Welcome to First Book of 2017!
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I have participated in this event since it began. I have a page on this site where I showcase my previous Books of the Year, and as you can tell, there is a theme going in my recent features: Mary Higgins Clark/Alafair Burke, and the Under Suspicion novels, have been spotlighted for the past two years.
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In The Sleeping Beauty Killer, Book 3, we continue the story.
The third thrilling installment in the bestselling Under Suspicion series from #1 New York Times bestselling author and “Queen of Suspense” Mary Higgins Clark and Alafair Burke—television producer Laurie Moran puts everything on the line to help a woman she thinks was wrongfully convicted of murder.
Casey Carter was convicted of murdering her fiancé—famed philanthropist Hunter Raleigh III—fifteen years ago. And Casey claims—has always claimed—she’s innocent. Although she was charged and served out her sentence in prison, she is still living “under suspicion.” She hears whispers at the grocery store. She can’t get a job. Even her own mother treats her like she’s guilty. Her story attracts the attention of Laurie Moran and the Under Suspicion news team—it’s Casey’s last chance to finally clear her name, and Laurie pledges to exonerate her.
With Alex Buckley taking a break from the show—cooling his potential romance with Laurie—Under Suspicion introduces a new on-air host named Ryan Nichols, a young legal whiz with a Harvard Law degree, Supreme Court clerkship, experience as a federal prosecutor, and regular stints on the cable news circuit. He’s got a big reputation and the attitude to match it. Ryan has no problems with steering—and stealing—the show, and even tries to stop Laurie from taking on Casey’s case because he’s so certain she’s guilty.
An egomaniacal new co-host, a relentless gossip columnist who seems to have all the dirt (and a surprising informant), and Casey’s longstanding bad reputation: Laurie must face this and more to do what she believes is right, to once and for all prove Casey’s innocence—that is, if she’s innocent… The Sleeping Beauty Killer will keep you guessing until the very end.
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What is your feature/First Book of 2017?
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Mmmm enjoy. Love the idea of the TV setting. Great title to. Enjoy sounds perfect for you. Happy New Year.
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Thanks, Kathryn, I loved the first two books in this series, so I had to go with another one. Happy New Year!
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I do like that you have a theme going for these posts – here’s to a great first book of 2017 and many more to follow!
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Thanks, Cleo, it didn’t start out that way, but after reading the first in that series, and seeing that the second one arrived in time for the next year’s First Book…well, it seemed serendipity. Enjoy your first book, and have a wonderful year.
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Happy New Year! I like the theme idea. Now they have to keep writing the series 🙂
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Thanks, Leslie, and I love the series so far, and this writing duo brings us such engaging mysteries that are not too dark; perfect for the start of a year. Enjoy yours!
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I love how you have the theme running with your First Book of the Year picks… I’ve kind of also done the same thing! Happy reading, and a happy new year to you!
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Thanks, Jade, I hope to enjoy this third one as much as the other two…and start the year out right! Enjoy your pick…and 2017!
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Happy New Year! I hope you enjoy your first book of the year.
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Thanks, Jackie, and I’m happy you could stop by to see it. Enjoy yours!
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Sounds like a fun start to the new year – enjoy!
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Thanks, JoAnn, I’m enjoying it already…stayed up for a while after midnight to read. Happy 2017!
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Happy reading and Happy New Year!
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Thanks, Mary, let’s have a wonderful year and enjoy our books!
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Looks like a great choice! I hope you enjoy it!! I’m struggling to pick my first book. Hope to settle on a good one today.
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Thanks, Brandie, I love how this series feels light, despite the murder and mayhem (LOL); a good start to a year. I’ll be watching for yours. Happy New Year!
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Happy New Year Laurel-Rain! Enjoy your first book.
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Thanks, Pat, I am enjoying it already…and I’m pleased at the timing of these book releases…serendipity! Have a wonderful First Book and New Year.
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I can never make this work out right because I never finish my last book on time…
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I think we can start the First Book, even if we still have a last book unfinished. I started one of my older books yesterday, then switched to my First Book after midnight. Then I’ll pick up the other book. LOL.
Thanks for visiting, Patty. Enjoy!
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I didn’t know they wrote a series together! What a great way to start off the new year, Laurel-Rain. Enjoy! Happy New Year.
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Thanks, Wendy, I didn’t realize it, either, until I stumbled upon the first in the series… And then decided to go with Book 2…and now Book 3. Thanks for stopping by, and enjoy yours!
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I really need to try Mary Higgins Clark. This sounds like a great way to start the year. Enjoy!
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I like reading her books, as the chapters are short and the pace is rapid. A nice change from some of the darker thrillers. Thanks for stopping by, Emma, and enjoy your pick.
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Love your book choice and your post.
Great photo.
ENJOY 2017!!
Happy New Year!!
Elizabeth
Silver’s Reviews
My First Book Of The Year
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Thanks, Elizabeth, let’s both enjoy our reading this year!
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Aha, sneaky you– you had a theme going on all along! I really like that idea of continuity 🙂
I haven’t read Mary Higgins Clark for awhile, but I read two of Alafair Burke’s in past year or so, so I like that they have partnered up together. Now I want to look for the first one and see if I can start there. Thanks for sharing this and the pic, too.
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Thanks for stopping by, Rita, and I didn’t begin the First Book tradition with a theme…but hit upon it on the second year, and haven’t been wont to let it go. Enjoy your pick.
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Great idea Laurel – I love the idea of your first read of the year, which looks a great book. I hope you have a happy and successfuly 2017. My Sunday Post – https://sjhigbee.wordpress.com/2017/01/01/sunday-post-1st-january-2017/
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Thanks, Sarah, I always find something to enjoy in MHC, and in this partnership with Alafair Burke, they have hit upon a series that appeals to me.
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Ha! I’m not surprised with your choice, Laurel. 🙂 Hope you love your first book and that you have a wonderful reading year in 2017!
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Thanks, Laura, I do plan to enjoy even more of my books this year, carefully selecting only those that I am sure to enjoy. Have a great year!
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Awesome! I have this on audio and did not realize it was part of a series. Do they stand alone or need to be read in order? Happy New Year.
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There are some recurring characters, but each book has different “cases” that are featured, so they could be read as stand-alones. Thanks for stopping by, Nise.
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This looks so good! I haven’t read any Mary Higgins Clark in awhile but I used to read her books all the time and they were always so fun. I hope you enjoy this one!
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Thanks, Katherine, I am loving it! Lots of suspicion cast on many characters…and the “whodunit” will probably be someone entirely different. Enjoy your pick!
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You know, I’ve never read a Mary Higgins Clark book before. I have no idea where to begin.
Enjoy your first read of the year!
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I think I’d go to her author’s page first…and there were many of her earlier books that were made into Lifetime movies….those were usually very good. Thanks for visiting, Vonnie.
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Nice photo with the Kindle ebook. 🙂 Mary Higgins Clark is a reliable mystery read. I wasn’t familiar with this “Under Suspicion” series but it sounds good. Enjoy!
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Thanks, Martha, and the first book of the series was my 2015 First Book…followed by the second one in 2016. I’m enjoying it. Enjoy your pick.
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Happy New Year! A great choice for First Book! Two of my favorite authors too! Enjoy! I look forward to your thoughts on what you thought about the book!
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Thanks, Yestergirl…I am loving this one so far, and I enjoy this event. Glad you could stop by.
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