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49 reviews
Elizabeth George

Harper, 2008

Elizabeth George, Careless in Red
Another excellent novel by the best mystery, suspense, psychological writer of all time. Continues the Thomas Lynley series. Highly recommended.

Phantom Prey (Lucas Davenport Mysteries)

42 reviews
John Sandford

Putnam Adult, 2008

I love this guy
Some of John Sandford's recent books have been lacking the kick I expect from him, but this one is back up to his excellent standard. I'll read anything he writes and the Lucas Davenport books are my favorites.

Blood Noir (Anita Blake, Vampire Hunter, Book 16)

114 reviews
Laurell K. Hamilton

Berkley Hardcover, 2008

Good...and the haters are overreacting
For those of you that still read LKH because you LIKE the books, not just to bad mouth the author, you will like this addition. It is an inbetween book, a chance to learn a little background on Jason, what makes him tick, where he came from etc. The sex is good but not crazy/all the time and fits the storyline. Would have liked to explore the Marmie Noir influence a little more directly, but ...

The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People

783 reviews
Stephen R. Covey

Free Press, 2004

Give direction to you life
I have had this book on my reading list for a while. This books has been a valuable catalyst in my personal development. On one hand there is very little that is shocking. As the author freely admits, he does not consider the principles that these habits embody to be his, but universal. While I think most people will find an innate understanding of each of these habits, Stephen Covey is blessed ...

The Miracle at Speedy Motors: The New Novel in the No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency Series (No. 1 Ladies' ...

55 reviews
Alexander Mccall Smith

Pantheon, 2008

Prizes little-noticed
We're all familiar with the big miracles: the little child as sole survivor of an airplane crash or the earthquake victim pulled alive from rubble a week after the event. Precious Ramotswe, however, is sensitive to the other kind, the little miracles with long-term meaning for family affairs. Founder of The Number One Ladies Detective Agency of Gabarone, Botswana, Precious has been rather ...

Devil May Care (James Bond)

23 reviews
Sebastian Faulks

Doubleday, 2008

Bond, James Bond!
No spoilers! We just finished read Devil May Care, the new James Bond novel by Sebastian Faulks, writing as Ian Fleming. The novel was commissioned by the Fleming Estate for the 100th Birthday Anniversary of Sir Ian Fleming. It takes place back in the 60s Cold War, right after the Casino Royale/Quantum of Solace movies. It reads like Ian Fleming and is quite enjoyable, short of our inability ...

Have a New Kid by Friday: How to Change Your Childs Attitude, Behavior & Character in 5 Days

18 reviews
Dr. Kevin Leman

Revell, 2008

Excellent! Easy to read & follow...
I'm not done with the book yet but what I've applied so far has worked wonders! Easy to read & follow. Very practical & wise advise. I'm loving it and recommending it to friends.

Nothing to Lose (Jack Reacher Novels)

27 reviews
Lee Child

Delacorte Press, 2008

Lee Childs does it again
Reacher is back, and as good as ever. The plot isn't as intricate as the last one, but the story is still great. If you're a fan, you won't be disappointed!

Plague Ship (Oregon Files)

3 reviews
Clive Cussler

Putnam Adult, 2008

Cussler has done it again
Clive Cussler is one of those authors you wish would write faster than they do. His books are suspenseful and always full of action. Plague Ship is by far the best yet of the Oregon Files series. Once you get past the preliminary story it turns to an immediate page turner. GREAT BOOK ! ! ! If I had one wish beyond having this author write faster .. I would ask Hollywood to make more of his ...

Sundays at Tiffany's

64 reviews
James Patterson, Gabrielle Charbonnet

Little, Brown and Company, 2008

A-, Not for Typical James Patterson Fans
This book gets an A- because it was: A) Different story, not a recycled one B) Couldn't put it down C) Light, easy reading I think the poor ratings I've seen on this book is because a lot of James Patterson fans were expecting something similar to his past books. From what I read of the other bad reviews, everyone seemed disappointed that this book came from Patterson. Setting that ...

