Author Archives: Jenn

R.eaders I.mbibing P.eril Thirteen!

Posted on August 31, 2018 by Jenn

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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Quick-Takes Review: #MurderTrending by Gretchen McNeil

Posted on August 29, 2018 by Jenn

Now this was a fun read!  Picture Hunger Games meets Survivor, in all the best of ways. I’m a huge fan of McNeil’s thrillers, and this one just added on to my adoration of everything she does! This lady is … Continue reading →

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Review: Vox by Christina Dalcher

Posted on August 21, 2018 by Jenn

I’ve been looking forward to reading this title since I first heard about it in the early part of this year.  The premise sounded phenomenal, quite timely given the state of our current government.  Alas, my hope and expectations were … Continue reading →

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Review: The Shortest Way Home by Miriam Parker

Posted on August 1, 2018 by Jenn

I haven’t fallen for a book like this one in some time! Honestly, I’m having a difficult time not gushing endlessly about how amazing it is!  I adored Hannah’s character! I was right with her when she made the decision … Continue reading →

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Dewey’s July 24-Hour REVERSE #Readathon!

Posted on July 27, 2018 by Jenn

What what? A summer read-a-thon!? Yes, please!  And what is a reverse read-a-thon, you may ask? Well, traditionally the read-a-thon begins at 8 AM Eastern on Saturday and runs until 8 AM on Sunday.  This read-a-thon starts tonight (Friday)at 8 … Continue reading →

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Review: Contagion by Erin Bowman

Posted on July 26, 2018 by Jenn

I’m all about a sci-fi/horror mash up and boy, did this one exceed my expectations.   Reading the description, it instantly reminded me of Aliens, one of my very favorite space-based horror movies.  Though similar, this one truly rose above, standing … Continue reading →

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Review: Baby Teeth by Zoje Stage

Posted on July 16, 2018 by Jenn

Raising a child is difficult enough, but can you imagine raising a child that is the embodiment of evil? I don’t know what was more terrifying, the feral-like barks Hanna uses to communicate with her mother or that when she … Continue reading →

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Review: Give Me Your Hand by Megan Abbott

Posted on July 11, 2018 by Jenn

If you haven’t experienced the brilliant writings of Abbott, you are certainly missing out.  She excels at capturing the female psyche and the brilliant (and simultaneously horrifying) relationships between women. Just when you think she’s reached the pinnacle of psychological … Continue reading →

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Review: Caged by Ellison Cooper

Posted on July 6, 2018 by Jenn

I’m all about trying debut thrillers.  I was drawn to this one to due to the setting (Washington DC metro) and the science behind the main character’s research.  A student of psychology and criminal justice myself, I’ve always been drawn … Continue reading →

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Review: The Last Time I Lied by Riley Sager

Posted on June 22, 2018 by Jenn

Much like Sager’s previous title, Final Girls, Emma is the girl that remains after a pretty tragic experience at a summer school for wealthy children.  Following the incident, Emma was cast in a shadow of doubt by others involved and to be … Continue reading →

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