Welcome to another Bookish Friday, in which I share excerpts from books…and connect with other bloggers, who do the same.
Let’s begin the celebration by sharing Book Beginnings, hosted by Rose City Reader; and let’s 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!
What a great way to spend a Friday!
Today I am spotlighting my current read: Behind Her Eyes, by Sarah Pinborough, a dark, electrifying page-turner with a corker of an ending.” —Harlan Coben, #1 New York Times bestselling author.
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Beginning: (THEN)
Pinch myself and say I AM AWAKE once an hour.
Look at my hands. Count my fingers.
Look at clock (or watch), look away, look back.
Stay calm and focused.
Think of a door.
LATER
It was nearly light when it was finally done. A streaky gray wash across the canvas of sky. Dry leaves and mud clung to his jeans, and his weak body ached as his sweat cooled in the damp, chill air. A thing had been done that could not be undone.
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56: (Adele)
It’s right down at the bottom, under all the junk, but unharmed. The old notebook. The tricks of the trade as it were. It’s thin—I tore the last few pages out years ago because some things should stay secret—but it’s held together.
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Synopsis: Louise is a single mom, a secretary, stuck in a modern-day rut. On a rare night out, she meets a man in a bar and sparks fly. Though he leaves after they kiss, she’s thrilled she finally connected with someone.
When Louise arrives at work on Monday, she meets her new boss, David. The man from the bar. The very married man from the bar…who says the kiss was a terrible mistake, but who still can’t keep his eyes off Louise.
And then Louise bumps into Adele, who’s new to town and in need of a friend. But she also just happens to be married to David. And if you think you know where this story is going, think again, because Behind Her Eyes is like no other book you’ve read before.
David and Adele look like the picture-perfect husband and wife. But then why is David so controlling? And why is Adele so scared of him?
As Louise is drawn into David and Adele’s orbit, she uncovers more puzzling questions than answers. The only thing that is crystal clear is that something in this marriage is very, very wrong. But Louise can’t guess how wrong—and how far a person might go to protect their marriage’s secrets.
In Behind Her Eyes, Sarah Pinborough has written a novel that takes the modern day love triangle and not only turns it on its head, but completely reinvents it in a way that will leave readers reeling.
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The surprises keep coming in this thriller. What do you think? Do you want to keep reading?
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Great snippets, especially that beginning! 🙂
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Thanks for visiting, Lauren, and it certainly foretells some of the creepy events ahead. Enjoy your reading!
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“A thing has been done that cannot be undone.” that is the way I feel about the Trump Presidency. Ha!
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So true, Anne…but maybe there is hope about “undoing” that presidency…if he keeps making those bad moves, there could be some things done to him. Hope is my One Word for this year.
Thanks for stopping by, and enjoy the reading.
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Wow! This sounds like a book that would keep me turning pages. I’m looking forward to your review.
My Friday post features An Innocent Client.
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Thanks, Sandra, the only reason I haven’t yet finished it, I’m pretty sure, is my eyes were sooo tired I had to take a break. Today I’ll finish. Enjoy your reading.
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Behind Her Eyes sounds pretty interesting. I don’t normally read books from this genre, but I hope to change that this year.
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I think you might find you are addicted once you do, Breana. Thanks for stopping by.
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Not that I’ve read it but I’ve read a lot of good reviews about his book. It sounds great and is definitely on my list. hope you are enjoying.
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I’m loving it, Emma, and should be finished today. Enjoy your weekend.
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You picked some good things to share as teasers. Will look forward to what you think after you finish. Ha! Ha!!!
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Thanks, Kay, and the further I go toward that ending, I am so curious about how it will “leave me reeling.”
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Great excerpt. I’ve enjoyed other books by this author. I’d definitely keep reading!
MY Friday 56 from The Ashes
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Oh, she has more books? I must check those out, too, Laura. Thanks for visiting!
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That’s an ominous cover and it gives me a creepy feeling. Love it.
sherry @ fundinmental Friday Memes
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Thanks for visiting, Sherry, and that creepy eye drew me in. Enjoy your pick!
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Sounds like on that you cannot put down. Nice choice.
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Definitely unputdownable! Thanks for stopping by, Jo, and enjoy yours.
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It sounds good! I haven’t heard of this before so thanks for sharing!
My Friday 56 features Bloodlines by Richelle Mead
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Thanks, Priyanka…I am loving it! Enjoy yours….
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Sounds so good, Laurel. ENJOY!!
Thanks for the info about I SEE YOU. I am not too far into it, but glad to know it is good.
Happy Weekend Reading!!
Elizabeth
Silver’s Reviews
My Book Beginnings
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Thanks for visiting, Elizabeth, and I hope you love I See You.
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The abrupt change of voice from first person to third caught my attention. Is the first person one buried or trapped somehow? It doesn’t seem to fit with the synopsis?
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It took a while to piece together, except that the third person narration usually happened in the sections labeled “Then,” a time in the past for some of the characters.
Thanks for visiting, Roberta….
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Sounds like a book I could sink deep into. 🙂 Happy weekend!
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Thanks, Freda, the book did keep me glued to the pages…and then, just as the synopsis warns, the ending leaves us reeling.
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I’ve heard the ending on this one is a complete shocker! I am interested to see what you think of the book as a whole!
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Oh, it definitely was, Clare! I couldn’t even imagine it, so that part was just as the buzz said it would be.
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Sounds intriguing but not the sort of thing I usually read. I hope you are enjoying it. Happy reading!
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Thanks, Kathy, I did enjoy it…the ending was a bit much, even for obsessive thriller readers like me. LOL
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Ooh, I like the little mystery in this 56. Hope you enjoy your weekend!
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Yes, that notebook was quite significant in the story. Thanks for stopping by, Alicia.
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It looks really interesting. Here is my Friday 56: https://coffeeandcatsblog.wordpress.com/2017/02/10/friday-56-24/
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Thanks, Loreen, I enjoyed this book. I hope you are enjoying your pick.
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This sounds an excellent thriller 🙂
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Oh, it definitely was, Cora. Thanks for visiting!
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