Action/Adventure Aficionados discussion

frozen hell by john w campbell

I recently finished Lockett's Crucible, a Civil War tale with plenty of action. I definitely recommend. Now, I am re-reading The Caine Mutiny which I last read about 30 years ago. I don't think that will have as much action as Lockett's Crucible, if memory serves correct.

Just finished The Auschwitz Escape by Joel C Rosenberg....Brilliant

I agree with you.

I've been trying to keep up with the posts but haven't posted myself in awhile. I have read House of Leaves, Man in the Empty Suit, The Hunting Party, Rose Madder, Monster Hunter Siege The Monkey's Paw, and The Screaming Skull. Now I'm reading The Institute.

I just finished Panacea by F. Paul Wilson. While it's the first of a trilogy, this book ended well. I'm not sure if I'll read the other books, so I'm looking for recommendations. Are the other books worth it or do they go downhill?

Anyway, I gave this one a 4 star review here:
https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...

Jim wrote: "I just finished Panacea by F. Paul Wilson. While it's the first of a trilogy, this book ended well. I'm not sure if I'll read the other books, so I'm looking for reco..."

I've read Wilson's Healer - one of my favorites.

Drop by and nominate a book for our November Random Read Group Read by October 24th, when the poll goes up!

https://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/...

star trek movie memories by William Shatner

The November Random Read Group Read Poll is up. Vote by October 31st 11:59pm PST.

https://www.goodreads.com/poll/show/1...

Hey there, Action/Adventure Lovers!

December is a special group read. We'll be reading and watching the same book/movie as a combination. In other words, a book that has been made into a movie will be nominated and voted on for our December group read.

Drop by the nominations thread by November 9th for more information and to make your nomination. The poll will go up around that time!

December 2019 Group Read Movie Combo Nominations Thread

Also, our November group read The Ice Limit Discussion Thread is up and running. Feel free to drop by and join the discussion!

Hello, Action/Adventurers!

It's time to vote for our December Group Read/Watch Poll?

We'll be voting for the book, and whatever book wins, that's the movie we'll watch as well.

The poll will close on November 17th.

December 2019 Group Read/Watch Poll

Hey everyone, have any of you tried the Rika's Marauder's series by M.D. Cooper? I'm reading the second one now and it's some pretty fast-paced military sci-fi for anyone into that. I'm new to the group but I'm hoping to try some of the other popular titles you guys talk about, but I wanted to offer one of my own as an introduction.

Okay, been a while but, I've got time on my hands, from way back. Gone through a lot of books. Here are the most recent.

I have waded through the Event Group Series and found that they get better and are a good and exciting listen if you like James Rollins, want something like those these are a good fit.

Read up through the last book of the Destroyermen Series. Anderson got the story together again and it's back to being good.

and I'm on the latest Craig Allison's Expeditionary Force series book 9 Armageddon. I've read a bunch between my last post and this one. I'll try and post them from time to time and catch you up on the latest ones.

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The Watchman takes a popular supporting character (Joe Pike) from an established series (Elvis Cole) and gives him the spotlight. If you're into very hard men doing hard things while following a hard code, this book's for you. If you thrive on lots of bloody action, some amount of gun porn, and widespread seediness, ditto. If you require a lot of personality in your novel's protagonist, or a unique background, or memorable dialog, you may look elsewhere. Three spent shell casings.

Read the full review here.

Lance wrote: "The Watchman takes a popular supporting character (Joe Pike) from an established series (Elvis Cole) and gives him the spotlight. If you're into very hard men doing hard things while f..."

I love this series.

Matt Helm #6 The Ambushers by Donald Hamilton

BlueMastiff wrote: " Matt Helm #6 The Ambushers by Donald Hamilton"

That's a good one. The method he uses to fix the problem with the rifle not shooting straight is great. It came to mind when my nephew's new .22 was having issues, so I applied the same fix & it worked. Hamilton really knew his guns.

Kyle wrote: "Hey everyone, have any of you tried the Rika's Marauder's series by M.D. Cooper? I'm reading the second one now and it's some pretty fast-paced military sci-fi for anyone into that. I'm new to t..."

Welcome Kyle. I'll check them out. Thanks!

Lance wrote: "The Watchman takes a popular supporting character (Joe Pike) from an established series (Elvis Cole) and gives him the spotlight. If you're into very hard men doing hard things while f..."

I really enjoy this series!

It's past time to nominate books for our January 2020 Group Read and it's going to be a Random Read!

Drop by and nominate any book you want that fits the other criteria for group reads. It is a short nomination period, only five days, so drop by quick. The poll will go up on December 28th.

January 2020 New Year Random Read Group Read Nominations

Back to the question of what I'm currently reading, that would be Total Control by David Baldacci. It's taking me a while to warm up to the characters and the plot. We'll see how it goes.

