Category Archives: Murders, Monsters, & Mayhem

Review: The Motion of Puppets by Keith Donohue

Posted on October 3, 2016 by Jenn

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

Posted on October 2, 2016 by Jenn

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

Posted on October 1, 2016 by Jenn

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!

Posted on September 30, 2016 by Jenn

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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Announcing: 2016 Murder, Monsters & Mayhem!!

Posted on September 16, 2016 by Jenn

  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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2015 Murder, Monsters & Mayhem Wrap-Up

Posted on October 31, 2015 by Jenn

I’m sad to see another round of Murder, Monster & Mayhem come to an end. Here’s a wrap-up of what took place this month: Guest Review: Guys Read: Terrifying Tales The Dead Girls of Hysteria Hall by Katie Alender Brother … Continue reading →

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Guest Review: Guys Read: Terrifying Tales

Posted on October 29, 2015 by Jenn

Today I’m thrilled to welcome my ten-year-old son, Justin, as a guest reviewer.  Justin is my big reader; he devours as many books as he can get his hands on! I wonder where he gets that from? So…take it away, … Continue reading →

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Review: The Dead Girls of Hysteria Hall by Katie Alender

Posted on October 28, 2015 by Jenn

I’m all about horror novels set in asylums. I mean, ghosts are pretty spooky as is, but ghosts of the insane? Terrifying. Though this title wasn’t as terrifying as I would have hoped (I really wouldn’t classify it as a … Continue reading →

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Review: Brother by Ania Ahlborn

Posted on October 26, 2015 by Jenn

I don’t exaggerate when I state Ania Ahlborn is the queen of horror.  Truly.  I’ve been reading her work for some time now; I consider her to be an “auto-buy” author because everything she produces is pure brilliance.  Brilliance on … Continue reading →

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Murder, Monsters & Mayhem Discussion Post: Halloween Traditions

Posted on October 25, 2015 by Jenn

I may have mentioned somewhere that Halloween is one of my favorite holidays.  It’s the dressing up, the decorations, the spooky movies. Ok, and the candy too.  Growing up, we had Halloween traditions I continued with my own family.  This … Continue reading →

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