Books matching: greed and desperation
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Save:Black Wings Has My Angel by Elliott Chaze is a noir crime novel set in the 1950s that follows the story of an escaped convict named Tim Sunblade who teams up with a call girl named Virginia for a daring heist. The plot delves into their passionate yet volatile relationship, as they plan to make a massive score while battling their inner demons and societal expectations. The writing style of Chaze is described as sharp, witty, and slicing away at post-war American reality, highlighting themes of greed, desperation, and the destructive nature of human desires.
I’D BEEN roughnecking on a drilling rig in the Atchafayala River for better than sixteen weeks, racking the big silver stems of pipe, lugging the sacks of drilling mud from barge to shore, working wit... - #2
Save:A Simple Plan by Scott Smith is a gripping thriller that unravels the lives of two brothers and a friend who stumble upon a crashed airplane containing four million dollars. As they devise a plan to keep the money for themselves, the bonds of friendship and family begin to crack, leading to a series of escalating events driven by greed and desperation. The novel explores how seemingly good people can descend into depravity and murder when faced with the temptation of wealth, all while maintaining a sense of realism and believability in its storytelling.
The plot of A Simple Plan starts off innocently enough but quickly spirals out of control, presenting a snowball effect where a simple decision leads to increasingly dire consequences. With a writing style that is described as fast-paced, suspenseful, and gripping, Scott Smith effectively portrays the moral dilemmas faced by the characters as they grapple with the repercussions of their actions, ultimately creating a dark and chilling narrative that keeps readers on the edge of their seats until the very end.
MY PARENTS died in an automobile accident the year after I was married. They tried to enter I-75 through an exit ramp one Saturday night and crashed head-on into a semi hauling cattle. My father was k... - #3
Save:'Abandon' by Blake Crouch is a thrilling tale that weaves between two time periods, 1893 and 2009, telling the story of the mysterious disappearance of the entire town of Abandon on Christmas Day in 1893. Fast forward to 2009, a team of explorers ventures into the abandoned town to uncover the truth behind the residents' disappearance, only to face unexpected dangers and horrors. The narrative alternates between the past and present, creating suspense and mystery as the characters navigate through traumatic events and shocking revelations.
The writing style of 'Abandon' is described as fast-paced and action-packed, with short chapters that keep readers engaged and eager to uncover what happens next. features a large cast of characters, each with their own struggles and secrets, as they unravel the dark history of Abandon and face terrifying challenges that test their survival skills and sanity.
Abigail Foster stared through the windshield at the expired parking meter. Her fingers strangled the steering wheel, knuckles blanching, hands beginning to cramp. This had all seemed like such a good ... - #4
Save:Blood World by Chris Mooney is a standalone Sci Fi thriller where blood is a commodity, especially in the young carriers who supply drugs with amazing results. Ellie Bautista, an LAPD officer, goes undercover to investigate the blood world, searching for her kidnapped twin brother. The narrative alternates between Ellie and Sebastian Kane, as a war between Sebastian and his stepson Paul escalates into a wild action-filled escapade, with tension palpable throughout the crime novel.
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Save:In the small, remote mining town of Desperation, Nevada, evil has found a home. Travelers passing through Desperation are imprisoned and slaughtered by a monstrous entity posing as a traffic cop. The book follows a diverse group of characters, including an old writer, a hitchhiker, a married couple, and a family, as they navigate the horrors of the town. Stephen King weaves a tale of survival and facing extraordinary evil, reminiscent of his classic storytelling style with a focus on character development and suspenseful plot twists.
Desperation is a parallel novel to The Regulators, sharing the same characters and premise but unfolding in a different manner. King delves into themes of religion, horror, and survival as the characters band together to combat the malevolent forces at work in the town. The book takes readers on a journey through fear, violence, and the resilience of the human spirit, culminating in a gripping battle against the darkness lurking in Desperation, Nevada.
She looked at him, and in the harsh desert sunlight he saw that a lot of the color had gone out of her face, leaving just the marks of sunburn on her cheeks and across her brow, where not even a stron... - #6
Save:'Scream Queen' by Edo Van Belkom revolves around a haunted house reality show with rigged effects unbeknownst to the participants, aiming to provide viewers with chills and thrills. The story is described as having an interesting B movie premise, but the execution falls short with cheesy dialogue and clichéd characters. Despite the potential for a wonderful read, the lack of character depth and the predictable interactions hinder the overall experience. The writing style is criticized for being trite and silly, resembling fanfiction rather than a well-crafted horror novel.
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Save:'The Farm' by Joanne Ramos is a thought-provoking novel that delves into the world of surrogacy, focusing on a business where wealthy clients hire women to carry their babies under strict conditions at Golden Oaks. The story follows the lives of immigrant women like Jane, who make difficult choices to earn money through surrogacy, while grappling with themes of motherhood, race, and commodification of fertility. The narrative unfolds at a luxurious yet monitored setting, raising questions about power dynamics, exploitation, and the complexities of relationships among the characters.
THE EMERGENCY ROOM IS AN assault. There are too many people, and the din of their voices is too loud. Jane is sweating—it is hot outside, and the walk from the subway was long. She stands at the entra... - #8
Save:'Her Soul to Take' by Harley Laroux is a dark romance novel that follows the story of Raelynn, a ghost paranormal hunter, and Leon, a demon with a mysterious past. The book delves into their morally grey characters as they navigate a world filled with supernatural elements, dark gods, and forbidden desires. The dual point of view narration adds depth to the enthralling plot, keeping readers on the edge of their seats as they uncover the complexities of the characters' relationships and the dark forces at play. Laroux's writing style expertly weaves together themes of loyalty, sacrifice, and the blurred lines between good and evil, creating a gripping tale that blends romance, horror, and mythology seamlessly.
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Save:The Gallows Pole by Benjamin Myers recounts the true story of a gang of weavers and land workers in the Cragg Valley in Yorkshire in the late 18th century who embezzle the Crown by clipping gold coins and using their fragments to mint new coins, a criminal activity then punishable by death. The novel delves into the harsh landscape of Yorkshire, the hardworking men and women of the 18th century, and the brutal activities of the Coiners led by King David Hartley and his brothers. The narrative weaves together elements of mysticism, magic, and the clash between good and evil, portraying King David as a complex character with a grandiose view of himself akin to a sort of Robin Hood figure.
The scent of smoke was in the air but there was none to be seen. Only the scud and moil of the clouds and the trees closing in. The rising columns and tangled limbs of birch and beech and ash and alde...
