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Texreader Excellent one-word review! Speaks volumes about thrillers. 3h
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pick4 Stars • I Am Pilgrim by Terry Hayes follows retired U.S. agent Pilgrim hunting a terrorist, Saracen, planning a biological attack on America. The fast-paced thriller tracks Pilgrim‘s global chase, from New York to the Middle East, blending espionage, personal trauma, and a race to stop catastrophe.
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*Not the tagged book* ‘Dietrich,‘ a short story, by Don Winslow is set during the summer of 1977 in New York City. Homicide detective Richard Dietrich, weary and on the brink of burnout, is assigned to investigate a brutal mob hit that his superiors are desperate to bury. I love how Winslow surprises me with his unexpected conclusions, and this one was particularly captivating!
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*Not the tagged book* Master storyteller Don Winslow‘s short story, ‘The Heron,‘ masterfully blends crime, dark humor, and revenge in his signature gritty style. The story follows a big-city accountant, nicknamed “The Heron,” who seemingly leads a quiet life near San Diego. His peaceful existence is disrupted when he suspects a hitman may be after him due to his boss‘s suspicion of him stealing.
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*Not the tagged book* Set in the sun-bleached world of San Diego‘s surfing community, ‘Downward Facing Doug‘ by Don Winslow follows Doug, an accountant trapped in a soul-crushing job at a payday loan office. Married to his belittling wife, Carli, Doug finds solace in catching waves at dawn. However, a minor wipeout collision with another surfer ignites a brawl that Doug never anticipated.
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I have a few books in process but I know I won't be finishing anything tonight so that's a wrap on October. The tagged was my favorite of the month.
*Not the tagged book* ‘Free Billy,‘ a short story by Don Winslow, follows Billy, an eccentric character who has discovered a way to live life without spending money. He indulges in hotel buffets, takes advantage of self-serve fast food drink stations, uses beachside showers, and sleeps in his van. Billy‘s desire to change his life leads him to seek a sugar mama.
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