Sidney Sheldon?

[Crown_of_Stars]

I’ve never read him, nor would it be my taste, but I’m considering giving one of his books to someone I know for a gift. I think he’s an author of mystery, isn’t he? He’s written “The Other Side of Midnight,” just to name one. I was only wondering if he is a decent writer, in the sense of no horribly graphic sex/ profanity? I’m sure some on this forum have read him. Thanks.

 

[Maxirad]

Mr. Sheldon created the old Hart to Hart TV series that had Robert Wagner and Stefanie Powers.

 

[GEddie]

I’ve never read him, nor would it be my taste, but I’m considering giving one of his books to someone I know for a gift. I think he’s an author of mystery, isn’t he? He’s written “The Other Side of Midnight,” just to name one. I was only wondering if he is a decent writer, in the sense of no horribly graphic sex/ profanity? I’m sure some on this forum have read him. Thanks.

There is some graphic sexuality, cruelty and violence. I’ve read a number of the books.

Sheldon delves into a number of topics, such as murder, international thievery, and UFOs. Often though, the central characters “fall in love” and get into a fornicative relationship in the course of the narrative.

ICXC NIKA

 

[Sophie_Lawrence]

The “Other Side of Midnight” does feature a number of sex scenes.

I haven’t read any of his books for years, but I was a fan back in my late teens early twenties.

He’s well known as being the creator and writer of “I Dream of Jeanie” as well.

 

[Crown_of_Stars]

There is some graphic sexuality, cruelty and violence. Often though, the central characters “fall in love” and get into a fornicative relationship in the course of the narrative.

That’s enough for me to know. I’ll stay away…:nope:

 

[sarah_j]

You might want to try Ken Follett’s “Pillars of the Earth”.

It’s the story of the building of a great cathedral in England during Medieval times.
But there’s enough mystery in the book to keep your mystery-loving friend
enthralled. If you are familiar with Ken Follett, you’ll know that he made his
fame and fortune as a writer of spy-type thrillers. This book is quite a
departure for him, but it’s without a doubt his best writing.

It’s truly an excellent book, one of the best I’ve read.