’t know. I keep thinking after 57 books I should move on, but the characters have become like friends and each has such individual uniqueness. They always are delightful. My only complaint about the story is I felt I was getting impatient as the hunt went on and on. But that could just have been the mood I was in.
I read this as an audiobook downloaded from Audible. The book is thirteen hours. Susan Ericksen has done an excellent job narrating this series. ...more
I have totally burned out on books about sociopathic serial killers. But I must say Grisham handled this differently than other books on the subject. I have totally burned out on books about sociopathic serial killers. But I must say Grisham handled this differently than other books on the subject. In this story we know who the killer is and he is a Judge. The book is about a woman who has investigated the Judge for twenty years and is trying to convince the protagonist, Lacy Stoltz, to bring him to justice. The real action of the book takes place near the end. The story is not as good as his earlier books, but Grisham is still a master storyteller.
I read this as an audiobook downloaded from Audible. The book is eleven hours and thirty-six minutes. Mary Louise Parker does a good job narrating the book. ...more
From 2013 to 2019 I read lots of books, non-fiction and fiction, about World War One to honor the 100th anniversary of the War. During that time, I diFrom 2013 to 2019 I read lots of books, non-fiction and fiction, about World War One to honor the 100th anniversary of the War. During that time, I discovered Jacqueline Winspear’s series of Maisie Dobbs. The series was set during WWI. This book is number sixteen and much has evolved. It is now the beginning of World War Two.
I have enjoyed watching the progress of Maisie over the years. In this book Winspear provides excellent descriptions of the bombings of London and the effects on the people. Maisie is working part time for the government and continuing her work at her detective agency. Winspear is a master storyteller. I highly recommend this series.
I read this as an audiobook downloaded from Audible. The book is ten hours and twenty-seven minutes. Orlagh Cassidy does an excellent job narrating the series. Cassidy is an actress and audiobook narrator. She is one of my favorite narrators. ...more
This is book number five of the Death series. I’m always amazed at Robb’s ability to come up with different ideas for her stories. This book is not ouThis is book number five of the Death series. I’m always amazed at Robb’s ability to come up with different ideas for her stories. This book is not outstanding but average. In this book a murder of a young women artist has Dallas and crew investigating a cult; and for the first time calls in the FBI.
The book is well written and fast moving. I am always fascinated by Robb’s unusual group of characters. Looking forward to book number 53.
I read this as an audiobook downloaded from Audible. The book is thirteen hours and forty-two minutes. Susan Ericksen does her usual great job narrating the book. Ericksen has narrated all of the series and is an award-winning audiobook narrator and actress. ...more
This is book 51 of the Death series and I think Robb is getting bored.
The book is well written. It is fast paced and the plot is interesting. What I mThis is book 51 of the Death series and I think Robb is getting bored.
The book is well written. It is fast paced and the plot is interesting. What I miss are all the fascinating characters. I know she does not put all of the characters in every story but she usually rotates them. In the last few books, the majority of the interesting characters have been missing. To me, it is these unusual and exciting characters that make the book. I do realize this story is primarily about Roarke’s childhood. The book is a good –get- away-from- it- all. Susan Ericksen’s narration really makes the story move.
I read this as an audiobook downloaded from Audible. The book is ten hours and 30 minutes. Susan Ericksen does an excellent job narrating the story. Ericksen is an actress and award-winning audiobook narrator. ...more
This is book three of the Bruno Johnson Series. Bruno and Maria have returned to the Los Angeles Area to help his brother and nephew. Bruno is still aThis is book three of the Bruno Johnson Series. Bruno and Maria have returned to the Los Angeles Area to help his brother and nephew. Bruno is still a wanted man and has been living in Costa Rico so the entry back to the U.S. is dangerous for him.
The book is well written and is fast paced. There is a lot of action and suspense. We learn a bit more about Bruno’s family and his childhood. The book was hard to put down. I am looking forward to reading book four in the series.
I read this as an audiobook downloaded from Audible. Daniel F. Purcell does a good job narrating the story. Purcell is an actor and voiceover artist as well as an audiobook narrator. ...more
The book is not a legal thriller, but a murder mystery set on Camino Island. The island is hit by a hurricane and a murder is committed during the stoThe book is not a legal thriller, but a murder mystery set on Camino Island. The island is hit by a hurricane and a murder is committed during the storm. This is Grisham’s second book located on Camino Island. Bruce Cade is the owner of Bay Books: a local bookstore and hang out of many of the island’s mystery writers. The book is well written and fast paced. I noticed one inaccuracy, Medicare does not cover long term care it is covered out of pocket by patient or by Medicaid. The book makes a great easy summer read.
I read this as an audiobook downloaded from Audible. The book is eight hours and forty-two minutes. Michael Beck does a good job narrating the book. Beck is an actor and has narrated many of Grisham’s books. ...more
This is my first experience with reading a Brett Battles’ book. I chose the book because Scott Brick, one of my favorite narrators, was the narrator. This is my first experience with reading a Brett Battles’ book. I chose the book because Scott Brick, one of my favorite narrators, was the narrator. I am glad I did. I will now read more of this series and Battles’ books.
The book is well written and is a fast-paced suspenseful story. I could hardly put the book down. The story is about a rookie police officer, Jake Oliver, and how he became Jonathan Quinn, “cleaner” for a government agency. I recommend this book. I look forward to reading more of the series.
