Genre-confused novels that people finish fast and re-read.

Action that plays like cinema. Mystery that's better the second time. Laugh-out-loud humor, wizards in a sci-fi world, and surprises you should have seen coming.

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Cover of Hollow by Lee Doty

Cyberpunk thriller Hollow A children's love story told with bullets

Cover of Out of the Black by Lee Doty

Near-future thriller Out of the Black A near-future apocalyptic thriller

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“Who knew I could laugh out loud in the midst of a genuinely suspenseful story? I also cannot think of anyone who writes action better, and there is a lot of action.” ★★★★★ Hollow “The dialog is delicious; I often found myself laughing out loud.” ★★★★☆ Out of the Black “The action in Hollow managed to convey the frenetic pace while playing out like the coolest slo-mo from a John Woo movie.” ★★★★★ Hollow “I don't generally read "sci-fi," but then again this book doesn't really seem to quite fit in any one genre.” ★★★★★ Out of the Black “Let's just say it's fast, wild and unexpected, a bit irreverent - and with a lot of heart.” ★★★★★ Hollow “I also came to believe that I probably missed some of the story's finer points, so waited a day and re-read the book. I enjoyed it even more the second time.” ★★★★★ Out of the Black “His sense of humor with his characters is wonderful, and his nonlinear timelines will keep you guessing.” ★★★★★ Hollow “Imaginative, exciting and genuinely laugh out loud funny, this book mixes familiar elements with innovation and humor.” ★★★★★ Out of the Black “Witty dialogue, fantastic action scenes, likeable characters, and a driven storyline.” ★★★★★ Hollow “Brilliant manipulation of time in a twisting plot-line that left me wanting a sequel before I even finished it.” ★★★★★ Out of the Black “I laughed, I jerked a tear... very worthy read and looking forward to the next.” ★★★★☆ Hollow “The novel is a thriller, but is also hilarious.” ★★★★★ Out of the Black “The writing style is irreverent (think Scalzi) and the reality is flexible (think Philip K. Dick).” ★★★★★ Hollow “There are a lot of funny moments and banter in the book, and the action sequences are amazing.” ★★★★★ Out of the Black “Wonderful characters, amazing story, irreverent as well as reverent humor.” ★★★★★ Hollow “Sci Fi, Fantasy, Suspense, Detective, Horror, all these genres woven together into an amazing read.” ★★★★★ Out of the Black “Lee reminds me of Brandon Sanderson with a more gothic and less high fantasy feel.” ★★★★☆ Hollow “While the action and suspense were intense throughout the book, I also found myself laughing out loud in more than one instance.” ★★★★★ Out of the Black “I loved the theme of power through innocence, something Doty has been promoting since his first book.” ★★★★☆ Hollow “A great adventure written with intelligence and humor.” ★★★★★ Out of the Black “Plot twists action and love. What is not to like. Highly recommended good read.” ★★★★★ Hollow “There is also a great deal of humorous banter that is very witty and quite entertaining.” ★★★★☆ Out of the Black “Not something I would typically read but enjoyed it all the same.” ★★★★☆ Hollow “The story is unique, engrossing (overall) and it's written in a funny, fun, charming way.” ★★★★☆ Out of the Black “Definitely a fun experience, like others I was laughing out loud at parts (Good thing I don't still work at Arby's!), and it comes off with a satisfying ending.” ★★★★☆ Out of the Black “this book blew my face off. i finished it in a few days.” ★★★★★ Out of the Black “It was exciting, a little funny, and it had every ingredient necessary to make a big old ass kicking plate of awesome-cake.” ★★★★☆ Out of the Black