Kate’s 2¢: “The Hive” by Gregg Olsen

“The Hive” by Gregg Olsen

Kate’s 2¢: There is a plethora of in-depth biographies of authors and reviews of their books, that state the title, author, published date, and genre; as well as,     describing what the book is about, setting, and character(s), so, Kate’s 2¢ merely shares my thoughts about what I read.  I’m just saying…

   David Hartley-Margolin is one of my favorite readers and he didn’t disappoint me with this story.

I can see how Olsen would be a NYTIMES best seller.  “The Hive” kept my mind on alert for the clue that would tell me who did what.  The narrative arc seemed to jump back and forth, but, the dates were clearly stated. Take notes if you need to. The tie-in from he/she/one is early in the story. The full truth comes out near the end of the book.  It is a good read.

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Olsen has received awards and acclaim for his writing. The Deep Dark: Disaster and Redemption in America’s Richest Silver Mine was selected as “Idaho Book of the Year” in 2006 by the Idaho Libraries Association and was a finalist for a Spur Award for best contemporary historical nonfiction book by the Western Writers of America. In 2007, The Deep Dark was also selected by Boise State University as its first-year read for incoming freshmen. Starvation Heights was selected by Washington State Library and the Washington Secretary of State for its annual “Everybody Reads” literary program for books that contribute to the culture of the state.

Starvation Heights, a crime novel, was adapted for the stage by Portland, Oregon playwright Ginny Foster and debuted as a part of the National New Play Festival in July 2008. It was announced in January 2009 that the book was optioned by producer Jason Fogelson and Pulitzer Prize-winner Tracy Letts for a film adaptation with Letts named as writing the script.[1] It also was listed as a New York Times bestseller at number 7 on December 28, 2014 in e-book nonfiction.[2]

In 2012, Envy, a novel by Olsen, was Washington State Library’s choice to represent Washington in the Pavilion of the States at the 2012 National Book Festival.[3]

Olsen has appeared on “Good Morning America,” “The Early Show,” Court TV, “Entertainment Tonight,” CNN, FOX News, 48 Hours, and other US and international TV programs discussing criminal cases. He lives in rural Olalla, Washington, with his wife, a graphic designer

From NLS/BARD/LOC:

The hive DB104652

Olsen, Gregg. Reading time: 12 hours, 32 minutes.

Read by David Hartley-Margolin.

Suspense Fiction

Mystery and Detective Stories

Psychological Fiction

Detective Lindsay Jackman investigates the murder of a young journalist found at the bottom of a ravine. Lindsay’s investigation leads to a wellness guru. But while Marnie Spellman has apparently communed with bees, she is also hiding the true secrets to her success. Strong language, some violence, and some descriptions of sex. 2021.

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Kate’s 2¢: “The Family Plot” by Megan Collins  

“The Family Plot” by Megan Collins  

Kate’s 2¢: There is a plethora of in-depth biographies of authors and reviews of their books, that state the title, author, published date, and genre; as well as,     describing what the book is about, setting, and character(s), so, Kate’s 2¢ merely shares my thoughts about what I read.  I’m just saying…

Yes, this is a very disturbing story. Thank goodness, it is fictional, but, then, one never knows what really goes on behind closed doors.

   I’m still thinking about the ending. I agree they all needed help, but, to get away with murder?

Megan Collins is the author of THE FAMILY PLOT, BEHIND THE RED DOOR, and THE WINTER SISTER. She taught creative writing for many years at both the high school and college level and is the managing editor of 3Elements Review. She lives in Connecticut.

She received her B.A. in English and Creative Writing from Wheaton College in Norton, Massachusetts, and she holds an M.F.A. in Creative Writing from Boston University, where she was a teaching fellow. She has taught creative writing.

From NLS/BARD/LOC:

The family plot: a novel DB105917

Collins, Megan. Reading time: 10 hours, 32 minutes.

Read by Emily Tremaine.

Suspense Fiction

Psychological Fiction

Twenty-six-year-old Dahlia Lighthouse is haunted by her upbringing in a secluded island mansion by true crime-obsessed parents. Her twin brother Andy disappeared when they were sixteen. But when she returns home after her father’s death, it’s to find Andy’s body in the plot. Her family’s reactions are disturbing. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. 2021.

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