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Mark @ Carstairs Considers (2173 KP) rated Teacher’s Threat in Books
Jul 15, 2023
Going Back to School is Murder
Madison Night needs cash to buy inventory to relaunch her decorating business. After the banks keep turning her down, she hopes that getting an MBA will change their minds. The only class she is finding helpful in the program is Radical Business Theory, even after the professor uses her as an example on her first day. However, when the professor is killed in the parking lot, Madison wonders what is going on at her new school. Can she figure out how to relaunch her business while also solving the murder?
This book really is focused on both parts of that question, and new comers to the series will definitely find the mystery slow as a result. As a fan of the series who is invested in Madison’s life, I found the dual focus enjoyable. It certainly helps that we have an ingenious murder method and a surprising yet logical climax. The characters, both new and returning, are great as always. Fans of Doris Day will laugh at the massive Easter Egg in this book, but if you haven’t watched the movies, you’ll be fine since the author uses the scene to advance the plot. If you are a fan of this mystery series, you’ll be happy with this book. If the series sounds fun to you, I recommend you start at the beginning.
This book really is focused on both parts of that question, and new comers to the series will definitely find the mystery slow as a result. As a fan of the series who is invested in Madison’s life, I found the dual focus enjoyable. It certainly helps that we have an ingenious murder method and a surprising yet logical climax. The characters, both new and returning, are great as always. Fans of Doris Day will laugh at the massive Easter Egg in this book, but if you haven’t watched the movies, you’ll be fine since the author uses the scene to advance the plot. If you are a fan of this mystery series, you’ll be happy with this book. If the series sounds fun to you, I recommend you start at the beginning.
Hazel (2934 KP) rated Annihilation (The Spread #6) in Books
Jul 31, 2022
Well, we have come to the end of the series and I have to admit, I am a little sad. What a series this has been! You might have thought it would get a little stale by book 6 but let me tell you, this is definitely not the case.
Book 6 continues to follow Aaron and his friends fighting against an alien invader to prevent the destruction of the earth however, aliens are not the only dangers they encounter so be warned! Not everyone or everything is as it seems and, as is usual with Mr Wright's work, no one is safe.
I have become totally and utterly invested in the characters in this series; I have seen them grow and develop, at their best and their worst and I am sad to come to the end but what a perfect ending it is.
This is a gripping series and one I would highly recommend you read from the start. I suppose you could just drop in with this book but why on earth would you?!?! You would be missing out on so, so much.
Once again, my thanks must go to Iain for accepting me into his "street team" and for providing me with an advance copy in return for comments and an honest, unbiased and unedited review.
Book 6 continues to follow Aaron and his friends fighting against an alien invader to prevent the destruction of the earth however, aliens are not the only dangers they encounter so be warned! Not everyone or everything is as it seems and, as is usual with Mr Wright's work, no one is safe.
I have become totally and utterly invested in the characters in this series; I have seen them grow and develop, at their best and their worst and I am sad to come to the end but what a perfect ending it is.
This is a gripping series and one I would highly recommend you read from the start. I suppose you could just drop in with this book but why on earth would you?!?! You would be missing out on so, so much.
Once again, my thanks must go to Iain for accepting me into his "street team" and for providing me with an advance copy in return for comments and an honest, unbiased and unedited review.
Mark @ Carstairs Considers (2173 KP) rated The Witless Protection Program in Books
Mar 28, 2024 (Updated Mar 28, 2024)
Mia’s Past Disrupts Her Future
Mia Carina is impatiently waiting for her boyfriend, Shane, to propose, but her life gets turned upside down when she catches of glimpse of her supposedly dead first husband, Adam. She thought he had died several years ago in a boating accident. Why is he back? What will this mean for Mia’s future?
When Adam was mentioned in the first book in the series, I knew he’d pop back up at some point, but as is always the case in something like this, it’s how the story is executed that matters. This one was great, with plenty of twists to keep us engaged. A couple of things get rushed in the climax, but that is minor. Meanwhile, we get a couple of strong sub-plots that weave in and out of the mystery perfectly. The characters are strong, even if over-the-top at times. Mia and Shane keep things grounded for us, and we get plenty of laughs along the way. Sadly, this is the final book in the series, but the author wraps things up well. We even get another four delicious sounding recipes at the end. Fans will be happy with how this book ends the series. If you’ve missed reading these, don’t hesitate to pick up this delightful series.
