Friday, June 29, 2012

The Last Minute by Jeff Abbott

Ex-CIA and Bar Owner Sam Capra
Round Table  vs  Novem Soles
Local author Jeff Abbott's character is riveting and the plot is fast paced. Every page is special and powerful!!
Fantastic !!!

Hard Country by Michael McGarrity

Immense
A Saga of America's Southwest Frontier
This historical  novel depicts the struggle of courageous men and women to establish a life and a home in the Southwest. This is a rare and extraordinary story. I am grateful they endured.
A definite read !!!!

The Yard by Alex Grecian

"Murder Squad" in Victorian London
Forensic Pioneer
Scotland Yard Detective Inspector Walter Day uses instincts in detective work and coroner Dr. Kingsley uses charcoal dust "finger patterns" for criminal identification. This novel has realistic atmosphere, unforgettable characters, and showcases the beginning of criminology.
A great read !!!!

Mission to Paris by Alan Furst

Historical Fiction
Actor, Spy, France, Nazi Germany
This novel has a slow start, but is a good read about a dark time in history.
Manipulation and deception was used in many ways.
A good read.

The Last Man by P.T.Deutermann

Ancient Zealots
Sacrifice
In 70 A.D. there was a Jewish revolt against the Romans at the fortress Masada. American David Hall and Israeli  Judith Ressner explore the guarded site to discover the secrets of the mountain, past and present.
A good read .