Summer Read Ideas & Hiatus

“Live in the sunshine. Swim in the sea. Drink in the wild air.” – Ralph Waldo Emerson

Time for my summer hiatus, but before I go here are a few recommendations for your consideration.

Richard John Parfitt: Stray Dogs

Raw, powerful, and the most apt book title ever. Teenage friends, drifters of sort, tasked with delivering a special item to pay off a debt. Fasten your seat belt, Richard John Parfitt has a journey for you – Wow!

Melissa Yi: The Shapes of Wrath

A demonic surgeon. A haunted hospital. And the doctor caught between them. Great fun, great read, always the best writing from Melissa Yi.

Hansjörg Schneider: The Murder of Anton Livius

Inspector Hunkeler is back in Book Three. An old man has been shot in the head and is hanging from a hook in his garden shed.

And I haven’t read it yet! This is the reading challenge for me and you to get to.

Joe R. Lansdale: The Donut Legion

Fringe groups, doomsday cult and a raft of oddball characters. It’s Joe R. Lansdale at his best, in this standalone novel.


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12 responses to “Summer Read Ideas & Hiatus”

  1. Tanu Oberoi Avatar

    I explored your blog post with summer read ideas and your mention of taking a hiatus. It’s a thoughtful consideration of the need for breaks in our reading and writing journeys. Your book recommendations are a great resource for those looking for their next captivating summer read. Thank you for sharing your insights and literary suggestions.

    1. June Lorraine Roberts Avatar

      Thanks for your kind comments 🙂

  2. Silver Screenings Avatar

    Hope you’re having a wonderful summer!

  3. indianeskitchen Avatar

    I love any medical story, The Shapes of Wrath has my interest! Thank you June!

    1. June Lorraine Roberts Avatar

      The Hope Sze Mystery Series will give you plenty of that Diane 🙂

  4. Kevin Avatar

    Some interesting suggestions, thank you. Have a relaxing break and come back recharged!

  5. Sheila Morris Avatar

    Wow! wonderful suggestions as always. Enjoy your summer hiatus!! We will wait for you.

    1. June Lorraine Roberts Avatar

      What a sweet thing to say…thank you Sheila 🙂

  6. Laurie Graves Avatar

    Have a wonderful hiatus! The Donut Legion looks as though it is right up my alley.

    1. June Lorraine Roberts Avatar

      Thanks Laurie, and the book sure is 🙂

  7. Margot Kinberg Avatar

    Have a lovely hiatus, June! I hope you get in some relaxation. And thanks for the recommendations, too!

    1. June Lorraine Roberts Avatar

      Thanks Margot 🙂

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