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- [Moving time....](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2026/04/13/moving-time/) - I’ve been reviewing books since the early 2000s, and like most things on the internet, the platforms have changed along the way. I started on Blogspot, moved to WordPress, spent some time on Instagram, and now it feels like the right moment to shift again, this time to Substack. I’ll still share shorter, bookish thoughts
- [Follow my Bookish Posts & Reviews on Instagram!](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2022/01/17/follow-my-bookish-posts-reviews-on-instagram/) - Yes! I'm still reading & reviewing, but largely on Instagram! Follow me there to see what I'm reading and get recommendations!
- [2026 Big Game's On Read-a-thon: Half-Time Report!](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2026/02/08/2026-big-games-on-read-a-thon-half-time-report/) - Half-time is here! It’s is time to reminisce on what you’ve read so far today. How has your reading gone so far? What snacks have you partaken in? I finished reading Guess Again and I'm currently reading The End of Romance by Lily Meyer. As for food, we got a delicious platter of food! Wings,
- [2026 Big Game's On Read-a-thon: Kick-Off!](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2026/02/08/2026-big-games-on-read-a-thon-kick-off/) - It’s finally here…the kick off for The Big Game’s On Read‑a‑thon! The official Super Bowl kick off might still be hours away, but I’m planning to read most of the day, so I wanted to give everyone else the chance to jump in too! What are you planning to read today? I’m starting with Guess
- [2026 Big Game's On Read-a-thon!](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2026/02/01/2026-big-games-on-read-a-thon/) - It’s nearly time again!! As many of you know, I’ve never been above finding perfectly valid reasons to spend obscene amounts of time reading! Not into the game? Come read with me instead! The details: ✨ No rules, no guidelines — just read ✨ No start or end times — pick up a book whenever
- [Book Club Favorites of 2025](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2026/01/16/book-club-favorites-of-2025/) - The fiction book club I lead at One More Page Books kicks off the new year by talking about our favorite reads of the previous year. We call it a book club potluck: instead of food we bring book recommendations! This aren’t book club picks, but books we’ve read outside of book club that we’ve
- [2025 Thankfully Reading Week!  #thankfullyreading](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2025/11/24/2025-thankfully-reading-week-thankfullyreading-2/) - This is the official kick off post for Thankfully Reading Week! Feel free to link up your kick-off post below, as well as any update posts you have. Use Instagram, Threads or Bluesky? Just tag your post with #thankfullyreading so we can see it! Haven’t signed up yet to participate? Not to worry! There is
- [2025 Thankfully Reading Week! #thankfullyreading](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2025/11/17/2025-thankfully-reading-week-thankfullyreading/) - It's baack! And, due to its popularity, we're extending Thankfully Reading Weekend to a full week! New to Thankfully Reading Week(end)? Here are the details: There are no rules, we’re simply hoping to devote a good amount of time to reading, and perhaps meeting some of our reading challenges and goals for the year.
- [2025 Murder, Monsters & Mayhem Begins! 🎃📚](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2025/10/01/2025-murder-monsters-mayhem-begins-🎃📚/) - October is here, and you know what that means… it’s officially spooky season—and the return of Murder, Monsters & Mayhem! If you’ve been following this blog for a while, you already know: Halloween is my season. I live for the eerie, the unsettling, and the downright chilling. Fall vibes, flickering candles, and a stack of
- [2025 Murder, Monsters & Mayhem #murdermonstersmayhem](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2025/09/23/2025-murder-monsters-mayhem-murdermonstersmayhem/) - 🎃 The Countdown Begins... Halloween Is Almost Here! 🕸️ October is just over a week away, and that means it’s nearly time for my favorite annual tradition: Murder, Monsters & Mayhem — a month-long celebration of all things spooky, chilling, and delightfully dark! If you’ve been following me for a while, you already know how
- [2025 The Big Game's On Read-a-thon Kickoff! #biggamereadathon](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2025/02/09/2025-the-big-games-on-read-a-thon-kickoff-biggamereadathon/) - It’s finally here, the kick-off for The Big Game’s On Read-a-thon! Although the official Superbowl kick-off isn’t for several hours yet, I wanted to give everyone the opportunity to start reading if they choose! What do you plan on reading today? Since the Super Bowl is all about the food, what do you plan on
- [2025 Big Game's On Read-a-thon!  #biggamereadathon](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2025/02/08/2025-big-games-on-read-a-thon-biggamereadathon/) - It’s that time again!! As many know, in the past it wasn’t rare for me to come up with excuses reasons to spend obscene amounts of time reading. Not into the game? Join me in reading instead! The details: No rules, no guidelines, just read No start/end times, just read at your leisure. Heck, you
- [Book Club Favorites of 2024](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2025/01/27/book-club-favorites-of-2024/) - The fiction book club I lead at One More Page Books kicks off the new year by talking about our favorite reads of the previous year. We call it a book club potluck: instead of food we bring book recommendations! This aren’t book club picks, but books we’ve read outside of book club that we’ve
- [2024 Thankfully Reading Weekend: Wrap-up!](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2024/12/01/2024-thankfully-reading-weekend-wrap-up/) - Another year of Thankfully Reading Weekend has come to an end! While I never get as much reading done as I’d like, I hope to catch up on our drive home today! For those of you interested in doing a wrap-up post, I’ve included a link-up below. Thank you again to all who participated. Get
- [2024 Thankfully Reading Weekend Day Four: Small Business Saturday #thankfullyreadingweekend](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2024/11/30/2024-thankfully-reading-weekend-day-four-small-business-saturday-thankfullyreadingweekend/) - It’s Day Four of Thankfully Reading Weekend! Can you believe how quickly the time has flown by? Today, I encourage you to take a small break from reading to participate in Small Business Saturday. Have a local independent bookstore? Pay them a visit and let them know how much you appreciate them! As the owner
- [2024 Thankfully Reading Weekend: Day Three! #thankfullyreadingweekend](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2024/11/29/2024-thankfully-reading-weekend-day-three-thankfullyreadingweekend/) - Happy Day after Thanksgiving! How did everyone do yesterday? Full stomachs, plenty of reading time…sounds like bliss to me! I don’t know about you, but I’m looking forward to a quiet day of reading, avoiding the retail madness! Yesterday was a crazy day, so I’m looking forward to a relaxing day today! For today’s prompt,
- [2024 Thankfully Reading Day Two](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2024/11/28/2024-thankfully-reading-day-two/) - Happy Thanksgiving!!! We have a nice low-key Thanksgiving planned. We ordered dinner, so we just need to warm it up! We’re making some of our own favorite sides, but I think we’re all looking for some more time to chill & relax. For today’s prompt, let’s talk about a “reading menu.” What makes a good
- [2024 Thankfully Reading Weekend Begins!](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2024/11/27/2024-thankfully-reading-weekend-begins/) - This is the official kick off post for Thankfully Reading! Instead of braving the crowds and shopping this weekend, we’re spending our time curled up with a book! Feel free to link up your kick-off post below, as well as any update posts you have. Use Instagram, Threads or Bluesky? Just tag your post with
- [2024 Thankfully Reading Weekend!](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2024/11/09/2024-thankfully-reading-weekend/) - It's baack! I’m pleased to announce that I will once again be hosting Thankfully Reading Weekend, November 27-December 1st (Wednesday through Sunday)! I'm hoping everyone will be staying home this holiday and avoiding the stores for the kick-off of holiday shopping. What better way to spend that time than reading? New to Thankfully Reading
- [Dewey's 24-Hour #Readathon: October 2024](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2024/10/26/deweys-24-hour-readathon-october-2024/) - Yay! My favorite fall activity, second only to Halloween itself, is upon us! Dewey's 24-Hour Read-a-thon! The October read-a-thon is always my favorite. It's likely because I tend to focus on reading horror and all things spooky! This weekend I'm focusing on getting through some of my library books; as you can see the stacks
- [2024 Murder, Monsters & Mayhem Kick-Off!  #murdermonstersmayhem](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2024/10/01/2024-murder-monsters-mayhem-kick-off-murdermonstersmayhem/) - Today's the day! The first day of October & the first day of Murder, Monsters & Mayhem!! Anyone who has followed this blog for any significant period of time understand just how much I love Halloween (and Fall in general)! To celebrate my obsession with the macabre, each year I host a month long feature
- [Book Club Favorites of 2023!](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2024/01/04/book-club-favorites-of-2023/) - The fiction book club I lead at One More Page Books kicks off the new year by talking about our favorite reads of the previous year. We call it a book club potluck: instead of food we bring book recommendations! This aren’t book club picks, but books we’ve read outside of book club that
- [2023 Thankfully Reading Weekend: Wrap-up #thankfullyreading](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2023/11/26/2023-thankfully-reading-weekend-wrap-up-thankfullyreading/) - Another year of Thankfully Reading Weekend has come to an end! While I never get as much reading done as I'd like, I hope to catch up on our drive home today! For those of you interested in doing a wrap-up post, I've included a link-up below. Thank you again to all who participated.
- [2023 Thankfully Reading Day Four: Small Business Saturday!](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2023/11/25/2023-thankfully-reading-day-four-small-business-saturday/) - It's Day Four of Thankfully Reading Weekend! Today, I encourage you to take a small break from reading to participate in Small Business Saturday. Have a local independent bookstore? Pay them a visit and let them know how much you appreciate them! As the owner of my own small business, I do appreciate the importance
- [2023 Thankfully Reading Weekend: Day Three!  #thankfullyreadingweekend](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2023/11/24/2023-thankfully-reading-weekend-day-three-thankfullyreadingweekend/) - Happy Day After Thanksgiving! How did everyone do yesterday? Full stomachs, plenty of reading time…sounds like bliss to me! I don’t know about you, but I’m looking forward to a quiet day of reading, avoiding the retail madness! Yesterday was a crazy day, so I'm looking forward to a relaxing day today! For today’s challenge,
- [2023 Thankfully Reading Weekend: Day Two](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2023/11/23/2023-thankfully-reading-weekend-day-two/) - Happy Thanksgiving!!! We have a nice low-key Thanksgiving planned. We ordered dinner, so we just need to warm it up! We're making some of our own favorite sides, but I think we're all looking for some more time to chill & relax. For today's challenge, let's talk about a "reading menu." What makes a
- [2023 Thankfully Reading Weekend Begins!  #thankfullyreading](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2023/11/22/2023-thankfully-reading-weekend-begins-thankfullyreading/) - This is the official kick off post for Thankfully Reading! Instead of braving the crowds and shopping this weekend, we’re spending our time curled up with a book! Feel free to link up your kick-off post below, as well as any update posts you have. Don’t have a blog? Don’t worry! You can keep us
- [2023 Thankfully Reading Weekend!](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2023/11/14/2023-thankfully-reading-weekend/) - It's baack! I’m pleased to announce that I will once again be hosting Thankfully Reading Weekend, November 22-26(Wednesday through Sunday)! I added on an extra day since it seemed many of us were ready to read early! I'm hoping everyone will be staying home this holiday and avoiding the stores for the kick-off of holiday
- [2023 Murder, Monsters & Mayhem: The Details](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2023/09/30/2023-murder-monsters-mayhem-the-details/) - We kick off yet another year of Murder, Monsters & Mayhem! Most of my posts will be over at Instagram, here's a link to my feed! Make sure you follow me and, if participating, use #murdermonstersmayhem so we can track your progress!
