Friday, February 20, 2015
The Paris Wife by Paula McLain
The Paris Wife
- This is the fictionalized story of Ernest Hemingway and his first wife, Hadley. Written from Hadley's view, its almost like reading her diary or reading a very long article in People Magazine.
The Paris Wife by Paula McLain
The Paris Wife
- This is the fictionalized story of Ernest Hemingway and his first wife, Hadley. Written from Hadley's view, its almost like reading her diary or reading a very long article in People Magazine.
Woman with a Gun by Phillip Margolin
Woman with a Gun: A Novel
- Stacey Kim, aspiring novelist, attends photographer Kathy Moran's exhibition. The centerpiece, Woman with a Gun, catches her eye and thus begins Kim's investigation into its background. Kim intends to write a fictional novel based on the true life story behind the photo. The photo, picturing a bride standing on the shore with a gun behind her back, was taken shortly after the groom is murdered. However,the official investigation into the murder did not reveal the guilt or innocence of the bride.
Woman with a Gun by Phillip Margolin
Woman with a Gun: A Novel
- Stacey Kim, aspiring novelist, attends photographer Kathy Moran's exhibition. The centerpiece, Woman with a Gun, catches her eye and thus begins Kim's investigation into its background. Kim intends to write a fictional novel based on the true life story behind the photo. The photo, picturing a bride standing on the shore with a gun behind her back, was taken shortly after the groom is murdered. However,the official investigation into the murder did not reveal the guilt or innocence of the bride.
Paris Match by Stuart Woods
Paris Match (Stone Barrington)
- Stone goes to Paris to the opening of the Paris Arrington hotel. While there, rumors that Stone is the father of the First Lady's baby affect her polls in the presidential race. Meanwhile, although protected, Stone is attacked several times while in Paris.
Paris Match by Stuart Woods
Paris Match (Stone Barrington)
- Stone goes to Paris to the opening of the Paris Arrington hotel. While there, rumors that Stone is the father of the First Lady's baby affect her polls in the presidential race. Meanwhile, although protected, Stone is attacked several times while in Paris.
Tuesday, February 10, 2015
The Empty Throne by Bernard Cornwell
The Empty Throne: A Novel (Saxon Tales)
- In 911 AD, Æthelred, Lord of Mercia is dying. Uhtred of Bebbanburg is suffering from his wounds sustained in his last battle. King Edward of Wessex; Ealdorman Æthelhem, King Edward's father-in-law; and Eardwulf, commander of Lord Æthelred's household troops intend to remove all opposition to the throne. They want Eardwulf to marry Æthelred's daughterÆkfwlynn so that he can rule Mercia under Edward's guidance. they also intend to kill Ælthered's only heir, Æthelstan. But, Uhtred is determined to protect Æthelstan and Ækfwlynn from this fate. He also intends to see Æthelflaed, King Edward's sister Æthelred's wife on the throne. Uhtred has with him his son, of whom he is proud, and his daughter, who he doesn't understand and for whom he must find a husband.
Labels:
Cornwell Bernard,
Historical Fiction,
Saxon Chronicles,
Uhtred
The Empty Throne by Bernard Cornwell
The Empty Throne: A Novel (Saxon Tales)
- In 911 AD, Æthelred, Lord of Mercia is dying. Uhtred of Bebbanburg is suffering from his wounds sustained in his last battle. King Edward of Wessex; Ealdorman Æthelhem, King Edward's father-in-law; and Eardwulf, commander of Lord Æthelred's household troops intend to remove all opposition to the throne. They want Eardwulf to marry Æthelred's daughterÆkfwlynn so that he can rule Mercia under Edward's guidance. they also intend to kill Ælthered's only heir, Æthelstan. But, Uhtred is determined to protect Æthelstan and Ækfwlynn from this fate. He also intends to see Æthelflaed, King Edward's sister Æthelred's wife on the throne. Uhtred has with him his son, of whom he is proud, and his daughter, who he doesn't understand and for whom he must find a husband.
Labels:
Cornwell Bernard,
Historical Fiction,
Saxon Chronicles,
Uhtred
Saint Odd by Dean Koontz
Saint Odd: An Odd Thomas Novel
- In the finale of the Odd Thomas novels, Odd returns home to Pico Mundo, California. He knows he will die there amid a tragedy wrecked by evil. He does not know how evil will befall his town, only that it will and that he must save the town and those he loves.
Saint Odd by Dean Koontz
Saint Odd: An Odd Thomas Novel
- In the finale of the Odd Thomas novels, Odd returns home to Pico Mundo, California. He knows he will die there amid a tragedy wrecked by evil. He does not know how evil will befall his town, only that it will and that he must save the town and those he loves.
Tuesday, February 3, 2015
The Beast by Faye Kellerman
The Beast: A Decker/Lazarus Novel (Decker/Lazarus Novels)
- Gabe and his girlfriend work to be together in spite of her mother's objections. Meanwhile, Peter Decker and his crew investigate the death of an eccentric rich man. The man was found dead in his apartment with a Bengal tiger wandering about. The team also found several poisonous and venomous creatures in adjacent apartments. Through investigation, the team learns of the man's cruel sexual practices which included using his creatures to scare his partners.
The Beast by Faye Kellerman
The Beast: A Decker/Lazarus Novel (Decker/Lazarus Novels)
- Gabe and his girlfriend work to be together in spite of her mother's objections. Meanwhile, Peter Decker and his crew investigate the death of an eccentric rich man. The man was found dead in his apartment with a Bengal tiger wandering about. The team also found several poisonous and venomous creatures in adjacent apartments. Through investigation, the team learns of the man's cruel sexual practices which included using his creatures to scare his partners.
The Dogwoods Are Blooming
- This is the story of Emily and Heath Barrett and their children. It begins with their marriage in the early 1900s. Throughout their marriage they faced many of the same trials many couples face including in-law disapproval, infidelity, death of children, floods, and unemployment. They also have many joys including adopting a Sioux girl, seeing their children grow, and seeing their grandchildren.
The Dogwoods Are Blooming
- This is the story of Emily and Heath Barrett and their children. It begins with their marriage in the early 1900s. Throughout their marriage they faced many of the same trials many couples face including in-law disapproval, infidelity, death of children, floods, and unemployment. They also have many joys including adopting a Sioux girl, seeing their children grow, and seeing their grandchildren.
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