Category Archives: Fiction

Death in a Strange Country by Donna Leon

Posted on November 10, 2017 by bseat

It is always interesting to see what people from other countries think about Americans. When I read and come across descriptions of Americans, I confess to taking vicarious pleasure in seeing how Americans are often ridiculed and mocked for their … Continue reading →

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The Stars Are Fire by Anita Shreve

Posted on November 3, 2017 by bseat

I am often haunted by books that initially I would not have thought had that power.  These are books that usually are quietly subversive, working their way into your heart slowly without a lot of drama or fireworks. Anita Shreve … Continue reading →

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A Divided Spy by Charles Cumming

Posted on October 27, 2017 by bseat

Charles Cumming is quickly becoming one of my favorite authors.  His spy novels, in particular, are grounded fully in reality without the fancy equipment, car chases or thrilling daring do.  They are in the tradition of John Le Carré with meticulous … Continue reading →

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Siracusa by Delia Ephron

Posted on October 20, 2017 by bseat

Sometimes the reviews just don’t get it right. Ephron’s Siracusa was hyped and well reviewed and was on everyone’s “Best Book” list. A New York Times Bestseller One of People Magazine’s Top 10 Books of 2016 Publishers Weekly Best Book of 2016 (Fiction) A Washington … Continue reading →

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The Song of Albion Series by Stephen R. Lawhead

Posted on October 13, 2017 by bseat

A parallel universe to our own, a mistaken intrusion from our world to theirs and the unintended consequences that ensue. That in a nutshell is the premise of Lawhead’s Song of Albion series, but that hardly tells you how full … Continue reading →

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Cop Town by Karin Slaughter

Posted on October 6, 2017 by bseat

According to Amazon I bought this book in July of 2014 but I didn’t read it until last week.  My only excuse is that sometimes my relationship and expectations of an author are complicated. I love Karin Slaughter! Her Will … Continue reading →

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Fear the Darkness by Becky Masterman

Posted on September 22, 2017 by bseat

Ex-FBI agent Brigid Quinn retired with her new husband, Carlo, to Tuscon, Arizona. She keeps busy by teaches a women’s self defense class and has a private investigator’s license so she can occasionally help the local police and sheriff’s department … Continue reading →

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Mississippi Blood by Greg Iles

Posted on September 15, 2017 by bseat

I don’t usually do this but this time it is necessary! Spoiler Alert: Do not read this review if you have not already read the previous books- Natchez Burning and The Bone Tree! Mississippi Blood is the final installment in … Continue reading →

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Meddling Kids by Edgar Cantero

Posted on September 8, 2017 by bseat

About a month ago my older daughter texted me saying, “Meddling Kids is hilarious. Nancy Drew and Scooby Doo flashbacks galore. With a lot more ass kicking!”  I think that just about sums it up. This book is a totally … Continue reading →

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Eleanor Oliphant Is Completely Fine by Gail Honeyman

Posted on September 1, 2017 by bseat

I needed a feel good, uplifting, “everything will turn out fine” kind of book recently. Not surprising, given the events of the last few weeks.  I was looking through my “To Read” list and this book with its quirky title … Continue reading →

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