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I like to read.  I always have.  I am not of the opinion that reading is for bedtime, something to put you to sleep.  I never, ever feel guilty that I spend a certain amount of time reading during the day instead of doing something productive.  I have always felt that reading is a worthwhile activity in its own right.

At the same time, I like to thinkthat I keep a pretty good balance in my life.  I enjoy a lot of different things and I like to feel I make time to see people and do a variety things that I enjoy.  Once in a while, though, I get really into something.

 I could not put this book down.  Unlike at least one reviewer, I did not feel the rug pulled out from under me.  I thought the plot was predictable, but at the same time I was completely sucked in.  "Oh! I knew it!!"  If you like a mystery/thriller, this book does it.

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  1. I always like a good recommendation. Thanks.

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  2. See, I'm one of those who feels guilty when I just sit and read. Which is ridiculous. I love to read...but it doesn't add much to my bank account, unfortunately. I do read when I go to bed, just because that's the only time I don't have something else I should be doing (I know, I know—I have a problem!), but then I'm always so tired I fall asleep after just a few pages. Needless to say, I've not been getting through many books lately.

    I will, though, have to look for this one. Sounds intriguing...and like one I should read just smack dab in the middle of the day!

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  3. I read mostly before bed, but also take my Kindle and read while waiting for my husband while running errands, while waiting for the doctor, and sometimes while cooking.

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  4. When my book club was searching for our next read, this book was mentioned. I am number 400 something on the library reserve list. One thing I have loved about retiring is time to read.

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  5. Read it a cpl of weeks ago on the advice of a friend -- I bought it on my kindle b/c, like Mary, I found there were 300-some people ahead of me on the library list. Anyway, agree it's a spellbinder!

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  6. I love book recommendations. I'll have to check this one out. I have never, ever, ever felt guilty about reading -- says the former English teacher!!
    Peace,
    Muff

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  7. I can't imagine how it would be not to love to read. I have to alternate the books with the magazines, and never have enough time.

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  8. Guess I'm in the I feel guilt when I sit and read group. But I love books so I listen to them while I cook, clean, drive or do yardwork. I "read" a couple of books a month this way. Love the recommendation, I'll look for it.

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  9. Someone else recommend this book too and I tried to find it while at Barnes and Noble the other day but with no luck. I will try to download it maybe tonight on my nook.
    I too love love to read but save it for night time but don't know why it is nothing wrong with sitting down and enjoying yourself anytime
    Love
    Maggie

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  10. I too love to read... anytime day or night (and don't ever feel guilty?). Am in the middle of 3 books at the moment. Which one I pick up depends on my mood.. and I'm a very eclectic reader. But I DO love mysteries!

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  11. I'm going to have to check and see if they have it for the Kindle and put it on the wishlist! Thanks!

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  12. I liked this one, too, although it's not the Great American Novel or anything. Flynn does have an original take on thing. I've read her others, too.

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