Author Archives: Jenn

Review: The Past by Tessa Hadley

Posted on January 14, 2016 by Jenn

It was slightly challenging to get into this read. First, there is a huge cast of characters. Four siblings, plus their families? So many names and relationships to keep track of.  And then there is the formatting of novel: no … Continue reading →

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Review: Beside Myself by Ann Morgan

Posted on January 12, 2016 by Jenn

What a dark and twisty read! Alternating between two time periods (Helen at age 6 and Helen as an adult), readers get a chillingly accurate glimpse of mental illness.  It is quite terrifying to watch Helen embark upon a downward … Continue reading →

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Review: After the Crash by Michel Bussi

Posted on January 11, 2016 by Jenn

Told in alternating narratives, this book is completely unlike what I expected! Though we experience the story from three different viewpoints, it’s difficult to discern which, if any, we should trust.  This was a brilliantly executed “who dunit” meets “who … Continue reading →

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Book Club Discussion: Favorites of 2015

Posted on January 6, 2016 by Jenn

The fiction book club I lead at One More Page Books kicks off the new year by talking about our favorite reads of the previous year.  We call it a book club potluck: instead of food we bring book recommendations! … Continue reading →

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Review: Only Love Can Break Your Heart by Ed Tarkington

Posted on January 4, 2016 by Jenn

This debut novel is the perfect combination of mystery meets Southern Gothic. Tarkington’s writing is breathtakingly beautiful; I found myself reading passages aloud over and over again. This writing style instantly captivates readers, commanding attention.  There is a lot going … Continue reading →

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Month in Review: December 2015

Posted on January 3, 2016 by Jenn

I don’t think I need to state how hectic a month December was!  I celebrated Cozy Mystery Week, took a much-needed reading/blogging break, then closed out the year with my “Best of” lists. Certainly not as post-heavy as years past, … Continue reading →

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Best of 2015: Suspense/Thriller

Posted on January 1, 2016 by Jenn

Given that Suspense/Thriller is my kryptonite, I always find this list to be the most interesting. It’s also impossible for me to narrow it down to just a handful. So, without further ado, my favorite suspense/thrillers of 2015. The Girl … Continue reading →

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Best of 2015: Fiction

Posted on December 31, 2015 by Jenn

  As my “Best of” lists are coming to an end (just two more!), it’s been a treat to revisit my favorite reads of the year. I have fond memories of each and every one of them and look forward … Continue reading →

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Best of 2015: Books That Gave Me All the Feels

Posted on December 30, 2015 by Jenn

  There are some books that are so brilliant, so moving, so intense that they soften my cold, dead heart or evoke such strong emotions in me that I essentially demand everyone I know to purchase said book.  Following is … Continue reading →

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Best of 2015: Audiobooks

Posted on December 29, 2015 by Jenn

I listen to quite a few audiobooks each year.  My commute into work is about 30 minutes each way, and I refuse to listen to the radio (all they talk about is traffic), so I tune in to an audiobook. … Continue reading →

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