- [2023 Murder, Monsters & Mayhem: Week 2 in Review](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2023/10/14/2023-murder-monsters-mayhem-week-2-in-review/) - The second week of the 2023 Murder, Monsters & Mayhem has come to an end! In case you aren't following in Instagram, here's a wrap-up of the books featured this week: Come Closer by Sara Gran The September House by Carissa Orlando Fever House by Keith Rosson Let Him In by William Friend
- [2023 Murder, Monsters & Mayhem: Week in Review](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2023/10/06/2023-murder-monsters-mayhem-week-in-review/) - Hooray! We're at the end of the first week of Murder, Monsters & Mayhem! Here's a recap! October 1: GHOST TAMER by Meredith R. Lyons October 2: MISTER MAGIC by Kiersten White October 3: Holly Horror by Michelle Jabès Corpora October 4: Scarewaves by Trevor Henderson October 5: Black Sheep by Rachel Harrison October 6:
- [2023 Murder, Monsters & Mayhem Begins!  #murdermonstersmayhem](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2023/10/01/2023-murder-monsters-mayhem-begins-murdermonstersmayhem/) - Today's the day! The first day of October & the first day of Murder, Monsters & Mayhem!! Anyone who has followed this blog for any significant period of time understand just how much I love Halloween (and Fall in general)! To celebrate my obsession with the macabre, each year I host a month long feature
- [Coming soon....2023 Murder, Monsters & Mayhem](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2023/07/27/coming-soon-2023-murder-monsters-mayhem/) - Mark your calendars! We're getting so close to my favorite time of year.....Halloween. With that comes Murder, Monsters & Mayhem, a month-long feature for all things thriller, horror and *new addition* science fiction! Why yes, I do realize October is still a few months away. Alas, it does take time to plan and prepare
- [Most Anticipated Books: July 2023](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2023/07/04/most-anticipated-books-july-2023/) - Though most of my posting is happening over on Instagram as of late, I thought I'd get back to sharing some of my posts here. What better way to start than with my most anticipated books of July? I have a great month of reading ahead! What July releases are you looking forward to most?
- [On My Shelves This Week: Memory Swiping and Family Secrets](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2023/04/21/on-my-shelves-this-week-memory-swiping-and-family-secrets/) - What a week! I wish I could say I spent it reading, but horribly high pollen levels leaves me with itchy, watery eyes. Not at all conducive to reading for any extended period of time. That said, I did manage to get some reading in, including a five-star read! Tell Me An Ending
- [On My Shelves This Week: Burning Theaters, Black Immortals](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2023/04/14/on-my-shelves-this-week-burning-theaters-black-immortals/) - It was a slow reading week, but the books I read were quite memorable: The House is on Fire by Rachel Beanland: My verdict: READ IT! It's the winter season of 1811 in Richmond, VA. The city's only theater is packed. It's the height of the social season, the Assembly is in session,
- [On My Shelves This Week:  Gardening Collective, Fan Fiction & Horror in Deep Space](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2023/04/07/on-my-shelves-this-week-gardening-collective-fan-fiction-horror-in-deep-space/) - It was a slow reading week for me. The pollen in our area is on overdrive, so my eyes have been an itchy, watery mess all week! Birnam Wood by Eleanor Catton (DNF): I don't know if it was the timing, or mood, but I just couldn't get invested in this one. I got
- [Month in Review: March 2023](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2023/04/01/month-in-review-march-2023/) - It's been a while since I've done one of these, but I want to get back in the habit of doing them! This is the first month I've consciously made it a priority to read at least 30 minutes each night; most nights it's at least an hour! 17 books read in one month! Wow!
- [On My Shelves This Week: Haunted Houses, Dark Secrets, Deadly Superbugs](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2023/03/31/on-my-shelves-this-week-haunted-houses-dark-secrets-deadly-superbugs/) - What a week of reading! For clarification, my "week" is Saturday-Friday, so a lot of my reading time takes place on the weekend. I also hit a big book slump this week; one of the problems with reading so many books! What I read this week: She is a Haunting by Trang Thanh
- [On My Shelves This Week: Historic Horror, Loneliness & Gifted Women](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2023/03/24/on-my-shelves-this-week-historic-horror-loneliness-gifted-women/) - What a wonderful week of reading! Talk about an eclectic selection of books! Books Read This Week Wilder Women by Ruth Emmie Lang: Nora Wilder disappeared five years ago, leaving her two daughters behind. The daughters have been separated; Zadie lives on her own and Finn has spent the last few years in a loving
- [On My Shelves This Week: Witches & Russian Oligarchs](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2023/03/17/on-my-shelves-this-week-witches-russian-oligarchs/) - The time change has me completely out of whack this week, so I didn't get nearly as much reading in as I would have liked to. I did get to squeeze in a book event at my favorite independent bookstore, so that's a plus! Books Read: Venco by Cherie Dimaline: READ IT! LOVED IT! Lucky
- [On My Shelves This Week: Roman Fever and the Power of Stories](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2023/03/10/on-my-shelves-this-week-roman-fever-and-the-power-of-stories/) - BOOKS READ: I finished three books this weeks. They were very different from one another, yet there were some similarities! Anatomy: A Love Story by Dana Schwartz. READ IT, AND THEN GET THE SECOND BOOK! This is the first book in a duology, the second book released on February 28th. I absolutely love the
- [On My Shelves this Week: Feb 27-March 3](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2023/03/08/on-my-shelves-this-week-feb-27-march-3/) - Since most of my book reviews or comments are shared on Instagram, I was looking for a way to keep this blog going. I do appreciate having an archive of what I've read! So, each week I hope to do a feature called "On My Shelves This Week" in which I share books I've
- [2023 Big Game's On #Readathon: Post-Game Report](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2023/02/13/2023-big-games-on-readathon-post-game-report/) - I sincerely hope everyone who participated (officially or unofficially) in the #biggamereadathon enjoyed themselves! It’s time to report back on our success! Use the linky below to share your results!. Don’t forget to mention if the predictions you made earlier in the game came true! Discuss your favorite parts of the read-a-thon, was it the
- [2023 Big Game's On #Readathon: Halftime!](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2023/02/12/2023-big-games-on-readathon-halftime/) - Half-time is here! It’s is time to reminisce on what you’ve read so far today. How has your reading gone so far? What snacks have you partaken in? I finished reading Cold People and started & finished How to Excavate a Heart. As for food, our first round was chicken from Canes! YUM!
- [2023 Big Game's On #Readathon: Kick-Off!](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2023/02/12/2023-big-games-on-readathon-kick-off/) - It’s finally here, the kick-off for The Big Game’s On Read-a-thon! Although the official Superbowl kick-off isn’t for several hours yet, I wanted to give everyone the opportunity to start reading if they choose! There’s still time to sign-up if you haven’t already! Please enter the link to your kick-off post below. Discuss the books
- [2023 Big Game's On Read-a-thon! #readathon](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2023/02/06/2023-big-games-on-read-a-thon-readathon/) - It’s that time again!! As many know, in the past it wasn’t rare for me to come up with excuses reasons to spend obscene amounts of time reading. The details: No rules, no guidelines, just read No start/end times, just read at your leisure. Mini-challenges will be created to break up your reading time. Participating in these
- [A Month in Review: January 2023](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2023/02/06/a-month-in-review-january-2023/) - I'm making a conscious effort to better keep track of the books I read each month! I'm a little belated this month as I've been traveling a lot for work (two trips down, one to go), but here we go! My favorite book read this month was EPISODE THIRTEEN, without a doubt. FAIRYTALE came
- [Review: City Under One Roof by Iris Yamashita](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2023/01/10/review-city-under-one-roof-by-iris-yamashita/) - Interesting factoid: the setting of the city in one building is actually based on the city of Whittier, Alaska. I learned about this city one one of the weekend news programs. When I learned about this title and the setting, I couldn't resist. Just the concept of the building-town is interesting! Everything contained within one
- [Book Club Favorite Reads of 2022!](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2023/01/05/book-club-favorite-reads-of-2022/) - The fiction book club I lead at One More Page Books kicks off the new year by talking about our favorite reads of the previous year. We call it a book club potluck: instead of food we bring book recommendations! This aren’t book club picks, but books we’ve read outside of book club that
- [Where to Find Me (Yes, I'm Still Reading!)!](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2022/11/03/where-to-find-me-yes-im-still-reading/) - Something I've realized over the last year; I still love to share my book recommendations, but just not in a blog format! I'm not quite ready to give up my blog URL, so this blog will remain as live. Find me on Insta (link to my feed is below). I'm still reading just as
- [2022: A Year in Review](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2022/12/31/2022-a-year-in-review/) - To say that 2022 was a challenging year is an understatement. Most of the year was spent finding myself again and remembering to take part in the activities that bring me joy. While I'm not quite there yet, I'm getting close! I've continued on my path to read only those books I actually want to
- [2022 Thankfully Reading Weekend Wrap-up!  #thankfullyreading](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2022/11/27/2022-thankfully-reading-weekend-wrap-up-thankfullyreading/) - Another year of Thankfully Reading Weekend has come to an end! While I never get as much reading done as I'd like, I hope to catch up on our drive home today! For those of you interested in doing a wrap-up post, I've included a link-up below. Thank you again to all who participated.
