Welcome to another Tuesday celebrating bookish events, from Tuesday/First Chapter/Intros, hosted by Bibliophile by the Sea; and Teaser Tuesdays hosted by Jenn, at Books and a Beat.
Today’s featured book is one of my eARCs from NetGalley: Most Wanted, by Lisa Scottoline. Release Date: April 12.
Intro: Christine Nilsson walked to the closed door with anticipation. She knew everyone was waiting for her inside the teachers’ lounge, ready to surprise her. She’d guessed what they were up to, leaving their classrooms after the dismissal bell, then her principal summoning her for a “quick meeting,” even though there was no such thing at Nutmeg Hill Elementary. It was sweet of them to throw her a good-bye party, especially on the last week of school when everybody was crazy busy. She felt grateful and loved all of her fellow teachers, except Melissa Rue, Resident Blabbermouth.
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Teaser: “There’s something I need to tell you.” Christine braced herself, pulling out the tall cherrywood stool at the kitchen island, feeling that she had to sit down. She flashed on those scenes in the movies, when the person with bad news says to the person who doesn’t know, “you need to sit down,” but the truth was, she was the one who needed to sit down.
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Blurb: Christine Nilsson and her husband, Marcus, are desperate for a baby. Unable to conceive, they find themselves facing a difficult choice they had never anticipated. After many appointments with specialists, endless research, and countless conversations, they make the decision to use a donor.
Two months pass, and Christine is happily pregnant. But one day, she is shocked to see a young blond man on the TV news being arrested for a series of brutal murders—and the blond man bears an undeniable and uncanny resemblance to her donor.
Delving deeper to uncover the truth, Christine must confront a terrifying reality and face her worst fears. Riveting and fast-paced with the depth of emotionality that has garnered Lisa Scottoline legions of fans, Most Wanted poses an ethical and moral dilemma: What would you do if the biological father of your unborn child was a serial killer?
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What do you think? Would you keep reading? I’ve been eagerly anticipating this book.
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Sounds good to me Laurel with plenty of issues to explore – I like the opening and I can’t help but wonder whether it is a leaving party she’s having?
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I’m curious about that, too, Cleo…thanks for stopping by, and I hope to start reading this one soon!
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I liked this story ,myself. The pitfalls of adoption seem to be so many. There was a twist in the tale in this one which added to the interest.
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Yes, I’ve peeked ahead a bit in the book, so I know about at least one of the twists…LOL. Thanks for stopping by, Mystica.
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Now that would be a question to ponder – what if? I’ve been waiting for this one to come out. I usually like Lisa Scottoline’s books.
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Thanks, Kay, and I am a fan of Scottoline’s books; she writes such an eclectic mix of family stories, mysteries, legal thrillers…and even memoirs.
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WOW, this sounds compelling from all of the paragraphs you posted.
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Thanks, Diane, and I’m glad you enjoyed it. Thanks again for hosting, and have a wonderful week.
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This sounds really good and I’ve been wanting to try Scottoline. And that is a question with no good answer! I’m curious to see how she handles it.
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Me, too, Katherine, and I love Scottoline’s collection of mysteries, etc. Thanks for stopping by, and enjoy your week.
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Sounds very interesting and I really would like to read on.
Thank you for sharing this will be added to my tbr list.
Here’s my review
http://www.girl-who-reads.com/2016/03/review-off-campus-by-jeff-westwood-and.html?m=1
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Thanks for stopping by, Claire, and I’m glad you enjoyed it. Have a great week!
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Interestin teaser! This sounds like a great book. I hope you enjoy it.
Here is my teaser.
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I plan to do just that, Majanka….enjoy your book today…and your week. Thanks for stopping by.
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Oh, this one is on my list to pick up as soon as available. I am a new fan of Lisa Scottoline and really want to read more of her books.
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Thanks, Judy, hope you love it. I am a big fan! Glad you could stop by.
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Great intro and teaser. From the blurb it’s definitely something I’d read.
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Thanks, Ali…I’m eager to find out more!
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I like the idea of the dilemma but not sure if I would pick up the book. Might wait for your review on this one.
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It’s not for everyone, Emma…thanks for stopping by!
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I’d read more. It sounds fascinating.
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I think so, too, Alice Audrey….thanks for visiting!
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oMG…..this is just heartbreaking….and the ethical and moral implications…. Honestly, I don’t think I could handle this at all. I know you’re very interested in it, so I definitely hope you enjoy the read! Thanks for sharing! Also, thanks for stopping by my own First Chapter, First Paragraph post earlier!! 🙂
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Thanks, Maria, and it is definitely not one for everyone. I look forward to it, though, and thanks for stopping by.
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This book captured my attention,sounds intriguing.
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Thanks, Mary Ann, enjoy your pick!
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I like the tone set from the very first paragraph. I’m ready for a lighter – I hope – book.
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Thanks, Margot, I am very ready for this one!
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I love her books and I can relate to the teaser.
Here’s my TT
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Me, too, and I am definitely eager to read this one, Laura.
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Whoa..this sounds good and not at all what I expected from the cover!
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Oh, I know from the cover, the story doesn’t look controversial at all. Thanks for stopping by, Kimberly.
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Oh my goodness! What a very strong TT – I’ve never come across Scottoline. But she clearly is a good writer with something to say. Both quotes gave a real sense of the character… I hope you continue to enjoy the book, though I can see why it wouldn’t be to everyone’s taste:). Happy reading! And thank you for swinging by earlier…
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Thanks, Sarah, I am very eager to start reading this one…soon!
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I am so curious, yes, read on! Thanks for stopping by my blog.
sherry @ fundinmental My TT
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Thanks for visiting back, Sherry, and I can’t wait to read this one!
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“Resident blabbermout,” I love it!
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Yes, Hattie, I had to chuckle at that one!
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Oh yes, I’d keep reading. Sounds like a good one!
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I love this author, Kathy…thanks for stopping by!
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This is an interesting premise, but this isn’t one I’d be picking up over other reads. I’ll be participating starting next week!
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Thanks, Charlie, hope you enjoy participating in this event.
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Wow! This sounds like and intense scene! I wonder what the terrible news is? I hope that you found this one enjoyable! ❤
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Thanks for stopping by, Candid Cover…I just finished this book, and it was a page turner all the way through. You’ll have to read it to get the answer! LOL
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