When Adam was mentioned in the first book in the series, I knew he’d pop back up at some point, but as is always the case in something like this, it’s how the story is executed that matters. This one was great, with plenty of twists to keep us engaged. A couple of things get rushed in the climax, but that is minor. Meanwhile, we get a couple of strong sub-plots that weave in and out of the mystery perfectly. The characters are strong, even if over-the-top at times. Mia and Shane keep things grounded for us, and we get plenty of laughs along the way. Sadly, this is the final book in the series, but the author wraps things up well. We even get another four delicious sounding recipes at the end. Fans will be happy with how this book ends the series. If you’ve missed reading these, don’t hesitate to pick up this delightful series.
Obsessed book reviews (49 KP) rated Still Life (Forever Still #1) in Books
May 7, 2019
This is the first book in the series and what a fab start it is. This is a story about two broken people trying to mend. This story is heart breaking as well as beautiful. The characters are fab and work well within the story. Its a bit slow in the beginning but stick with it, it is definitely worth it. I cant wait to read book 2.
would recommend
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Obsessed book reviews (49 KP) rated Luca (Ruin & Revenge, #2) in Books
May 7, 2019
This is the second book in this series by this author. This story is full of angst, action, drama and hot steamy scenes. fantastic characters, you will fall in love with as you read. I was hooked from the first page. This is a gritty romance read you will be reading long into the night. I can't wait to read more from this author in the future.
Highly recommended
I voluntarily reviewed and advance reader copy of this book
Highly recommended
I voluntarily reviewed and advance reader copy of this book
starwarsluvr (236 KP) rated Witch Fall (Witch Song, #3) in Books
Jan 30, 2018
So.. I got this book in a box set and didn't realize it was the 3rd in the series. That is the only reason it got 4 instead of 5 because certain parts I was confused on. However, overall I was able to follow it and really enjoyed this book. I do want to read the others as well. I love witches if written right and this author definitely got it right. Very good story and very good read.
starwarsluvr (236 KP) rated Heart of Stone (Gargoyles, #1) in Books
Jan 30, 2018
One of my new favorite series. I love gargoyles and don't see many good stories with them. Mix gargoyles with sexy and you get this book. Amazing characters, amazing plot and storyline. Sexy man/gargoyle. I loved the way the story played out and how everything came together. I loved the attraction and the twist in the story. Everything in this makes me excited for the next book. I can't wait until it comes out. Amazing!
Myst (0 KP) rated Andrew (Lanning's Leap, #5) in Books
Feb 8, 2018
What happened? Normally her books are lovely and are instant buy clicks, but this just seemed lacking. Quite a few holes that we don't know and no idea about the why that occurs at most of the big points in the story. Could this be a tie-in to the Justice series? By the end of the book I went "huh? What that was the end?" Sadness, have another instant buy to read later. #Coyer book.
Mark @ Carstairs Considers (2173 KP) rated The 9th Judgment (Women's Murder Club, #9) in Books
Mar 9, 2018
The Women's Murder Club are hot on the trail of a cat burglar who just escalated to murder and a serial killer praying on women and their very young kids. After the disappointing last book in the series, I actually found this one enjoyable. The epilogue left much to be desired, however. Mindless entertainment, but fun mindless entertainment.
Read my full review at <a href="http://carstairsconsiders.blogspot.com/2013/05/book-review-9th-judgment-by-james.html">Carstairs Considers</a>.
Read my full review at <a href="http://carstairsconsiders.blogspot.com/2013/05/book-review-9th-judgment-by-james.html">Carstairs Considers</a>.
Mark @ Carstairs Considers (2173 KP) rated A Fatal Grace (Chief Inspector Armand Gamache, #2) in Books
Mar 9, 2018
When the much despised CC de Poitiers dies on Boxing Day, Chief Inspector Gamache returns to Three Pines to solve the crime. I found the first part of the book very slow and hard to get into. It did get more interesting in the second half, but I'm not sure how excited I am to continue the series.
Read my full review at <a href="http://carstairsconsiders.blogspot.com/2013/05/book-review-fatal-grace-by-louise-penny.html">Carstairs Considers</a>.
Read my full review at <a href="http://carstairsconsiders.blogspot.com/2013/05/book-review-fatal-grace-by-louise-penny.html">Carstairs Considers</a>.