Mike Thomas's Blog, page 29
November 5, 2016
Reblog: Before It’s Too Late by Jane Isaac – Reviewed by BIBLIOPHILE BOOK CLUB
About the book:
Following an argument with her British boyfriend, Chinese student Min Li is abducted whilst walking the dark streets of picturesque Stratford-upon-Avon alone.
Trapped in a dark pit, Min is at the mercy of her captor. Detective Inspector Will Jackman is tasked with solving the case and in his search for answers discovers that the truth is buried deeper than he ever expected.
But, as another student vanishes and Min grows ever weaker, time is running out....
Reblog: Missing, Presumed by Susie Steiner – Reviewed by The Quiet Knitter
Reviewed: 31 October 2016 4 out of 5 stars Copy supplied by The Borough Press in return for an honest review
Description:
72 HOURS TO FIND HER…
‘Hits the sweet spot between literary and crime fiction – Gripping’ ERIN KELLY
‘For those who love their crime fiction rich in psychology, beautifully written and laced with dark humour. Dive in’ LUCIE WHITEHOUSE
A MISSING GIRL
Edith Hind is gone, leaving just her coat, a smear of blood and a half-open d...
Reblog: Crash Land – Doug Johnstone – Reviewed by crimeworm
CRASH: An adrenaline-charged thriller from the Kindle-bestselling author of Gone Again and Hit and Run.
Sitting in the departure lounge of Kirkwall Airport, Finn Sullivan just wants to get off Orkney. But then he meets the mysterious and dangerous Maddie Pierce, stepping in to save her from some unwanted attention, and his life is changed forever.
Set against the brutal, unforgiving landscape of Orkney, CRASHLAND is a psychological thriller steeped in guilt, shame, lust, deception...
November 4, 2016
Reblog: Beneath the Ashes by Jane Isaac – Reviewed by Linda’s Book Bag
I’m delighted to be part of the launch celebrations for Jane Isaac’s Beneath the Ashes. Beneath the Ashes was published on 1st November 2016 by Legend Press and is available for purchase in e-book and paperback here.
Beneath the Ashes
The floor felt hard beneath her face. Nancy opened her eyes. Blinked several times. A pain seared through her head. She could feel fluid. No. She was lying in fluid.
When a body is discovered in a burnt-out barn in the Warwickshire countrysid...
Reblog – The Killing Game by J.S. Carol – Reviewed by damppebbles
“A woman walks into a restaurant. Will she come out alive?
JJ Johnson is Hollywood’s favourite publicist. Her word can launch careers – and break them.
But when lunch at exclusive restaurant Alfie’s turns into a fight for her life against a terrifying stranger, she quickly learns this is one situation she can’t talk her way out of.
The twisted individual knows everything about each of the wealthy diners. And soon, it becomes clear that he wants something more than money.
Can J...
Reblog: Cut to the Bone by Alex Caan – Reviewed by The Quiet Knitter
Reviewed: 4 November 2016 5 out of 5 stars Copy supplied by Bonnier Publishing in return for an honest review
Description:
One Missing Girl. Two Million Suspects.
Ruby is a vlogger, a rising star of YouTube and a heroine to millions of teenage girls.
And she’s missing . . .
But she’s an adult – the police aren’t too worried.
Until the video’s uploaded . . .
Ruby, in the dirt, pleading for her life.
Enter Detective Inspector...
Reblog: Crash Land by Doug Johnstone – Reviewed by BIBLIOPHILE BOOK CLUB
Hi everyone,
Today, I’m delighted to be posting my review for Crash Land as part of the blog tour. Many thanks to the lovely folks at Faberfor my review copy.
About the book:
Sitting in the departure lounge of Kirkwall Airport, Finn Sullivan just wants to get off Orkney. But then he meets the mysterious and dangerous Maddie Pierce, stepping in to save her from some unwanted attention, and his life is changed forever.
Set against the brutal, unforgiving landscape of Ork...
Reblog: Modern DNA Profiling: Two Infamous Cold Cases Solved – Via Author Jennifer Chase
Photo courtesy of kotatv.com.
Once the horrific act of murder has been committed, there is generally a relatively short window of time for law enforcement to solve the mystery. As time passes, the chance of a solving a murder case dwindles significantly.
And, the reason is simple—witnesses’ memories fade, valuable evidence begins to vanish or disintegrate, and police resources are reallocated. These seemingly forgotten murder files become known as cold cases.
Every onc...
Reblog: Love You To Death by Caroline Mitchell – Reviewed by Chat About Books
![Love You to Death: An Absolutely Gripping Thriller With a Killer Twist (Detective Ruby Preston Crime Thriller Series Book 1) by [Mitchell, Caroline]](https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/hostedimages/1478262045i/21053159.jpg)
Publisher: Bookouture (11th November 2016)
OH MY DAYS!!!
I finished Love You To Death late last night and I think I pretty much held mybreath through those last few chapters!!
Definitely not for the faint-hearted, this is probably one of the most disturbing and creepy books I’ve ever read. I LOVED it! Caroline Mitchell, if you’re reading this, you are an incredible storyteller!
Love You To Death is the first in a new series and introduces us to Detective Ruby Preston. I war...
Reblog: My Husband’s Son by Deborah O’Connor – Reviewed by BYTHELETTERBOOKREVIEWS
Book Description:
A gripping psychological thriller with a devastating twist, perfect for fans of Apple Tree Yard, While My Eyes Were Closed and Between You and Me
You’d always recognise your own son. Wouldn’t you?
Heidi and Jason aren’t like other couples.
Six years ago, Heidi’s daughter was murdered. A year later, Jason’s son Barney disappeared. Their shared loss brought them together.
By chance, Heidi meets a boy she’s certain is Barney.
But Jason is equally convinc...
