I finished Mind Game, the 2nd book in the Ghost Walkers series a couple of days ago, and I have to say, as always, I was highly impressed. Christine Feehan is a master of paranormal romance and this was no exception. This book was one I hated to put down between the suspense of what was going to happen and the sizzling attraction between the main characters.

Dahlia LeBlanc is a Ghost Walker. One of Dr. Peter Whitney’s first psychic enhancement experiments, she has powers that can amaze and frighten all at once. The only problem is, as with other Ghost Walkers, her natural psychic barriers have been torn down and she can’t function near people. Nicolas Trevane is the same way - but his is a preference to be alone rather than a need in order to be safe. But when Dahlia and Nicolas meet, sparks fly and that attraction just can’t be denied. Add to this that Nicolas is an anchor and Dahlia desperately needs one, and you’ve got the makings of a great match.

But when danger strikes, it’s going to take as many resources as possible to find out what’s going on. Betrayal and murder abound - and the ending is one you’ll never guess. I couldn’t even begin to guess at the ending, and I’m usually pretty good at that.

Another five star book from Christine Feehan. This is my fourth and final book for the RIP III Challenge. I hope to participate again next year.

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I am now PodCasting my book reviews, starting with the first three Grant County books by Karin Slaughter. You can listen to me blathering on about the books if you click in that little box to your right.

Have fun, and please don’t laugh at my voice.

Ok, so here are the questions for this weeks Booking Through Thursday….

What was the last book you bought?

“Kisscut” by Karin Slaughter

Name a book you have read MORE than once

Stephen King’s “The Stand” Uncut version

Has a book ever fundamentally changed the way you see life? If yes, what was it?

Wicca - A Guide for the Solitary Practitioner - Scott Cunningham

How do you choose a book? eg. by cover design and summary, recommendations or reviews

Usually whatever catches my eye as I walk by.

Do you prefer Fiction or Non-Fiction?

Fiction - I have enough reality to deal with. LOL

What’s more important in a novel - beautiful writing or a gripping plot?

Gripping plot - I can’t finish the book of the plot sucks.

Most loved/memorable character (character/book)

Lestat/ Vampire Chronicles

Which book or books can be found on your nightstand at the moment?

“The Friday Night Knitting Club”

What was the last book you’ve read, and when was it?

“A Faint Cold Fear” by Karin Slaughter - finished it on 10/10/2008.

Have you ever given up on a book half way in?

Yes I have - several times.

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Ok, so book 3 is finished and I need to obtain copies of books 4 & 5. Right now that’s going to have to wait, as I’m out of $$ and out of credits at Paperback Swap. In any case, “A Faint Cold Fear” is just as much of a thrill ride as the first two books in the series.

Start out with an apparent suicide, which bring tragedy to Sara Linton and her family when her sister is attacked near the scene of the crime. Then another apparent suicide turns up, causing Jeffrey and Sara to question whether there is a murderer on the loose. Add to this former detective Lena Adams, who is now a security guard at the college and yet another murder - this time on the college staff. Plus, it appears that Lena’s getting involved with someone and that the someone in question might not be the best person for her.

I couldn’t bear to put this book down and I can’t wait to get a copy of the next book, Indelible.

Another 5 star book - and number 3 in the RIP III Challenge.

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Ok, so I finished the 2nd book in the Grant County Series by Karin Slaughter called “Kisscut.” Another absolutely awesome read. Yet another “can’t put it down” book. And believe me, I’m almost finished with book 3 and it’s the same way.

When a teenager is killed in the local skating rink parking lot, pediatrician and part-time medical examiner Sara Linton makes some horrifying discoveries during the autopsy. There are things that just don’t add up and it’s up to Sara, Jeffrey, and Lena to figure them out. What they find will horrify you, but you just won’t be able to put that book down. You’ll have to find out what happens next.

This book takes twists and turns and keeps you guessing the entire time you’re reading it. Believe me when I say that you will most definitely be begging for more, and will go looking for the next book in the series as soon as you finish “Kisscut.”

Another 5 star book from Karin Slaughter, this is my final book in the 28 in 20008 challenge and book 2 in the R.I.P. Challenge.

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