Stay Close by Harlan Coben

A lukewarm entry from this consumate thriller writer.

Megan, a suburban mother of two, has a comfortable home, lovely husband and what some would view as a perfect life. But, like so many stories, there is another side to Megan's life which she would prefer to keep hidden.

Broom is a detective who pursues a case until he finds the answer, no matter how many years have gone by.

Ray is a photographer whose professional life has gone from being sought after for his photos to posing as a paparazzo.

All three lives are immeshed in a series of killings that began many years ago and has now resurfaced. A reminder that past mistakes never really go away.

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Home Front by Kristin Hannah

Jolene Zarkades is a helicopter pilot in the National Guard. She is married and the mother of two girls. Her marriage is in trouble but she handles it the best way she can.

Everything changes when their National Guard Unit is deployed and they are sent off to Iraq. Jolene rises to the challenge and organizes her homelife accordingly. While on active duty, tragedy occurs and Jolene has to make many changes in her life.

A well-written novel that explores the depths of love, family and patriotism.

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