Spellraiser by Tim Hawken, Review: Experimental YA fantasy
Tim Hawken’s Spellraiser is a modern YA fantasy presented in an experimental 100 chapter micro-story format with graphical illustrations by Sofia Behnke.
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One for Sorrow by Helen Fields, Book Review: Riveting read
One for Sorrow, the seventh title in Helen Fields’ DI Callanach Series, is a crime narrative tackling confronting topics, pulsating with emotional depth and gut-wrenching suspense. Read my full review.
138 Dates by Rebekah Campbell, Review: Hard-earned happiness
Rebekah Campbell’s 138 Dates offers readers candid lessons from one woman’s journey of personal growth in business, love and life. Read my review.
Love and Other Puzzles by Kimberley Allsopp, Review: Clever
Love and Other Puzzles, Kimberley Allsopp’s entertaining debut novel is a cocktail of wit and nostalgic pop-culture minus the hangover. Read my full review.
Interview: Rebecca Zanetti on her Laurel Snow romantic thrillers
Today I have the great pleasure of interviewing Rebecca Zanetti, author of new romantic thriller You Can Run. Disclosure: If you click a link in this post and make a purchase, I may earn a small commission. Author Bio: Rebecca…
The Competition by Katherine Collette, Review: Authentic
The Competition by Katherine Collette is an eclectic redemption narrative exuding understated charm, humour and an authentic feel-good vibe. Read my review.
The Maid, Book Review: Nita Prose’ emotionally astute debut
The Maid by Nita Prose is a clever cozy mystery, nuanced character study and emotionally astute and satisfying literature. Read my full review.
Conviction by Denise Mina, Audiobook Review: Thrilling metafiction
Denise Mina’s Conviction (Anna & Fin, 1) is a thrilling modern spin on mystery metafiction; the audiobook expertly narrated by Cathleen McCarron. Read my full review. Conviction (Anna & Fin, 1) Book Synopsis A REESE WITHERSPOON BOOK CLUB PICKA BOOK…
Burnt Out by Victoria Brookman, Review: Engaging advocacy
Victoria Brookman’s debut novel Burnt Out is an intriguing combination of contemporary drama and climate change advocacy. Read my ful review.
Safety in Numbers by Sophie Penhaligon, Review: Steamy sugar hit
Safety in Numbers’ STEM and disability premise holds great promise, but does Sophie Penhaligon’s execution offer more than a romantic sugar hit? Read my review.
The Lincoln Highway, Book Review: Amor Towles’ heroic dogma
The Lincoln Highway by Amor Towles is filled with characters that charm but international readers may find the anthemic Americana less beguiling. Read my full review. The Lincoln Highway Book Synopsis Two brothers venture across 1950s America to New York…
Wild Place by Christian White, Review: Shocking domesticity
In Wild Place, Christian White delivers another shocking twist-filled domestic thriller laced with thought-provoking social commentary. Read my full review. Wild Place Book Synopsis In the summer of 1989, a local teen goes missing from the idyllic Australian suburb of Camp…
Once There Were Wolves by Charlotte McConaghy, Review: Mesmerising
Once There Were Wolves by Charlotte McConaghy is as mesmerising as it is thrilling; the work of an exceptionally talented author. Read my full review.
The Painting by Alison Booth, Review: The scars of art
The Painting by Alison Booth is an art theft mystery and perceptive contemporary exploration of the migrant experience. Read my full review.
Lisa Jewell’s The Night She Disappeared: Average at best
Lisa Jewell’s The Night She Disappeared is an engaging read but there are far better-executed mystery thrillers from less-lauded authors. Read my full review.
The Women’s Circle: Karyn Sepulveda’s inspiration + Giveaway
Delighted to welcome Karyn Sepulveda to share with us what inspired her to write her new novel The Women’s Circle. Plus, thanks to the lovely people at Ventura Press we have an ebook copy of The Women’s Circle to giveaway – entry…
