D. M. Mitchell

Mouse by D.M. Mitchell is a 2012 Amazon publication. This book was my June Kindle Lending Library pick.

This was one dark and twisted tale you don't want to pass up, especially if you like trying to stay one step ahead of the game. You probably won't make it in this situation, but you will have a blast trying to figure out the puzzle.

First off it's important to note that the story is set during the 1970's. Even the smallest of towns in the US and UK had a movie house or theatre. By the 1970's show more these building were starting to show their age and lose their glamor. If you were watching a movie alone in there is was a little creepy. There are all sorts of off beat and vile characters to try an figure out. The main character is Vince. He's not the most ambitious of men but he enjoys his job as projectionist at the Empire movie theatre. He doesn't get paid a lot or have a lot of time off but he gets a few perks, like being able to watch great movies and get a few free passes to make up for it. All is pretty calm until a new flashy manager shows up.

The add to an already gloomy atmosphere is the story of Laura. Laura has returned to the huge manor home she was raised in. She has money and will never have to work, but she chooses to live a quiet life while rumors circulate about her mental health. Vince thinks she is just wonderful though and is has an obsession with her.
Enter various other players into the mix, all of whom has his or her own agenda and you have an unforgettable tale of murder, madness, lust, greed, sin and maybe a little poetic justice, depending on how you look at things.

Who is sane, who is criminal, who is the good guy, who is an innocent bystander? Is anyone as they appear to be on the surface? This book reminded me of those old movies made in the 70's that really gave you a sense of foreboding. Very understated in some regards and over the top in others. Super edgy and suspenseful. It also has a touch of dark humor and occasionally has a satirical tone. If you like a good whodunit, a dark psychological thriller, and suspenseful page turning thrills, then you will really like this one. Thanks Kindle for once more introducing me to a new author . 4.5 stars rounded to 5. show less

1821 and several convicts escape from Sarah Island, their escape following the map held by Mulligan. I dodn't care for any of the characters but it was an interesting story.

With a number of twists, this is a good suspense novel that was easy to read and I found hard to put down. There were a number of grammatical errors but they didn't detract from the story.

Like an action movie with an antique setting

If you traded our hero, Thomas, lately a Captain in the British Military fighting in the Napoleonic Wars and replace him with Bruce Willis in Die Hard, you get where I'm going with this - different time period, song remains the same. Everyone keeps telling Thomas we can use a guy of your talents, fearlessness and use of weapons. Does that sound like an action movie set up or what? Thomas also solves most of his problems by punching, shooting, show more stabbing, pistol whipping or a combination of all four. He is not the great philosopher.

He gets called home with a letter from his brother asking for help; saying that he and their Father are in serious trouble. When he gets home, everything has changed, nefarious plots are at work, relatives are dead and others are dying. What is a violent soldier to do? Plus there is a mythical beast in the forest ripping people and sheep to shreds. If you are mythical, can you physically rip anything?

The story was fun, if a little light on imagery, characterization and plot. The injury count is high, including final ones. If you have a few hours to spare, like history and action movies, you may find this right up your alley. show less