Dry Ice
by Stephen White
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Author: Stephen WhiteEdition: Paperback
Audio: English (Original Language); English (Unknown); English (Published)
Published: 2008-03-04
ISBN: 0451221001
Number of pages: 528
Publisher: Signet
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Book Review: I've Got a Secret..."
Summary: 3 Stars
This is the first Stephen White mystery I've read, though I vaguely recall reading reviews of some of his other books, notably "Kill Me." In "Dry Ice" we have Dr. Alan Gregory, a psychologist, who is pursued by various demons--his relationship with his wife, his career, secrets in his life and, the crux of the novel, the evil machinations of an escaped inmate, Michael Macmillan, and the threats he brings to Gregory and his family. And everyone in the book has some sort of deep secret that hasn't been revealed to their wives or closest associates.
Good points about the book include the atmosphere and surroundings of Boulder, Colorado, which promotes a good sense of place; usually good writing; and some chilling moments, particularly near the end of the book. On the other hand, I found the inner dialogue and italicized angst of Gregory a drag--a little goes a long way. As often happens in mysteries involving ordinary citizens, there is a link with a law enforcement person, in this book Sam, who always seems to be on call to answer any emergency of the hero. Don't these guys have regular duties that they must attend to, other than be a personal retainer? [All right, I know that in some mysteries this is deemed a necessity]. Some of the psychological jargon could have been either left out or explained somewhat better.
Do I read another Stephen White mystery? Maybe, but if I want something that really is compelling, holds my interest, and keep me turning pages, I'll probably look elsewhere.
Summary of Dry Ice
FROM THE NEW_YORK_TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF KILL MEPsychopath Michael McClelland escapes from a mental hospital to exact revenge against those responsible for his confinement, including psychologist Alan Gregory and his family. McClelland has the upper hand-secrets from Alan's past that set a diabolical game in motion.
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