- [2022 Thankfully Reading Weekend Day Four: Small Business Saturday #thankfullyreadingweekend](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2022/11/26/2022-thankfully-reading-weekend-day-four-small-business-saturday-thankfullyreadingweekend/) - It's Day Four of Thankfully Reading Weekend! Can you believe how quickly the time has flown by? Today, I encourage you to take a small break from reading to participate in Small Business Saturday. Have a local independent bookstore? Pay them a visit and let them know how much you appreciate them! As the owner
- [2022 Thankfully Reading Weekend: Day Three!  #thankfullyreadingweekend](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2022/11/25/2022-thankfully-reading-weekend-day-three-thankfullyreadingweekend/) - Happy Day After Thanksgiving! How did everyone do yesterday? Full stomachs, plenty of reading time…sounds like bliss to me! I don’t know about you, but I’m looking forward to a quiet day of reading, avoiding the retail madness! Yesterday was a crazy day, so I'm looking forward to a relaxing day today! For today’s challenge,
- [Thankfully Reading Day Two: Happy Thanksgiving!  #thankfullyreading](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2022/11/24/thankfully-reading-day-two-happy-thanksgiving-thankfullyreading/) - Happy Thanksgiving!!! Tis the season for reuniting with family; we're in WV at my parents' house! We arrived yesterday afternoon! Today's Thanksgiving is going to be an easy one *fingers crossed*! For today's challenge, let's talk about a "reading menu." What makes a good menu to you? What are your favorite genres, favorite books?
- [2022 Thankfully Reading Weekend Begins!  #thankfullyreading](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2022/11/23/2022-thankfully-reading-weekend-begins-thankfullyreading/) - It’s time!! This is the official kick off post for Thankfully Reading! Instead of braving the crowds and shopping this weekend, we’re spending our time curled up with a book! Feel free to link up your kick-off post below, as well as any update posts you have. Don’t have a blog? Don’t worry! You can
- [2022 Thankfully Reading Weekend!  #ThankfullyReading](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2022/11/20/2022-thankfully-reading-weekend-thankfullyreading/) - It's baack! I’m pleased to announce that I will once again be hosting Thankfully Reading Weekend, November 23-27 (Wednesday through Sunday)! I added on an extra day since it seemed many of us were ready to read early! I'm hoping everyone will be staying home this holiday and avoiding the stores for the kick-off of
- [Dewey's 24-Hour #Readathon: October 2022](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2022/10/22/deweys-24-hour-readathon-october-2022/) - Yay! My favorite fall activity, second only to Halloween itself, is upon us! Dewey's 24-Hour Read-a-thon! The October read-a-thon is always my favorite. It's likely because I tend to focus on reading horror and all things spooky! The weather here is cool, perfect "leggings/layers/books" weather! Here is my print reading stack; I have a bunch
- [2022 Murder Monsters & Mayhem Feature: Indigenous Horror Authors](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2022/10/10/2022-murder-monsters-mayhem-feature-indigenous-horror-authors/) - On this Indigenous Peoples' Day, I thought it the perfect time to feature one of my favorite indigenous horror authors, Stephen Graham Jones! His homage to the great slasher films is but one of the reasons I'm a fan of his writing. Sure, this means his books can get a little gory, but that shouldn't
- [Review: Ghost Eaters by Clay McLeod Chapman #murdermonstersmayhem](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2022/10/03/review-ghost-eaters-by-clay-mcleod-chapman-murdermonstersmayhem/) - If you've read Chapman's previous two books, The Remaking or A Whisper Down the Lane, you know he can weave a completely terrifying horror novel. This one may be the darkest, not just due to the horror aspect, but the added weight of addiction and grief. It doesn't take long to discover that Silas' addiction
- [2022 Murder, Monsters & Mayhem: Why Do You Read Horror?](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2022/10/01/2022-murder-monsters-mayhem-why-do-you-read-horror/) - It's October 1st or, as I like to call it, the first day of Halloween! Fall temperatures are finally here! Cool, brisk mornings, the smell of leaves in the air. Ahh, pure bliss. Anyone who has followed this blog for any significant period of time understand just how much I love Halloween (and Fall
- [2022 Murder, Monsters & Mayhem Kick-off!  #MurderMonstersMayhem](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2022/09/30/2022-murder-monsters-mayhem-kick-off-murdermonstersmayhem/) - Tomorrow is the big day! The first day of October & the first day of Murder, Monsters & Mayhem!! Anyone who has followed this blog for any significant period of time understand just how much I love Halloween (and Fall in general)! To celebrate my obsession with the macabre, each year I host a month
- [Announcing: 2022 Murder, Monsters & Mayhem!](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2022/09/03/announcing-2022-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 general)! To celebrate my obsession with the macabre, each year I host a month long
- [Review: The House Across the Lake by Riley Sager](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2022/06/21/review-the-house-across-the-lake-by-riley-sager/) - It seems like it's a new tradition to kick off a summer of reading with the latest Riley Sager! Once again, he doesn't disappoint. Never could I have imagined the route this book was going to take! Sager leaves you questioning the believability of all of the characters. There is no set line between innocence
- [Review: Child Zero by Chris Holm](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2022/05/04/review-child-zero-by-chris-holm/) - I'm not going to sugar coat it; Holms' latest novel is terrifying. As I closed the book, the first word I uttered had four letters. The cause of this exclamation was two fold: First, this novel is absolutely brilliant. Holm uses his own background in molecular biology to pen a thriller like no other. I'm
- [Review: Not the Witch You Wed by April Asher](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2022/03/07/review-not-the-witch-you-wed-by-april-asher/) - I absolutely LOVED this book! Fun characters, supernatural sexy times, and curvy, self-confident main character. I'm thrilled that it's just the first in a new series because I can't get enough! If this isn't enough, Asher creates a "safe place" in her world in which bullying isn't permitted, sexiness comes in all shapes and
- [2022 Big Game's On #readathon: Post Game Report](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2022/02/14/2022-big-games-on-readathon-post-game-report/) - I sincerely hope everyone who participated (officially or unofficially) in the #biggamereadathon enjoyed themselves! It’s time to report back on our success! Use the linky below to share your results!. Don’t forget to mention if the predictions you made earlier in the game came true! Discuss your favorite parts of the read-a-thon, was it the
- [2022 Big Game's On #Readathon: Half-Time](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2022/02/13/2022-big-games-on-readathon-half-time/) - Half-time is here! Well, in the read-a-thon, that is! It’s is time to reminisce on what you’ve read so far today. How has your reading gone so far? What snacks have you partaken in? I finished reading What If It's Us and started Echo by Thomas Olde Heuvelt. Now that the game has started, my reading is going
- [2022 Big Game's On #Readathon: Kick-off!](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2022/02/13/2022-big-games-on-readathon-kick-off/) - It’s finally here, the kick-off for The Big Game’s On Read-a-thon! Although the official Superbowl kick-off isn’t for several hours yet, I wanted to give everyone the opportunity to start reading if they choose! There’s still time to sign-up if you haven’t already! Please enter the link to your kick-off post below. Discuss the books you are
- [2022 Big Game's On #Readathon!](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2022/02/04/2022-big-games-on-readathon/) - It's that time again!! As many know, in the past it wasn't rare for me to come up with excuses reasons to spend obscene amounts of time reading. The details: No rules, no guidelines, just read No start/end times, just read at your leisure. Mini-challenges will be created to break up your reading time. Participating in
- [2021 Reading Stats & Top Reads](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2022/01/01/2021-reading-stats/) - 2021 was a hell of a year. We lost a beloved pet, my mother-in-law, and my sister. While my reading habits were better than 2020, it wasn't until the last several months of the year that I granted myself the freedom and time to read. I'm making it a priority in 2022! Before revealing my
- [2021 #ThankfullyReading Weekend Wrap-Up!](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2021/11/28/2021-thankfullyreading-weekend-wrap-up/) - While we still have a full day of reading ahead of us, we have come to the last day of Thankfully Reading Weekend! I've created this post to link your final post! No Instagram or blog? Just share how you did in the comments! We're heading home to VA from WV today. I'm hoping
- [2021 Thankfully Reading Day 4: Small Business Saturday #thankfullyreading](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2021/11/27/2021-thankfully-reading-day-4-small-business-saturday-thankfullyreading/) - It's Day Four of Thankfully Reading Weekend! Can you believe how quickly the time has flown by? Today, I encourage you to take a small break from reading to participate in Small Business Saturday. Have a local independent bookstore? Pay them a visit and let them know how much you appreciate them! As the
- [2021 Thankfully Reading Weekend: Day 3 #thankfullyreading](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2021/11/26/2021-thankfully-reading-weekend-day-3-thankfullyreading/) - Happy Day After Thankgiving! How did everyone do yesterday? Full stomachs, plenty of reading time…sounds like bliss to me! I don’t know about you, but I’m looking forward to a day of reading at home, avoiding the retail madness! Yesterday was a crazy chaotic day, so I'm looking forward to a relaxing day today!
- [2021 Thankfully Reading Weekend: Day Two #thankfullyreading](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2021/11/25/2021-thankfully-reading-weekend-day-two-thankfullyreading/) - Happy Thanksgiving!!! Tis the season for reuniting with family; we're in WV at my parents' house and we're expecting 14 people in total! Not a lot of time for reading today, but I'll be sure to sneak in a little! For today's challenge, let's talk about a "reading menu." What makes a good menu
- [2021 Thankfully Reading Weekend Begins! #thankfullyreading](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2021/11/24/2021-thankfully-reading-weekend-begins-thankfullyreading/) - It’s time!! This is the official kick off post for Thankfully Reading! Instead of braving the crowds and shopping this weekend, we’re spending our time curled up with a book! Feel free to link up your kick-off post below, as well as any update posts you have. Don’t have a blog? Don’t worry! You can
- [*Save The Date* 2021 Thankfully Reading Weekend #thankfullyreading](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2021/11/08/save-the-date-2021-thankfully-reading-weekend-thankfullyreading/) - 2021, like the year before, has been a bit of a shit-show. Slightly better than last year, but not nearly what I would have hoped it would be. That said, I'm all about traditions and sticking to them, to the best of our ability. What won't the pandemic prevent us from doing? Reading! I’m pleased
- [On Loss](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2021/11/02/on-loss/) - I've been absent from this space for the last few weeks. I missed the last few weeks of Murders, Monsters & Mayhem. It wasn't due to lack of interest, or laziness, but rather loss. We lost my sister, Jessica, to melanoma on Friday. It's been a roller coaster of a few weeks; we only learned
- [Dewey's October 2021 24-Hour #Readathon: Update Post](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2021/10/23/deweys-october-2021-24-hour-readathon-update-post/) - It's here! Read-a-thon day! I'll be using Instagram to update my progress! You can follow me and/or check back for updates to the gallery below!
