Friday, January 14, 2011

Hero Worship

Looking for mystery, suspense, romance? Here are several authors who combine them all, making their books the perfect winter getaway.


Midnight in Ruby Bayou by Elizabeth Lowell-A quest for perfect rubies leads to murder, mayhem and a brush with the Russian Mafia. This is part of a series about a family involved in jewel trade. (Similar popular authors: Nora Roberts, Jayne Ann Krentz)


Shadow Dance by Linda Howard-A wedding reception comes to a halt as tales of an ancient Scottish feud between the two families bring dire warnings. The investigation leads the bride's best friend to Serenity, TX where things are not so serene. (Similar popular authors: Judith McNaught, Heather Graham)




Walking After Midnight by Karen Robards-"Frankenstein" rises from the dead at the local mortuary and kidnaps the cleaning lady. They learn that looks aren't everything as they run for their lives. (Similar popular authors: Linda Howard, Catherine Coulter)




Into the Night by Suzanne Brockmann-Navy SEALS fight terrorists by day and groupies by night. More complications occur when the President's daughter comes for a visit. This book is one of a series of books by this author about a group of Navy SEALS. (Similar popular authors: Marliss Melton, Dee Hendersen)




Body Movers by Stephanie Bond-A rich girl's daddy leaves her and her little brother flat broke. She has to make ends meet by picking up men-dead men. This is the first in a series. (Similar popular authors: Jennifer Cruise, Beverly Barton)

Friday, January 7, 2011

Medieval helpdesk

Back when working the Reference Desk was easy....