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Greg Iles

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Greg Iles is a novelist who lives in Mississippi. He has published seventeen novels and one novella, spanning a variety of genres.
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Mystery
Peter Straub - 2002-01-01 (first published in 1990)
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Explore the theme of death and the aftermath of a tragic event in this captivating mystery novel. Follow along as protagonist Tom Pasmore investigates two murders, one from the past and one in the present. But be warned, as Pasmore delves deeper into his investigation, he uncovers dark truths that nobody should know.
Greg Iles
2022-09-06T19:04:33.000Z
You probably know Peter Straub from his collaboration with Steve, or from his "Ghost Story," but he wrote many excellent books--some of the best I've ever read. Try Koko, The Throat, Mystery etc. You won't regret it.      source
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Koko
Peter Straub - 2001-05-08 (first published in 1988)
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A group of Vietnam veterans, united by a shattering secret, are forced to confront their past when they realize that someone from their past has returned to kill. Bestselling author Peter Straub delivers a gripping psychological thriller that blurs the lines between horror and reality in Koko. Follow the journey of a doctor, a lawyer, a working stiff, and a writer as they embark on a quest that will take them all around the world.
Greg Iles
2022-09-06T19:04:33.000Z
You probably know Peter Straub from his collaboration with Steve, or from his "Ghost Story," but he wrote many excellent books--some of the best I've ever read. Try Koko, The Throat, Mystery etc. You won't regret it.      source
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The Throat
Blue Rose Trilogy (3)
Peter Straub - 1994-03-01 (first published in 1993)
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In "The Throat," acclaimed novelist Tim Underhill returns home to help investigate a copycat killer who is mimicking the Blue Rose murders from decades earlier. With the help of Tom Pasmore, an aging expert sleuth, they uncover horrifying secrets and a twisted killer who is far more dangerous than they ever imagined. Peter Straub expertly ties together the events from his chilling Blue Rose Trilogy, proving himself to be a master of suspense.
Greg Iles
2022-09-06T19:04:33.000Z
You probably know Peter Straub from his collaboration with Steve, or from his "Ghost Story," but he wrote many excellent books--some of the best I've ever read. Try Koko, The Throat, Mystery etc. You won't regret it.      source
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John Prine Beyond Words
John Prine - 2017-04-18
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Discover the magic of award-winning songwriter John Prine in his first official book. Explore a curated selection of his best loved songs, complete with lyrics, guitar chords, commentary, and over 100 rare photographs from his personal collection. Immerse yourself in the American musical heritage with Prine's iconic classics like "Angel from Montgomery," "Sam Stone," "Paradise," and "Hello in There," which speak to the everyday experience of ordinary people with simple honesty and an extraordinary ability to connect with the heart.
Greg Iles
2019-03-24T00:00:00.000Z
Great song lyrics are as valid a part of American literature as any novel. Read this songbook and you'll understand why one U.S. poet laureate said of John Prine: "He did a better job of holding up the mirror of art to the '60s and '70s than any of our official literary poets."      source
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A Woman in Berlin
Eight Weeks in the Conquered City
Anonymous - 2006-07-11 (first published in 1953)
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"Experience the raw and unflinching reality of life in Berlin during its fall to the Russian army in 1945 through the eyes of a young woman. This gripping account captures the humanity and cravenness of her fellow Berliners, corrupted by hunger and then the invading army. A Woman in Berlin sheds light on the complex relationships between a conquered city's civilians and occupying forces, exposing the shameful indignities women face in times of war, such as mass rape, regardless of age or infirmity."
Greg Iles
2019-03-24T00:00:00.000Z
Written by a female journalist living in Red Army–occupied Berlin and rediscovered and republished anonymously years later, this diary remains one of history's most harrowing documents of human depravity. The author's frank description of all she did to survive will take your breath away — and make you understand how lucky you are if you've been untouched by war.      source
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The Silence of the Lambs
Thomas Harris - 2002-01-01 (first published in 1988)
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This thriller delves into the depths of a psychopath's mind as an FBI trainee races against time to catch a serial killer. Brace yourself for the ultimate villain of modern fiction: Hannibal Lecter. This bestselling book has sold over five million copies and will leave you silenced with fear.
Greg Iles
2019-03-24T00:00:00.000Z
Lambs proves "genre" authors can be every bit as observant and insightful as literary giants... Try it sometime. Harris knows of what he writes, at every level.      source
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All the King's Men
Robert Penn Warren - 1996-09-01 (first published in 1946)
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This powerful novel explores the consequences of every human act and the interconnectedness of all people. Set during the Great Depression in the American South, it follows Willie Stark, a populist leader who transforms from a champion of the people to a corrupt demagogue. The story is told through the eyes of Jack Burden, his loyal press agent who faces a crisis of conscience. With themes of power, corruption, and morality, this book is a must-read for anyone interested in politics and human nature.
Greg Iles
2019-03-24T00:00:00.000Z
A political novel written by a poet whose pitiless insight into human fallibility penetrates MRI-deep. Inspired by the surreal saga of Louisiana politician Huey Long, All the King's Men is more relevant today than the year it was written. Some passages are as fine as any in American literature.      source
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Garry Kasparov
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Different Seasons
Four Novellas (No Series)
Stephen King - 1995-02-16 (first published in 1982)
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Four novellas, each taking on the theme of a journey with different tones and characters, are bound together by the changing seasons in this hypnotic collection. From an unjustly imprisoned convict seeking revenge to a top high school student's obsession with the dark past of an older man, these gripping tales showcase Stephen King's consummate storytelling skills. The novellas became the basis for award-winning films The Shawshank Redemption and Stand By Me.
Greg Iles
2019-03-24T00:00:00.000Z
King's ability to reincarnate our childhood experiences remains unmatched, and without apparent effort he drops us into the shoes of an unjustly convicted prisoner. Like all great illusionists, King makes magic look easy; it's not.      source
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Presumed Innocent
Scott Turow - 1988-01-01 (first published in 1987)
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Explore the shocking world of betrayal and murder in this captivating novel. Follow the story of an ordinary citizen facing conviction for the most terrible of all crimes fueled by his fatal attraction for a passionate woman who is not his wife. This suspenseful and compelling tale will have you on the edge of your seat, and will stay with you long after the gripping conclusion.
Greg Iles
2019-03-24T00:00:00.000Z
No one has done first-person-present narration better. From the first line to the last, Turow guides us through the maze of a marriage on the rocks, all the while concealing the killer standing right in front of us.      source