Last week I began The Third Gate, a novel by Lincoln Child. The protagonist of the story is Jeremy Logan, a man who is able to explain the unexplainable. His services are requested at an archaeological site at which the team are searching for the tomb of the Pharaoh Narmer. The Egyptian Pharaoh had put a curse on his tomb and the team has been having some unexplained occurrences. Logan is called in to explain why – and to break the Pharoah’s curse.
My curiosity has been aroused as to why the strange events are happening – and is increased even more when Logan senses a malignant being:
“Suddenly, he stopped dead in his tracks, abruptly as if he’d encountered an invisible wall. Without warning, he’d become aware of a presence, hanging over the generator and its immediate surroundings: a foul, malignant, evil thing, ancient and implacable.” (p. 125, Anchor Books, 2012)
I am turning the pages, desiring to find out the end of the story. The story content is unusual and interesting. I am certainly enjoying this book while riding on the bus.
What are you reading this week?
(This post was inspired by Miz B’s Teaser Tuesdays)
© Colline Kook-Chun, 2013
Oooh… that sounds quite a creepy thriller. Here is my teaser http://cleopatralovesbooks.wordpress.com/2013/11/19/teaser-tuesday-november-19/
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It is in some places. I am still reading to get to Logan’s explanation 🙂
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🙂 I am glad you are having a good time on your ride to work. This work I am reading contemporary Bosnian literature…
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It is the best way to pass the time travelling 🙂
What is the title of the book you are reading Paula?
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Sahryar’s ring by Dzevad Karahasan. It has not been translated into English. I read it in original. I am also listening to audio book of the Sun also rises – I was nostalgic and this way I can rest my eyes and enjoy the narrator’s voice 🙂
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I enjoy listening to audio books too. I sometimes put them on my MP3 player and listen to the story instead of listening to music.
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It sounds like an intriguing story, but the editor in me isn’t too happy with the redundancy in that passage …
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Did not even think of that when I read – then chose – the passage 🙂
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Sounds like an interesting read.
http://tributebooksmama.blogspot.com/2013/11/teaser-tuesday_19.html
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It is a page turner as the reader does want to know “why”.
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I’m fascinated by archaeology, so this sounds like a story I’d love. Good teaser.
My Teaser is from THE HUSBAND’S SECRET.
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This book is right up your ally then.
The Husband’s Secret is next to my bed waiting to be read 🙂
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The book sounds really fascinating, Colline. To be able explain the unexplainable must be a talent which is very much in demand. 🙂
I have a new blog. http://anotherday2paradise.wordpress.com/
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Especially if you really want to know the answer to the question “why”.
I am sure your new blog space will be as good as your old 🙂
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Sounds like a interesting book. Click here to go to my TT
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I am enjoying the read.
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Thrilling, suspense, something that will haunt my imagination when the lights are out. Great post. Thanks.
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The book is certainly full of suspense – especially as the characters near the tomb, and then enter it.
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Curses and tombs what fun!
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It is. I am nearing the end of the book now and I am finding it very difficult to put down!
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I’m treading very slowly through South of the River by Blake Morrison. Political background, the Blair glory days. Taking me a while to warm to any of the characters. Not really my cup of tea but I’ve started so… 🙂
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You are better than me. If the book has not grabbed me within the opening chapters, chances are I will not finish it.
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It sounds like my kind of book. Will add it to the list. Love your book reviews, Colline.
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Thank you Michelle. I tend to do reviews of books that I have really enjoyed.
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Sounds intriguing Colline. I am a fan of suspense too. Haven’t had much time for books of late, but hope to settle into my old routine soon. Fingers crossed 🙂
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I will keep them crossed for you. I know I miss reading when I do not have a chance to immerse myself in a good story.
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Wow great teaser though it was somewhat creepy. I’m definitely curious about what would happen next 😀 Have a great week 🙂
BTW, are you interested in joining Dreamy December Days Read-a-thon? It’ll be really fun and there will be lots of prizes 😀
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This sounds interesting – thanks for letting me know 🙂
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