Tag Archives: Thrillers

Here’s One Reason I Enjoy a Lee Child Book

Posted on July 17, 2014 by Marion

I know I go on about Lee Childs and his fictional almost-super-hero character, Ramblin’ Man Jack Reacher. His plots go from implausible at best to outright ridiculous, and I don’t care. They are warm popcorn, coated in fresh melted butter, … Continue reading →

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Bad Men, by John Connolly

Posted on April 21, 2014 by Marion

It’s rare that the Irish writer of dark thrillers, John Connolly, disappoints me. Bad Men might be the first time, now that I think about it. Published in 2004, this thriller is not part of the fallen angel Charlie Parker … Continue reading →

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The Checklist of Seven

Posted on May 23, 2010 by Marion

Lots of research about a strange or obscure topic?  Check.  Famous or exotic location?  Check.  Moderately attractive woman who is a success in her (usually scientific) field?  Check.  Guidebook-quality descriptions?  Check.  Physically freakish villain with implausible motivation?  Check.  Very short … Continue reading →

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