Linda Fairstein does it again!
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Linda Fairstein does it again! Alex Cooper, Chapman and Mercer are all back - murder and sex crimes. This time the extra character from New York City is Grand Central Terminal - it's many layers and history play a major role in this case of 3 murders and the President about to arrive by train. Wonderfully entertaining and educational read!
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Another fabulous novel by Ellen Marie Wiseman! Once again, I was lucky enough to read an ARC and this is her second novel (the first is The Plum Tree- a must read if you have not already).

This book bounces between the 1930's and the 1990's with parallel story lines that have you convinced early on that you have this story all figured out. I'll save you the time and energy- you're wrong, you don't have it figured out. This story is suspenseful, heartbreaking, and beautiful all at the same time, but what it is not is predictable.

Izzy and Clara are the two central characters around which a story of mental illness, loss, love, and redemption is formed. Wiseman takes us between the 30's and the 90's seamlessly and has a gift for suspense- I was left hanging at the end of many chapters and found myself scrambling to get through to find out what happened.

Neither Izzy's nor Clara's stories are exactly what they seem, and the ending held some surprises. I loved that we got to know both characters (and some other wonderful secondary characters who shine in later chapters more than in earlier chapters- but I won't give away spoilers here!), because I feel that made the ending that much more rewarding.

A wonderful sophomore effort - I can't wait until it arrives on my Kindle on December 31 so I can read it all over again! Please check this one out- you won't be disappointed.
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Broken Shadows is another amazing addition to the Shadowland series.  Larrieu paints her characters with a combination of flaws and talents that elicit a deep response from the reader.  You really care about these individuals!  And so does the author -- that is the secret.  It is evident that Larrieu loves everyone of the individuals in the book and gives each one a chance to contribute to the storyline.  There are no extraneous characters;  each one counts.  Larrieu's books are all page turners, and Broken Shadows is no exception.  Get a bowl of popcorn and a cozy corner and be prepared to really enjoy this book!
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Death Angel is another winner by Linda Faistein. I love her  books.
She grabs you into the story on pageone. She has a great group
of characters. She teaches a lot about
different things and places in New York City..........This is a
wonderful tale about the different parts of Central Park.  I
enjoyed every minute.
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I enjoyed this short book so much I'm reading it again! Authentic Amish author Linda Byler's splendid writing continues to entertain me.
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I really enjoyed this book.  I have been reading Linda Howard books for a couple of decades now, and in the last few years there have been some disappointments.  This was one of best recent books.  I have read other reviews and noticed some are annoyed by the amount of time spent discussing the heroine's dog, but I love dogs and it did not bother me.  I always look forward to a new Linda Howard book and this did not disappoint!
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I'm a big fan of Linda Howard, i think I may own everything she has written. Her novels are always good, have yet to be disappointed! She has humor, suspense and drama down to an art!
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Linda Hall is a master at suspense. Her latest novel, Night Watch, takes it to another level. It's definitely a page turner. I love how Linda weaves a nautical theme into her books, taking the reader deep into the setting. Her knowledge of sailing shines through, adding a rich authenticity to her stories. I highly recommend Night Watch to all lovers of suspense.
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Great book! I have enjoyed every book Fairstein that I have read and I have read all of her books.
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I have read all the books that Linda has written and this was not a disappointment at all!!  I just finished reading this and loved it!! There is definitely a little twist to it that made you want to keep reading.  I just can't wait for your next release.
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I disagree with several of the other ratings - she still can write them WELL!!!

As usual, Linda Fairstein has a hit - she combines it all - mystery, suspense,  twists and turns, AND history - all of which I like. I lived in NYC for a while on assignment and never even heard of most of these buildings - and now want to make 1 more visit with my family before I can't travel anymore.  And there is always the bit of tension between Alex and Mike, with Mercer doing the "jelly" bit in their sandwich.  I just hope the next one comes out a bit sooner with the new publisher so I will be able to read it Don't want to give any hints but I am pleased with the tiny bit of introspection in Alex, Mike and Mercer.  It was fun to "see" Alex babysitting (just nuke the supper)
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Absolutely outstanding writing and story line. I've read all of her books and can never put them down once I start. Please write another one - and soon - Linda!!
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Linda did it again and kept me on the edge of my seat. I couldn't put the book down.
 Loved it!
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Linda is such a great author! You always feel like she has written her stories based on you! I felt like I was living in the days of witch hunts! A can't put it down book. Very fascinating!
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After reading the first book in the series 'The Widow Of Larkspur Inn',I couldn't wait to revisit the characters and the village Of Gresham.

Once again this author has amazed me with her ability to fill one novel with so much going on,while at the same time making it all flow so smoothly,as another reviewer stated. I did not get the feeling of 'jumping around too much',as some other books have made me feel. I'm not sure how she makes so much going on feel like such a fluid transition,but she succeeds,amazingly! The depth of coverage she gives her characters,make you feel as if you personally know them,that and the fact that readers can relate to so much that the characters experience.

Who hasn't experienced torment at the hands of bullies,or those in Cliques?Who hasn't experienced the sadness of a dear friend moving away,or shared the joy of a friend's joy,or feelings of insecurity,and feelings of hope? All those are covered here and so much more,as well.

We get to know the young woman Mercy Sanders,the only(so far)decent member of the village's most disreputable family who fears she will never be able to marry,since her widowed father and brothers will not allow anyone to court her for fear of losing their cook and housekeeper. Mrs. Kingston,a lodger at the Larkspur Inn comes to her rescue with a hilarious plan.

We also get to know some new characters. The heartwarming story of Seth Langford who moves to Gresham with Thomas, the 7 year old boy he adopted,and Lydia Clark,the 34 year old spinster school teacher who returns to her family in Gresham. Plus a man from the past. We will read more of Lydia Clark in book 3.

The non-romantic elements of the characters lives and happenings in Gresham are just as engrossing as they were in the first book.

This is such a wonderful series,the worst part is knowing that there are only two more books,and I am going to be so sad to have the series end! Yet I will always be glad that I was able to experience it.
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Excellent! Suspenseful, flowing, realistic dialogue. Character relationships are developed in a very convincing and realistic way. Linda can truly write!
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I have read all of Cathy's book and I am never disappointed in her stories, writing and insight into her characters. She has a way of making you feel their emotions, as if you are actually living the story showing the amount of time, effort and research  that she puts into her writing. Over the years I have read many stories of the Holocaust and always seems to learn something new with every read, and "Secrets She Kept"  is no exception,  and hard as these facts of history are to read, Cathy's writing make you want to continue. This book also shows that we never really know what is going on in another's life, or their reasons for being the way they are regardless of our relationship with them. As always, Cathy teaches a lesson within her story. In this volume are  lessons of forgiveness, compassion and determination. Every time I get into one of her books, I stay up way too late at night as I can't put the book down, wanting to know how the story moves on, but then sad when it's finished! Thank you Cathy for another wonderful story!