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Never Flinch by Stephen King

Never Flinch is the fourth book in Stephen King’s Holly Gibney series, following The Outsider, If It Bleeds, and Holly. This crime thriller continues King’s signature mix of suspense, darkness, and rich character-driven narratives. The plot focuses on a series of chilling murders inspired by a twisted sense of justice, alongside an equally disturbing campaign […]

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Holly by Stephen King

Stephen King’s Holly (2023) marks the much-anticipated third installment in the Holly Gibney series, following The Outsider and If It Bleeds. King’s beloved, resourceful private investigator Holly Gibney—introduced as a shy, eccentric figure—has evolved over the series into a tenacious and empathetic detective. In Holly, she takes center stage once again, and readers are treated […]

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The Outsider by Stephen King

Stephen King’s The Outsider delivers a riveting blend of crime thriller and supernatural horror. Published as the first book in the Holly Gibney series, this novel introduces readers to a deeply unsettling premise: What if overwhelming evidence points to a suspect who couldn’t possibly have committed the crime? In classic King fashion, the story pushes […]

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Dream Count by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie

Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie’s Dream Count marks her return to fiction after a decade of essays, speeches, and celebrated short works. Best known for Americanah, Half of a Yellow Sun, and her viral essay We Should All Be Feminists, Adichie’s storytelling prowess needs little introduction. In Dream Count, Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie explores the lives of four women—Chiamaka, […]

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Book Review: The Plain of Pillars

The Plain of Pillars by D. Firth Griffith Genre: Mythology & Folklore / Celtic ISBN: 9781735492292 Print Length: 264 pages Amazon Reviewed by Samantha Hui A sharp critique of colonization, apathy, and individualism The Plain of Pillars retells Celtic myths and revitalizes ancient folkloric traditions, using classic storytelling techniques to illuminate truths that resonate with […]

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One Last Rainy Day by Kate Stewart

In the highly anticipated spin-off of her internationally bestselling Ravenhood series, Kate Stewart delivers a gut-wrenching tale of forbidden love, devastating choices, and the price of loyalty in “One Last Rainy Day.” This first installment in The Ravenhood Legacy trilogy masterfully weaves together romance, suspense, and moral ambiguity through the eyes of the enigmatic Dominic […]

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The Secret of the Three Fates by Jess Armstrong

In this atmospheric follow-up to her award-winning debut The Curse of Penryth Hall, Jess Armstrong brings back the intrepid American heiress Ruby Vaughn for another gothic adventure, this time set in the misty Scottish Borders. While The Secret of the Three Fates delivers on its promises of mystery, murder, and supernatural intrigue, it occasionally stumbles […]

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Booked for Murder by P. J. Nelson

P. J. Nelson’s debut cozy mystery, Booked for Murder, presents an intriguing blend of small-town dynamics and theatrical flair, centered around a Victorian mansion-turned-bookstore in the aptly named town of Enigma, Georgia. While the novel shows promise with its unique setting and compelling protagonist, it occasionally stumbles in its execution, much like its main character’s […]

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5 Amazing New Books for January 2025

Racing into 2025 we’ve selected 5 Amazing New Books for January 2025. An eclectic, exciting month including an new release from Nobel Prize Winner Han Kang and Amira Ghenim’s English language debut. This post may contain affiliate links that earn us a commission at no extra cost to you. 5 Amazing New Books for January […]

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The Cure for Women by Lydia Reeder

Lydia Reeder’s The Cure for Women is a meticulously researched and vividly written exploration of a pivotal chapter in medical and feminist history. The book unpacks how Victorian-era male physicians weaponized pseudoscience to justify gender inequality, declaring women unfit for higher education and professional ambitions. Against this backdrop, the story of Mary Putnam Jacobi—a pioneering […]