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I am super late! @Eggs thanks for the tag!! And similarly, I want to get into more graphic novels. Although I didn‘t read comics growing up, I have seen some very interesting graphic novels that people seem to love! Also reading the tagged book about the comic book publishing industry piqued my interest.

I also want to read more literary gothic and literary horror novels, as well as more classics.
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I am SO BEHIND!! Excuse me while I dump a bunch of my “recent” reviews.

I gave this about 3.5 ⭐️s. The pacing made it hard for me to pick up at times, but I enjoyed reading about the 1970s comic book publishing world, and there was an inspiring message about creating the life you want and creatives pursuing their dreams. Light on the mystery but nailed the gritty NYC hard-boiled crime noir setting. I plan to read the sequel!

Set in 1970s New York, this book tells the story of a young woman who moves from Florida to NYC to work in the comics industry. It‘s not easy to break in as a woman however & then a betrayal by a friend, found murdered shortly after, leaves her reeling. This is a fun mystery, particularly for fans of comics, that dives deep into the world of comics, the pressures, the rivalries, the creative process. An entertaining read.

Carmen wants to write comics but is shut out by the misogyny of the industry teaming up with a coworker who might help her get published. When he is murdered without giving her credit for their blockbuster character, she must solve his murder to save her own skin and to maybe live to write more books. Definitely best for regular comics readers. Full review at http://booknaround.blogspot.com/2023/12/review-secret-identity-by-alex-segura.ht...

I bought this for my husband last year for Christmas and forgot so I bought it for him this year too. So I guess I‘ll read a copy and see which of our boys will get it in his stocking instead. 🤣

Themes: Comic Books, 1970‘s NYC, Women Kicking Butt and Taking Names

This was a solid read, I really enjoyed it from start to finish 👍 I could definitely see it as a Netflix series, for some reason I got major Daredevil vibes while reading it lol The audio book was great too! The voice was perfect for Carmen and the rest of the cast.

Visiting my family in Iowa and enjoying some nice deck reading 😎📖 “Secret Identity” by Alex Segura is a must read for any comic book fans, I could totally see this as a Netflix series!! I still have about 100 pages left, but I can‘t put it down!

So into “The Watcher”‘ last night that I forgot to post this… Comic creator making a difference for women in the industry, until her colleague shows up dead! Got this signed at Bouchercon & it‘s near the top of my tbr pile. #scarathalondailyprompt #TeamSlaughter #secret

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1. That‘s a good question! I‘ll go with the tagged book—can‘t go wrong with a mystery set in the world of comic books, can you? Speaking of comics, the thing I‘m MOST excited about reading this spring is Saga. Love that it‘s back!

2. For sure—and I‘ll listen to pretty much anything while I‘m reading.

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The book started a little slow for me, but I am glad I stuck with this one. The back half of this book is very intriguing and fast paced when it is all said and done. It had a noir feel throughout the writing, and it completely worked for this particular book. Very fun book with lots of twists and turns.

A thoroughly engaging mystery set in the 1970s comic world. I was intrigued by the mystery, invested in Carmen, and loved the rich details about comic publishing. The actual Lynx comics interspersed throughout were an added bonus that really added to the fun of reading this.
Thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for the ARC in return for my honest review.

This mystery about a female comic book writer in the 1970s was a mixed bag, but appreciated for being a bit different. Read my full review here: https://debbybrauer.org/#secret-identity

Yaaaaaaasssss! Loved this wonderful mystery novel with a comic book theme. The audiobook was great! And, the “comic book excerpts” (which in the print version are illustrated) played like an old fashioned radio drama.

Book mail feels especially exciting during the pandemic.