- [Dewey's 24-Hour #Readathon: October 2021](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2021/10/22/deweys-24-hour-readathon-october-2021/) - Yay! My favorite fall activity, second only to Halloween itself, is upon us! Dewey's 24-Hour Read-a-thon! The October read-a-thon is always my favorite. It's likely because I tend to focus on reading horror and all things spooky! The weather here is cool, perfect "leggings/layers/books" weather! Here's my readathon pile so far. Mostly library books; I
- [Review: To Break a Covenant by Alison Ames](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2021/10/18/review-to-break-a-covenant-by-alison-ames/) - The spook factor is high with this one! Abandoned town, deadly mines, mysterious happenings. All of these have my spooky senses tingling! Ames has crafted a truly terrifying setting. Haunted mines that have defied the investigations of numerous paranormal investigators. Oh, and speaking of paranormal investigators...the found footage will send chills down your spine. The
- [Review: The Girls Are Never Gone by Sarah Glenn Marsh](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2021/10/12/review-the-girls-are-never-gone-by-sarah-glenn-marsh/) - What a creepy fun read! I devoured this one in just a few hours. I especially appreciated the character Marsh created in Dare. A young girl, just getting over a break-up with her boyfriend. She just happens to have Type 1 diabetes, but she's able to have a normal life with the aid of her
- [2021 Murder, Monsters & Mayhem Feature: Hometown Haunts](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2021/10/09/2021-murder-monsters-mayhem-feature-hometown-haunts/) - My most recent review featured a book focused on the Bloody Mary urban legend. I've always been fascinated with urban legends. They tell us a lot about the local culture and what is going on in our society at the time of their inception. Is their a local urban legend, or maybe even a scary
- [Review: Mary, Will I Die? by Shawn Sarles](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2021/10/07/review-mary-will-i-die-by-shawn-sarles/) - I'm a sucker for urban legends. I recall playing this very game at slumber parties when I was younger, and scaring myself so much I was afraid to look in that mirror even during the day!While Sarles' take on the Bloody Mary legend is a bit different than the original, it didn't take anything away
- [Review: Getaway by Zoje Stage](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2021/10/05/review-getaway-by-zoje-stage/) - Stage's books are instant-buys or reads for me; her two previous novels (Baby Teeth and Wonderland) were chilling horror titles that left me reeling long after I finished read them. This novel is more of a psychological thriller, but it's still chilling nonetheless. Stage excels at many things in her writing, character development and crafting
- [Review: My Heart is A Chainsaw by Stephen Graham Jones](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2021/10/04/review-my-heart-is-a-chainsaw-by-stephen-graham-jones/) - What a brilliantly crafted homage to slasher films!This may be my favorite of Jones' novels. His books aren't ones that I recommend to everyone. Sure, on the surface it seems like just another piece of slasher fiction. Beneath, however, is a deep and resounding message about a host of what I'd consider real-life monsters. Jade
- [Review: Chasing the Boogeyman by Richard Chizmar](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2021/10/02/review-chasing-the-boogeyman-by-richard-chizmar/) - When I read this book a few months ago, I knew it had to be my first book review for Murder, Monsters & Mayhem. I have read books by this author before and I'm familiar with his writing genius. What I wasn't prepared for, however, was how real this novel (yes, this is fiction!!) felt.
- [Why Do You Read Horror? #MurderMonstersMayhem Day 1!](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2021/10/01/why-do-you-read-horror-murdermonstersmayhem-day-1/)
- [2021 Murder, Monsters & Mayhem Kick-Off! #murdermonstersmayhem](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2021/09/30/2021-murder-monsters-mayhem-kick-off-murdermonstersmayhem/)
- [Announcing: 2021 Murder, Monsters  & Mayhem!](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2021/09/01/announcing-2021-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 general)! To celebrate my obsession with the macabre, each year I host a month long
- [Review: Home Before Dark by Riley Sager](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2020/06/29/review-home-before-dark-by-riley-sager/) - This is one of the books of the summer you cannot miss, the very kind of book I've been seeking. I love a good haunted house tale and this one certainly reeled me in. Told in alternating time periods/points of view, Sager weaves a completely mesmerizing and expertly crafted thriller. The reader follows Maggie as
- [Dewey’s August 24-Hour REVERSE #Readathon!](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2021/08/06/deweys-august-24-hour-reverse-readathon/) - 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 PM Eastern and runs through Saturday at 8 PM Eastern. We’ll see how productive I
- [Review: Falling by T. J. Newman](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2021/07/09/review-falling-by-t-j-newman/) - Those who know me well know that I tend to avoid buzz books, I prefer to read without outsider input or influence. With Falling, far to many people whose opinion I value were raving about this debut, so I had to give in.I sat down on my couch, promising myself that I can only afford
- [Review: What's Done In Darkness by Laura McHugh](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2021/06/28/review-whats-done-in-darkness-by-laura-mchugh/) - McHugh has written a perfectly paced psychological thriller! I'm not one to enjoy thrillers with a lot of extra "fluff," or filler that is used to add page length or word count. Nothing is wasted in this thriller; the pacing is on spot and tense with never a dull moment. The structure and point of
- [Review: The Box in the Woods by Maureen Johnson](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2021/06/14/review-the-box-in-the-woods-by-maureen-johnson/) - I don't know about you, but I can't get enough of the summer-camp/sleepover camp trope! Johnson quickly overcomes any of the negative aspects in using such a popular setting for a mystery novel, however. She's crafted characters for which readers will find genuine sympathy and a well constructed plot that isn't at all predictable. Though
- [Review: Yes, Daddy by Jonathan Parks-Ramage](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2021/06/07/review-yes-daddy-by-jonathan-parks-ramage/) - Let me start with this: I'm a self-admitted book snob. I typically steer clear of books that everyone is raving about. I'm not sure why I went against my usual habits with this one, but I'm certainly thankful I did. I don't write reviews of every book I read, but only those that evoke some
- [Dewey's 24-Hour #Readathon: April 2021 Update Post](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2021/04/24/deweys-24-hour-readathon-april-2021-update-post/) - Happy Read-a-thon day! A bit of a late start for me, but not because I haven't been up for a while! I have an online boutique as well, so I had to pull and get orders out before could sit down and and start reading! Up first: Outlawed by Anna North! This has been on
- [Dewey's 24-Hour #Readathon: April 2021](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2021/04/23/deweys-24-hour-readathon-april-2021/) - Oh, how I love read-a-thon time!! This is my 12th year of taking part in the Dewey 24-Hour Readathon! When I started, my youngest was just a toddler, now he's a sophomore in high school! My oldest, now 22, was just a little boy! Read-a-thons were my treat to do something for myself; that's certainly
- [Review: The Drowning Kind by Jennifer McMahon](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2021/04/06/review-the-drowning-kind-by-jennifer-mcmahon/) - I'm a long-time fan of McMahon's work. She excels at crafting stores centered around sibling relationships, usually with a spooky twist. This one is even more chilling! I'm a swimmer myself; I love to swim. However, I intentionally avoid natural bodies of water. No swimming in the ocean, or a lake. Give me a pool
- [Review: Red Widow by Alma Katsu](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2021/03/10/review-red-widow-by-alma-katsu/) - Let me start by saying I don't read spy thrillers. Yes, you read that correctly. I don't read spy thrillers. What I do read, however, is anything written by Alma Katsu. I must divulge that I've known Alma for just over a decade. I met her at a local book festival before her Taker series
- [Review: Never Far Away by Michael Koryta](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2021/02/25/review-never-far-away-by-michael-koryta/) - When life has my mind and soul reeling, I revert back to the things that I cherish and bring joy to my life. For me, one of those things is reading. We lost my mother-in-law to COVID-19 a week ago. It was a month-long battle that has left me emotionally and physically exhausted. Grief had
- [2021 Big Game's On Read-a-thon: Post Game Report](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2021/02/08/2021-big-games-on-read-a-thon-post-game-report/) - I sincerely hope everyone who participated (officially or unofficially) in the #biggamereadathon enjoyed themselves! It's time to report back on our success! In the comments below, or in a blog or Instagram post, share your successes. Don't forget to mention if the predictions you made earlier in the game came true! Discuss your favorite parts
- [2021 Big Game's On Read-a-thon: Halftime!](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2021/02/07/2021-big-games-on-read-a-thon-halftime/) - Half-time is here! It's is time to reminisce on what you've read so far today. How has your reading gone so far? What snacks have you partaken in? As far as food, we have wings and a trio pizza (garlic knots, calzone & pizza in one)! We have deviled eggs, mozzarella sticks & a cheese
- [2021 Big Game's On Read-a-thon: Kick-off!](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2021/02/07/2021-big-games-on-read-a-thon-kick-off/) - It’s finally here, the kick-off for The Big Game’s On Read-a-thon! Although the official Superbowl kick-off isn’t for several hours yet, I wanted to give everyone the opportunity to start reading if they choose! There’s still time to sign-up if you haven’t already! Please enter the link to your kick-off post below. Discuss the books you are
- [Sign Up for the 2021 Big Game's On Read-a-thon!](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2021/02/03/sign-up-for-the-2021-big-games-on-read-a-thon/) - It's that time again!! As many know, in the past it wasn't rare for me to come up with excuses reasons to spend obscene amounts of time reading. It's been a struggle lately to devote any time to a book, but this tradition is my reminder of what is important! The details: No rules, no guidelines, just
- [2020 #ThankfullyReading Weekend Wrap-up!](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2020/11/29/2020-thankfullyreading-weekend-wrap-up/) - While we still have a full day of reading ahead of us, we have come to the last day of Thankfully Reading Weekend! I've created this post to link your final post! No Instagram or blog? Just share how you did in the comments!
