Book #59 - By Reason of Insanity by Randy Singer

Upon discussing this blog with my new boss (new principal at school), he told me his brother had written some books and would I be interested. As always, the answer was yes. Publisher weekly stated, "Singer is every bit as enjoyable as John Grisham." I have to say that is an understatement. I don't know that I have ever read a Grisham or a Baldacci for that matter that was as good as this book. High paced, intense, courtroom drama, uncertainty, surprising twists, and a deep love of the characters involved were just a few of the things that came to mind. Fantastically written, and Singer must have the imagination of a genius. I highly recommend this book, and not to worry, I will be reading his others. This is truly a "can't put it down." This is book #59, but it is quite possibly the best book I've read this year.

Book #8 - I, Alex Cross by James Patterson

I wonder if James Patterson's mind ever slows down long enough to sleep. Think about it. To put out a new book every couple of months the way he does, he must have ideas running through his mind constantly. And while we are on the subject of ideas, this books' premise was fantastic. I didn't have any idea who the bad guy was until Patterson told me. I was throwing shots in the dark trying to guess who it could be. Another great book by Patterson (and yes, there are a few of his I didn't like...Lake House for one) staring Detective Cross. I feel sorry for Cross because he has a family member die or get kidnapped in every book. I feel like I've read so many book in this series that I am a part of the family, and I'm just waiting for one of my family members to die. We are up to at least 3 dead members of the Cross family: his first wife (killed by a serial murderer), the niece who played the violin in Kiss the Girls (guess she didn't actually die), and now another long-lost niece in this one. Excellent, quick read that will keep your heart rate high until the last page.