Good Reads-- A Great Little List of Fiction Books
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Books From My 2007 Summer -- Paper and Audio Editions Included
Being over 50 (yes, I am classic Boomer), I sometimes have trouble remembering what books I have read or listened to in the past. I attribute this lapse to the computer-like nature of my brain. If a file has not been used recently or used often, my brain deletes it to create more space.
Now that I have a DVR, I am discovering that this machine can also automatically delete shows or movies when the memory becomes full. So maybe I am evolving into a DVR? Hopefully, it will be HD.
Because I discovered several authors from other lenses on Squidoo (Charlaine Harris, for one), I thought I might return the favor to the universe of readers out there.
I am using Amazon modules to make my lists. That way you can read the summary and other readers' opinions on that site.
Please keep scrolling down to find my recommendations for some of the best fiction to put on your "Wanna Read" list.
Thanks for stopping by!
Oh, by the way be sure to check out what I read in the summer of 2008.
"I cannot live without books!"
Thomas Jefferson
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You might find a new mystery to take on vacation!
The pages (lenses) collected here are selected by me. I chose them because of their quality.
Visit the Home Page of this group (by clicking on the link below) where I have included a way for you to recommend a website or lens that you think is outstanding. Remember the qualifications: Girl Fictional Detectives and Women Authors!
Help others find new authors--I dare you.
- Girls Detecting Headquarters
- This group features lenses that discuss books written by women about female detectives (professional and accidental).
Come find a new author! - Want to build a lens about a fictional detective?
- Mickie G invites you to...Join Girls Detecting at Squidoo!
2007 ***Recommendations***
Find new authors! Keep scrolling!
My opinions are highlighted in this lovely blue.
Cross Bones: A Novel (Temperance Brennan Novels)
Good Listening. About the "Jesus Tomb". Timely and very interesting. Great history. Good reader.
Amazon Price: $30.36 (as of 07/12/2009) 
The Dead Yard: A Novel
The second in the series featuring the clever, and never dull, Michael Forsythe. This crime novel is not as violent at the first book in the series, Dead I May Well Be. You will find humor, love and hate, and suspense in the woods of New England.
Amazon Price: $7.99 (as of 07/12/2009)
All Together Dead (Southern Vampire Mysteries, Book 7)
Newest (As of 2007) in the Southern Vampire Mysteries. In my opinion, it is necessary to read them in order. Begin with Dead Until Dark. This series is addictive. It is also quite fun to read. Not gruesome or scary. Just plain fun. Yes, HBO based "True Blood" on these enjoyable books.Notice that I said based.
Amazon Price: $15.89 (as of 07/12/2009)
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Exit Wounds [Unabridged Library Edition]
I Listened to the unabridged audio . Number 11 in the Joanna Brady series. It was difficult to keep up with the characters in the audio version of this title. It also got a little boring. I have listened to other books in this series and have found them enjoyable while walking on the treadmill.
Amazon Price: (as of 07/12/2009)
Links to help you find new authors and keep track of what you have read:
(Information provided by each website)
Reader's Circle: click here.
Book Club Networking site.
If you've been looking for a way to connect with book discussion groups, this is it! Reader's Circle is a free zip code-based directory for book clubs, reading groups, and literary salons of all kinds. We currently serve the US (map), Canada, and Australia. Find or start your own local group! (Copied from the website.)
Read2 click here
This webpage has a box that lets you put in a title of a book and recommends what to read next. Neat feature!
The following description is copied from the website.
What this site is:
Social list of books - share your reading experience with other people.
Recommendation system - find new books to read in the categories of your interest.
Folksonomy - everybody can use his/her own keywords to categorize books.
Faceted classification - predefined types of keywords for authors, reading statuses.
Friend finder - easy discover people with similar reading tastes.
Virtual community - discuss books and authors with other readers.
Exportable and trackable - via RSS feeds and JavaScript snippets.
What this site is NOT:
Paid service - there are no limits of any kind here.
Collection manager - but you can still use it to keep list of your books at home.
Abandoned project - site's being improved each week, sometimes even each day.
Story Code click here
StoryCode.com is a unique source of inspiring book recommendations and a great way to find the next book to read. And its power comes from the collaborative passion of readers. Description copied from website.
Unabashed Self Promotion!
I can repair your books!
Don't let this happen to your books!
- Repair that Book! I Dare You!
- Hopefully, my lens will help you decide if you want to trash your book, repair it yourself, or pay someone to fix it.This lens is my contribution to the environment and the efforts to go green. Do NOT let your beloved book end up in a landfill.
Click on these links and perhaps you will find a new author to read.
You should never be caught without a book on your nightstand.
More of my reader friendly pages on Squidoo.
Check them out. Let me know your opinion.
- Lee Child: Author Extraordinaire!
- Video showcase featuring author Lee Child, the creator of Jack Reacher. If you love crime fiction, you will enjoy Lee Child.
- Reviews of the Novel Down River by John Hart
- Thanks for stopping by.On this page you will find several reviews of the novel Down River by John Hart. These reviews come from book review sites, professional magazines, or Book Review Blogs. You will also find a synopsis of Down River.
My Book Opinions Blog:
I provide comments about what I am reading, listening to, and buying.
I hope you will value my opinions. I am an amateur, so be kind.
Fetching RSS feed... please stand byCrime Scene Scotland - Reviews of Crime Novels
Review Blogspot
A Blog from the British Isles that reviews Crime/Suspense Fiction.
I copied and pasted this info from the blog so you would know what it is about:
"Crime Scene Scotland was, for five years, a home for noir short stories, commentary and other nasty pieces of work. Now the emphasis is on reviews, interviews and a celebration of the darker aspects of crime fiction.
Run by Russel D McLean (with a little help along the way from various sources) Crime Scene Scotland provides honest, intelligent reviews, probing interviews with authors new and old and commentary on the changing world of crime fiction."
Three Links are provided. Click on any one of them to visit "Crime Scene Scotland".
Fetching RSS feed... please stand byA Closet For My Lenses
My pages on Squidoo now have a place to hang out.
- A Closet for my lenses:
- This is a place for all my lenses to hang! Click on the link above to browse.
Paperback Bookswap
This site also has audiobooks!
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Thanks for visiting!
BevsPaper wrote...
I love to read lists like this! It gives me ideas on what I want to read next.
Posted April 03, 2009
Mickie_G wrote...
Just heard from my library! Your book is on the shelf for me to read! I will review it soon. Thanks for telling me about it.[in reply to Jason_Wright]
Posted December 15, 2008
Jason_Wright wrote...
Nice lens! You've got an interesting collection of reads and resources here. I'd love it if you'd check out my lens Recovering Charles when you get the chance. Be sure to say hi when you stop by.
Posted November 21, 2008
SemperFidelis wrote...
Thanks for the information. We're big readers and appreciate the effort put into your sharing.
Blessed by a Squid Angel today! :)
Colleen ~ www.squidoo.com/squid-angel
Posted August 22, 2008
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Rate my 2007 Reading List here: The Isle of Squid
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