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It Pays to Read Lisa Scottoline's New Book

Devil’s Corner, Lisa Scottoline’s (Dead Ringer & Killer Smile) newest legal thriller, will be released next week in hardcover and on CD. You can read a sample chapter at Barnes & Noble.com.

If you like what you read and pre-order a copy, the author will send you another of her books free – she even covers the shipping. If you order two, she’ll send you a tote bag.

Here are the details from Scottoline’s website.

"Lisa is very loyal, and she appreciates and values loyalty. She also likes to reward loyalty. So, if you pre-order Lisa's newest book, Devil's Corner, before it goes on sale on May 31st and send Lisa the receipt, she will send you, completely free, a Scottoline paperback of your choice. As always, the shipping and handling costs are on Lisa, with her thanks.

To get your beach tote, all you need to do is send Lisa the retail store register receipt or comparable proof-of-purchase for two copies of Devil's Corner (hardcover, audio, or large print format) — and the bag is yours. No charge for the bag, or for the shipping and handling. It's on Lisa, with thanks for your kindness — and for spreading the word."

For the free paperback:

Mail your receipt and your full name and address and your choice of free paperback to:
Lisa Scottoline
Free Paperback Promotion
PMB 123
1708 E. Lancaster Ave.
Paoli, PA 19301-1553

For the totebag:
Lisa Scottoline
Tote Bag Offer
PMB 123
1708 E. Lancaster Ave.
Paoli, PA 19301-1553

Don’t Go Down The Blind Alley

I just couldn’t finish Blind Alley. The plot defies logic. No one is likeable. Everyone is angry and the conflicts are contrived. The story telling and stilted dialog are right out of a bad romance novel.

The producers of this audio book clearly missed the exit. Author Iris Johansen tries to bring some intensity to her dialog by having speakers cut each other off in mid-sentence. The audio editors don’t seem to get the concept. Characters simply stop speaking; several beats pass, then comes the “interruption.” It’s like listening to people on Thorazine, talk.

Better production may have helped this story. A better story may have overcome the amateur production. But the combination is deadly.

Preview Dean Koontz’ Velocity

Velocity won't be released until May 24 but you can listen to an audio excerpt now at Koontz’ website. You can also hear clips of Odd Thomas, The Taking and Life Expectancy.

S is for Silence Arrives in Time for Christmas

"S" Is for Silence, the nineteenth novel in Sue Grafton’s alphabet series, is scheduled for release on December 6th. So far, there is no advance word on Kinsey's newest adventure.

Dragon Tears Smacks the Top of the Creepy-Meter

Pitted against an enemy with unfathomable paranormal power, two detectives have until dawn to save their own lives. They have no leads and know precious little about their tormentor, who is impossibly strong, impervious to weapons and can appear and disappear at will. Clearly, the usual police techniques will not work in Dragon Tears.

The situation seems hopeless but the detectives run themselves ragged to find out who or what is after them. In the course of this terrifying night, the pair is physically and philosophically challenged. They find their attitudes changing as they are stressed to the breaking point.

The villain is diabolically unique and Dean Koontz’ lavish details make you feel as if you’re there. Narrator Jay O. Sanders (Mr. Murder) sets the perfect creepy tone.

This audio book will make you drive around the block a few times.
You can hear a sample of Dragon Tears at
Audible.


Audible unabridged download

Amazon unabridged on CD & cassette

Broken Prey is Unstoppable

I started listening to Broken Prey yesterday and couldn’t put it down. I walked miles on the treadmill, folded laundry, trimmed my citrus trees and hedges all to keep listening. Finally I had to stop because, so far, you can’t take an iPod into the shower.

Broken Prey begins with a murder. A maniac is killing people in the most gruesome of ways. Lots of clues point to one man but he doesn’t fit the profile. Is he with someone else, manipulated by someone else, just along for the ride? Are they looking for the wrong guy? Is the killer really a woman? Lucas can’t get the pieces of this puzzle to fit together. There's only one thing he's sure of. The killer won’t stop until they catch him and he's picking up the pace.

Red herrings galore, nail biting suspense and just enough comic relief make this one of the best “Prey” books yet. You can listen to an excerpt of John Sanford’s Broken Prey at Audible.




Booksamillion Abridged on CD

Amazon Unabridged on CD

Audible Unabridged and Abridged Downloads

Elmore's "The Hot Kid" Smoldering on Shelves Now

Out of the dust bowl of Oklahoma, Leonard Elmore’s The Hot Kid arrives today.

The story is set in depression era Oklahoma, where lawman number one meets outlaw wannabe number one.

You can read an excerpt of The Hot Kid at Elmore's weblog. There is also a podcast interview with Elmore about The Hot Kid.

This marks novel number 40 for the prolific Elmore whose books inspired the movies, Hombre, Get Shorty & Be Cool to name a few.

Also available this week:

Countdown by Iris Johansen

Bangkok Tattoo by John Burdett.

Genevieve by Eric Jerome Dickey

Dean Koontz's Newest Arrives May 24th

Dean Koontz is back with a new audio book sure to keep you on the edge of your car seat.

This from Koontz' web site:

"Koontz's next hardcover novel, VELOCITY, packs a wallop. With the pacing and tradition of Intensity, it is sure to be a reader favorite. Want an early glimpse into this breath-taking ride? Make sure you're signed up for the Dean Koontz e-newsletter. All members will receive three pre-publication excerpts in the weeks leading up to the May 24th on sale of VELOCITY. Only newsletter subscribers will receive this special offer, so sign up today!"

If you like what you read, you can order the audio version from Amazonfor %34 off and get free shipping.