Books Read in January 2010

The Lost Symbol - Dan Brown. Just like his others this is a fast moving pacey novel. Typical DB with lots of twists and turns and unexpected plot changes. However, that said, it seems to be written as a film script short chapters with lots of cutting back to other threads. Also the ending was disappointing. No spoiler on what it was but for me it just fizzled out after a hectic story. 4 Stars.

The Third Twin – Ken Follet. I like KF his Pillars of the Earth and World without End are stormers. This is a more modern based novel that was well researched and well written but the plot was obvious and long winded. Not one of his best. 2 Stars.

Deep Black - Andy McNabb – I must admit I am a fan of his and enjoy his books. This one of the Nick Stone series covers a huge timeline in the Bosnia and Iraq wars. Can’t say everyone would enjoy it but being a fan I did. Can’t understand why there are 102 very small chapters! 3 Stars.

Knots and Crosses – Ian Rankin. This is the first Inspector Rebus novel (although he starts of as a Sergeant) and my first read of any Ian Rankin book. A Serial killer with a grudge against Rebus with enough twists and turns to keep the reader guessing. Enjoyed it a lot and will be getting the second book in the series (of 20)! 3 Stars.

Get Her Off The Pitch – Lynn Truss. The author of Eats, Shoots and Leaves does it again. Totally entertaining book about her time as a sports journalist with the Times. Funny, well observed and well written. A pleasure to read, got to be 5 Stars.