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Amazonia, by James Rollins

This book is pure adventure–it starts out with a man walking out of the Brazilian jungle in a delirium and dying soon after. There are two things puzzling about this: … Read more

Lethal, by Sandra Brown

This was a pretty good mystery, and will keep you guessing right up to the very end. It makes sense, except for one secret that holds the key to the … Read more

Empires of Sand, by David Ball

An epic story covering two generations and two continents. It starts in 1800’s France, with two young boys who narrowly escape death by a wild boar. A passing priest happens … Read more

Pathfinder, by Orson Scott Card

Science fiction bordering on fantasy. The concept is very unique, and is what makes the book such an interesting read. It’s about three characters who all have unique abilities–not as superheroes, but powerful nonetheless. They’re all centered around time travel: One can see where people have traveled in the past; one can actually travel into the past; and one can move forward in time. These are all important survival ttraits, as they’re being chased by a truly evil Queen.

This quote will give you a taste of what they’re escaping:

“She likes us,” said Umbo. “I know, I could feel it too,” said Rigg. “She’s really glad to have us here. I think she loves us like her own children. Whom she murdered and cut up into the stew. They were delicious.” 

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Agent to the Stars, by John Scalzi

A great mixture of comedy and syfy. An alien race wants to introduce themselves to the human race, but because they’re physically repulsive, they hire a Hollywood agent to ensure … Read more

The Litigators, by John Grisham

Remember the opening of the movie Falling Down, with Michael Douglas? That’s pretty much how this book starts out. Then after spending all day in a bar, our hero walks … Read more

Whiteout, by Ken Follet

Stupid rabbit. Yes, the little bunny causes all kinds of headaches for this thief with the perfect plan. He’s deep in gambling debt, and he’s offered a way out. All … Read more