Welcome to some bookish fun today as we share Book Beginnings, hosted by Rose City Reader; and as we showcase The Friday 56 with Freda’s Voice.
To join in, just grab a book and share the opening lines…along with any thoughts you wish to give us; then turn to page 56 and excerpt anything on the page.
Then give us the title of the book, so others can add it to their lists!
If you have been wanting to participate, but haven’t yet tried, now is the time!
What better way to spend a Friday?
Today I am sharing from my current read: Everywhere That Mary Went (e-book), by Lisa Scottoline.
Beginning: “All rise! All persons having business before this Honorable Judge of the United States District Court are admonished to draw near and be heard!” trumpets the courtroom deputy.
Instantly, sports pages vanish into briefcases and legal briefs are tossed atop the stock quotes.
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56: As I leave his office, I see that Delia’s headset is off, resting at the base of her neck like a cheap choker. As I walk by, she’s sipping tea in a genteel way from a white china cup. An affectation she’s picked up from Berkowitz, who likes to stub out his Marlboro in the saucer.
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Blurb: Mary DiNunzio is trying to make partner in her cutthroat Philadelphia law firm. She’s too busy to worry about the crank phone calls that she’s been getting—until they fall into a sinister pattern. Mary can’t shake the sensation that someone is watching her. Following her every move. Then the shadowboxing turns deadly, and she has to fight for something a lot more important than a partnership—her life.
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This is one mystery from Scottoline’s various works that I have missed. I am eager to read it. What do you think?
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SNOW SPARKS 
I love the image of the headphones looking like a cheap choker…. I’m interested but I’d need to read a bit further to be sure.
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Yes, me too, Cleopatra. Thanks for stopping by….
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She has quickly become a favorite author of mine. I met her at BEA this year and she was so sweet, so funny, and so genuine.
My Friday post: http://www.bookclublibrarian.com/2014/07/friday-focus-friday-56-book-beginnings_25.html
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I enjoy the variety of books she writes, from mysteries to memoirs, and I found this one serendipitously…had to have it. Thanks for stopping by, Catherine.
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I like the title. It definitely seems to fit the plot. She’s a good author.
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Yes, that title gives a nice creepy-crawly feeling, doesn’t it? Thanks for visiting, Hattie.
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I have got to try Scottoline! I’ve seen several of her books and they all look great. I love the suspense feel of this one. Thanks for sharing!
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I am a big fan of her books, Katherine…they are so eclectic, but they all capture me immediately. Thanks for stopping by, and I hope you enjoy her books soon.
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I haven’t read a lot of mysteries lately, but I like the sound of both the Beginning and the F56. I’d be terrified if I thought someone was following my every move! Thanks for stopping by! 🙂 Hope you have a great weekend!
My Friday post
Juli @ Universe in Words
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Definitely! It is freaking me out as I read it….Thanks for stopping by, Juli, and enjoy your book.
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Love Lisa Scottoline. I haven’t seen this book, though.
I picked up one at the BEA, but not sure of the title.
Thanks for sharing, and enjoy your weekend.
Elizabeth
Silver’s Reviews
My Book Beginnings
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This one was new to me, too; I discovered it on the Kindle discounts…It’s an older one, but I’m loving it. The characters are familiar to me from some of her other books.
Thanks for visiting, Elizabeth…enjoy your book.
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Ooh, a thriller. I like it already.
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Thanks, Moonglint…I love thrillers, too. Glad you could visit.
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I love mysteries and Lisa is one of my favorite writers.
sherry @ fundinmental
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I love her books, too, Sherry…thanks for stopping by!
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I’ve read several books by this author and enjoyed them all, so I’m sure I’d like this one too. I love the author’s storytelling, acute observations, and sense of humor.
Thank you for visiting my blog and leaving a comment about REMIX.
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I’m glad you could visit, Sandra, and when I read one of this author’s books, I feel as though I am right there in the world of the characters.
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This author is so good. I listened to this book a few years ago on audio and it was a good one.
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Oh, glad to hear it, Yvonne…I am loving it so far. Thanks for visiting.
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Love the author’s descriptive writing style, “like a cheap choker.” The title of the book is especially nice and inviting. Have a great weekend!
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I love her writing style, and the descriptions are often funny, especially when she talks about family issues. Thanks for stopping by, Lady D.
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Hmmm. I’m not much for legal thrillers…but the image of the headset is a good one!
I’ve been away from the meme for a while, but trying to get back in the swing of things. Here’s my Friday Post.
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Thanks for stopping by, Bev, and I do love to mix up my reading, from psychological suspense and legal thrillers to contemporary fiction.
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I have never heard of this type of mystery. I need to check it out. Thanks for visiting my blog.
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Oh, I hope you find these books engaging, Anne…and thanks for stopping by.
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I haven’t read anything by this author, but this sounds intriguing! Thanks for stopping by Shut up & Read!
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I do enjoy Scottoline…this one is as engaging as her others. Thanks for visiting, Sheri.
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Another descriptive writer! Sounds like a good read!
Happy weekend!
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I am enjoying it, Freda…thanks for stopping by!
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Interesting snippets, hope you’re enjoying the book 🙂
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Oh, I definitely am, Fiza…thanks for stopping by.
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I think I read this one a few years ago, when I binged on her books. I haven’t read her since, but I should pick her up again.
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I missed this one along the way, so I’m glad to read it now. Thanks for visiting, Bea.
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Sounds so eerie! I would definitely be at the edge my seat while reading something like this; thanks for sharing and have a wonderful weekend! 🙂
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It has definitely kept me on tenterhooks…I didn’t want to go to sleep last night. Wanted to keep reading…but finally had to give in to my fatigue and sleep. LOL
Thanks for stopping by, Claudia.
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I liked the little teasers and must admit I am curious now!
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Thanks, Kimba…I am loving this book…almost finished and hope to post a review later today.
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Interesting take on the nursery rhyme! Hope you’re enjoying it 🙂
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Loved it! Finished it earlier today…review is on Rainy Days and Mondays. Thanks for visiting, Aloi.
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