“The Water Rat of Wanchai” by Ian Hamilton

This is the first in a set of crime novels about Ava Lee, a forensic accountant. The writing style is a bit pedantic but I enjoyed the book. Who knew that high finance theft could be interesting and violent?

“Dune” by Frank Herbert

I reread this book because I have high hopes for the movie, which is coming out next year. I believe I enjoyed it more this time than I did 30 years ago.