An anthology of short fiction includes All the World's a Stage, Nocturne, The Blank Child, Lesser-Included Offenses, Together, The Widow of Pinecreek, Gone Fishing, and The Kneeling Soldier..
#1 international bestselling author of over thirty novels and three collections of short stories. His books are sold in 150 countries and translated into 25 languages. His first novel featuring Lincoln Rhyme, The Bone Collector, was made into a major motion picture starring Denzel Washington and Angelina Jolie. He's received or been shortlisted for a number of awards around the world.
A collection of short stories by Jeffrey Deaver. The first two stories were reminiscent of Twilight Zone episodes with a twist, the third about a cop trying to make dectective but has a change of plans.
Almost 4 stars. I listened and some of the stories were just 3 stars - partly because of the person doing the reading. Overall I’d give this 3.9 stars and since goodreads doesn’t allow part stars I bumped it up to a 4.
These stories were entertaining and having different readers helped separate one story from the next. I would recommend this book for driving short distances because no individual story takes very long.
I listened to this group of stories twice. I enjoy Deaver's ability to twist things up a notch. I think my favorite here is Gone Fishing, where the bad guy is not always the one you think it is...
Interesting read. I like short stories everything wrapped up short and sweet in a neat little package, immediate gratification. Some done in a way that offers enjoyment like the ones in this book particularly: "Gone Fishing" and "The Kneeling Soldier".
I only gave this book 3 stars, it seems a little flat. Definitely not one of Jeffries better books. The collection of short stories, seem a little lifeless and lacking depth.