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28. Seven Shades of Evil by Robert McCammon (@robertmccammon.com)
Set of short stories taking place in various spots in the Matthew Corbett timeline. Highlight is “Wandering Mary,” a gothic mystery with a possible haunting, windswept cliffs, secret exhumations, and so much more.
27. The King of Shadows by Robert McCammon (@robertmccammon.com)
Matthew and company inch closer to completing their quest for a supernatural artifact, but are sidetracked by an island that may be paradise, or may be the threshold of Hell. Lots of intrigue & some insight into two familiar villains.
26. Hatchet Girls by @joerlansdale.bsky.social
Hap and Leonard’s latest adventure is filled with typical Joe Lansdale raucousness —- there’s a meth-crazed hog, y’all —- and tinged with melancholy and a little sadness. An altogether enjoyable entry in the long-running series.
25. Cardinal Black by Robert McCammon (@robertmccammon.com)
Matthews’s side-quest to help his friends Hudson and Berry leads him straight into the proverbial wretched hive of scum and villainy. Bloodshed abounds and the pace is unrelenting. Sets the stage for the multi-volume end to the series.
24. Fletch and the Man Who by Gregory McDonald
Tells of Fletch’s time as press secretary for a leading presidential candidate —- a hard enough job as it is, made even harder when someone begins murdering women at every campaign stop. A fun, immersive read.
23. Freedom of the Mask by Robert McCammon (@robertmccammon.com)
The Matthew Corbett series is full steam ahead at this point. Mask begins with Corbett in a predicament, and ends with him on a mission. Features my favorite Corbett villain so far: Mother Deare. Long, but well-paced and fun.
22. Lay Your Armor Down by Michael Farris Smith
Two criminals, a tough, untethered woman, and a mysterious child who may or may not have powers beyond comprehension. Smith’s voice is unique and uniquely Southern, and this gothic tale from @littlebrown.bsky.social drips with dread and atmosphere.
21. The River of Souls by @robertmccammon.com
Fastest-paced entry in the Matthew Corbett series so far. An action-filled chase down a dangerous river filled with, and surrounded by, hungry gators, savage hunters, and deranged panthers, among other dangers. Fun read with a hell of a cliffhanger.
20. Bodock: Stories by Robert Busby (@robertbusbywrites.bsky.social) via @hubcitypress.bsky.social
Tales centered around the fictional town of Bodock and the real Mid-South Ice Storm of 1994. Busby writes characters with depth and warmth and examines hard truths with empathy, compassion and grit.
19. The Providence Rider by Robert McCammon (@robertmccammon.com)
Still reeling from his encounter with a vicious serial killer, Matthew Corbett is drawn into the web of his greatest enemy, Professor Fell. Brutally violent and action-packed entry in the excellent Corbett series.
18. The Mystery of the Crooked Man by Tom Spencer (@tellmelieslater.bsky.social)
The tale of Agatha Dorn, an archivist who discovers a lost manuscript from a beloved mystery writer. She enjoys minor fame & distinction until doubt is cast on her discovery & people start dying. Fun, refreshing read.
17. Never Flinch by Stephen King @stephenking.bsky.social
Another Holly Gibney book (always welcome to me!). Holly finds herself at the epicenter of 2 unrelated cases: a serial killer and a stalker. King weaves the plot together slowly, bringing everything together in the tense, explosive finale.
The government might not recognize it, but around here New @stephenking.bsky.social Book Day is a holiday.
28.05.2025 13:48 — 👍 3 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
16. King of Ashes by S.A. Cosby (@blacktopkid.bsky.social)
A family tragedy threatens the bond between 3 siblings, forcing them to confront years of secrets & regrets. Add in gangsters, crooked cops and back-room politics, & you’ve got a combustible situation, to say the least. Cosby’s best so far.
You’re welcome! Full review should be up at the CD website tomorrow.
28.04.2025 22:12 — 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
15. The Night Birds by Christopher Golden @cgolden.bsky.social
Tense, at times terrifying story of an ancient evil descending on a group of people hell-bent on protecting an innocent life. The unique, atmospheric, storm-tossed setting ratchets the familiar plot up to a different level.
14. The Long Home by William Gay
An act of violence ripples through a small community for years before it’s finally acknowledged and confronted. Gay’s debut novel is slow-paced but gorgeous in places.
13. Hellbox by Bill Pronzini
Tense entry in the “Nameless Detective” series sees the hero (who, it turns out, is called by his name in this book) searching for his wife, who was kidnapped after interrupting another man’s act of revenge. Multiple POV’s help propel the story at a rapid pace.
12: Big Two-Hearted River: Centennial Edition by Ernest Hemingway
Nick Adams does a little trout fishing —- and maybe a little soul-searching —- along the banks of a river. Quiet, elegant, peaceful, and beautiful tale, wonderfully told.
11. Mister Slaughter by @robertmccammon.com
The Matthew Corbett series really hits its stride in this third entry, as Corbett pursues a vicious serial killer who escaped his custody. A thrilling, bloody, and often surprising adventure.
10. White Line Fever by KC Jones (@pnwscribe.bsky.social)
A shortcut-gone-wrong story with an effectively terrifying twist. Four friends on a getaway run afoul of a malevolent force that turns their deepest fears against them. Scary, enthralling read.
Full review at @cemeterydance.bsky.social —- @christafaust.bsky.social bids a sad farewell to Angel Dare in THE GET OFF: www.cemeterydance.com/extras/revie.... @hardcasecrime.bsky.social @titanbooks.bsky.social
05.03.2025 03:54 — 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
Good start to this beautiful Sunday.
02.03.2025 17:18 — 👍 3 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0The lesson learned here is: don’t choose the oldest, jankiest bookcase you own to overload.
26.02.2025 02:36 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
Had a bookcase collapse today. Any recommendations for a good replacement?
26.02.2025 01:38 — 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 2 📌 0
9. Saint of the Narrows Street by @wmboyle4.bsky.social
A violent act of self-defense ends one life and sends three others spiraling with regret. A heartbreaker of a novel. An exceptional read.
Day 20! Choose 20 books that have stayed with you or influenced you. One book per day for 20 days, in no particular order. No explanations, no reviews, just covers. #BookSky #BookChallenge
16.02.2025 04:14 — 👍 4 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Day 19! Choose 20 books that have stayed with you or influenced you. One book per day for 20 days, in no particular order. No explanations, no reviews, just covers. #BookSky #BookChallenge
15.02.2025 02:46 — 👍 4 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
Day 18! Choose 20 books that have stayed with you or influenced you. One book per day for 20 days, in no particular order. No explanations, no reviews, just covers. #BookSky #BookChallenge
14.02.2025 01:58 — 👍 9 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
