Author Archives: Jenn

Review: Bird Box by Josh Malerman

This title is one of many that I read upon hardcover release but never reviewed. The paperback release allowed me to select it as a book club selection and inspired me to write this review. I’m a huge fan of … Continue reading

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Review: Tangled Up in Brew (A Brewing Trouble Mystery) by Joyce Tremel

I absolutely adore this series. I fell in love with the first book, To Brew or Not to Brew.  The Pittsburgh setting, Max’s hard-headed determination to succeed in field largely prevailed by men, and Tremel’s captivating and engaging writing style.  All … Continue reading

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Review: The Motion of Puppets by Keith Donohue

There’s no doubt that I’m a fan of Donohue’s writing. I’ve devoured everything he’s written (including The Boy Who Drew Monsters, Centuries of June, and Angels of Destruction), impressed each time by his talent. This most recent title may be … Continue reading

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Review: Every Heart a Doorway by Seanan McGuire

I’ve been a fan of McGuire (and her alter-ego, Mira Grant) for some time now.  When I learned of this title I was intrigued and instantly, upon reading, entranced.  To say that McGuire excels at telling a story is an … Continue reading

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Review: The Trespasser by Tana French

This is the sixth book in the Dublin Murder Squad series. I adore each and every one of these, for Antoinette’s character is one I truly enjoy.  She’s tough, rough around the edges, just wanting to advance in her career, … Continue reading

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2016 Murder, Monsters & Mayhem!

It’s here! It’s here! October is finally here! Well, technically it begins tomorrow but since I plan on starting the festivities in full-force on Day One, I thought I’d go ahead and deal with all the logistics!  Now, where was … Continue reading

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Audiobook Review: Daughters Unto Devils by Amy Lukavics

What an uber-creepy listen!  The terror begins from page one, starting with flash-backs of a horrific winter, leading up to the present.  It’s being promoted as “Stephen King meets Little House on the Prairie” and that is actually quite accurate. … Continue reading

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Review: Three Dark Crowns by Kendare Blake

What a tremendously unique premise! I have to admit, I was on the fence about reading this one. I wasn’t the biggest fan of her previous book (I know, I know) and it left me feeling hesitant.  Then, I heard … Continue reading

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Audiobook Review: Cold Moon Over Babylon by Michael McDowell

Why yes, this is the second horror novel by Michael McDowell read in one month. Once I got a taste of his “classic” style of horror writing I had to have more.  Much like The Elementals, this novel is once … Continue reading

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Announcing: 2016 Murder, Monsters & Mayhem!!

  It’s here, it’s here….well, almost! In just a few weeks, we’ll be kicking off yet another year of Murder, Monsters & Mayhem! Anyone who has followed this blog for any significant period of time understand just how much I … Continue reading

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