- [2020 #ThankfullyReading Weekend: Day Three!](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2020/11/28/2020-thankfullyreading-weekend-day-three/) - It's Day Three of Thankfully Reading Weekend! Can you believe how quickly the time has flown by? I'll admit, I got ZERO reading done yesterday. I own an online boutique and the Black Friday shopping was INTENSE. Good, but exhausting. I don't think I fell asleep until after 2 AM! I hope to catch
- [2020 #ThankfullyReading: Day Two!](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2020/11/27/2020-thankfullyreading-day-two/) - Happy Day After Thanksgiving! How did everyone do yesterday? Full stomachs, plenty of reading time…sounds like bliss to me! I don’t know about you, but I’m looking forward to a day of reading! For today’s challenge, I invite you to write about the book you are most thankful for this year. Is it a
- [2020 #ThankfullyReading Weekend Kick-Off!](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2020/11/26/2020-thankfullyreading-weekend-kick-off/) - It’s time!! This is the official kick off post for Thankfully Reading! This is the eleventh year of this read-a-thon. Oh, the memories! While it was started as a means to avoid the crowds who were Black Friday shopping, this year it's transformed a bit. Given the pandemic, it's safer now for us all to
- [2020 Thankfully Reading Weekend!](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2020/11/22/2020-thankfully-reading-weekend/) - 2020 has been full of cancelled plans and traditions. Not to worry, one that will NOT change is Thankfully Reading Weekend! I’m pleased to announce that I will once again be hosting Thankfully Reading Weekend, November 26-29 (Thursday through Sunday! I'm hoping everyone will be staying home this holiday and avoiding the stores for
- [Review: Life with the Afterlife: 13 Truths I Learned about Ghosts by Amy Bruni](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2020/10/26/review-life-with-the-afterlife-13-truths-i-learned-about-ghosts-by-amy-bruni/) - It's no secret that I'm quite obsessed with paranormal television series, so when I was pitched Amy's book for review, I squealed. No, seriously. I squealed. I've long been a fan of Ghost Hunters and then Kindred Spirits. Unlike other paranormal series, the teams that make up these two genuinely care about their clients, living or dead. They
- [Dewey's 24-Hour #Readathon: October 2020 Update Post](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2020/10/24/deweys-24-hour-readathon-october-2020-update-post/) - It's here! Read-a-thon day! I'm off to a late start. I stayed up way too late finishing the last few episodes of Suits and I forgot to set the cinnamon roll dough to rise. Oh well, we'll have cinnamon rolls tomorrow morning. We have some cinnamon doughnuts from our favorite apple orchard to hold us over!
- [Dewey's 24-Hour #Readathon: April 2020 Update Post](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2020/04/25/deweyapril2020updatepost/) - It's here! Read-a-thon day! I'm off to a late start (reading at least) but I made cinnamon rolls, dinner is in the crock pot, the dog has been walked, and I'm in my comfy reading outfit ready to read! Up first: I want to finish reading Master Clas by Christina Dalcher. I meant to finish reading
- [Dewey's 24-Hour #Readathon: October 2020](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2020/10/23/deweys-24-hour-readathon-october-2020/) - Yay! My favorite fall activity, second only to Halloween itself, is upon us! Dewey's 24-Hour Read-a-thon! The October read-a-thon is always my favorite. It's likely because I tend to focus on reading horror and all things spooky! The weather here is cool, perfect "leggings/layers/books" weather! Here's my readathon pile so far: Our menu, the second
- [Review: The Hollow Places by T. Kingfisher](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2020/10/20/review-the-hollow-places-by-t-kingfisher/) - I know each time I read a novel by T. Kingfisher (Ursula Vernon) that I'm in for a treat. This is no exception. Inspired by a novella by Algernon Blackwood called, The Willows, Kingfisher introduces her reader to a terror like none other, the horror in a world just beyond our own. Don't let the chilling premise
- [Review: The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue by V.E.Schwab](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2020/10/07/review-the-invisible-life-of-addie-larue-by-v-e-schwab/) - This is one of those titles that crosses over so many genres, one that evokes so many feelings in its readers. I've been shouting from the rooftops about this book since I finished reading it just a few days ago. It's rare lately, it seems, to find a book that truly transports you from the
- [2020 Murder, Monsters & Mayhem Kick-Off: Why Do You Read Horror?](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2020/10/01/2020-murder-monsters-mayhem-kick-off-why-do-you-read-horror/) - It's October 1st or, as I like to call it, the first day of Halloween! Fall temperatures are finally here! Cool, brisk mornings, the smell of leaves in the air. Ahh, pure bliss. Anyone who has followed this blog for any significant period of time understand just how much I love Halloween (and Fall
- [Announcing: 2020 Murder, Monsters & Mayhem](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2020/09/18/announcing-2020-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 general)! To celebrate my obsession with the macabre, each year I host a month long
- [Review: The Residence by Andrew Pyper](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2020/09/16/review-the-residence-by-andrew-pyper/) - I knew I had to read this book the moment I read the synopsis. I'm no stranger to Pyper's work and I impatiently awaiting the opportunity to experience his take on this factual part of American history. Guests of the White House have commented on strange occurrences. First Ladies Mary Todd Lincoln and Jane Pierce
- [Review: Night of the Mannequins by Stephen Graham Jones](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2020/09/02/review-night-of-the-mannequins-by-stephen-graham-jones/) - This is a truly brilliant novella. Jones takes bits of all those corny teen slasher movies I grew up watching and uses the very best characteristics to pull together this immensely captivating read. Sure, it's quirky; a mannequin comes to live and decides to seek revenge on its creators. Fortunately, Jones rescues this plot from
- [Review: Migrations by Charlotte McConaghy](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2020/08/10/review-migrations-by-charlotte-mcconaghy/) - I chose to read this novel as a palette cleanser of sorts, something to break up some of the darker thrillers I've been reading lately. Within the first dozen pages or so, I knew I'd come across my first five-star book of the year. Franny's character is wrought with loss and a lack of stability.
- [Review: His & Hers by Alice Feeney](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2020/07/28/review-his-hers-by-alice-feeney/) - This is most certainly going to be one of the top thrillers of the summer! The storyline, its execution, the characters, the narration, are all outstanding. The narration is told in a he said/she said method, with three points of view. "His" is clearly Jack's perspective, while "Hers" is Anna. The third is a complete
- [What I've Been Reading-July 2020, Part One](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2020/07/27/what-ive-been-reading-july-2020-part-one/) - Reading has definitely been a challenge in the last few months. It's not that I don't have time to read, it's just convincing myself to do so. Turn off the news, stop binge-watching my next addiction on Netflix. READ! Sundays have become my own adult version of "Drop Everything and Read." Ok, I don't drop
- [Review: Friends and Strangers by J. Courtney Sullivan](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2020/07/02/review-friends-and-strangers-by-j-courtney-sullivan/) - I've been a fan of Sullivan's work for some time. She excels at crafting dynamic, yet flawed characters and strong relationships. What she has crafted with Sam and Elisabeth is so real, so genuine. I quickly forgot they were fictional characters. Though I'm long beyond the new mom or college student years, each of these
- [Review: The Last Flight by Julie Clark](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2020/06/22/review-the-last-flight-by-julie-clark/) - It's been a while since I've written a review. Not because I haven't read anything, but nothing lately has jumped out at me and screamed "Now this is a book I want to talk about!" Apologies in advance for all the cliches, but this is going to be the thriller of the summer. While some
- [Review: You Let Me In by Camilla Bruce](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2020/04/28/review-you-let-me-in-by-camilla-bruce/) - When I started reading this book, I had no idea what I was getting into. The cover is dark and pretty ominous. The premise alludes to a dark and deadly past. A story within a story, which is to believed? I have to admit, when I finished reading, I sat back and asked myself, "What
- [Short Takes: Murderbot Diaries by Martha Wells](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2020/04/27/short-takes-murderbot-diaries-by-martha-wells/)
- [Dewey's 24-Hour #Readathon: April 2020](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2020/04/24/deweys-24-hour-readathon-april-2020/) - This read-a-thon serves as my 11th anniversary! I started participating in this read-a-thon in April of 2009! Boy, has time changed. I flipped through images of read-a-thon's past and discovered I've gone through 5-6 reading chairs (I'm picky about my reading spots. Apparently so are my cats). I did used to stay up and read
- [Review: Little Secrets by Jennifer Hillier](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2020/04/20/review-little-secrets-by-jennifer-hillier/) - No one does psychological thrillers like Hillier! This is the sixth title of hers I've read and loved! She's done it again; I think she can't possibly top her last book but this one...this one most certainly tops them all. A parent's loss of a child is devastating. Oftentimes, it can difficult to relay that
- [Review: The Southern Book Club's Guide to Slaying Vampires by Grady Hendrix](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2020/04/09/review-the-southern-book-clubs-guide-to-slaying-vampires-by-grady-hendrix/) - Whoah!! I'm a fan of Hendrix's books (I've read every one of them) but this one quickly rose to the top as a favorite. Toted as Dracula meets Steel Magnolias or Fried Green Tomatoes, it really is the most unique of vampire tales. Hendrix took his time building up the characters, allowing readers to get a fake sense of security
- [Review: The City We Became by N. K. Jemisin](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2020/04/06/review-the-city-we-became-by-n-k-jemisin/) - Words cannot describe the poetic power that resides within the pages of this book. We often refer to the soul of a city, but what if a city had an actual soul? A soul so strong that it takes the form of a human avatar? This is but just the start of a new series
- [Review: The Return by Rachel Harrison](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2020/03/23/review-the-return-by-rachel-harrison/) - This is just what I was craving; a completely unique and chilling read. The setting was phenomenal; a remote inn, with extravagantly- themed rooms. Having stayed at a hotel like this before, I can vouch to feelings of unease when our senses are surrounded by a setting so unique. The dynamic between the four women
- [Review: Darling Rose Gold by Stephanie Wrobel](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2020/03/11/review-darling-rose-gold-by-stephanie-wrobel/) - What a completely twisty read! The format (alternating chapters from the point of views of Patty and Rose Gold) really add to the tension, for the reader follows both women from the past to the present, Patty focusing on repairing the tarnish on her name while Rose Gold delves into what transpired the five years
- [Review: The Deep by Alma Katsu](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2020/03/02/review-the-deep-by-alma-katsu/) - Leave it to Katsu to turn an already terrifying historical series of events to something even more sinister and horrific! I've long been obsessed with the events that led to the sinking of the Titanic, so when I learned of the premise of Katsu's newest title, I knew I had to read it. An insane amount of
- [Review: The Chill by Scott Carson](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2020/02/10/review-the-chill-by-scott-carson/) - I enjoy a good thriller with a well-developed backstory! The story of the Chilewaukee reservoir is a haunting one; an entire village lay submerged beneath the water. With it comes a cast of well-developed characters, both past and present. Aaron Ellsworth, son of the sheriff, had so much going for him until one single act cost him
