Welcome to another Tuesday celebrating bookish events, First Chapter/Intros, originally hosted by Bibliophile by the Sea and now hosted by I’d Rather Be at the Beach; and Teaser Tuesdays hosted by The Purple Booker.
Today’s feature is a new e-book: I’ve Got My Eyes on You, by Mary HIggins Clark, a thrilling investigation asking what we truly know about the those we trust, and the secrets lying in even the most idyllic of neighborhoods.
Intro: Jamie was in his room on the second floor of his mother’s small Cape Cod house in Saddle River, New Jersey, when his life changed.
For a while he had been looking out the window to watch Kerry Dowling’s backyard. She was having a party and Jamie was mad because she hadn’t invited him. When they were in high school together, she was always nice to him even though he was in special classes. But Mom had told him that it was probably just a party only for Kerry’s classmates who would be leaving for college next week. Jamie had graduated from high school two years ago and now had a good job stocking shelves in the local Acme supermarket.
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Teaser: “We try to avoid fixating on one obvious suspect. We’re determined to pursue any relevant leads.”
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Synopsis: When a terrible crime shocks a New Jersey community, all signs point to one suspect. But if he’s innocent as he claims, it means the murderer is still out there…
After throwing a party when her parents were away, 18-year-old Kerry Dowling is discovered lifeless at the bottom of the family pool. The police immediately question Kerry’s boyfriend, who—despite proclaiming his love for her—was seen arguing with Kerry that night. As neighbors and classmates grieve the loss of their friend, Kerry’s 28-year-old sister Aline, a guidance counselor, searches for answers. She’ll do anything to help the Detective Mike Wilson learn what really happened the night Kerry was killed.
Was someone watching Kerry the night of the murder? For Aline, the truth could be deadly.
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I’m enjoying this one so far. What do you think?
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RAINY DAYS AND MONDAYS 
I like her books.
This one sounds good…thanks for sharing, Laurel.
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Thanks, Elizabeth, I especially like the short chapters and fast pace. I’m almost finished!
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I’m not a big fan of this author, but I like the sound of this book.
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Thanks for visiting, Margot, and I enjoy her quick suspense to lighten my reading list a bit. Enjoy your pick.
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You know me Margot I can’t resist books which have a whole heap of secrets and lies.
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Thanks, Cleo, I enjoyed this book and it was a quick read. It kept me guessing, and I figured out the perp before the end…but I liked seeing how the characters figured it out.
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Ooooh this sounds really good.
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Thanks, Candace, I really enjoy a quick and light mystery now and then.
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This sounds great. I’ll be adding it to my wishlist. This week I am featuring The Fated Sky by Mary Robinette Kowal. Happy reading!
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Thanks, Kathy, it was a fun read. Enjoy yours.
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I love this author. It’s been a long time since I read anything by her. I definitely want to read this one.
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Thanks, Yvonne, I enjoy her books, too. Every year I pick one for First Book of the year.
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I haven’t read much by this author, but this one does sound intriguing. Even better knowing it’s been quick , enjoyable reading for you. My Teaser is from a cozy this week.
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Thanks for stopping by, Laura, MHC’s books feel like cozies: light and fun.
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You will enjoy this one. I had it figured out but it was still a good read.
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Thanks, Nise, and, yes, the red flags were there, but I loved watching the characters solve the case.
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I haven’t read a book by her in years. I might find a copy of this.
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Thanks for stopping by, Vicki; I sometimes miss out on her books, but right now I’m really drawn to them.
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It has been years since I read anything by Mary Higgins Clark – and I see I am not alone in this. I’m glad you’re enjoying it so far and am looking forward to seeing what you think of it when you’ve finished it – it sounds like a quick and cozy read.
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Thanks, Margaret, quick and cozy is good now and then.
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Sounds good; glad you enjoyed it.
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Thanks, Diane, I loved it!
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I like Mary Higgins Clark. Her stories often give me chills. Thanks for stopping by Girl Who Reads.
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So true, Donna. Thanks for stopping by Enjoy your reading.
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