Carsten Stroud, one of my favorite spy thriller writers, delivers yet another exciting adventure involving both politics and terrorism. This novel will keep you on the edge. The story and writing style, both solid, will keep thriller fans happy. The only bad thing I noticed was the editing. If there are three or four mistakes I usually won't mention it, but there are at least twice this many.

Highly recommended.

In his latest novel Kaiser focuses on GMO's (Genetically Modified Organisms), specifically one that would ruin the oil business with a modified version of ethanol. There is action as well as romance. Much of the time is focused on Jonas Lamb's (the protagonist) relationships--a man who has had six marriages. It moves at a satifying pace with a satisfying ending.

Recommended.

I was not at all disappointed with this somewhat dark comedy, which one author described as having "real machine gun narrative". As mentioned by other reviewers, Smith is comparable to Hiaasen (but not quite at his level) and also, I think, Fitzhugh. For a first novel, Smith has written one heck of an entertaining story with an assortment of unusual characters.

Recommended.

Recommended.

Recommended.

Recommended.

This time around McInnes gets hired by Sheri Baneberry. Sheri's mother was serving on a jury when she mysteriously died of what seemed to be salmonella poisoning. What Sheri wants to find out is whose fault it was. As McInnes and his partner, Joey, start researching the mother's death bad things start happening. Tom's life is now in danger. He gets blackmailed for murder and he also becomes disbarred. As he gets closer to the truth, death gets closer to him. With the help of an Asian-American doctor (psychology) who soon becomes a close female companion, and Joey, his trusting investigator, Tom works his magic and soon discovers the truth.

Stewart's way with words makes this novel one heck of a good read. A strong descriptive narrative invites one to visit Mobile, Alabama even in the dead of winter. A well plotted, fast moving story that I really enjoyed.

Highly Recommended.

It's the latest fad drug and it's called 'Boomers'. It's highly addictive. Teenage girls are being talked into trying it, and when they get hooked, they gladly sell there bodies for more. When a bad batch gets out, lives are lost. Mostly young teenagers. This is when Texas rangers' Travis and Manny get on the case.

The story should be aimed at parents and teenagers. A rather moral tale that describes some of the perils of teenage drug use. There is suspense to go with the emotion. It's also laced with humor, especially when it comes to Manny and Travis. Being a short novel, as this was, it did lack some depth but it still kept me in my chair.

Character development and a steady pace with many twists and turns makes this a good read. Secret files, misleading clues and many suspicious characters, will keep you guessing. Beware the power of bureaucracy.

Recommended.

Highly recommended.

Overall great entertainment.

When I started reading this novel I thought I was in for a treat. It started out with all the classic Stephen King elements. As I progressed with the novel I began to change my mind. For one thing I think it was to long. Normally, as with classic King, the longer the better, but this story seemed to drag a bit at times. At times it also becomese a little confusing as to the perspective of the narrative. Such as when, where and who this perspective is coming from. An enjoyable novel overall for the true Stephen King fan and it's better than a couple of his previous novels, but it just isn't comparable to 'The Stand' or 'It'.

Recommended for Stephen King fans.

Highly recommended

This was my first experience with a Dennis Lehane novel. A story of how the past can influence the future. I thought it was very good. A psychological thriller with great depth to the characters. Written in such a manner that you can actually feel how most of the characters feel. At times deeply emotional and compassionate, at other times, suspenseful and thrilling. As the editor says, 'It's not just a whodunit, it's a why they 'dunit'. After reading this novel, I intend on putting Mr. Lehane on my reading list.

Highly recommended.

Dean Ing's latest offering doesn't seem quite up to his usual thrills. Though it moves at a steady pace and has a gripping storyline, it just somehow lacks the suspense that I expect from him. The storyline does include a timely subject, objects known as UAV's-Unmanned Aerial Vehicles. The timely subject and the steady pace of the novel still made for a good quick read.

Recommended.

Well I couldn't get as enthusiastic as some of these reviewers about this book, but it was a good mystery. It moves at a fairly good pace and keeps you guessing until the end. There are deceptions and coverups and a whole lot of insight into the White House. The character of Michael Garrick was hard to like because he seemed so pliable. Why keep putting up with Nora?

A great book for mystery lovers, with just enough thrills to keep you hooked until the exciting conclusion.

Recommended.