I read this as an audiobook downloaded from Audible. The book is six hours and twenty-one minutes. Scott Brick does an excellent job narrating the book. Brick is a long-time audiobook narrator and has won every possible award the industry presents. ...more
It doesn’t seem all that long ago that I read book one of the series. I remember thinking to myself I will give this new series a try but probably wilIt doesn’t seem all that long ago that I read book one of the series. I remember thinking to myself I will give this new series a try but probably will just stay with the Joanna Brady series. Here it is book fifteen and I am still reading. J. A. Jance is a master storyteller.
The book is well written and fast paced. The suspense builds throughout the story. I really enjoyed her unusual characters. I noted in this story the newly added AI is helping out. The topic of this episode is the Catholic Church and its problem with pedophilia. I could hardly put this book down. Makes a great summer read.
I read this as an audiobook downloaded from Audible. The book is eleven hours and six minutes. Karen Ziemba does a good job narrating the book. Ziemba has narrated the entire series. I think it is important to keep the same narrator through-out a series.
I decided to read this book because it takes place in Santa Cruz, CA where I live. I always attempt to read local authors. It is amazing how many writI decided to read this book because it takes place in Santa Cruz, CA where I live. I always attempt to read local authors. It is amazing how many writers and poets live in this area. I use to think that authors and artist primarily lived in the Monterey-Carmel area, but that is no longer true. It is amazing how many writers live in the area from beginners to very famous authors and poets. There is about a dozen or so that primarily write mystery stories. Many of the set in the story locally as does this book.
The book is well written and mainly stays focused on the crime. I enjoyed the descriptions of the local area. The protagonist is a local native Italian girl who obtained a law degree but went back to work in the family’s local Italian restaurant after her mother’s death. Her aunt is murdered and she inherits her aunt’s restaurant and sets off to solve the murder of her aunt. The story is an easy read.
I read this as an audiobook downloaded from Audible. The book is seven hours and fifty-four minutes. Adrienne Cornette does a good job narrating the book. Cornette is an audiobook narrator. While working on her Ph.D. she began narrating textbooks then went on to narrate for the Foundation for the Blind.
I have read a number of the V. I. Warshawski series over the years. This is book number 20 of the series.
The book is well written. Paretsky has a numbI have read a number of the V. I. Warshawski series over the years. This is book number 20 of the series.
The book is well written. Paretsky has a number of ongoing issues in the story such as corrupt politicians, mental illness and, of course, a murder mystery. Paretsky provides a trip around Chicago from the lakeside to the south side as well as a trip to Kansas. The book has an array of interesting characters as well as her dogs. Paretsky provides some humor as well as suspense to keep the reader’s attention. If you are looking for a good get-away-from-it -all, this is a book for you.
I read this as an audiobook downloaded from Audible. The book is fifteen hours and thirty-two minutes. Susan Ericksen does an excellent job narrating the book. Ericksen is a well-known audiobook narrator who has won many awards. ...more
This is my first experience with reading a book by Al Macy. I enjoyed reading the story and it kept my attention throughout.
The book is well written aThis is my first experience with reading a book by Al Macy. I enjoyed reading the story and it kept my attention throughout.
The book is well written and is realistic. The characters are interesting. I chose the book because the story takes place in Northern California’s Humboldt County. The protagonist is Garrett Goodlove, a criminal attorney. In this story he is defending an elderly lady, or, as the author puts it, a “jolly babushka” named Asksana Ivanova. If you enjoy legal thrillers, give this book a try. You will not be disappointed.
I read this as an audiobook downloaded from Audible. The book is five hours and fifty-seven minutes. Nick Sullivan does a great job narrating the book. Sullivan is an actor and audiobook narrator. He is great with the ethnic characters. ...more
Rosenfelt has launched a new series. This time Andy Carpenter’s wife, Laurie Collins, is the protagonist along with retired cop, Corey Douglas, and hiRosenfelt has launched a new series. This time Andy Carpenter’s wife, Laurie Collins, is the protagonist along with retired cop, Corey Douglas, and his canine partner, Simon Garfunkel. They opened a detective agency called The K Team. There first client is Judge Henry Henderson.
The book is well written. I have read one of the Andy Carpenter’s books so I had an idea what this book would be like. It has the humor of the other series but is different as it is a detective story rather than a legal story. The characters are interesting. I wish there was more about Simon Garfunkel, but maybe Rosenfelt is building his characters. I am looking forward to the next book of the series.
I read this as an audiobook downloaded from Audible. The book is six hours and twelve minutes. Fred Berman does a good job narrating the book. Berman is an actor and voice-over artist. He has won multiple Earphone awards for his narration of audiobooks. ...more
I did note that this is Robb’s fiftieth book in the Death Series and the title is “Golden in Death”. Robb continues to amaze me by not repeating crimeI did note that this is Robb’s fiftieth book in the Death Series and the title is “Golden in Death”. Robb continues to amaze me by not repeating crimes. Each book is different. This time, she outdoes herself with a creative murder.
The book is well written and continues the futuristic police procedural. I enjoyed Lt. Eve Dallas and Detective Delia Peabody’s adventure while solving the crime. There is humor, action and interesting characters in the story. I wonder when one of them is going to get a promotion in rank. This is a great get-away-from-it-all book.
I read this as an audiobook downloaded from Audible. The book is thirteen hours and fifty minutes. Susan Ericksen does an excellent job narrating the book. Ericksen has been the only narrator of the series. She is a multi-award-winning audiobook narrator. ...more
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