- [2020 Big Game's On Read-a-thon: Post-Game!](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2020/02/03/2020-big-games-on-read-a-thon-post-game/) - I sincerely hope everyone who participated (officially or unofficially) in the #biggamereadathon enjoyed themselves! It's time to report back on our success! In the comments below, or in a blog or Instagram post, share your successes. Don't forget to mention if the predictions you made earlier in the game came true! Discuss your favorite
- [2020 Big Game's On Read-a-thon: Half-Time!](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2020/02/02/2020-big-games-on-read-a-thon-half-time/) - Half-time is here! It's is time to reminisce on what you've read so far today. How has your reading gone so far? What snacks have you partaken in? Despite all of my attempts, I wasn't able to start a book on our drive home from Philadelphia. That said, I did start reading as soon
- [2020 Big Game's On Read-a-thon: Kick-Off!](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2020/02/02/2020-big-games-on-read-a-thon-kick-off/) - It’s finally here, the kick-off for The Big Game’s On Read-a-thon! Although the official Superbowl kick-off isn’t for several hours yet, I wanted to give everyone the opportunity to start reading if they choose! There’s still time to sign-up if you haven’t already! Please enter the link to your kick-off post below. Discuss the books you are
- [2020 Big Game's On Read-a-thon: Pregame](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2020/02/01/2020-big-games-on-read-a-thon-pregame/) - It's Superbowl Eve! Before the big game begins tomorrow, I wanted to go over a few “rules”, which aren’t really rules per se but to go along with the whole football game theme I’ve got to stick to the terminology! The read-a-thon officially runs all day tomorrow, February 2nd. Sign up here! You do not have
- [2020 Big Game's On Read-a-thon!](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2020/01/28/2020-big-games-on-read-a-thon/) - It's that time again!! It's not rare for me to come up with excuses reasons to spend obscene amounts of time reading. With Superbowl Sunday just around the corner, I thought it would be the perfect opportunity to curl up with a good book, or two. I’m not a huge fan of football, and while I love
- [Book Club: Favorite Reads of 2019!](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2020/01/15/book-club-favorite-reads-of-2019/) - The fiction book club I lead at One More Page Books kicks off the new year by talking about our favorite reads of the previous year. We call it a book club potluck: instead of food we bring book recommendations! This aren’t necessarily book club picks, but books we’ve read outside of book club
- [Review: Such a Fun Age by Kiley Reid](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2020/01/06/review-such-a-fun-age-by-kiley-reid/) - In looking for my first book to read of 2020, I found many examples of praise and acclaim for this title. The premise is certainly timely and I found myself quickly immersed in Emira's story. For all of her life, she's struggled to succeed and to find a true purpose in life. It's not ironic
- [Favorite Books of 2019](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2019/12/31/favorite-books-of-2019/) - It's been a challenging year, to say the very least. I spent the first few months of the year in bed, suffering from a horrific case of pneumonia. One would think that would lend to a lot of reading time when, in fact, it did not. One of my goals of 2020 is learn to
- [Review: Three-Fifths by John Vercher](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2019/12/30/review-three-fifths-by-john-vercher/) - This is most certainly a one-sitting read. I read it during a particularly long (15+ hour) car ride. I was immediately drawn to it for personal reasons; my own two boys are biracial. Bobby's character is a truly sympathetic one; despite the fact that he hid a large portion of his identity from those around
- [2019 #ThankfullyReading Weekend Wrap-Up](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2019/12/01/2019-thankfullyreading-weekend-wrap-up/) - Another year of Thankfully Reading Weekend has come to an end! While I never get as much reading done as I'd like, I did quite enjoy the time off with my family! For those of you interested in doing a wrap-up post, I've included a link-up below. Don't forget, challenges are still up: Thankfully
- [2019 #ThankfullyReading Weekend: Day Four!](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2019/11/30/2019-thankfullyreading-weekend-day-four/) - It's Day Four of Thankfully Reading Weekend! Can you believe how quickly the time has flown by? Today, I encourage you to take a small break from reading to participate in Small Business Saturday. Have a local independent bookstore? Pay them a visit and let them know how much you appreciate them! As the
- [2019 #ThankfullyReading Weekend Day Three!](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2019/11/29/2019-thankfullyreading-weekend-day-three/) - Happy Day After Thankgiving! How did everyone do yesterday? Full stomachs, plenty of reading time…sounds like bliss to me! I don’t know about you, but I’m looking forward to a day of reading! For today’s challenge, I invite you to write about the book you are most thankful for this year. Is it a
- [2019 #ThankfullyReading Weekend Begins!](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2019/11/27/2019-thankfullyreading-weekend-begins/) - It’s time!! This is the official kick off post for Thankfully Reading! Instead of braving the crowds and shopping this weekend, we’re spending our time curled up with a book! Why yes, I do realize it's only Wednesday but I figure many of us have a long weekend ahead so why not make an extra
- [2019 #ThankfullyReading Weekend: Day Two!](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2019/11/28/2019-thankfullyreading-weekend-day-two/) - Happy Thanksgiving!!! We're in Ohio visiting family today so not much reading will happen, at least early on! For today's challenge, let's talk about a "reading menu." What makes a good menu to you? What are your favorite genres, favorite books? Any tactics authors use that drives you crazy (like cliffhangers!?). Feel free to answer
- [Save the Date! 2019 #ThankfullyReading Weekend!](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2019/11/05/save-the-date-2019-thankfullyreading-weekend/) - Wow!! How is it November already!? Thanksgiving is just right around the corner. I’m pleased to announce that I will once again be hosting Thankfully Reading Weekend, November 27-December 1st! Yes, that's a really long weekend, but I figure people have time off for the holidays and, therefore, time to read! Want to avoid
- [Dewey's 24-Hour #Readathon: October 2019 Wrap-Up Post!](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2019/10/28/deweys-24-hour-readathon-october-2019-wrap-up-post/) - Pardon my slightly belated wrap-up post! Yesterday was a busy day at Casa Lawrence (grocery shopping, Trunk or Treating, etc) so I didn't have a spare minute to write this wrap-up post! While I did still read over a thousand pages (1023 to be exact) it was certainly challenging to get as much reading in
- [Dewey's 24-Hour #Readathon: October 2019 Update Post](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2019/10/26/deweys-24-hour-readathon-october-2019-update-post/) - Today is the day!! I'm ready! I have my book and coffee in hand and ready to read! I'm doing things a little different this year! I'll be doing updates on Instagram and all of those lovely posts will post to Instagram, Twitter, and the gallery of Instagram posts below! Here's hoping this cuts
- [Dewey's 24-Hour #Readathon: October 2019](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2019/10/25/deweys-24-hour-readathon-october-2019/) - Yay! My favorite fall activity, second only to Halloween itself, is upon us! Dewey's 24-Hour Read-a-thon! The October read-a-thon is always my favorite. It's likely because I tend to focus on reading horror and all things spooky! The weather here is cool, perfect "leggings/layers/books" weather! I have a pretty insane TBR pile (photo to come
- [Review: The Good House by Tananarive Due](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2019/10/23/review-the-good-house-by-tananarive-due/) - This is actually my second experience with this title. I devoured it years ago in my quest to read more from minority horror authors. Yet one day on Twitter, I was struggling to find my next audio book. I crave a good haunted house tale! So when Tananarive herself responded to my tweet, reminding me
- [Come Join Us By The Fire; A Must Listen for Horror Fans!](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2019/10/22/come-join-us-by-the-fire-a-must-listen-for-horror-fans/) - Horror fans!! Tor Books new horror imprint, Nightfire, has released an exclusive audio project in conjunction with Google Play Books called Come Join Us By the Fire! It's made up of 35 tales from the huge talent that makes up the horror genre today, as well as a mix of other genre authors. What I love most
- [Review: The Survival of Molly Southbourne by Tade Thompson](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2019/10/15/review-the-survival-of-molly-southbourne-by-tade-thompson/) - *Note: this is a sequel to The Murders of Molly Southbourne. Spoilers contained within this review.* Just when I thought I got a grasp on the world Thompson has crafted, everything is once again upended. The source of Molly's ailment is revealed and it's certainly a complex one! Uncovered, too, are the vast side-effects and symptoms
- [Review: The Murders of Molly Southbourne by Tade Thompson](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2019/10/14/review-the-murders-of-molly-southbourne-by-tade-thompson/) - I discovered this title (and the sequel, The Survival of Molly Southbourne) earlier this year and knew I had to include them in my Murder, Monsters & Mayhem feature. What a completely unique and incredibly captivating premise! I was intentional in limiting my summary of this novella for it's one that you must experience on your own! Though
- [Haunting New Television Series](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2019/10/07/haunting-new-television-series/) - My love of horror isn't restricted to just fiction. I'm a huge fan of spooky television series and there is a great line-up this Fall! Here are some of my favorites: Prodigal Son (Fox) "Malcolm Bright is a gifted criminal psychologist, using his twisted genius to help the NYPD solve crimes and stop killers, all
- [Review: A Cosmology of Monsters by Shaun Hamill](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2019/10/04/review-a-cosmology-of-monsters-by-shaun-hamill/) - Egads, this book! I often tell people that one of the many reasons I adore horror fiction, for it really makes you think! This is no exception, but perhaps one of the best examples! Hamill excels at crafting a truly remarkable story-line, one that will thrill those of us who are fans of greats like
- [Review: The Remaking by Clay Chapman #murdermonstersmayhem](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2019/10/02/review-the-remaking-by-clay-chapman-murdermonstersmayhem/) - I've been pining for this book since I read about it earlier this year. I don't need to tell you how obsessed I am with classic horror movies so this was just what I needed to read to get me in the Halloween spirit! I devoured it in one afternoon of reading, something I haven't
- [Review: Before The Devil Fell by Neil Olson  #murdermonstersmayhem](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2019/10/01/review-before-the-devil-fell-by-neil-olson-murdermonstersmayhem/) - I thought I'd ease in to this round of Murder, Monsters & Mayhem with some light horror. Though the publisher has categorized t his as thriller, I'm thinking that anything that involves ritualistic deaths is automatically declared horror...but don't get me started on that. Overall, this title was a great start to the horror season.
- [2019 Murder Monsters & Mayhem Kick-Off!](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2019/09/30/2019-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 Fall has been a bit of a challenge! Anyone who has followed this blog for
- [Announcing 2019 Murder, Monsters & Mayhem!](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2019/09/24/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 general)! To celebrate my obsession with the macabre, each year I host a month long
- [2019 Murder, Monsters & Mayhem: Seeking Guest Posts!](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2019/08/30/2019-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 guest post to run in October? Simply fill out the form below or email me
- [Readers Imbibing Peril (RIP) XIV!](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2019/08/29/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 to enjoy books that could be classified as: Mystery. Suspense. Thriller. Dark Fantasy. Gothic. Horror.
