Ladies in Black (2018)
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Adapted from the bestselling novel by Madeleine St John, Ladies in Black is an alluring and...
Einstein's Dreams
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Einstein's Dreams is a 1992 novel by Alan Lightman that was an international bestseller and has been...
The Locksmith's Daughter
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From acclaimed author Karen Brooks comes this intriguing novel rich in historical detail and drama...
Out of Blue (2019)
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Metaphysical art-house crime drama, based on Martin Amis' Night Train. A homicide detective...
Sarah (7798 KP) rated Northern Lights in Books
Nov 1, 2017
This is a fantastic first novel in the trilogy, and a great fantasy story. I love the idea of people having daemons, and the plight of Lyra is intriguing and full of twists and turns. There are some great characters, all well developed and I really found myself caring for some and hating others, as intended. Pullman id a fantastic writer. My only criticisms would be the heavy emphasis on religion, and that the plot does seem a little bit over the top at times. Still can't wait to read the rest!
AbmostFiction (32 KP) rated I Am Legend in Books
Jul 24, 2017
Neville is the only survivor of a disease that turns people into howling vampires that gather outside his house every night to try and break in or lure him out. During the day he scavenges for supplies and tries to hunt his friends and neighbours and kill them while they're sleeping. Then before the sun sets he must barricade himself into his home to try and survive one more night.
In equal parts horrifying and heartbreaking, this fresh take on the vampire novel is one to read.
Chris Hooker (419 KP) rated The Physick Book of Deliverance Dane in Books
Jan 12, 2018
This story shows how we never know the true depth of history, especially our own personal history. The mosaic that the intermingling character stories weave is a great driving force for this novel.
My one complaint was it was a bit on the predictable side but for a debut novel it is a must read.
Suswatibasu (1701 KP) rated Our Man in Havana: An Introduction by Christopher Hitchens in Books
Sep 8, 2017
There are plenty of twists and turns in this spy novel about a simple vacuum merchant turned spy for the British government in Cuba. His friend, a German doctor is suspected of being more than he is. There are plenty of assassination plots in this novel on top of escaping dangerous situations involving corrupt cops.
My only gripe is the fact how quickly the salesman was able to grasp being a detective without any training, so it seems a little implausible. Fun, but no Brighton Rock.