Content warning: this book review will discuss domestic abuse, sexism, and briefly suicide. There are certain books that might not sit right with readers for a variety of reasons. They may be tough to get through but are worth it in the end. I encountered a novel like this after reading Hour of the WitchContinue reading “Hour of the Witch Book Review”
Category Archives: Suspense
Miracle Creek Book Review
When certain novels get popular, there’s a risk that they can be overhyped to the point that it might ruin their appeal. Once readers finally have a chance to read about the titles in question, they might ask, “What did people see in this book?” Miracle Creek – the debut novel of Angie Kim –Continue reading “Miracle Creek Book Review”
What Am I Reading – Chapter Thirty-Five
Hi Everybody! I hope all of you had a great 4th of July! I sure did, despite what’s been happening in the the country lately. I got to spend time with friends and family, eat some delicious food, slip on an inflatable water slide! I also started some new books! Before I show you whatContinue reading “What Am I Reading – Chapter Thirty-Five”
The Suspect Book Review
I’ve enjoyed and poked fun at the Kate Water series by Fiona Barton for the last few years. When I heard that there was a new title in the series creatively called The Suspect, I knew I had to read it in order to continue the story. So, how does it hold up against theContinue reading “The Suspect Book Review”
Turn of Mind Book Review
There have been plenty of books that I read that have an unreliable narrator. But in those cases, even though they may not always realize the consequences of their actions, those protagonists are mostly sound of mind. Lately, I read Turn of Mind by Alice LaPlante, whose protagonist has dementia and progresses into the latterContinue reading “Turn of Mind Book Review”
What Am I Reading – Chapter Twenty-Seven
Hi Everybody, I hope everyone’s having a great Valentine’s Day! I sure am! I have a new book to show you all. Sadly, it’s not a romantic book, but it’s very interesting. Win by Harlan Coben is the first book in the Windsor Horne Lockwood III series. Over 20 years ago, Patricia Lockwood was kidnappedContinue reading “What Am I Reading – Chapter Twenty-Seven”
Blowback Book Review
I’ve been on a high recently with thrillers, so I decided to expand my suspense-filled horizon with Brad Thor. From what I’ve gathered, Brad Thor is a thriller novelist, known for the Scot Harvath series. For those who don’t know, Scot Harvath is an ex-Navy Seal, now a Secret Service agent. His books have garneredContinue reading “Blowback Book Review”
What Am I Reading – Chapter Seventeen
Hi Everybody!! As promised from last time, I have a nearly new batch of titles that I can’t wait to show you, so let’s get started! I Owe You One by Sophie Kinsella is about a woman with a complicated family, a handsome guy, and an IOU that changes everything. Fixie Farr likes to fixContinue reading “What Am I Reading – Chapter Seventeen”
What Am I Reading – Chapter Twelve
Hi Everybody!! I hope everyone had a great Mother’s Day! I sure did! When I wasn’t spending time with my mom, I was finishing the following two books in my reading bin: Inside the O’Briens by Lisa Genova and Around the World in 80 Days with Michael Palin by Michael Palin. Like before, after IContinue reading “What Am I Reading – Chapter Twelve”
Nighthawk Book Review
One of the most prolific authors who passed away last year (and not from COVID-19) was Clive Cussler. With and without credited ghost writers, he wrote over 70 books during his lifetime. These usually involved characters who worked at the National Underwater and Marine Agency (NUMA) and tried to save some aspect of the environment.Continue reading “Nighthawk Book Review”
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