- [Review: Middlegame by Seanan McGuire](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2019/08/19/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 in her skills, for she will undoubtedly take you places you've never been before. I
- [Review: The Chain by Adrian McKinty](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2019/07/10/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 along sucked me in, but I wasn't prepared for how invested I got in all
- [Review: Lock Every Door by Riley Sager](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2019/07/08/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 this author continues to throw me for a loop each and every time; this is
- [Review: Recursion by Blake Crouch](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2019/06/17/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 everything you have thought to believe is possible. What seems like a pretty straightforward premise
- [Review: City of Girls by Elizabeth Gilbert](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2019/06/10/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 the premise of this novel, I knew I had to read it immediately. I'm not
- [Review: Miracle Creek by Angie Kim](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2019/06/05/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 a copy of a title that so many were raving about. Authors often call on
- [Review: The Invited by Jennifer McMahon](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2019/05/15/review-the-invited-by-jennifer-mcmahon/) - Jennifer McMahon is one of my "insta-buy" authors. The moment I hear of a new book, I add it to my must-read list. This may be one of my very favorites, for I do love a nice ghost story. This book is filled to the brim with all the things I love about a spooky
- [Review: The Silence by Tim Lebbon](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2019/05/10/review-the-silence-by-tim-lebbon/) - I'm one of those people who has to read a book before the movie. I originally read this book a few years ago when it was originally released. Before I could watch the Netflix adaptation (yes, I know I'm a few months behind), I knew I had to do a reread. Not only because I
- [Review: Before She Was Found by Heather Gudenkauf](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2019/05/01/review-before-she-was-found-by-heather-gudenkauf/) - What a completely captivating read! I'm doing my best to leave most of the discovery up to the individual reader but it's quite difficult to contain my interest in this book! I adore everything Gudenkauf has written. She excels at writing captivating and genuine characters. This completely rings true with this most recent book. Gudenkauf
- [Review: The Editor by Steven Rowley](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2019/04/16/review-the-editor-by-steven-rowley/) - What a book! Dysfunctional families are my kryptonite; as a member of a fairly "normal" family I've always been fascinated with their inner workings. This novel is the perfect example of a dysfunctional family. They don't communicate, they hold grudges and secrets without facing the consequences. They try to overlook what is wrong and put
- [Review: The Lost History of Dreams by Kris Waldherr](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2019/04/09/review-the-lost-history-of-dreams-by-kris-waldherr/) - If you are in the mood for a dark and Gothic mystery, this is the book for you! Waldherr opens with the line "All love stories are ghost stories in disguise." What follows this telling passage is a truly atmospheric tale rich in all of the very best characteristics of Gothic stories, including a brooding
- [Dewey's 24-Hour #Readathon: April 2019](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2019/04/05/deweys-24-hour-readathon-april-2019/) - Well, to say this snuck up on me is a total understatement! I've been sick for the last three weeks with pneumonia, followed by a case of bronchitis. I haven't driven in three weeks, nor left the house for anything other than doctor's appointments. I've literally done nothing but rest, losing nearly a month
- [Giveaway! The Hunger by Alma Katsu](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2019/02/23/giveaway-the-hunger-by-alma-katsu/) - Isn't this cover amazing!? I reviewed (and adored!) Alma Katsu's The Hunger several months ago! Not only is it about to come out in paperback, but it was just nominated by the Horror Writer's Association for a Stoker Award in the category of Superior Achievement in a Novel! Much celebration is in order! I'm thrilled to be
- [In Which One Line Changes Everything (A Day in the Life of a Book Reviewer)](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2019/02/21/in-which-one-line-changes-everything-a-day-in-the-life-of-a-book-reviewer/) - Words mean everything. Yesterday, I was reading a thriller. It grabbed my attention, I was invested in the characters and the plot, and then I came across it. The one line that sickened me, one line that forced me to put the book down permanently. I won't give the title (though if you follow me
- [2019 Big Game's On Read-a-thon: Post-Game!](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2019/02/04/2019-big-games-on-read-a-thon-post-game/) - I sincerely hope everyone who participated (officially or unofficially) in the #biggamereadathon enjoyed themselves! It's time to report back on our success! In the comments below, or in a blog or Instagram post, share your successes. Don't forget to mention if the predictions you made earlier in the game came true! Discuss your favorite
- [2019 Big Game's On Read-a-thon: Half-Time!](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2019/02/03/2019-big-games-on-read-a-thon-half-time/) - Half-time is here! It's is time to reminisce on what you've read so far today. How has your reading gone so far? What snacks have you partaken in? I finished my first book (Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine ) and I've moved on to Golden State. As far as food, so far we've partaken in: mozzarella sticks,
- [2019 The Big Game's On Read-a-thon: Kick-off!](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2019/02/03/2019-the-big-games-on-read-a-thon-kick-off/) - It’s finally here, the kick-off for The Big Game’s On Read-a-thon! Although the official Superbowl kick-off isn’t for several hours yet, I wanted to give everyone the opportunity to start reading if they choose! There’s still time to sign-up if you haven’t already! Please enter the link to your kick-off post below. Discuss the books you are
- [2019 The Big Game's On Read-a-thon: Pregame](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2019/02/02/2019-the-big-games-on-read-a-thon-pregame/) - Before the big game begins tomorrow, I wanted to go over a few “rules”, which aren’t really rules per se but to go along with the whole football game theme I’ve got to stick to the terminology! The read-a-thon officially runs all day tomorrow, February 3th. Sign up here! You do not have to spend the
- [Winter Book Preview: February 2019, Part I](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2019/01/30/winter-book-preview-february-2019-part-i/) - As I write this, a polar vortex is making it's way to the DC area. High winds, bitterly cold temperatures...perfect reading weather, right? Following are my most anticipated books of February. Getting back to the routine of doing this is quite helpful; it helps keep my reading "organized." I have a lot of business
- [2019 Big Game's On Read-a-thon!](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2019/01/29/2019-big-games-on-read-a-thon/) - It's that time again!! It's not rare for me to come up with excuses reasons to spend obscene amounts of time reading. With Superbowl Sunday just around the corner, I thought it would be the perfect opportunity to curl up with a good book, or two. I’m not a huge fan of football, and while I love
- [Review: Once a Midwife by Patricia Harman](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2019/01/15/review-once-a-midwife-by-patricia-harman/) - I adored reuniting with Patience. I've come to love her character and her stories of delivering the children of Hope River. This particular novel had vastly more influence from the outside world than previous titles in the series. I mourned for the quiet innocence of the small town, and quickly realized that this is likely
- [Book Club: Favorite Reads of 2018](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2019/01/10/book-club-favorite-reads-of-2018/) - The fiction book club I lead at One More Page Books kicks off the new year by talking about our favorite reads of the previous year. We call it a book club potluck: instead of food we bring book recommendations! This aren’t necessarily book club picks, but books we’ve read outside of book club
- [Review: The Au Pair by Emma Rous](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2019/01/09/review-the-au-pair-by-emma-rous/) - I thought I had it all figured out when I started reading this title. In some aspects I did...but Rous when far beyond what I could have ever expected! Told in alternating time periods (then, with Laura as the main POV and now, from Seraphine's POV), I'm going to bring out all the cliches when
- [How 'They Both Die at the End' by Adam Silvera Helped Me Deal with Loss](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2019/01/08/how-they-both-die-at-the-end-by-adam-silvera-helped-me-deal-with-loss/) - There's a story about the the timing of my reading this title. I purchased this book during Small Business Saturday and it's been in a pile of unread books since then. I recently lost a dear friend to cancer. Terry was a bookseller at my local independent book store. I met her years ago before
- [Winter Book Preview: January 2019](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2019/01/03/winter-book-preview-january-2019/) - I'm attempting to get my blog mojo back! I realized that once I stopped doing these book previews (which helped keep me organized) I lacked a focus! Following are the January titles I'm looking forward to most. I've included the publisher's summary as well. The Paragon Hotel by Lindsay Faye (January 8): The year
- [Guest Review: National Geographic’s Atlas of World War ll](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2018/12/03/guest-review-national-geographics-atlas-of-world-war-ll/) - It is in my opinion that the book, Atlas of World War II, is perhaps the greatest history and WWII book I have read. Not only does it give great detail about how the war was fought, but it also shows what the greatest generation gave, risked and lost during the war. Perhaps the best
- [2018 Thankfully Reading Weekend Wrap](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2018/11/25/2018-thankfully-reading-weekend-wrap/) - Another year of Thankfully Reading Weekend has come to an end! While I never get as much reading done as I'd like, I did quite enjoy the time off with my boys and the Harry Potter marathon we started! For those of you interested in doing a wrap-up post, I've included a link-up below.
- [2018 Thankfully Reading Weekend Day Four: Small Business Saturday!](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2018/11/24/2018-thankfully-reading-weekend-day-four-small-business-saturday/) - It's Day Four of Thankfully Reading Weekend! Can you believe how quickly the time has flown by? Today, I encourage you to take a small break from reading to participate in Small Business Saturday. Have a local independent bookstore? Pay them a visit and let them know how much you appreciate them! As the
- [2018 Thankfully Reading Weekend: Day Three!](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2018/11/23/2018-thankfully-reading-weekend-day-three/) - Happy Day After Thankgiving! How did everyone do yesterday? Full stomachs, plenty of reading time…sounds like bliss to me! I don’t know about you, but I’m looking forward to a day of reading at home, avoiding the retail madness! Yesterday the boys and I started a Harry Potter movie marathon; we will likely continue
- [2018 Thankfully Reading Weekend: Day Two!](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2018/11/22/2018-thankfully-reading-weekend-day-two/) - Happy Thanksgiving!!! We have a nice low-key Thanksgiving planned. We usually travel to OH to visit my family for Thanksgiving, but since we're going for Christmas we're staying at home this year! We plan to teach the boys how to properly prepare a turkey dinner, from start to finish! For today's challenge, let's talk
- [2018 Thankfully Reading Weekend Begins!](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2018/11/21/2018-thankfully-reading-weekend-begins/) - It’s time!! This is the official kick off post for Thankfully Reading! Instead of braving the crowds and shopping this weekend, we’re spending our time curled up with a book! Feel free to link up your kick-off post below, as well as any update posts you have. Don’t have a blog? Don’t worry! You can
- [2018 Thankfully Reading Weekend Sign-Ups Open!](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2018/11/15/2018-thankfully-reading-weekend-sign-ups-open/) - What is this Thankfully Reading Weekend I speak of? Here are the details: This year, Thankfully Reading Weekend will take place November 21-25th! There are no rules to the weekend, we’re simply hoping to devote a good amount of time to reading, and perhaps meeting some of our reading challenges and goals for the year. We
- [2018 Thankfully Reading Weekend!](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2018/11/08/2018-thankfully-reading-weekend/) - Thanksgiving is just right around the corner. With that comes the dreaded Black Friday (well, now lately, it’s Black Thursday, too!). I’m pleased to announce that I will once again be hosting Thankfully Reading Weekend, November 21-25th! Yes, that's a long weekend, but I figure people have time off for the holidays and, therefore,
- [Review: Elevation by Stephen King](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2018/11/07/review-elevation-by-stephen-king/) - Admittedly, when I received my copy of Elevation I was quite shocked. It's tiny, not only in page count (under 200), but in size as well. It looks more like a gift book than the typical Stephen King volume. I was a bit disappointed, craving a chuckster of King brilliance. I should have trusted Uncle Steve.
