The horror short story, The Premature Burial by Edgar Allan Poe was published in 1844 in The Philadelphia Dollar Newspaper. Its main character expresses understandable concern about being buried alive. This post may contain affiliate links that earn us a commission at no extra cost to you. The Premature Burial by Edgar Allan Poe The […]
In his sophomore novel The Way, Cary Groner weaves an intricate tapestry of post-apocalyptic survival, spiritual awakening, and human connection. Following his debut novel Exiles (2011), Groner returns with a more ambitious narrative that transcends typical dystopian tropes to explore deeper questions about consciousness, companionship, and the nature of reality itself. The Story’s Heart Set […]
Synopsis: When a corpse with webbed feet and other aquatic adaptations washes ashore during a hurricane, the county medical examiner calls in marine biologist Will Myers for assistance. The deceased’s mysterious sister, Andreia, claims the body and asks Will to help figure out how her brother died. Will and Andreia bond over shared tragedies and […]
Signe Pike concludes her Lost Queen trilogy with The Shadowed Land, a masterfully woven tale of history, mysticism, and personal destiny. Following the lives of Languoreth, her twin brother Lailoken, her warrior daughter Angharad, and the charismatic Artúr mac Aedan, this epic blends historical intrigue with rich Celtic mythology. Pike’s unique ability to resurrect historical […]
Another year done and it was a fabulous year for books. Test your knowledge of the biggest books of the year with our Year in Books 2024 Quiz. The Year in Books 2024 Quiz QUIZ START Books Featured in the Quiz Click on the image to buy a copy If you enjoyed The Year in […]
Signe Pike’s The Forgotten Kingdom is the second installment in The Lost Queen trilogy. Set against the backdrop of 6th-century Scotland, the novel intricately weaves a tale of mysticism, political upheaval, and familial loyalty. Following the success of the first book, The Lost Queen, this sequel deepens the narrative, exploring themes of resilience, betrayal, and […]
Signe Pike’s The Lost Queen introduces readers to the forgotten queen Languoreth, twin sister to the figure who inspired the mythical Merlin. This historical novel—the first in The Lost Queen Trilogy—blends legend and history, crafting an immersive narrative steeped in ancient Scotland’s mystical landscapes and cultural conflicts. The book’s compelling portrayal of sixth-century life offers […]
In Nobody’s Fool, Harlan Coben weaves an intricate tapestry of past and present, guilt and redemption, truth and deception. This follow-up to Fool Me Once introduces us to former detective Sami Kierce’s haunted world, where a decades-old nightmare crashes into his present life with devastating consequences. The novel masterfully blends elements of psychological thriller, police […]
In Harlan Coben’s riveting thriller “Fool Me Once,” the master storyteller weaves an intricate tale of deception, murder, and psychological manipulation that keeps readers guessing until the very last page. As the first installment in the Detective Sami Kierce series, this novel showcases Coben’s expertise in crafting complex narratives while introducing compelling new characters that […]
The Man without a Temperament by Katherine Mansfield was first published in Arts and Letters in Spring 1920, and later included the collection Bliss and Other Stories. This post may contain affiliate links that earn us a commission at no extra cost to you. The Man without a Temperament by Katherine Mansfield The Man without […]