This unconventional narrative includes diary entries, clippings, and interview transcripts and centers on an all-female gang of bank robbers who impulsively welcome a new member which alters their fate irrevocably.Īn atmospheric and violent story of brothers on the run, All Things Left Wild switches back and forth between the points of view of the outlaws and the person who is chasing them, giving the reader a glimpse into different perspectives. Starring an innocent Black man who flees an accusation of assault, this action-fueled story touches on race and gender issues while still providing all the hallmarks of a gritty and more traditional western plot. Perennial favorite William Johnstone’s legacy is continued in this new series which stars an outlaw determined to bring order and protection to the state of Texas. Full of depth and heart, the story features a ragtag band of characters embarking on a treasure hunt.ĭeath and Texas by William Johnstone and JA Johnstone This witty, fresh, and unpredictable genre mashup will appeal to both mainstream and fantasy fans and could provide a great entry point to adventure stories for newcomers. Tuesday Mooney Talks to Ghosts by Kate Racculia This freewheeling homage to traditional adventure tropes stars a queer Jewish heroine and provides plenty of drama and suspense.
Marah Chase and the Conqueror’s Tomb by Jay Stringer Set in the 17th century, this novel that begins a trilogy perfectly balances rapid-fire action with well-researched history and makes a great lesser-known read-alike for the ever-popular sea stories by Patrick O’Brian and C.S. The wildly improbable plot and delightfully cartoonish heroes make this a fun and engrossing read.
Matthew Reilly really goes for it in this suspenseful series starter full of nonstop action. This fast-paced and action-packed entry into the benchmark Dirk Pitt series has it all: globetrotting, deep-sea action, and more! The Devil’s Sea (Dirk Pitt #26) by Dirk Cussler If you couldn’t join us for the webinar, you can watch the replay and you can also explore the genres through the starter packs of titles that David and Jessica offered: Readers’ Advisory experts David Wright and Jessica Trotter walked us through the history, appeal, and trends within these genres and shared a glimpse of some upcoming titles they’re looking forward to. This week, LibraryReads and NoveList presented the newest installment in our popular Crash Course webinars: Adventure Stories & Westerns.
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