Graveyard of Memories | Barry Eisler

Title: Graveyard of Memories
Author: Barry Eisler


I'm going to be completely honest. I was not thrilled when I found out this book was a prequel. I was ready for John's story to move forward. That said, this book was a very pleasant surprise.

As much fun as John is to read as an older man, young John was much more complicated and even endearing. It was nice to see where his love of jazz came from and to get the back story on his situation in Japan.

This was also the first Kindle in Motion book I've ever read, and I have to tell you, it was absolutely gorgeous. The art and animation were phenomenal and really added to the story. I never thought I would say something like that, but it's true. It's interesting to see literature taking this direction. At one time, I would have been completely against it, but having seen the thought and detail put into this book, I am completely on board.

This book is easily 5 out of 5 stars, no question. I would even say that if you only read one John Rain book ever (which largely should be read in order, with this one exception), this is the one. And read it on Kindle. You won't be disappointed.

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READING PROGRESS:
An Echo in the Bone by Diana Gabaldon: 94%
The Dark Half by Stephen King: 61%
Let's Dance, Snoopy by Charles M. Schulz: 85%
Zero Sum by Barry Eisler: NOW STARTING

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