Lesa's Book Critiques
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The Best of Us by Joyce Maynard – Trigger Warning
I want to make sure several of you know Joyce Maynard's memoir, The Best of Us, comes with a trigger warning. It's about a tough battle with pancreatic cancer. I know cancer, and pancreatic cancer may be a rough subject for several of you. Don't read any more of this...
Favorite Books, January to June 2024
Actually, that title, January to June, is a little deceiving. I didn't read a book that should go on this list until April. And, I have read some fantastic books that come out in the second half of 2024, including one that's released on July 9. But, I'm staying true...
August Treasures in My Closet
Well, some of the recent Treasures in My Closet haven't had many books, but August looks like a terrific month for readers. I have fifteen books to share today, and I've read nine already. You probably have a list of titles to share, too. Let us know what I missed,...
Booked for a Hanging by Bill Crider
The sixth Sheriff Dan Rhodes mystery by Bill Crider, Booked for a Hanging, is my favorite in the series so far. It has to deal with a rare book dealer and a possible missing book. Just fits my taste. When a rare book dealer from Houston, Hal Brame, shows up at the...
Kevin’s Corner Annex – Mystery Magazine, June 2024
I should have a review for tomorrow, but I'm a little behind due to the Toronto trip. I never read when I'm on vacation, although I always take several books, in paper and on my iPad/Kindle. Fortunately, Kevin Tipple sent a review of the June edition of Mystery...
Friday Giveaway
This week, I have two mysteries by Ohio authors to give away. I bought copies of both of them so I could give them away here. A Collection of Lies by Connie Berry is the latest Kate Hamilton mystery. Kate and her husband, DI Tom Mallory, are on their honeymoon in...
