Author Archives: Jenn

2019 Murder Monsters & Mayhem Kick-Off!

Tomorrow is  October 1st or, as I like to call it, the first day of Halloween!  We still haven’t quite reached Fall temps here yet (record highs in the 90s are predicted this week) so getting in the spirit of … Continue reading

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Announcing 2019 Murder, Monsters & Mayhem!

It’s almost that time of year again! October, the most wonderful month of the year for horror-loving fans! Anyone who has followed this blog for any significant period of time understand just how much I love Halloween (and Fall in … Continue reading

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2019 Murder, Monsters & Mayhem: Seeking Guest Posts!

Kick-off for Murder, Monsters & Mayhem is just a month away!  I’m pulling together a host of great titles I’ll be reviewing in the horror or thriller categories! Horror and thriller lovers! I need  your help! Want to submit a … Continue reading

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Readers Imbibing Peril (RIP) XIV!

It’s my favorite time of year! For me, Fall doesn’t kick off after Labor Day, but instead when Readers Imbibing Peril (affectionately known as RIP!) begins! Here’s a little bit about this challenge: The purpose of the R.I.P. Challenge is … Continue reading

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Review: Middlegame by Seanan McGuire

Strange premise, yes.  Honestly, I don’t think I’ve read anything like this, and that is what makes this book so tremendous.  McGuire consistently takes her readers on whirlwind ride in her books, forcing them to suspend disbelief and put trust … Continue reading

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Review: The Chain by Adrian McKinty

So….I usually avoid the books everyone is talking about, not wanting to have my opinion tainted by others.  In this case, however, I couldn’t resist. It called to me from my Kindle. I devoured it in one sitting. The premise … Continue reading

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Review: Lock Every Door by Riley Sager

If you haven’t read this author’s previous work (Final Girls, The Last Time I Lied) you really need to get on it!  Sager excels at crafting characters you can’t fully trust with…questionable backgrounds. I’m usually could at solving endings but … Continue reading

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Review: Recursion by Blake Crouch

My summary just touches the surface of the enormity Crouch has crafted in this truly complex techno-thriller. Any in-depth exploration of what transpires is certain to spoil the reading experience, one that will quite literally twist and distort anything and … Continue reading

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Review: City of Girls by Elizabeth Gilbert

Those who know me well know that I typically hold out on reading titles people are raving about, if only to have the ability to make my own opinion without the influence of others. That said, the moment I read … Continue reading

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Review: Miracle Creek by Angie Kim

Miracle Creek was my first selection as part of the Book of the Month program.  When I was unable to secure a review copy in advance of publication, I knew this was the perfect opportunity to get my hands on … Continue reading

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