Book talk: Three exciting books

This week, Michael Popple reviews three exciting books by world-famous authors. You can find more book reviews by Michael on his blog: unseenlibrary.com.

eruption by Michael Crichton and James Patterson

Century, $34.99

When a once-in-a-lifetime volcanic eruption begins on the Big Island of Hawaii, volcanologist John MacGregor believes his experts are prepared to mitigate the worst of the disaster. But a deadly secret hidden on the island for decades soon changes everything. Now Mac and his team must find a way to avert the impending eruption before all life is wiped out from the planet. Bestselling author James Patterson uses the notes of the late Michael Crichton to write a thrilling disaster thriller. A highly cinematic book with a great story concept behind it. eruption is guaranteed to blow you away.

Camino Ghosts by John Grisham

Hodder & Stoughton, $34.99

Off the coast of Florida lies the mysterious Dark Isle, a seemingly cursed island that was once home to a group of escaped slaves. When a shady company tries to steal the island, the last surviving resident of Dark Isle tries to claim her ownership and is forced into a losing legal battle. But with the support of the eclectic residents of Camino Island, she just might win. Grisham has written a thoughtful and fascinating novel in this one. Camino Ghosts. With his usual legal sense, Camino Ghosts is a very pleasant novel in which one can easily get lost.

You like it darker by Stephen King

Hodder & Stoughton, $34.99

The master of chaos, Stephen King, returns with another devilishly addictive book that will scare and entertain you. A collection of 12 fantastic short stories, You like it darker is an excellent read that showcases King’s uncanny ability to create scary and eerie fiction. This book contains a great collection of intense stories, including quick but effective tales of woe, longer novellas that will captivate you with their elaborate plots, and even a sequel to Cujo. This is a must-read for all King fans, and even those unfamiliar with his work will love these wonderfully dark stories.

This week, Michael Popple reviews three exciting books by world-famous authors. You can find more book reviews by Michael on his blog: unseenlibrary.com.