Clouds In the Future by Eric Goebelbecker Genre: Science Fiction / War ISBN: 9798990006720 Print Length: 254 pages Amazon Bookshop Reviewed by Andrea Marks-Joseph A moving human story in a brutal future where a soldier must fight against instinct to get revenge in the war with the aliens Soldiers and civilians are living in the […]
The Bulgarian Bartender by Daryl Kulak Genre: Mystery, Thriller & Suspense ISBN: 9781304213860 Print Length: 252 pages Amazon Bookshop Reviewed by Melissa Suggitt A story packed with heart, hilarity, and a healthy dose of chaos Two small-town women, one missing friend, and a dangerous Bulgarian underworld—how far would you go for friendship? The Bulgarian Bartender […]
In her latest novel, Pulitzer Prize finalist Eowyn Ivey returns to the enchanted Alaskan landscape that captivated readers in “The Snow Child.” With “Black Woods, Blue Sky,” she weaves an even darker fairy tale, one that explores the razor’s edge between wild freedom and dangerous obsession. Plot and Narrative Structure The story follows Birdie, a […]
In her compelling debut novel, Channelle Desamours weaves an intricate tale that masterfully blends elements of mystery, supernatural fiction, and contemporary social commentary. Needy Little Things introduces us to Sariyah Lee Bryant, a Black teenager with an extraordinary ability to hear people’s tangible needs – from simple items like pencils and hair ties to objects […]
Wings of Starlight marks Allison Saft’s enchanting venture into the beloved world of Disney Fairies, delivering a poignant origin story that explores the bittersweet romance between Queen Clarion and Lord Milori. As the author’s fifth novel, following her successful works like A Far Wilder Magic and A Dark and Drowning Tide, this standalone YA fantasy […]
Dream Girl Drama is the third installment in Tessa Bailey’s Big Shots series, following Fangirl Down and The Au Pair Affair. While each book stands alone, they share the common thread of exploring romance in high-stakes professional settings. The series has earned acclaim for its perfect blend of steam and emotional depth, with Dream Girl […]
In her latest thriller, A Killing Cold, Kate Alice Marshall weaves an intricate tale of buried truths and deadly consequences at an isolated mountain retreat. Following the success of “What Lies in the Woods” and “No One Can Know,” Marshall demonstrates her growing prowess in crafting atmospheric mysteries that delve deep into the psychology of […]
The “locked-room” or “impossible crime” mystery is a sub genre of crime and detective fiction, and one of our favorites. Here is a selection of 8 Classic Locked Room Mysteries for your enjoyment! This post may contain affiliate links that earn us a commission at no extra cost to you. 8 Classic Locked Room Mysteries […]
Final Exam by Lou Pugliese Genre: Mystery, Thriller & Suspense / Small Town ISBN: 9798990072633 Print Length: 208 pages Amazon Reviewed by Peter Hassebroek A rural college town is shaken to the core in this thriller of brutal crimes and human complexity. Widower Don Weston, a Civil War buff and ex-cop from Philadelphia, has found […]
In “Missing in Flight,” Audrey J. Cole masterfully crafts a pulse-pounding thriller that taps into every parent’s deepest fear – losing a child. But Cole takes this premise to new heights, quite literally, by setting the disappearance aboard a commercial flight from Anchorage to New York. The result is a claustrophobic, tension-filled narrative that keeps […]