I don't have any suggestions for a group read but will enjoy hearing other readers input.

Mack Bolan makes his way to England to take on the mob. Assault on Soho ( The Executioner #6) by Don Pendleton.

Hey, Action/Adventure Lovers!

The poll for our January 2020 Random Read Group Read is up. It will close just before midnight on December 31st. Drop by and vote on the book you'd like to read next month.

January 2020 Random Read Group Read Poll

Special Operations Ccommand book one in the series by James Pruitt.

I'm currently reading The Institute by Stephen King and Hexed (Iron Druid, #2) by Kevin Hearne.

Drop by the March Antihero Lead Group Read Nomination Thread to make a suggestion for the book you'd like to read in March. The poll will go up on February 22nd.

https://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/...

Our March group read poll is up. The theme is Antihero Lead. Drop by and vote by February 29th at 11:59 PST.

March 2020 Antihero Lead Group Read Poll

I just started The Retaliators, the 17th Matt Helm book. It just came out in audio narrated by Stefan Rudnicki. He's a great voice for Helm.

I'm currently reading Crooked River (Pendergast, #19) by Preston and Child, and A Longer Fall (Gunnie Rose, #2) by Charlaine Harris.

I just started Crooked River also. Great story so far!

I'm finally getting to Allegiance (Hell Divers #6)...Love this series!!!

Getting ready to close the book on yet another fine Pendergast and partner Dr. Nora Kelly for this tale of mystery, suspense and a cunning & brilliant dectective.

https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/8...

Then of course I will get a stamp in bingo but more importantly, what book to chose next will depend on something less heart thumping if I do say.

Savage Son by Jack Carr

https://youtu.be/n7ZBtlaAT90

Starting Reign of Evil book 3 in the Seal Team 666 series by Weston Ochse. I haven't read the previous two but couldn't pass on this. I just picked this up yesterday the idea of a SEAL team that handles supernatural threats grabbed me.

BlueMastiff wrote: "Starting Reign of Evil book 3 in the Seal Team 666 series by Weston Ochse. I haven't read the previous two but couldn't pass on this. I just picked this up yesterday the idea of a SEAL team that ha..."

I've read the first in the series...drawn in by the premise as well. Hope you enjoy!!!

Hi, everyone. I've begun work on the next Breakthrough book. If you're not up to date be sure to catch up before the summer release. Over 50,000 ratings!

Michael

The Breakthrough Books:
1) Breakthrough
2) Leap
3) Catalyst
4) Ripple
5) Mosaic

an army at dawn by Rick Atkinson

Currently reading Gone Tomorrow by Lee Child.

I just finished reading Layer Cake by J.J. Connolly & loved it. I first saw the movie with Daniel Craig & really liked it, so was tickled to finally read it. Then I watched the movie again. Loved them both! I compared them in my review & highly recommend both.

Chasing Clay by Lance Charnes was an excellent & thrilling story without much violence. Just a twisty job that Matt's freedom depends on completing successfully. I hated to put it down. Here's my 4 star review.

I'm reading The Short Drop (Gibson Vaughn, #1) by Matthew FitzSimmons.

Jim wrote: "Chasing Clay by Lance Charnes was an excellent & thrilling story without much violence. Just a twisty job that Matt's freedom depends on completing successfully. I ..."

I really enjoyed his book Doha 12...I really need to read some of his others. Thanks for reminding me Jim!

Our April Group Read Random Read poll is up. Drop by and vote by March 31st.

https://www.goodreads.com/poll/show/1...

I was disappointed by Thomas Perry's latest book A Small Town: A Novel of Crime. He's been one of my favorite mystery/thriller authors since I read Metzger's Dog. I was thrilled to see a new one, but could only give it a 2 star review here:
https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...

Lisa, I really enjoyed Doha 12 as well. It was one of my favourite books.

Just finished this:

A Subtle Agency Omnibus by Graeme Rodaughan - 5 stars.
My review:
https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...

Back after a long absence (in case no one noticed I thought I'd mention it). Been reading a lot of my older "pulp" novels. I used to read a lot of these in my "youth" and am now picking up some I* missed back then (you know in my dotageRefurbished). I'm also reading science fiction, fantasy, nonfiction and "stuff".

The pring book I'm reading now is Run, Spy, Run. It's the first Nick Carter Killmaster book (though Nick himself was already a much older character at the time this is where he became a spy). So far good book.

Audio I've been going through Refurbished and I'm about to start An Oblique Approach as I've seen so many rave reviews about that/this series.

Our July group read nominations period is open. Post your suggestion on the thread by June 12th, when the poll will go up!

https://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/...

Marie wrote: "Just finished this:

A Subtle Agency Omnibus by Graeme Rodaughan - 5 stars.
My review:
https://www.goodreads.com/revie..."

Really cool review, Marie!