Wonderful Reads
This week I read three wonderful novels. Each novel was a good read, with great plots, awesome main characters, and rocking storylines. I have to admit, I dedicated a number of hours to reading as I was sucked into the novels. I have found such enjoyment in each of them! I am grateful for the novelists who spend their life blood putting words on a page to entertain and capture readers interest
Bonded in Death by JD Robb is a futuristic thriller, investigative novel with great romantic bones. Eve Dallas is a police lieutenant in the New York Police and Security Department. She lives in the future (2060ish) where there are all sorts of new tools and weapons. Eve Dallas is a GREAT character who has grown and changed while still maintaining her “badassery” character. She is married to Roarke (the hottest man on the planet), who acts as her civilian contractor when needed. She runs her department with lots of great characters, primarily with Peabody. They also have help from other members of the NYPSD like Feeney, McNab, and Dr Mira.
Better Than Friends by Jill Shalvis is the 7th book in the Sunrise Cove series. Jill Shavis writes small town romances. Her ability to make the characters so realistic, likable and fun always makes her writing enjoyable. I love how her novels are always full of interesting storylines.
Olive Porter comes home when her best friend needs her. Noah is home recuperating from an accident. Olive and Noah spark off each other. You can feel the tension between them while reading! The best part is that both of them manage to be clueless about so much to do with each other. Better Than Friends by Jill Shalvis is a fun, flirty good read.
Chain Reaction by James Byrne is the third book in the Dez Limerick series. Dez Limerick is a gatekeeper, opening and holding open gates. However, he sees himself as a normalish guy who is pretty good at helping people. He also makes me laugh with his various plans and brashness. The thrill of figuring out what will happen next along with knowing what the protagonists are thinking just makes this book reader all in. Dez is like no other main character I have read, I find myself in awe of all he does. Chain Reaction by James Byrne is a good read.
Elise has sent in a review of Trouble Island by Sharon Short. Elise shared with us,”the plot takes place in the middle of Lake Erie. Trouble Island serves as a stop-off for gangsters as they run between America and Canada.This story is a locked room mystery told in the first-person which adds to the tension of the story. It focuses on Aurelia and Rosita.” This week the interview is with Candace Irving and her K-9 series called Hidden Valor. Elise believes the books’ suspense is off the charts with a combination of mystery, thriller, and police procedural.
