By Desiree Holt
I make it a habit when reading for pleasure to read the opposite of what I write. I don’t ever want to take the chance of another writer’s voice bleeding into mine. I love reading what other erotic authors write but since I’m usually ass deep in at least two projects I don’t get much chance to indulge. Instead, I’ve found genres that really keep my interest.
Straight romance is one
of them, the kind that gives you warm and fuzzy feelings. I am addicted to
Marie Force’s McCarthy’s of Gansett Island series. So much so that I have
actually reread most of the current eight books at least three times, some of
them even more. Oh, not the entire book, but the really feel-good sections that
put a smile on my face. She had an incredible way with words and is an exceptional
storyteller. Having a hard day? Upset about something? Wish it would stop
raining on your parade? Pick up one of these books. They’re better than a glass
of wine, and that’s saying something.
I also love to read
thrillers. My current favorite authors are Brad Thor, the late Vince Flynn and
Allison Brennan. They all know how to pull you into the story from the first
page and create unforgettable plots. The problem with their books is once you
start one you can’t put it down. I’ve spent too many late nights propping my
eyelids open because I just had to finish the book. Pick up anything by any of
these authors. You can’t go wrong.
And now I’m reading a
book that doesn’t belong in either genre. Do you watch LONGMIRE on television.
I have to say, first of all, I am in love with Robert Taylor, the actor who
plays Longmire. He can put his shoes under my bed any time. My friend Camryn
Rhys recently was able to get me a signed copy of A Serpent’s Tooth, the latest in the series by Craig Johnson, on
which the series is based.
Lordy, that man can
write. His prose is clean, his dialogue crisp, and he really makes you “see”
his characters. He has the uncanny ability to inject just the right touch of
humor in a serious plot. I am actually trying to force myself to read this more
slowly than I usually do because…I don’t want the books to end!
I am pretty stingy with
the reviews I post but these authors are always on my Must Review list. Try
them! You’ll like them!
And come visit me
whenever you can.
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Hi, Desiree,
ReplyDeleteI definitely know the "can't put it down" problem. That's been responsible for some very bleary days on my part!
I really really think we are "soul sisters," Desiree. I could have written(not half as well as you did) the first two thirds of this post. I haven't read any books by Craig Johnson yet though. Guess I'd better look into that.
ReplyDeleteI have trouble sticking with any book that ISN'T a 'can't put it down' kinda number. One excellent work is Anais Nin's Diaries, that I tend read in bed. Part can't put it down, part historical content with notable characters, but her lovely prose still lulls me to sleep.
ReplyDeleteI have read that before. It still stands the test of time.
ReplyDeleteFor sweet romance I go to Catherine Anderson,or Kay Springsteen. For suspense Maya Banks or Shiloh Walker
ReplyDeleteThanks for the book recommendations, Desiree. I will have to check them out.
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