I have absolutely no doubt that Kate, Rich, Puzzle Doctor, and many others will do jobs far superior to anything I ever could in summarising yesterday’s hugely enjoyable Bodies from the Library and so I’ll leave that to them.
Instead, I’d like to remind anyone still considering it that next Sunday will be Paul Halter’s 60th birthday and so Paul Halter Day will come into effect. If you’re posting anything Paul Halter-related on that day, put the link in the comments of this post and I’ll do a wrap-up later in the evening.
My thanks in advance to anyone getting involved, really looking forward to what people come up with…!
No worries, Sergio – would have been great to meet up, but there’s always next year. I’m afraid Rich ended up with the Keeler I brought for you, too, so appeal to him if you’d still like to read it…!
I’ve read The Seventh Hypothesis so at some point (preferable before Sunday) I will get around to writing up the review. Looking forward to your own piece.
I’m looking forward to your review, Kate – it’s my favourite title by Halter, by a clear mile, and one of my best reads from the previous year. 😀
I’m thinking of posting a short review for the last Halter I read, but I fear it wouldn’t be as complimentary a post as I could wish. I think I liked other titles more than I enjoyed ‘The Invisible Circle’…
To my mind, celebrations of an author’s work must involve some exploration of their flaws – universal praise, while probably lovely, rings a little false. All perspectives welcome!
I’ll review Death Invites You as I read the whole thing on the train on the way back from the British Library. Definitely one of the better ones. And yes, I’ll post something about the Bodies later – a shame you’re not going to – really wanted to see your opinion of HC Bailey…
Hope your train read was more peaceful than mine. I had to finish the last 40 or so pages of my book in a train carriage which became self-entitled as the disco carriage from York to Newcastle, when a delightful bunch of people got on and proceeded to sing various songs at full volume (with percussion accompaniment) – with highlights being I can’t live without you (oh the irony) and Lady in Red.
My double review of Demon of Dartmoor and The Invisible Circle will be posted. It’s not altogether flattering (out of the three I read, I enjoyed one much more than the other two), but then would you have expected anything less?
I’m reading everybody’s experiences at the BL event with vicarious joy and not a little envy. I STILL wish someone had taken a picture!
Personally, I’m more interested in honesty than flattery; don’t see the sense in pretending an enthusiasm that isn’t felt. Not that I’m in charge or anything, just my opinion.
And who’s to say there wasn’t a photo? I mean, just because someone might have the decency not to post it publicly, doesn’t mean one wasn’t taken, right?
Since half of you say that your visages would break glass, I feel it imperative that an act of gross INdecency – such as posting a pic – should be committed around now. I’ve watched Dr. Who; I’m ready for anything. . .
JJ, I’ve finished my Paul Halter book and the post will be up. I’m afraid my first taste hasn’t been terribly good. I definitely need to find another one at some point to give him another chance….
Delighted to have you involved, Bev – and discussion is far more useful than hagiography, so don’t fret about him not being to your tastes. Thrilled to think you were willing to give Halter go, really looking froward to your thoughts.
Superb, thanks Santosh — sounds very cool; the Halter’s I may not get to read migh finally persuade me to improve my French, as it sounds like I’ll be missing out on some crackers otherwise…
I’m leaving bright and early in the morning to celebrate Father’s Day, so here’s my review a trifle early. I look forward to reading everyone else’s to see which, if any, further Halter, I should read! Thanks, JJ, for setting up this celebration and for opening up your heart to varied opinions and healthy discussion!
I’m a firm believer in being honest in what we review, Brad, so thanks for you honesty here — no sense in pretendinf to enjoy something you don’t, all sides need to be represented.
The Invisible Event 
Will do 🙂
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PS and sorry I couldn’t attend the BL event – work commitments can be a bit of a pain sometimes …
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No worries, Sergio – would have been great to meet up, but there’s always next year. I’m afraid Rich ended up with the Keeler I brought for you, too, so appeal to him if you’d still like to read it…!
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Very good of you JJ – and yeah, I’ll have a word with young Mr Westwood …
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I’ve read The Seventh Hypothesis so at some point (preferable before Sunday) I will get around to writing up the review. Looking forward to your own piece.
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I too am very excited to find out what I’ll be writing about. I’d offer hints, but that would spoil the surprise for everyone (myself included).
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I’m looking forward to your review, Kate – it’s my favourite title by Halter, by a clear mile, and one of my best reads from the previous year. 😀
I’m thinking of posting a short review for the last Halter I read, but I fear it wouldn’t be as complimentary a post as I could wish. I think I liked other titles more than I enjoyed ‘The Invisible Circle’…
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To my mind, celebrations of an author’s work must involve some exploration of their flaws – universal praise, while probably lovely, rings a little false. All perspectives welcome!
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I’ll review Death Invites You as I read the whole thing on the train on the way back from the British Library. Definitely one of the better ones. And yes, I’ll post something about the Bodies later – a shame you’re not going to – really wanted to see your opinion of HC Bailey…
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Hope your train read was more peaceful than mine. I had to finish the last 40 or so pages of my book in a train carriage which became self-entitled as the disco carriage from York to Newcastle, when a delightful bunch of people got on and proceeded to sing various songs at full volume (with percussion accompaniment) – with highlights being I can’t live without you (oh the irony) and Lady in Red.
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Ugh. No, mine was very peaceful – the naughty first class pretenders kept their heads down…
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Haha, it’s not Bailey I have the problem with…
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I know…
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My double review of Demon of Dartmoor and The Invisible Circle will be posted. It’s not altogether flattering (out of the three I read, I enjoyed one much more than the other two), but then would you have expected anything less?
I’m reading everybody’s experiences at the BL event with vicarious joy and not a little envy. I STILL wish someone had taken a picture!
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Personally, I’m more interested in honesty than flattery; don’t see the sense in pretending an enthusiasm that isn’t felt. Not that I’m in charge or anything, just my opinion.
And who’s to say there wasn’t a photo? I mean, just because someone might have the decency not to post it publicly, doesn’t mean one wasn’t taken, right?
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Since half of you say that your visages would break glass, I feel it imperative that an act of gross INdecency – such as posting a pic – should be committed around now. I’ve watched Dr. Who; I’m ready for anything. . .
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Just a thought – is there a hashtag we should use? #PaulHalterDay seems to make sense…
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Good thinking and, yeah, #PaulHalterDay makes the most sense.
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JJ, I’ve finished my Paul Halter book and the post will be up. I’m afraid my first taste hasn’t been terribly good. I definitely need to find another one at some point to give him another chance….
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Delighted to have you involved, Bev – and discussion is far more useful than hagiography, so don’t fret about him not being to your tastes. Thrilled to think you were willing to give Halter go, really looking froward to your thoughts.
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My review of La Corde D’Argent (The Silver Cord) is at Goodreads.
https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/1672633929
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Superb, thanks Santosh — sounds very cool; the Halter’s I may not get to read migh finally persuade me to improve my French, as it sounds like I’ll be missing out on some crackers otherwise…
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I’m leaving bright and early in the morning to celebrate Father’s Day, so here’s my review a trifle early. I look forward to reading everyone else’s to see which, if any, further Halter, I should read! Thanks, JJ, for setting up this celebration and for opening up your heart to varied opinions and healthy discussion!
https://ahsweetmysteryblog.wordpress.com/2016/06/19/birthday-wishes-to-paul-halter-from-a-skeptic/
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I’m a firm believer in being honest in what we review, Brad, so thanks for you honesty here — no sense in pretendinf to enjoy something you don’t, all sides need to be represented.
And happy Fathers’ Day, too!
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