An author to watch for!
590964
I enjoyed reading Rumor Has It.  My favorite scene has to be when Mason and Ellie met; it had me laughing picturing the situation.  The story kept my attention throughout.  I do enjoy books that have dual POV so you know what each of the main characters are thinking.  This came in handy for the ending of the book.  To me, it felt a little rushed and I couldn't understand why the characters acted the way they did, but re-reading the ending with each of their POV made me realize why.  But, that being said, I still expected more from Ellie (I'll get over it...eventually lol).  Overall, this was a great read and I look forward to reading more from this author.  I plan on reading the other two books of the series.  I like Elisabeth's writing style.  If I understand right, this was her first book??  If so, awesome job! (well, awesome job regardless :-) )

I won this book in a giveaway.
4386624
The Hugo Marston books sneak up on you and before you know it you are waiting for the next one to be published with nothing short of impatience and more than a little irritation! It is a pleasure to read about a character with growing depth and dimension, and novels set in locales that are clearly well researched and known by the author rather than just chosen as an excuse for another glamourous European backdrop. The plots are quirky, believable and thought provoking, but they have an excitement that leaves us wanting Mr Marston to attract more and more trouble! Read them all- you won't be disappointed.
2792064
Well to be truthful I bought this book because the author is the sister in law of a friend but was I ever pleasantly surprised!  I may have a new favorite author!  She did a great job writing a compelling story with interesting characters. I predict you will want to hear more from this author, I know I'm ready for the next installment.
4549664
I was shocked to find an unknown author with such an obvious talent for writing. It was a pleasant surprise, as it always is, to find a new author that is unknown and know he will become one of the greats!!!
589524
Like many of you, it's hard finding both an exciting new character to follow and a new author  Well, I believe I have found both!  Allie is a terrific heroine conjured up by the fertile mind of Sam Sisavath!  I can't say enough about how much I like his writing style.  This is the 3rd book in this series, with more to follow.  I can't wait for the next book.  In my opinion, his writing style reminds me a lot of Lee Child.  I know that's high praise, but I think it's warranted.

My title shows "5 Stars with an asterisk".  The reason for the Asterisk is a scene very close to the end.  The author has Allie do something that I think is against what appeared to the readers she was going to do.  Since what she did was not successful, I'm guessing it was just for future stories.  But, in my opinion, this could have been handled differently.  Just my opinion!  (No spoilers from me.)

Anyway, you should start with the first one, as you will need to know the dynamics of the relationships with the recurring characters.  Enjoy!!
70681
With a new author you never sure what to expect, well now I do and will buy more, Love it!
696948
Looked for and found another author I had never read before! Plus, the icing on the cake is that by page 23 I was hooked on the story and anxious to find out more about the characters! This feels like an author that I will really enjoy following! Getting ready to order the next book in the series. Great job, Diana! Love it when a book grabs me like this one did!
2385049
This is an author I had not read before. Came across this book and decided to give it a try! I started reading it today, and could not stop until I finished it! I did stop long enough at one point to pick up my iPad and order the second book in the series from Amazon! I was really into the story! This is definately an author that I will continue to follow!
958857
This makes the third novel I've read from this author...I think she's one to watch. Her characters become very familiar. I also like when authors acquaint you with characters over several novels.
4941522
I loved this book!  Looking forward to more from this talented author.
77021
I love this writer's style!  Her books are full of adventure and intrigue, leaving you waiting to find out what will happen next. There is a good mix of a little romance without being overly explicit.  The main character in the story is a reporter and always after a good story.  I am looking forward to many more books from the writer!
4598471
This is the  second book by this author and  I'm hooked for certain! I think that I'll try another PLEASE!
4693511
Good read!  This author writes very well, and will read her again.
1193331
Amazing writer! There is a plot around each character -  pay attention and wait  as you will see how they are linked!
2439431
This author has given us a bundle of mystery, history and spirituality in his first novel. It is fast paced with interesting characters.  It will appeal to many different people with a wide range of interests.  I can't wait for his second novel!
2187512
I love it when I pick up a book by a new author who I have not read before, and find that the author is capable in character and plot development. Ellis is a good writer at both of these particulars, not great, but definitely so good at what she does that her mysteries deserve a five star rating. For those readers who enjoy intelligent mysteries, her books will be a nice addition. Her Wesley Peterson, a black detective, seems to be an intelligent fellow with a different background in archaeology. This background comes of some use (and brings him in contact with hilarious 'tree-huggers' and friends from universities with agendas of their own) in a mystery involving two women separated by centuries who are hung for crimes they didn't commit. Nice to see we Americans are not the only ones who lynched first, and asked questions (or not!) later.
Ellis' characters are definitely characters. I love Wesley's boss, a lonely widower who is looking for friends. Part of the ability to draw realistic characters is the ability to observe real human beings and their reactions to normal life, which includes loved ones dying from cancer and the subsequent need of those left behind to find something to do with themselves besides work. If the reader can sympathize with the character, then the author has done a good job.
As always, I enjoy reading British writers and really enjoy reading mysteries with a historical bent. I had no idea about the existence of art called "Jesse Trees" which are an artistic rendering of the geneaology of Jesus. I am so intrigued by this I plan to look up some more information on these 'trees'...
Karen Sadler,
Science Education,
University of Pittsburgh
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I can allways countbon her books to be great! You can tell that she enjoys the art of writing by the quality of the storytelling and the realness of the characters.