Kate’s 2¢: “AN Act of Love” by Nancy Thayer

“AN Act of Love” by Nancy Thayer

NOTE: 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 her thoughts about what she reads. Inho…

   Successfully raising a blended family can be tricky. This story addresses some of the issues and possible solutions. Cyn Delafield Did a good job of narrating this novel.

Nancy Thayer – Wikipedia

Nancy Thayer is a bestselling author of more than 30 novels. She was born in Emporia, Kansas, in 1943. She lives in Massachusetts with her second husband, Charley Walters. She has two children, Joshua Thayer and Samantha Wilde. Her daughter has followed in her footsteps, also becoming a successful author.

From NLS/BARD/LOC:

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Thayer, Nancy. Reading time: 10 hours, 21 minutes.

Read by Cyn Delafield.

Human Relations

Family

Linda and Owen McFarland’s marriage falls apart when Linda’s teenage daughter Emily attempts suicide after being raped. Emily accuses her older stepbrother Bruce of the attack, but he vehemently denies it. Each parent struggles with conflicting emotions until the truth finally comes out. Explicit descriptions of sex and strong language. 1997.

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Kate’s 2¢: “Immortal Longing” by Chloe Gong

“Immortal Longing” by Chloe Gong

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   This was one of seven stories sent to me by NLS  on a cartridge. I’m not into fantasy fiction, although I did read some of this story that is part of the Flesh and False Gods trilogy.

   The narrative arc seemed okay, but the bit about bouncing in and out of other people’s bodies was something I couldn’t swallow.

Chloe Gong – Wikipedia

About Chloe Gong: Chloe Gong is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of the critically acclaimed Secret Shanghai novels, as well as the Flesh and False Gods trilogy. Her books have been published in over twenty countries and have been featured in the New York Times, PEOPLE, Forbes and more.

   She has a younger sister and brother. She was raised on the North Shore in Auckland, New Zealand, and attended Rangitoto College. While growing up in New Zealand, Gong was immersed in Chinese culture at home, speaking Shanghainese, cooking Chinese food, and celebrating Chinese holidays.

FromNLS/BARD/LOC:

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Gong, Chloe Reading time: 12 hours, 2 minutes.

Jeena Yi

Fantasy Fiction

Bestsellers

Romance

“Every year, thousands in the kingdom of Talin will flock to its capital twin cities, San-Er, where the palace hosts a set of games. For those confident enough in their ability to jump between bodies, competitors across San-Er fight to the death to win unimaginable riches. Princess Calla Tuoleimi lurks in hiding. Five years ago, a massacre killed her parents and left the palace of Er empty…and she was the one who did it. Before King Kasa’s forces in San can catch her, she plans to finish the job and bring down the monarchy. Her reclusive uncle always greets the victor of the games, so if she wins, she gets her opportunity at last to kill him. Enter Anton Makusa, an exiled aristocrat. His childhood love has lain in a coma since they were both ousted from the palace, and he’s deep in debt trying to keep her alive. Thankfully, he’s one of the best jumpers in the kingdom, flitting from body to body at will. His last chance at saving her is entering the games and winning. Calla finds both an unexpected alliance with Anton and help from King Kasa’s adopted son, August, who wants to mend Talin’s ills. But the three of them have very different goals, even as Calla and Anton’s partnership spirals into something all-consuming. Before the games close, Calla must decide what she’s playing for—her lover or her kingdom.” — Provided by publisher. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. Bestseller.

Kate’s 2¢: “The Red Scream” by Mary Willis Walker

“The Red Scream” by Mary Willis Walker

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   I enjoyed this tory, which was ably read by Carole Jordan Stewart. Wile the ending might surprise you, it is logical and understandable.

Mary Willis Walker – Wikipedia

 Mary Willis Walker M W About the Author Mary Willis Walker is the author of Zero at the Bone, which won both the Agatha and Macavity awards and was nominated for an Edgar; The Red Scream, winner of the Edgar Award; and Under the Beetle’s Cellar, recipient of the Hammett Prize, the Anthony Award, and the Macavity Award. She lives in Austin, Texas.

   She returned to her maiden name of Mary Willis, but continued to published as Mary Willis Walker, which, she wrote in an article for the New York Times Magazine, she now considers a pen name. She continues to live in Austin. She began writing in her mid-forties, which she characterized as ” ‘pretty late to start’ “.

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Walker, Mary Willis. Reading time: 12 hours, 44 minutes.

Read by Carole Jordan Stewart.

Mystery and Detective Stories

A decade after confessing to the murder of Texas socialite Tiny McFarland, serial killer Louie Bronk faces execution. But journalist Molly Cates, who wrote a book on his crime, is beginning to have doubts about his guilt: Tiny’s widower’s second wife has been murdered, and so has a key player in Bronk’s conviction. Now Bronk is changing his story–or is it just his death-row red scream? Strong language, violence, and some descriptions of sex.

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