Dawn Reno Langley's Analyzing the Prescotts is a harrowing dive into the complexities of family, identity, and the rippling effects of societal prejudice. The premise is immediately gripping: a family's world is shattered by the father'...
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Her Last Hour by B. R. Spangler is book eleven in the Detective Casey White series, but you can definitely read it without having read the rest of the series. I hadn't read any of the previous books (but now I want to!).Her Last Hour is a gripping, e...
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I recently watched Harlan Coben's BBC Maestro course on writing thrillers. It was amazing, and I highly recommend it! Harlan is a very engaging instructor. I loved listening to his advice! So, of course, now that I'm finished the course, I had to rea...
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Postcards from the Cove by Jennifer Bardsley is a heartwarming and evocative tale that masterfully intertwines the beauty of a seaside setting with a poignant story of love, loss, and discovery. Set against the picturesque backdrop of Sand Dollar Cov...
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In her latest Joanna Brady and Walker Family suspense novel Blessing of the Lost Girls, J.A. Jance delivers a gripping and poignant narrative that seamlessly intertwines the realms of mystery and cultural awareness. This novel marks a triumphant retu...
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Review of The Paris Spy's Girl by Amanda Lees: A Heart-Wrenching Historical Romance in Wartime Paris
Wow, am I excited to have discovered Amanda Lees' writing! This book combined two of my favourite genres: thrillers and historical fiction. I was glued to the book from the moment I started reading. 5/5 stars, without a doubt!!The Paris Spy's Girl by...
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In Ellie Midwood's gripping historical novel, I Have to Save Them, readers are transported to the heart-wrenching realities of Auschwitz in 1942. The story, inspired by the true account of Orli Reichert, a German resistance fighter, unfolds a narrati...
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Susanne O'Leary's The Keeper of the Irish Secret is a heartwarming tale that masterfully blends elements of romance, mystery, and family drama against the picturesque backdrop of the Irish coast. The novel revolves around Lily Fleury, a character who...
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The Daughters of Mersey Square by Pam Howes is a poignant and emotionally charged historical novel set in Stockport, 1984, that delves into themes of tragedy, betrayal, and the resilience of the human spirit. Through the lens of Sammy Cantello's life...
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Second Chances at the Cottage by the Sea by Rebecca Alexander is a touching and evocative novel that effortlessly weaves together themes of loss, discovery, and the enduring power of love. The story follows Eleanor Markham, a woman engulfed in grief ...
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I've really been enjoying WWII fiction lately and The Girl from Provence by Helen Fripp didn't disappoint. Without further ado, here's my review.Courage and Resilience in WWII FranceThe Girl from Provence by Helen Fripp is a riveting tale set against...
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The Perfect Witness by Katie Mettner is a riveting tale of courage, trust, and survival that grips readers from the first page. In this thrilling narrative, Mettner weaves a compelling story where the stakes couldn't be higher for the key witness, Ma...
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I'm a huge fan of this whole series, so it won't surprise anyone that I loved Mercy Kill. 5/5 stars!Mercy Kill by Robin James is a riveting installment in the Cass Leary legal thriller series, demonstrating James's ability to elevate her storytelling...
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If you don't feel like reading the full review, here's a spoiler: I loved this book! 5/5 stars!Love Grudge by Chantal Fernando is a compelling retelling of the classic Romeo and Juliet story, ingeniously set in the gritty, thrilling world of two riva...
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Spoiler: 5/5 stars!! Loved it! One of my favourite reads this year!Emilia Hart's debut novel Weyward is a compelling tapestry of resilience, magic, and the enduring strength of women. Set across three distinct timelines—1619, 1942, and 2019—Hart...
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