Engaging Reviews

Mock, A.G. – Now is the Time of Monsters

Now is the Time of Monsters A.G. Mock Read 2/27/2025-3/4/2025 From the very beginning, Mock captivated and ensnared me as Now is the Time of Monsters is not just another horror/psychological thriller.  It’s truly a descent into the darkest corners of the human psyche.  A deep dive into the very nature of reality, the fragility […]

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Harper, H.E. – Petals and Poison

Petals and Poison – A Garden Gate Mystery –H.E. Harper Read 2/25/2025-2/26/2025 Petals and Poison – The Garden Gate Community by H.E. Harper cultivates attention for its mix of murder, mystery, trauma, love, heartache, and shocking neighborly antics.  This contemporary cozy mystery weaves in elements of psychological thriller, introducing us to the captivating journey of

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Weaver, Brynne – Scythe & Sparrow

Scythe & Sparrow -Brynne Weaver Read 2/22/2025-2/25/2025 Ta-da!!! It’s OVER!!!!! The Ruinous Trilogy has concluded, and I have to say I am so thankful. I had such high expectations for S&S and I think I hyped myself up too much – which led to major disappointment.S&S is a dark, stabby romcom dealing with past trauma,

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Hendrix, Grady – How to Sell a Haunted House

How to Sell a Haunted House Grady Hendrix Read 2/13/2025-2/17/2025 As I sit down to write this, I find myself asking: What in the blue blazes did I just read?  I’ve never seriously considered DNF’ng a book before – although I have had a couple of close calls – but this one came close to

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Crowe, Caleb – Never Let You Go

Never Let You Go –Caleb Crowe Read 2/3/2025-2/6/2025 This was the first book by Caleb Crowe for me, and I went into it without reading reviews to avoid any bias.  While I have mixed feelings about the book, there’s no denying that Crowe has a unique style that captivates readers. His writing draws you in

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Webb, Keeley – Whispers in the Wine Cellar

Whispers in the Wine Cellar Keeley Webb Read 1/6/2025-1/9/2025 When you first read the blurb for the book by the author, well at least my sick twisted mind, thinks oh this is the start to a good joke.  The premise, which initially might conjure thoughts of a punchline involving a florist, an estate agent, and

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Peter, Victor – Jake

Jake was the first novel by Victor Peter for me and little did I know what was to come. If you’ve never read anything by Victor Peter, let me say this, if you are not in need of psychological monitoring BEFORE you read Jake, you will definitely be in need AFTER!!! LOL Seriously though, Victor

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Orr, Leah – The Champagne Toast

So, this was a first on two fronts for me – my first ever audio book and the first book for 2025. I have to admit, I have come to love audio books for when I am unable to sit and read – driving for more than half an hour at a time, piddling around

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Sorensen, Jessica Lynn – Secrets After Sunset

Secrets After Sunset Jessica Lynn Sorensen Read 12/16/2024-12/18/2024 Jessica’s enigmatic style of writing draws you in, hooks you then throws you on the wildest thrill ride of your life in Secrets After Sunset.  Honestly, I don’t even know where to start with this one.  Trying to formulate the words to do this book justice in

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Chafin, Jill Amber – Shaken

Shaken -Jill Amber Chafin Read 12/13/2024-12/14/2024 Shaken will, without a doubt, leave you shook!!! Shaken is a profound and gripping exploration of such a taboo subject, child abuse and its repercussions, particularly through the lens of Shaken Baby Syndrome while addressing mental health issues of those around the children in question.  Chafin bravely highlights the

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