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Books looked forward to in 2008. First Impressions
Betrayal (Dismas Hardy)Betrayal (Dismas Hardy) by John Lescroart
Buy new: £12.25 / Used from: £3.81
Dismas is back with buddy Abe, but only as guest players this time! Part of story set in Iraq. Case solving in SF. Solid work by Lescroart, but not quite 5 this time!
Lessons in HeartbreakLessons in Heartbreak by Cathy Kelly
Buy new: £8.37 / Used from: £2.40
Title very appropriate. These are, indeed, lessons in heartbreak. I miss Kelly's usual sparkle, though. Didn't enjoy this as much as her previous books.
Honor ThyselfHonor Thyself by Danielle Steel
Buy new: £10.75 / Used from: £3.04
A BIG yawn all the way! Very disappointing.
Where Are You Now?Where Are You Now? by Mary Higgins Clark
Buy used from: £8.41
First class from The Queen of suspense! Will keep you awake all night
CrossroadsCrossroads by Belva Plain
If you like family sagas, Belva Plain is the master. I did not know this book had already been released in the US. However, it's available in paperback LARGE PRINT from Amazon.com.US.
It Only Takes a MomentIt Only Takes a Moment by Mary Jane Clark
Buy new: £8.32 / Used from: £7.87
Slightly disappointing from Mary Jane Clark. Fast-paced and entertaining but lacks substance. Really not more than a long short- story. Smells of routine.
Charley's WebCharley's Web by Joy Fielding
Buy new: £11.39 / Used from: £10.49
Joy Fielding's latest books have been a disappointment. However, first three reviews on Amazon.US say 5.
The AppealThe Appeal by John Grisham
Buy new: £10.00 / Used from: £4.88
The richest and the poorest. What money can buy. Meant to disturb rather than entertain? Reviews from 5 to 1 and lots of readers screaming for fairytale ending.
Shadow of PowerShadow of Power by Steve Martini
Buy used from: £9.50
9th Madriani novel. A thriller from politics. Always an intriguing combination. Paul Madriani is one of my favourite heroes. Release in May.
Forgive and ForgetForgive and Forget by Patricia Scanlan
Buy used from: £43.86
About what happens when ex-husband starts fancying first wife. Patricia on top form!
Executive PrivilegeExecutive Privilege by Phillip Margolin
Buy new: £11.76 / Used from: £8.08
Margolin's best to date. Chilling!!
The EnchantedThe Enchanted by Charlotte Bingham
Buy new: £4.89 / Used from: £2.14
After a few disappointments, Bingham's next book is about something she has done excellently before, the relationship between man and animal.
RogueRogue by Danielle Steel
Buy used from: £8.58
One woman and two men, but a story with considerable substance. ds back in top form? Release in June 2008.
Heart and SoulHeart and Soul by Maeve Binchy
Buy new: £12.53
A new novel from Maeve Binchy is always worth looking forward to. This one following a group of characters and their families through love and tragedies. Due in October.
Forced Out: A NovelForced Out: A Novel by Stephen Frey
Buy new: £8.32 / Used from: £9.31
Next from Stephen Frey. To be released in August.
Someone SpecialSomeone Special by Sheila O'Flanagan
Buy new: £7.49 / Used from: £6.65
About friends, family and finding love. Release August
On a Day Like TodayOn a Day Like Today by Nicola Thorne
Buy new: £10.26 / Used from: £10.25
Nicola Thorne's much awaited novel after five years. About life being turned upside down after a car accident and the relationship between mother and daughter. Thorne back in top form. Excellent!!