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Review: I’m Thinking of Ending Things by Iain Reid

Posted on June 9, 2016 by Jenn

I just finished reading this book in the wee hours of the night last night. Normally, it takes me a few days to process a review, yet in this case I needed to get this book out of my head. … Continue reading →

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Review: The Fireman by Joe Hill

Posted on May 23, 2016 by Jenn

I don’t think I need to remind you of my love of anything Joe Hill writes, correct? I’ve read most everything this brilliantly talented author has written, including all of his graphic novels. When I learned the premise of this most recent … Continue reading →

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Review: Girls on Fire by Robin Wasserman

Posted on May 18, 2016 by Jenn

As I read the final pages of this book, all the expletives came flowing from me. That’s not a complaint, it’s praise.  Never did I imagine or predict what control and power this title held over me. I found myself … Continue reading →

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Review: Wilde Lake by Laura Lippman

Posted on May 11, 2016 by Jenn

A long time fan of Lippman’s work, I respect how her thrillers not only revolve around a mysterious crime or death, but also have a flavor of social commentary.  In this case, she reflects upon mental illness, the treatment of … Continue reading →

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Review: A Murder in Time by Julie McElwain

Posted on April 12, 2016 by Jenn

No reason to hold back, there is nothing about this book I didn’t enjoy! It captures so much of everything I love in fiction, into one beautifully wrapped package.  Time travel, suspense, romance, history…this novel genuinely has it all.  Imagine … Continue reading →

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Review: The Passenger by Lisa Lutz

Posted on February 23, 2016 by Jenn

Wow, what a read! It sounds cliche, but this book took my breath away. Just when I thought I knew where the book was heading, I was taken on a completely different path, my heart pounding and pulse racing, a … Continue reading →

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Review: The Ex by Alafair Burke

Posted on February 11, 2016 by Jenn

No exaggerating: I read this book in under two hours. Already a fan of Burke’s writing, she captivated me from page one and, by the end, I was completely floored by what transpired. I was ready to pick it up … Continue reading →

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Review: The Evening Spider by Emily Arsenault

Posted on February 4, 2016 by Jenn

This is one of those books I was instantly captivated by, the premise drawing me in.  I’m all about old creaky houses that go bump in the night.  Even more so, I was drawn to the two characters, Abby and … Continue reading →

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Review: Missing Pieces by Heather Gudenkauf

Posted on February 3, 2016 by Jenn

I’ve been a fan of Gudenkauf’s writing for some time, devouring each book as soon as it releases.  She is an expert at portraying the intricate details of small-town life: the relationships, history, and secrets.  Most importantly, however, she captures the … Continue reading →

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Review: The Guest Room by Chris Bohjalian

Posted on January 20, 2016 by Jenn

I honestly had no idea what to expect when I began this title. I’ve been a fan of Bohjalian’s writing for some time now and I always begin reading his latest novel with a completely open mind, ignoring any early … Continue reading →

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