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Review: Zeroes by Scott Westerfeld, Margo Lanagan, Deborah Biancotti

I was a bit concerned when I learned this book was written by not one or two, but three different authors. My concerns were unwarranted, for this dynamic trio of authors came together and created a truly exceptional first book … Continue reading

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Review: In a Dark, Dark Wood by Ruth Ware

I do love me a thriller with a dark, reclusive setting. As if the location is not remote enough, slowly and steadily the small group is removed from all forms of communication with the outside world.  As a reader, that … Continue reading

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In Which ‘Violent Ends’ Evokes a Flurry of Emotions

Reports of school shootings occur in a chillingly too frequent basis. They talk of the victims, of the shooter. In many cases, the individual yielding the gun takes his own life before questions can be answered.  Survivors are left wondering … Continue reading

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Review: Tomorrow War: The Chronicles of Max [Redacted] by J. L. Bourne

Let it be known that I’m typically not into military thrillers of any shape or form.  Yet, something about this title compelled me to read it. It opens with Max’s orientation as government operative and follows him, through journal entries, … Continue reading

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Review: Finders Keepers by Stephen King

As with tradition, I devour every King novel the moment it hits the stands. Therefore, it shouldn’t surprise you to see this review, just one day after publication. The moment it hit my iPad library, I took off reading. And … Continue reading

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Review: The Great Zoo of China by Matthew Reilly

The moment I read the premise of this novel, I knew I had to read it. Yes, the comparisons to Jurassic Park are obvious, but dare I say this novel had a little bit more footing than it’s dinosaur counterpart.   … Continue reading

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Review: The Bullet by Mary Louise Kelly

One of the members of my book club told me about this title just a few weeks ago. I was sold when I heard the premise. Imagine finding out that you have a bullet lodged in your body…and that everything … Continue reading

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Review: What Stands in a Storm: Three Days in the Worst Superstorm to Hit the South’s Tornado Alley by Kim Cross

I grew up in the  Midwest. I’m quite familiar with tornadoes and the deafening sounds of the alarms meant to warn citizens of the impending danger. We had hundreds of tornado drills in school, every child familiar with the term … Continue reading

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Review: Crazy Love You by Lisa Unger

New and loyal readers alike are certain to be thrilled with this phenomenal thriller. It mixes two of my favorite genres, thriller and horror, into one perfectly constructed, absolutely chilling package. At this point in her writing career, no one … Continue reading

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Review: The Damned by Andrew Pyper

I discovered Pyper’s work last year when I listened to the audiobook production of his novel, The Demonologist. I became an instant fan; Pyper’s talent for creating dark and richly terrifying reading experience makes him one of the horror writing greats, … Continue reading

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