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LunarEclipse's Reviews |
4.0 stars
I was hooked right from page 1. Each character had there own unique voice and mannerisms that they could easily be pictured. This book is about ten people coming together on a little island owned by U.N. Owen (Unknown). Each person came there for a separate reason, but they are unaware that the original reason is for them to pay for past crimes they committed. I've mentioned it before, but I have a bad tendency to look at the last page before actually reading to the last page, so I caught a glimpse of who the killer was. However, towards the end of the book, I started doubting myself thanks to the clever writing of Agatha Cristie. What a well written book, I'm glad I've finally read one of her books, I'll definitely be reading more. (read less)
I was hooked right from page 1. Each character had there own unique voice and mannerisms that they could easily be pictured. This book is about ten people coming together on a little island owned by U.N. Owen (Unknown). Each person came there for a separate reason, but they are unaware that the original reason is for them to pay for past crimes they committed. I've mentioned it before, but I have a bad tendency to look at the last page before actually reading to the last page, so ... (read more)
0.0 star
Hilarious as usual, but left me wondering, "where's the story?" It really felt as if it should have been a mini sequel, leading us into the next release (Which I'm impatiently waiting for).
The jist of it though was to introduce a new character into the series, Betsy's devil-spawned sister. A goody goody, who rebels against her mother's plans for her to rule the world.
A wonderful book, but save the money until either paperback or until the next book in the series comes out. Although you probably will not miss much if you skip this book. A bit harsh, considering I absolutely love this author. (read less)
Hilarious as usual, but left me wondering, "where's the story?" It really felt as if it should have been a mini sequel, leading us into the next release (Which I'm impatiently waiting for).
The jist of it though was to introduce a new character into the series, Betsy's devil-spawned sister. A goody goody, who rebels against her mother's plans for her to rule the world.
A wonderful book, but save the money until either paperback or until the next book in the series comes out. Alt... (read more)
0.0 star
This is one fantastic book to curl up to. Graham Masterton is one of the only people that I have seen to be able to pull of both first person and third person views. The scenes that were rendered within my imagination were very much real, and it's all thanks to his unique ability to paint a clear picture.
I will definitely be picking up more of his books in the future.
2.0 stars
A pretty decent mystery, that I'll probably continue with, providing she comes out with another one in this series
0.0 star
This book, although Fred did sound much like Betsy (Undead Series), was fantastic. What can I say, I lurv MJD. She can do no wrong.
0.0 star
I've had this book on my bookshelf for over three years, and finally picked it up to read. What an amazing story, it's a shame I waited so long.
0.0 star
This book was horrible at first, I forced my way through it. It does pick up, but it's mediocre at best.
0.0 star
It was a little slow to get into, but in the end it was worth finishing. The Egyptologist is among one of my favorites. There was so much description that it was hard not to imagine the scenery unfolding.
0.0 star
Pepper Martin is a smart, attractive girl with an extra skill up her sleeve. She can see and speak with the dead. Nothing that she ever wants to admit to, and certainly not a gift that she wants to have.
In this third installment I thought the book got along pretty quickly, but by the end it started to drag. I raced through the last 50 pages or so to get the book finished. The book ended nicely enough, but with Pepper having a pity party every other page or so at the end I was beginning to wonder why I should keep reading? I will say though that when the next one comes out, I will be picking it up. (read less)
Pepper Martin is a smart, attractive girl with an extra skill up her sleeve. She can see and speak with the dead. Nothing that she ever wants to admit to, and certainly not a gift that she wants to have.
In this third installment I thought the book got along pretty quickly, but by the end it started to drag. I raced through the last 50 pages or so to get the book finished. The book ended nicely enough, but with Pepper having a pity party every other page or so at the end I was be... (read more)
3.5 stars
Beginning - Started out well enough, quickly went sour. First off, the book is about a woman (Maggie) who loses her job and within that same day gains a new one from a woman (Felicity) she has never meant. And there starts the most irritating character I have ever read. Without spoiling too much, the new boss Felicity is a suspect in her sisters murder and since Maggie has only known her for oh maybe twenty four hours at that point, decides that Felicity is the most innocent person on the planet, and she is hell bent on proving it. I am reminded of a lap dog. I just cannot imagine a person doing everything Maggie does in this book for someone they've known for such a short time.
Middle - A few times I threw this book down in disgust. I would wander over to my husband and share my opinions of the book with him. The book continues along in the same thread of how Maggie must stop the entire town of thinking bad things about her new boss. She must prove to everyone that her new boss is the greatest person in the world. All the while, snubbing family, and hiding out in her apartment when she gets a date out of fear.
End - The end was not all half bad. It, like the middle, is about proof of greatness on her bosses behalf. The ending tied everything up nice and neatly, and shows that Maggie might become a better character in the next book.
Overall - I tortured myself to make it through this one, all the while thinking to other books that I would like to start. Others that still hold promise of being a good book. So people, if you are looking for a very light book, this is it. If you are looking for a character that you will love, who knows, maybe this is it, but it certainly was not for me. I will say though that there may still be a chance that I will pick up the next book in line, as the main character (Maggie) shows promise, and there were other character in the book that I fell in love with, i.e., Steph and Annie.
Favorite page - "Margo extended a regally limp hand, looking half as though she expected me to kiss it. "Maggie O'Neill. 'Maggie O'Neill..." She paused thoughtfully. "Did we go to school together?"
With anyone else, such a memory lapse was forgivable. With Margo, the smirk glittering in her hard eyes made it clear that she remembered me all too well. She just meant to be insulting.
Well, two could play at that game. "Did we? Sorry, I guess I don't remember. It has a been a loooong time. Were you a few years ahead of me?"" (read less)
Beginning - Started out well enough, quickly went sour. First off, the book is about a woman (Maggie) who loses her job and within that same day gains a new one from a woman (Felicity) she has never meant. And there starts the most irritating character I have ever read. Without spoiling too much, the new boss Felicity is a suspect in her sisters murder and since Maggie has only known her for oh maybe twenty four hours at that point, decides that Felicity is the most innocent perso... (read more)