One of Alex Finlay"s strengths is his solid pacing and characters that are non offensive and relatable. The Parents Weekend is no exception, capitalizing on all of Finlay 's strengths. In this thriller five students, some from exceedingly elite backgrounds go missing before meeting up with their parents. The plot is full of twists and turns that will keep the reading turning the pages. One aspect I especially enjoy about Finlay 's writing is the mini cliffhangers at the end of every chapter. This novel has the thrill and glamour of peeking into the lives and foibles of the ultra rich and powerful combined with an engaging mystery that allows the reader to piece together clues. A fun summer read for fans of Mr. Finlay.

This is a fun summer read... for most of the book. Garcia is a pro at crafting, devious female characters that the reader loves to hate. In this mystery, we are introduced to Faith, a weather girl, with a devoted fan club worthy of a rock star. From the outside and too her fans, Faith is the perfect celebrity. To her coworkers she is a loathsome diva. Slowly, the reader unearths her true personality. What I enjoyed most was the glimpses into newsroom dynamics which from the outside appear so glamorous but for those working in the industry can be quite a grind. This is a genuinely enjoyable, easy summer read, perfect for curling up on a veranda and sipping a cool lemonade. I did not fully enjoy the ending or some of the characters decisions, but it was still a worthwhile ride.

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This book was amazing. It had me on the edge of my seat trying to figure out who the "bad guy" was!

I have loved this book since I was three??

This is an excellent start to a new series by Tana French. The two main characters: mysterious teenager Trey Reddy and retired, emotionally scared Cal Hooper are especially appealing. At first Cal doesn't know what to make of Trey. He isn't even certain if she is male or female. She dresses in androgenous clothes and reveals nothing about her life. All he knows is Trey is persistent. Once she learns he was a detective, she is determined to enlist Cal's help in finding her beloved older brother, one of the few people in Trey's life who has shown her kindness. The novel shows the insularity of rural Irish life where villagers close ranks even when something very bad has occurred. This is a wonderful mystery which slowly develops the friendship and trust between Trey, whose home life is blighted by a mother who can barely cope and an absent, ner'do-well father. The ending and the reasons for the "murder" are beyond tragic. The prose is poetic and fitting for the lyricism of the Irish countryside.

A Confederacy Of Dunces is a vivid classic that reminds one of Curb Your Enthusiasm in watching the escapades of Ignatius Reily and the other characters reacting to him. He's an iconic character who reminds me of the frequented of r/antiwork and the others (George, Darlene, Mrs. Reily) each have their own unique charm

A hilarious story of a boy who brings a historical figure to the future, and they both help each other out

Abby Jimenez always does a great job romantic comedies. This was worth the several months' wait!

I loved the beautiful ballet fairy!