I've done a lot of reading these last few weeks, some for pleasure, some for work. I've managed to write a few more pages on THE BOOK, too. I'm at 273 pages and 88,434 words.
Honestly, I don't know how prolific writers do it! But read the latest The Real Book Spy blog and interview with John Sandford, to find out.
https://therealbookspy.com/2019/04/15/neon-prey-five-questions-with-john-sandford/
Monday, April 15, 2019
Wednesday, March 13, 2019
Review: The Border
It's almost impossible to do a review of a nearly perfect book. Or the third book of a trilogy without spoilers!
The Border by Don Winslow
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
If I could give this book more than five stars, I would. It is truly epic. I have no doubt that it will be my #1 book at the end of 2019.
The Border concludes the trilogy that began with the Power of the Dog, and The Cartel, while reading the trilogy is helpful, it is not absolutely necessary, as much of the previous history of the characters and the drug trade is deftly included. At the end, it is a fitting wrap-up of the narrative.
This book is intense, as in I couldn't read it at night as the characters stayed with me. There were times I wanted to cry, and at the end, I did cry. Winslow's writing is clean and clear, even when dealing with multiple characters, a timeline that moves back and forth, and enough action to keep you turning pages.
The only warning I can give is that The Border is not for the faint of heart, or language sensitive. It is violent, profane, and uncomfortable, at times. But it is also magnificent.
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The Border by Don WinslowMy rating: 5 of 5 stars
If I could give this book more than five stars, I would. It is truly epic. I have no doubt that it will be my #1 book at the end of 2019.
The Border concludes the trilogy that began with the Power of the Dog, and The Cartel, while reading the trilogy is helpful, it is not absolutely necessary, as much of the previous history of the characters and the drug trade is deftly included. At the end, it is a fitting wrap-up of the narrative.
This book is intense, as in I couldn't read it at night as the characters stayed with me. There were times I wanted to cry, and at the end, I did cry. Winslow's writing is clean and clear, even when dealing with multiple characters, a timeline that moves back and forth, and enough action to keep you turning pages.
The only warning I can give is that The Border is not for the faint of heart, or language sensitive. It is violent, profane, and uncomfortable, at times. But it is also magnificent.
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Tuesday, February 26, 2019
Update and Words of Wisdom
Well, February has been a month, I tell you. I've been ill for most of it with a virus that decided it liked me and overstayed its welcome. Not much writing was done. Then we had a horrible windstorm that took out my cable and internet. You never realize how helpful Google is until it's not available for research. Finally, February, despite being the shortest month seems like the longest! Between brutal weather, illness, and general exhaustion from 40 hour work weeks, I wish the month would just go away.
So, lovely followers, I'm sorry for being away for so long. Have a quote to encourage you.
“We’re all there trying to make the story, novel, or chapter as good as it can be. It’s a constant struggle to get it down, get it clear, and understand that your intentions are the same, whether you’re an undergraduate writing a short story or a writer with seven published novels. The continually reassuring thing is that we’re all novices when we start a new work.”
- Alice McDermott
P.S. I might have an update on my progress later this week.
So, lovely followers, I'm sorry for being away for so long. Have a quote to encourage you.
“We’re all there trying to make the story, novel, or chapter as good as it can be. It’s a constant struggle to get it down, get it clear, and understand that your intentions are the same, whether you’re an undergraduate writing a short story or a writer with seven published novels. The continually reassuring thing is that we’re all novices when we start a new work.”
- Alice McDermott
P.S. I might have an update on my progress later this week.
Friday, February 1, 2019
Recommendation
Hi,
I am posting an interview from The Big Thrill of author John A.Vanek. His first book Deros (Date of expected return from overseas), begins the series featuring Jake Austin. a priest who was a medic in the army, then a physician, then a priest. He's a fascinating, complex character and I'm looking forward to reading Miracles.
I am posting an interview from The Big Thrill of author John A.Vanek. His first book Deros (Date of expected return from overseas), begins the series featuring Jake Austin. a priest who was a medic in the army, then a physician, then a priest. He's a fascinating, complex character and I'm looking forward to reading Miracles.
I had the pleasure of hosting John at the library. Miracles by John A. Vanek https://t.co/UJcIioLiDv via @anteksiler— DresdenRose🌹📚 (@DresdenRose) February 1, 2019
Thursday, January 31, 2019
Saturday, January 26, 2019
Review: Tear It Down by Nick Petrie
Tear It Down by Nick PetrieMy rating: 5 of 5 stars
I've been a huge fan of Nick Petrie's Peter Ash series since I read The Drifter. Each succeeding book has seen the former soldier meet challenges not only from a variety of villains, but from his own inner struggles with severe claustrophobia and the "white noise" of his PTSD. Each book has also seen him defeat evil, but also win ground back from his own difficulties.
Tear It Down finds Peter in a stable, if unusual relationship with June - a tough as nails reporter who recognizes that Peter needs to keep busy, physically and mentally, to hold on to his hard won gains emotionally. When she thinks Peter is getting too restless, she asks him to go to Memphis to help a photo-journalist friend, Wanda, with the "fixer upper" she purchased.
Peter arrives at Wanda's house to find that somebody has driven a dump truck into her house. The next day, Peter's truck is stolen by a homeless teenager who was reluctantly involved in a jewelry store robbery gone wrong.
Things go downhill rapidly when Wanda's house is shot up by a man who is described as the Devil. All Peter really wants is to find his truck, save the boy who is a talented musician, discover who wants Wanda out of her house, and do his job. What follows is a high octane plot involving drug kingpins, white supremacists, a treasure hunt and a car chase that makes Bullit look like a walk in the park.
What sets Tear It Down apart from a lot of thrillers is the heart in this book. Peter and his partner, Lewis, are a classic duo hearkening back to Spenser and Hawk, and Joe Pike and Elvis Cole. Peter and June compliment each other, and she understands him better than he understands himself at times. The book throbs with the life of Memphis and Music, the smell of hot asphalt and rain, and the music of the Blues.
This is the thriller of the year for me. I'm sure it will lead my top 10 at the end of 2019. Don't miss this book, but do read Nick Petrie's other books, too.
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Monday, January 21, 2019
Always go for the Books
I know I already posted for the day, but this was too good not to share it.
Never risk it. Always go for the books! pic.twitter.com/ymmsH7TLjN— #BookLovers 📚 (@BookChat_) January 21, 2019
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