Toby and I are getting better at finding books for his dad, who likes Tom Clancy-like suspense thrillers, especially if they have roots in the Cold War. His mother doesn't read at all, and is puzzled by my Amazon wishlist having so many books on it, because to her books are so far off the radar that they're not presents. (I have succeeded in giving her gifts by finding a new thing each year I on which I can slap photographs of her children, extended family, or the eagles that nest near their house. We got a circular from Yankee Candle in the mail this weekend advertising personalized candles, which should be a slam dunk this year as she also loves candles.)
I have discovered that if I can hand Toby a book and say either "It's written in first/third person smartass," or "It's a heist novel," or, better yet, both, then Toby will probably like it. The Dragaera and Locke Lamora series were both hits.
I'm not sure! A couple of years back, I know he talked about planning to read a Stross book, but I don't know which one or if he even read it. I'll mention those to him, thanks!
This series is lighter in tone than her Toby Daye urban fantasy series or the Mira Grant books [which are also excellent, but sometimes one wants something lighter].
On her site, seananmcguire.com , there're lots of free short stories from both series. I'd also recommend checking her out on youtube. She's a fabulous singer and has several albums out at cdbaby.com [where you can sample them].
I have discovered that if I can hand Toby a book and say either "It's written in first/third person smartass," or "It's a heist novel," or, better yet, both, then Toby will probably like it. The Dragaera and Locke Lamora series were both hits.
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This series is lighter in tone than her Toby Daye urban fantasy series or the Mira Grant books [which are also excellent, but sometimes one wants something lighter].
On her site, seananmcguire.com , there're lots of free short stories from both series. I'd also recommend checking her out on youtube. She's a fabulous singer and has several albums out at cdbaby.com [where you can sample them].
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