​Much like books I have previously mentioned, by authors like Chevy Stevens and Rachel Abbott, The Prettiest One is a thriller that keeps you on your toes, doesn't require much thinking, and serves as an overall source of some quality entertainment.

Worth the read and perfect for a plane ride or a day at the beach!

Another author to add to the list of go-to's for quick thrillers! I loved Follow You Home, and then looked up what else he has written and came across The Magpies. It was EXCELLENT! Kind of Rosemary's Baby meets Gone Girl.

Looking forward to reading some of the other books that Mark Edwards has to offer.

Like I said, not ALL of the books I have been reading have been paperback summer reads. As you may know, I LOVE Cormac McCarthy, and was interested in reading one of his less popular books, so I picked up Child of God.

This book is disturbing, and that is coming from someone who reads and watches horror, as a treasured past time. The main character in this book is one of the most disgusting characters I have ever read about. But, he is also clearly insane. So, do you hate him? Do you pity him? Can you pity someone who has committed the most unspeakable acts imaginable?

All very interesting thoughts to go over with yourself. While I do not think this book is for everyone, I think that real McCarthy fans should read it, just to see another side of his writing.

Side note: James Franco (who I also find to be a creative genius) made a little-known movie of this book. Not so great, but interesting to watch after having read the book.