These are books I have come to enjoy over the years. They left a strong imprint and inspired me to write my own stories. Books are my resting place, escape, and unimaginable joy.
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A Favorite of Mine
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Beloved Childhood Books
A Favorite of Mine
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I liked the way the story was written. Each detail, each moment, drew me in. I couldn't put down the book until every last detail was read.
The Surgeon (Rizzoli and Isles Series #1) by Tess Gerritsen, Paperback
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After I read this one, I couldn't wait for the next one to come out. The main character was always finding herself in awkward situations that had me in tears of laughter.
One for the Money (Stephanie Plum, #1) by Janet Evanovich
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The suspense here is unmatched. It was so intense seeing the villain return—I honestly couldn't put this one down.
The Apprentice - Tess Gerritsen
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A dark, gripping mystery involving nuns and deep secrets. This one kept me guessing and was such a great read.
The Sinner book by Tess Gerritsen
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Along Came a Spider The one that started it all. Alex Cross vs. one of the creepiest villains ever. Hooked me from page one.
Along Came a Spider book by James Patterson
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Kiss the Girls Darker, faster, two killers on opposite coasts. This is the book that made me obsessed with the series.
Kiss the Girls book by James Patterson
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Jack and Jill Politicians getting assassinated while a child is killed near Cross's own son's school. It gets personal and it hits hard.
Jack & Jill book by James Patterson
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Cat & Mouse Gary Soneji is back for revenge. Pure chess match energy. The ending left me stunned.
Cat & Mouse book by James Patterson
Beloved Childhood Books
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The Bad Beginning — Meet the Baudelaire orphans and Count Olaf. Dark, funny, and unlike anything I'd ever read as a kid.
The Bad Beginning book by Lemony Snicket
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The Reptile Room — Uncle Monty is the guardian you wish they could keep. Spoiler: they can't.
The Reptile Room book by Lemony Snicket
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Angus, Thongs and Full-Frontal Snogging — Georgia Nicolson had me crying laughing. The diary format is perfection.
Angus, Thongs and Full-Frontal Snogging book by Louise Rennison
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When I read this book, I found it to be quite strange but captivating.