Monthly Archives: July 2016

Review: After Anna by Alex Lake

I learned about this title during a Fall book preview webinar hosted by the publisher. Initially, I hesitated to pick it up. First, because of the premise.  As a mother myself, child abduction is one of my most horrific fears. … Continue reading

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Fall Book Preview: August 2016, Part I

I bet you thought I forgot to share my most anticipated titles for August. Well, I actually nearly did!  I create a list for myself to help me in scheduling my posts. I just need to remember to transfer that … Continue reading

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Review: Dark Matter by Blake Crouch

Ever since I heard about Crouch writing another science fiction novel, my interest was piqued. I’m a longtime fan of his writing, long before the The Pines made its debut as Wayward Pines on television. Crouch is an incredibly talented writer, capable of creating … Continue reading

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Review: You Will Know Me by Megan Abbott

I’m warning you now, this is going to be another on of those vague reviews, largely because there is so much packed into this book that I feel the reader must uncover themselves.  Once again, Abbott manages to stump me … Continue reading

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Review: Supergirl at Super Hero High (DC Super Hero Girls) by Lisa Yee

I’ll say it again, where were these books when I was a young girl? Like the first book in this series,  Wonder Woman at Super Hero High, gives readers a glimpse at powerful female superheroes before they were “famous,” as … Continue reading

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Review: The Woman in Cabin 10 by Ruth Ware

I was thrilled to learn Ware was publishing another thriller. I completely adored In A Dark, Dark Wood.  The success of this second thriller proves Ware has found her niche: thrillers in claustrophobic, remote settings. I know I’m not of the … Continue reading

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Review: The Hatching by Ezekiel Boone

*Shivers* Ok, so normal spiders don’t terrify me. I mean, they serve a purpose, right? But human-devouring spiders set out to eat and reproduce? Terrifying.  So yes, this book is spooky, graphic….but it is also rich with cheesy B-movie brilliance. … Continue reading

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Review: The Light of Paris by Eleanor Brown

I’m not exaggerating. I counted down the days for the release of this title. I loved, loved, loved Weird Sisters and could not wait to have a taste of Eleanor Brown’s writing again. Told in two alternating time period- Madeline in … Continue reading

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Review: All is Not Forgotten by Wendy Walker

This is quite an intense read! From the early pages as the reader uncovers and experiences the tragic attack of a young girl, following breadcrumbs of revelations about the activities of the residents of this small town, there is barely … Continue reading

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