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Here is my 4.05 rounded to 4 stars review of The Library Game: A Secret Staircase Novel by Gigi Pandian:https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
Cozy Mystery
Locked Room Mystery
Disappearing Bodies
Illusionists
Libraries
Entertaining, Interesting Characters, Some Suspense, A bit of romance, a lot of misdirection, a good mystery
How We Learn to Be Brave: Decisive Moments in Life and Faith by Mariann Edgar Budde
You might have heard her speak some brave lines during the inaugural service in January this year. This book proves that she walks the talk.
https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
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The Secret Detective Agency by Helena Dixonhttps://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
My review of Eight Days at Yalta: How Churchill, Roosevelt, and Stalin Shaped the Post-War World by Diana Prestonhttps://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
Secrets Inside the Orange - Michael J. Armijo
Genera: 12 short stories of art mixed with Intrigue
5★
Review:https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
My second book for the week is
Homicide in the Indian Hills by Erica Ruth Neubauer.https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
The Answer is No is a hilarious short story by Fredrik Backman. My five star review:https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
The Matchmakers by Vanessa Edwards
One of the most complex and cleverest suspense stories I have read recently, with multiple characters and subplots. despite a few writing issues, I quite enjoyed this indie novel.
https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
Bird lovers will enjoy Amy Tan’s Tje Backyard Bird Chronicles.
. My four star review:https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
Recommended for those who love historical novels based on real people and events.
The Mademoiselle Alliance by Natasha Lester is a brilliant account of Marie Madeleine Fourcade, an amazing woman, who was the leader of the Alliance intelligence network in France during WW2. I can't believe I've never heard of her before. review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
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The English Wife by Anna Stuart, it was a phenomenal read!https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
Irish author Jess Kidd's new novel, Murder at Gulls Nest, is the first of what I bet will be a popular new cosy mystery series. Former nun Nora Breen is exasperatingly 'helpful' to a local detective. 😊
My review of Murder at Gulls Nest
The Third Man is the classic Graham Greene post WW2 mystery set in occupied Vienna. It has been produced in many formats, text, script, film, and this fully dramatised version I refer to as a radio play. So good!
My review of The Third Man
Kill Switch - Penelope Douglas
Four Horseman/Devil's Night Series Book #3
Genera: M/F Romance Mystery & Suspense/Thriller
5★
Review:https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
The River of Kings
is not as strong as Brown’s later works, but still darn good. My four star review:https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
Here is my 4.48 rounded to 4 stars review of Witness 8 by Steve Cavanagh:https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
Legal Thriller / Psychological Thriller
8th book in the Eddie Flynn series
Multiple Points of view
Fast-paced
Set in Manhattan
Unconventional legal team
Distinctive characters
Multi-layered plot
Two crime-based books, one is possible a parody and one is actually a parody. Despite minor flaws, both are fun to read!1. Where the Bones Lie by Nick Kolakowski
A detective thriller that pays ode to classic sleuth stories but with an unlikely sleuth.
https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
2. The Awful Truth About The Sushing Prize by Marco Ocram
I have never read a book such as this! The premise is outrageously creative. If you enjoy satire, try this.
https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
Out of My Dreams: The Out of My Mind Series, Book 3 by Sharon M. DraperMy review 3.5 stars:
https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
The Pulling by Adele DumontMy review 4 stars:
https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
Too Old for This by Samantha Downing in a fun, addictive read, where an ex serial killer must deal with someone looking into her past.review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
Jane Austen's Bookshelf: A Rare Book Collector's Quest to Find the Women Writers Who Shaped a Legend by Rebecca Romney
A fascinating book about the women writers who broke the norms before Austen. A great choice for all classic lit lovers.
https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
I read
Local Girl Missing by Lisa Regan. Loved it!My review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
My review for The Venice Reunion Arrangement Michelle Douglas
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The Next One Is For You
is a fascinating NF about the American gun running operation for the Provos. My four star review:https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
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my review
Spare the Rod - Marie Sexton - (Colorado)
The Heretic Doms Club Series - Book #3
Genera: M/M Romance/BDSM/Dom & sub relationship
5★
Review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
Candide – Voltaire – 4****
This is perhaps Voltaire’s best-known work. The novella follows the callow Candide as he travels the world searching for his true love, Cunégonde, accompanied by his faithful servant / companion Cacambo. Voltaire managed to skewer virtually all “important” institutions of the day in this satirical fable. Among his adventures across the globe, Candide comes across Jesuits, the Inquisition, cannibals, El Dorado, pirates, an old woman, healers, merchants, etc. He frequently relies on the teachings of Pangloss to see him through, maintaining optimism in the face of adversity.
LINK to my full review
I read Wild Dark Shore by Charlotte McConaghy and was once again blown away by this author's lyrical prose that hypnotizes you in the best possible way. Highly advise each of her previous books also - all are a love letter to nature with dire warnings about climate control all wrapped up in a tale of mysterious suspense. 5 Stars! My Review
Wizard of Most Wicked Ways by Charlie N. Holmberg
Book Four of the Whimbrel House series, this historical fantasy will work only for those who have read and enjoyed the previous three books.
https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
This one made me smile! Such a delightful read.Eddie Winston Is Looking for Love
. My thoughts: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...Am looking fwd to
No Good Deed - Marie Sexton - (Colorado)
The Heretic Doms Club series Book #4
Genera: M/M Romance/Dom/sub
5★
Review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
Here is my 4.47 rounded to 4 stars review of The Ride: Paul Revere and the Night That Saved America by Kostya Kennedy:https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
Part Biography / Part Colonial History
Paul Revere's ride the night of April 18-19, 1775
Thought-provoking and Engaging
Well-researched
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The House of My Mother: A Daughter's Quest for Freedom by Shari Franke, a heartbreaking memoir.
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Beach Vibes by Susan Mallery, the ultimate family drama.
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