Ride Promise

Advantages: Myron is back after 6 years!
Disadvantages: Not necessarily the best one to start on if you've not read any Bolitars before

...The main genre that I read is crime fiction and it wasn't until the last couple of years that I started to read Harlan Coben books. Now I've read most his novels and can't decide on whether I prefer his Myron Bolitar series or his stand alone novels. Most people I have spoken to prefer one or the other but I think they are all very good and would struggle to decide. So it was no surprise that I was pleased when I saw that Coben had written another Bolitar book after a 6-year break. 'Promise Me' opens up with Dr Edna Skylar who has spotted Katie Rochester, a girl who is missing. The girl appears as if she is okay and realises that she has been recognised and tells her not to tell anyone that she saw her. Edna speculates if she means it or whether the man she is with is holding her captive. Straight away I was trying to guess if she... Read review

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Advantages: Brilliantly written.
Disadvantages: Some bad language, but all in context.

...saves his fathers life and this marks a change in their relationship, Charlie becomes the strong, capable one and his father, Charles becomes weaker and somehow resentful rather than grateful. There are more, so many more. SO WILL YOU ENJOY IT? This novel can be read on many levels, if the symbolism goes over your head thats fine because its a good story, you really want to know how things will work out for each character. If you enjoy a bloody well written multi-layered novel then there is plenty here to keep you happy, this is no AGA saga. The standard of writing is high and I will definitely be looking for other books by this author. BOOK INFO Title - The Promise of Happiness Author - Justin Cartwright Publisher - Bloomsbury Press For a free reading guide especially suitable for book groups email readersgroups... Read review

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Advantages: Consistency of tracks, smooth melodies.
Disadvantages: Might be a bit cliché for some. Not the strongest vocals.

...I couldn?t review the ?Best Of? compilation without reviewing my favourite Sade album: ?Promise? is the 2nd album by Sade and was released in 1985. Essentially it is a continuation of where the 1st album ?Diamond Life? left off and I would characterise the sound as smooth easy-listening with jazzy tones. In my opinion Sade have improved on their debut effort by consistently delivering more refined melodies and lyrics. Tracks on this album make frequent use of sax, guitar, bongos and piano to create a harmonious whole. Here is a rundown of each song: 1. "Is It a Crime"? 6:20 The opening track, a straightforward jazz tune on unrequited love, is an album highlight for me due to its seductive sax solo and the soothing effect of Sade?s sultry voice. She may not have the strongest vocals and the instruments threaten to overwhelm her... Read review

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