TailSpin (FBI Thriller, No. 12)
Catherine Coulter

Putnam Adult, 2008

From the #1 bestselling author, a stunning new novel of secrets, mayhem, and murder. FBI Special Agent Jackson Crowne is flying his Cessna over the Appalachians, with a very important passenger: renowned psychiatrist Dr. Timothy MacLean; their destination is Washington, D.C. Upon their arrival, the FBI will protect the doctor—and ascertain just who wants him dead. But they don’t make it. In San Francisco, married FBI Special Agents Dillon ...

Ender's Game

2482 reviews
Orson Scott Card

Starscape, 2002

Sci-fi at its greatest
This book was by far the greatest book I have ever read! I would encourage anyone that enjoys books to pick this up and read it. Even if you don't enjoy reading, I am sure this book will grasp you! You watch as Ender goes to battle school and fight for the I.F. against an enemy known as the "buggers". It sounds cliche, but then you realize this book was written in 1985 and realize all of the ...

The Last Patriot: A Thriller
Brad Thor

Atria, 2008

Brad Thor, master of suspense and New York Times bestselling author of The First Commandment , returns with his highest-voltage thriller to date. In a pulse-pounding, adrenaline-charged tour de force, Navy SEAL turned covert Homeland Security operative Scot Harvath must race to locate an ancient secret that has the power to stop militant Islam dead in its tracks. June 632 A.D.: Deep within the Uranah Valley of Mount Arafat in Mecca, the ...

Compulsion: An Alex Delaware Novel (Alex Delaware)

49 reviews
Jonathan Kellerman

Ballantine Books, 2008

Continuing
This is another in a succession of fine novels incorporating physiological conditions into a crafted set of events that eventually solve the crimes and aprehend the villan.

His Dark Materials Trilogy (The Golden Compass; The Subtle Knife; The Amber Spyglass)

1057 reviews
Philip Pullman

Laurel Leaf, 2003

One of the best trilogies I've read in a long time
After reading the end of Harry Potter, Lord of the Rings/The Hobbit a couple times, and all of the Chronicles of Narnia, I really needed a book that would let me escape from the only reading I had been doing which were scholarly articles on Political Science and the Environment for school. I heard about the Golden Compass due tot he movie, but had not yet seen it. So since I had a gift ...

The Broken Window: A Lincoln Rhyme Novel (Lincoln Rhyme)
Jeffery Deaver

Simon & Schuster, 2008

Bestselling master of suspense Jeffery Deaver is back with a brand-new Lincoln Rhyme thriller. Lincoln Rhyme and partner/paramour Amelia Sachs return to face a criminal whose ingenious staging of crimes is enabled by a terrifying access to information.... When Lincoln's estranged cousin Arthur Rhyme is arrested on murder charges, the case is perfect -- too perfect. Forensic evidence from Arthur's home is found all over the scene of the crime, ...

Small Favor (The Dresden Files, Book 10)

100 reviews
Jim Butcher

Roc Hardcover, 2008

Wow
Wow. With every book Jim Butcher releases, his writing just gets better and better. His characters are some of my favorite of all time, and he doesn't disappoint with "Small Favor." The Denarians are back. The Knights of the Cross are back. The Sidhe are back. The only thing missing are the Red Court Vamps. But I'm sure we haven't seen the last of them either. And Harry finally ...

Stone Cold

127 reviews
David Baldacci

Grand Central Publishing, 2007

A Rip-roaring Thriller
Fete of Death "Stone Cold" is a fast-paced conspiracy thriller starring the shadowy CIA hit man Oliver Stone, not to be confused with the eponymous conspiracy-minded movie director of "JFK." Men involved in Stone's unsavory and violent past are being picked off by a ruthless assassin. Stone, with good reason, begins to fear for his own life. It is obvious to him that someone out there, ...

Chasing Darkness: An Elvis Cole Novel (Elvis Cole Novels)
Robert Crais

Simon & Schuster, 2008

After the fabulous success of THE WATCHMAN, Crais comes roaring back with his Elvis Cole series. Elvis was a hero when he cleared an innocent man of a murder charge. But when that innocent man is found dead three years later holding photos of the victim, Elvis is the one on trial.

Shadow of Power: A Paul Madriani Novel (Paul Madriani Novels)

4 reviews
Steve Martini

William Morrow, 2008

Done it again
In Shadow Of Power Steve Martini has done it again. Paul Madriani has become a staple of mysteries. Intriquing, fast past and spellbinding. I highly recommend this book.For Personal Pickup

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