Author Archives: Jenn

TSS: Books Spark Excellent Discussions

Posted on February 5, 2012 by Jenn

This week I had the pleasure of reading & reviewing two pretty outstanding books, Defending Jacob by William Landay and Helpless by Daniel Palmer. The storyline, the plot, the characters weren’t the only things that made these books outstanding. What … Continue reading →

Posted in Bookish Chatter, The Sunday Salon | 7 Comments

Review: Helpless by Daniel Palmer

Posted on February 4, 2012 by Jenn

Hardcover: 416 pages Publisher: Kensington (January 31, 2012) ISBN-10: 075824665X Source: Author Former Navy Seal Tom Hawkins doesn’t have the best of relationships with his teenage daughter, Jill. Frankly, he has no relationship with her, thanks to his ex-wife. When she dies, apparently … Continue reading →

Posted in Kensington, Review, Thriller | 5 Comments

Frightful Friday: Defending Jacob by William Landay

Posted on February 3, 2012 by Jenn

Frightful Friday is a weekly meme in which I feature a particularly scary or chilling book that I’ve read that week. The featured book this week is Defending Jacob by William Landay Hardcover:432 pages Publisher:Delacorte Press (January 31, 2012) ISBN-10: … Continue reading →

Posted in Crime Fiction, Delacorte Press, Frightful Friday, Mystery/Suspense, Random House, Review | 10 Comments

Audio Book Review: King of Plagues by Jonathan Maberry

Posted on February 1, 2012 by Jenn

Listening Length:16 hours and 7 minutes Version:Unabridged Publisher:Blackstone Audio, Inc. Release Date: April 7, 2011 Source: Personal copy After his last mission left Department of Military Science agent Joe Ledger emotionally broken, he decides to “unofficially” retire from his duties. However, when … Continue reading →

Posted in Audiobook, Horror, Paranormal Fiction, Review | 8 Comments

A Month in Review: January

Posted on February 1, 2012 by Jenn

I realized it’s been far too long (since October!) since I have published a month in review post. Admittedly, I do these posts for myself than anyone else. I like to reflect on all the books I’ve read that month. Additionally, keeping … Continue reading →

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Prime Suspect/A Face in the Crowd by Lynda La Plante

Posted on January 31, 2012 by Jenn

To celebrate the re-release of the Prime Suspect series, I’m pleased to present you with reviews of the first two books in this series. Paperback:288 pages Publisher:Harper Paperbacks (January 17, 2012) ISBN-10: 006213437X Source: Publisher New female Detective Chief Inspector Jane … Continue reading →

Posted in Harper Books, Mystery/Suspense, Review | 7 Comments

It’s Monday! What Are You Reading This Week?

Posted on January 30, 2012 by Jenn

It’s Monday! What Are You Reading This Week? This is a weekly event to list the books completed last week, the books currently being read, and the books to be finish this week. It is hosted by Sheila from One Person’s … Continue reading →

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TSS: Catching Up on Life

Posted on January 29, 2012 by Jenn

I’ve been traveling a bit for work (two trips in two weeks) so I feel I’ve been missing out a bit on life. I don’t have to travel again for another week and a half so I’m hoping to catch … Continue reading →

Posted in The Sunday Salon | 4 Comments

Frightful Friday: Anna Dressed in Blood by Kendare Blake

Posted on January 27, 2012 by Jenn

Frightful Friday is a weekly meme in which I feature a particularly scary or chilling book that I’ve read that week. Feel free to grab the button & join in! This week’s featured book is Anna Dressed in Blood by Kendare … Continue reading →

Posted in Frightful Friday, Horror, Review, Tor Books, YA | 4 Comments

Review: Taken by Robert Crais

Posted on January 26, 2012 by Jenn

Reading level: Ages 18 and up Hardcover:352 pages Publisher:Putnam Adult (January 24, 2012) Source: Publisher Krista is a first generation Hispanic-American.  When she goes off on a trip with her boyfriend and doesn’t return when planned, her mother doesn’t worry. … Continue reading →

Posted in Mystery/Suspense, Putnam, Review, Thriller | 6 Comments