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Review: The Au Pair by Emma Rous

I thought I had it all figured out when I started reading this title.  In some aspects I did…but Rous when far beyond what I could have ever expected! Told in alternating time periods (then, with Laura as the main … Continue reading

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Review: Elevation by Stephen King

Admittedly, when I received my copy of Elevation I was quite shocked. It’s tiny, not only in page count (under 200), but in size as well.  It looks more like a gift book than the typical Stephen King volume.  I was … 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 Lies We Told by Camilla Way

There is a lot going in this thriller! Told in two different points of view, that of Beth in the past and Clara in the present.  At the onset, it isn’t apparent that the two stories are intertwined. The author … Continue reading

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Review: Foe by Iain Reid

Reid’s previous title,  I’m Thinking of Ending Things, introduced me to the sheer talent that is Iain Reid. When I heard he had a new title releasing, I knew I had to get my hands on a copy. In true Reid form, … Continue reading

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Review: I Know You Know by Gilly Macmillan #iknowyouknow

Wow.  This thriller is chock full of secrets and lies, all of which Macmillan expertly and patiently reveals to her readers.  This is my first sampling of her writing, despite frequent recommendations by readers whose opinions I value and trust. … 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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Review: Vox by Christina Dalcher

I’ve been looking forward to reading this title since I first heard about it in the early part of this year.  The premise sounded phenomenal, quite timely given the state of our current government.  Alas, my hope and expectations were … Continue reading

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Review: Baby Teeth by Zoje Stage

Raising a child is difficult enough, but can you imagine raising a child that is the embodiment of evil? I don’t know what was more terrifying, the feral-like barks Hanna uses to communicate with her mother or that when she … Continue reading

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Review: Give Me Your Hand by Megan Abbott

If you haven’t experienced the brilliant writings of Abbott, you are certainly missing out.  She excels at capturing the female psyche and the brilliant (and simultaneously horrifying) relationships between women. Just when you think she’s reached the pinnacle of psychological … Continue reading

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