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Review: The Lighthouse Keeper’s Daughter by Hazel Gaynor

If this isn’t a page-turner, I don’t know what is! I devoured this in one sitting, instantly captivated by the strong, hard-headed female characters who both seemed to be ahead of their time when it came to the role of … Continue reading

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Review: November Road by Lou Berney

I wasn’t sure what I was getting into when I agreed to review this title. At first glance, it’s not something I would normally read, despite being a huge fan of crime fiction.  That said, I’d heard nothing but praise … Continue reading

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Review: The Witch of Willow Hall by Hester Fox

I absolutely adored the dark and Gothic setting!  A perfect fall read, this most certainly put me in the mood for Halloween. Fox has created quite the addictive read (I read it in one weekend afternoon).  The setting, so vivid … Continue reading

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Review: Cross Her Heart by Sarah Pinborough

I’ve been a fan of Sarah Pinborough for some time now.  She’s known for her shocking thrillers and terrifying horror titles.  Her previous title,  Behind Her Eyes, gave readers a glimpse of her terrifying potential. This title is definitely one … Continue reading

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Quick-Takes Review: #MurderTrending by Gretchen McNeil

Now this was a fun read!  Picture Hunger Games meets Survivor, in all the best of ways. I’m a huge fan of McNeil’s thrillers, and this one just added on to my adoration of everything she does! This lady is … Continue reading

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Review: Contagion by Erin Bowman

I’m all about a sci-fi/horror mash up and boy, did this one exceed my expectations.   Reading the description, it instantly reminded me of Aliens, one of my very favorite space-based horror movies.  Though similar, this one truly rose above, standing … Continue reading

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Review: Seven Days of Us by Francesca Hornak

Told in alternating viewpoints, this title is one of the most engaging and heartwarming books I’ve read in some time; the perfect book to read around the holidays.  Sure, many of us kid about the drama of family holidays and … Continue reading

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Review: The Quiet Child by John Burley

This title is a unique mash-up of two genres: thriller with the touch of supernatural. The entire town believes this young, mute boy has the power to pass illness on to those around him.  How much of it is just … Continue reading

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Review: The Talented Ribkins by Ladee Hubbard

What appears on the surface to be a quirky, light read is actually one full of depth and substance.  The journey Johnny takes with his niece serves dual purposes: for Johnny to uncover the treasurers he buried throughout his prime … Continue reading

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Review: Cocoa Beach by Beatriz Williams

Beatriz Williams is one of my favorite historical fiction authors. I impatiently await each book release, devouring it the moment I get my hands on it.  This too, rings true for this most recent release.  What a perfect setting for … Continue reading

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