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What are Jeffrey Archer books like ?

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NanKate Sun 02-Aug-20 17:04:05

Since I bought a kindle my reading level has really increased. I am regularly sent offers for books at 99p and today I have been offered a new JA book.

I need some feedback from you bookworms please on what is writing is like. I read lots of thrillers normally.

LCoy Thu 06-Aug-20 10:46:50

I am not a big fan but if i were to choose one adjective for the couple that i have read, it would be- decriptive

NanKate Thu 06-Aug-20 10:54:11

I’m enjoying a series by David Blake all set in the Norfolk Broads. Warning, a bit grisly at times. ? Book 1 Broadland.

luluaugust Thu 06-Aug-20 15:32:59

He is very easy to read and and keeps you turning the pages, they are ideal for holidays or journeys where other things might distract you. His short stories are good too.I think of him as an adults Enid Blyton!

wiggys52 Fri 07-Aug-20 05:26:22

I have read the majority of JA's books and enjoyed them, Really enjoyed the Clifton series. Also very good reading is about his time in prison, I think his books are definitely worth splurging 99p on! Recently read The Nowhere Child and The Choke, both excellent.

sue421 Sat 02-Jan-21 12:53:37

The Flifton Chronicles, excellent. A good tale set in Bristol could not put down.

sue421 Sat 02-Jan-21 12:53:57

Sorry Clifton

Namsnanny Sat 02-Jan-21 13:10:55

I'm glad you started this thread Nankate as I've had an inkling to try his books.
I think people can be too sniffy about him sometimes.
A good read is a good read.

Namsnanny Sat 02-Jan-21 13:14:05

I've read good reviews of the Clifton Chronicles Sue421.

I was wondering if anyone from Bristol (or knew it well) could say if the books were a good reflection of the city?

MawBe Sat 02-Jan-21 13:40:21

A good read - well crafted and with credible, even interesting characters.
Great literature they are not but good value for your money!