BOOK REVIEWS
Alone with the Stars (by David R. Gillham)
Unsolved mysteries are always intriguing for me. I can get caught up in wanting to know what really happened while settling on an outcome that seems reasonable and logical based on the facts available. The tragic disappearance of Amelia Earhart…
Cities of the Plain (by Cormac McCarthy)
Years ago, I was browsing in a used bookstore with my husband. He discovered this copy of Cormac McCarthy’s novel, Cities of the Plain. He quickly realized…
The Crossing (by Cormac McCarthy)
I am at a season in my life where I feel drawn to books written in the past. There’s something thought-provoking about stories either written decades ago or set in a historical time period. Cormac McCarthy is an exceptional storyteller.
Watchers (by Dean Koontz)
Dean Koontz is a favorite author. I now understand why his fans identify Watchers as a favorite novel. It has become one of my favorite Koontz novels too. This story pulled at my deepest, strongest heart string…dogs.
In Bloom (by Paul Tremblay)
There are advantages to reading short stories. For me, short stories are a challenge to enjoy. I’ve analyzed my struggle and concluded…
Blame (by Jeff Abbott)
Blame by Jeff Abbott is a uniquely plotted psychological thriller. It’s filled with suspense, a neighborhood full of people keeping secrets, and a lot of suspicion. The deeper I got into this book…
The Ruin (by Dervla McTiernan)
If you’re looking for an excellent mystery with suspense, betrayal, and corruption, I highly recommend The Ruin by Dervla McTiernan. It’s the first installment of the Cormac Reilly Mystery series.
Caffeine (by Michael Pollan)
When I started listening to this audiobook, Caffeine, by Michael Pollan, I was a bit worried I was going to be left feeling guilty about my caffeine consumption. Which, by the way…
Next Year in Havana (by Chanel Cleeton)
Next Year in Havana is a love story. It’s not just a romantic story of people falling in love, it’s a story about one’s love of country, culture, history, and family. Chanel Cleeton delivered a fascinating first book to The Cuba Saga series.
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