- [Cover Reveal! One Small Sacrifice by Hilary Davidson](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2018/11/02/cover-reveal-one-small-sacrifice-by-hilary-davidson/) - Those who know me well know that I don't typically do cover reveals on my blog. Yet when one of my favorite thriller writers, Hilary Davidson, reached out to me, I couldn't resist. I'm a huge fan of everything she's written and I can't wait to read this latest! Release date is May 19, 2019.
- [Review: The Lighthouse Keeper's Daughter by Hazel Gaynor](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2018/10/22/review-the-lighthouse-keepers-daughter-by-hazel-gaynor/) - If this isn't a page-turner, I don't know what is! I devoured this in one sitting, instantly captivated by the strong, hard-headed female characters who both seemed to be ahead of their time when it came to the role of women in Society. Grace, forced into fame due to an act that she considered to
- [Dewey's October 2018 #Readathon Closing Post](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2018/10/21/deweys-october-2018-readathon-closing-post/) - After the last update, I crawled in bed and read about another 175 pages. Total pages read: 1300, 10 Hours read! Closing Survey! 1. Which hour was most daunting for you? None, really. When I got tired, I went to bed :) 2. Tell us ALLLLL the books you read! Broken Things by Lauren Oliver
- [Dewey's October 2018 24-Hour #Readathon Update Post!](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2018/10/20/deweys-october-2018-24-hour-readathon-update-post/) - Who is ready to get their read on!? I am! Thanks to a nice, restful evening last night I'm up and ready to go! My real-time updates will happen on Instagram and Twitter, but I will link them all below! Here's to a successful read-a-thon, everyone! Update 1: When the dog wakes you up at 2:30
- [Dewey’s 24-Hour #Readathon: October 2018](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2018/10/19/deweys-24-hour-readathon-october-2018/) - Yay! My favorite fall activity, second only to Halloween itself, is upon us! Dewey's 24-Hour Read-a-thon! The October read-a-thon is always my favorite. It's likely because I tend to focus on reading horror and all things spooky! The weather here is cool, perfect "leggings/layers/books" weather! Here's a sampling of my read-a-thon TBR (I
- [Review: Lullaby by Jonathan Maberry](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2018/10/19/review-lullaby-by-jonathan-maberry/) - Anything...I mean anything, Jonathan Maberry writes I will purchase. I've devoured everything he's ever written, from his zombie series, Rot & Ruin to his Joe Ledger thrillers. I can't get enough. When I heard he was releasing an audio short, I knew it had to be mine. Maberry excels at writing stories that chill you to the core.
- [Dewey’s 24-Hour Read-a-thon Mini Challenge!](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2018/10/19/deweys-24-hour-read-a-thon-mini-challenge/) - It’s time to take a break from reading and exercise the more creative side of your brain! For this mini-challenge, I task you with creating a haiku or short story using the titles from your TBR! Now, it doesn’t have to be anything fancy; as you’ll see in the photo below I had a challenge of
- [Review: The Girl in the Locked Room by Mary Downing Hahn](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2018/10/16/review-the-girl-in-the-locked-room-by-mary-downing-hahn/) - I've been a fan of Mary Downing Hahn as long as I can remember. She's known for her ghost stores, my personal favorite being Wait Till Helen Comes. While this most recent release is labeled as a ghost story, it's most definitely one of the most subtle that I've ever read. Rather, it's more of a
- [Review: Netflix's The Haunting of Hill House](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2018/10/15/review-netflixs-the-haunting-of-hill-house/) - I felt it my duty as a fan of all things horror to partake in a binge-watch of Netflix's take on Shirley Jackson's The Haunting of Hill House. Shirley Jackson's The Haunting of Hill House was first published in 1959. It's a true classic horror, filled to the brim with unnerving terror. In it, four characters
- [2018 Murder, Monsters & Mayhem Week 2 Recap!](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2018/10/13/2018-murder-monsters-mayhem-week-2-recap/) - It's the end of yet another week of of Murder, Monsters & Mayhem! It finally feels like fall! Layers, leggings & boots are in my wardrobe today! Here's what happened on the blog this week! Review: November Road by Lou Berney Small Press Spotlight! Valancourt Books! Review: The Witch of Willow Hall by Hester Fox
- [Review: November Road by Lou Berney](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2018/10/12/review-november-road-by-lou-berney/) - I wasn't sure what I was getting into when I agreed to review this title. At first glance, it's not something I would normally read, despite being a huge fan of crime fiction. That said, I'd heard nothing but praise from others whose opinion I trust, so I went for it. I thought I was
- [Small Press Spotlight! Valancourt Books!](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2018/10/11/small-press-spotlight-valancourt-books/) - Ladies and gentlemen!! I can't tell you how excited I am to have discovered this small press, located just a few hours from me in Richmond, VA! Valancourt's mission is to resurrect rare, neglected, out-of-print fiction. They've been around since 2005, but I just recently discovered them randomly on Instagram! One of the many reasons
- [Review: The Witch of Willow Hall by Hester Fox](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2018/10/10/review-the-witch-of-willow-hall-by-hester-fox/) - I absolutely adored the dark and Gothic setting! A perfect fall read, this most certainly put me in the mood for Halloween. Fox has created quite the addictive read (I read it in one weekend afternoon). The setting, so vivid and well developed is truly almost a character itself. The depth that the author goes
- [Review: The Lies We Told by Camilla Way](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2018/10/09/review-the-lies-we-told-by-camilla-way/) - There is a lot going in this thriller! Told in two different points of view, that of Beth in the past and Clara in the present. At the onset, it isn't apparent that the two stories are intertwined. The author does an expert job at curating and building up the individual storylines, but quite compelling
- [2018 Murder, Monsters & Mayhem Week 1 Recap!](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2018/10/05/2018-murder-monsters-mayhem-week-1-recap/) - It's the end of the first week of Murder, Monsters, & Mayhem! Here's what happened on the blog, in case you missed it: Review: The Impossible Girl by Lydia Kang Review: The Good Demon by Jimmy Cajoleas Review: Foe by Iain Reid I'm looking forward to the weekend; my first weekend off of
- [Review: The Impossible Girl by Lydia Kang](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2018/10/04/review-the-impossible-girl-by-lydia-kang/) - What an incredibly fun read! This title appeared on my Kindle as a free read and boy, am I glad! I don't know that I would have been aware of this title, otherwise. It's a completely unique storyline, one rich with history and filled to the brim gothic goodness! Cora Lee is quite the unique
- [Review: The Good Demon by Jimmy Cajoleas](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2018/10/03/review-the-good-demon-by-jimmy-cajoleas/) - Cajoleas has created quite the sympathetic character in Clare. Lonely in a small Southern town, with alcoholics as parents, her possession forged the only true "friendship" Clare had ever experienced. Clare's character is genuine and believable, a typical teen girl struggling with her own self-identity. A wholly unique storyline, we follow Clare on her journey
- [Review: Foe by Iain Reid](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2018/10/02/review-foe-by-iain-reid/) - Reid's previous title, I’m Thinking of Ending Things, introduced me to the sheer talent that is Iain Reid. When I heard he had a new title releasing, I knew I had to get my hands on a copy. In true Reid form, this most recent novel takes you on a whirlwind ride. You soon learn you cannot
- [2018 Murder, Monsters & Mayhem Kick-Off!](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2018/10/01/2018-murder-monsters-mayhem-kick-off/) - Happy October 1st or, as I like to call it, the first day of Halloween! Our temps have been vacillating between blazing hot and seasonably chilly, so this kick-off to fall has been a little challenging. Anyone who has followed this blog for any significant period of time understand just how much I
- [Review: I Know You Know by Gilly Macmillan  #iknowyouknow](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2018/09/18/review-i-know-you-know-by-gilly-macmillan-iknowyouknow/) - Wow. This thriller is chock full of secrets and lies, all of which Macmillan expertly and patiently reveals to her readers. This is my first sampling of her writing, despite frequent recommendations by readers whose opinions I value and trust. I now have plans to seek out her backlist! What really stands out about this
- [Review: Cross Her Heart by Sarah Pinborough](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2018/09/11/review-cross-her-heart-by-sarah-pinborough/) - I've been a fan of Sarah Pinborough for some time now. She's known for her shocking thrillers and terrifying horror titles. Her previous title, Behind Her Eyes, gave readers a glimpse of her terrifying potential. This title is definitely one of her more tamer novels. While there are twists and turns, it wasn't nearly as
- [Announcing 2018 Murder, Monsters & Mayhem!](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2018/09/04/announcing-2018-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 general)! To celebrate my obsession with the macabre, each year I host a month
- [R.eaders I.mbibing P.eril Thirteen!](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2018/08/31/r-eaders-i-mbibing-p-eril-thirteen/) - 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 to enjoy books that could be classified as: Mystery. Suspense. Thriller. Dark Fantasy. Gothic. Horror.
- [Quick-Takes Review: #MurderTrending by Gretchen McNeil](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2018/08/29/quick-takes-review-murdertrending-by-gretchen-mcneil/) - 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 talented! From the quirky executioners and their trademark "moves" (one dresses his victims up as
- [Review: Vox by Christina Dalcher](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2018/08/21/review-vox-by-christina-dalcher/) - 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 diminished upon reading this novel. Yes, the premise is thought-provoking and intense. Unfortunately, it is
- [Review: The Shortest Way Home by Miriam Parker](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2018/08/01/review-the-shortest-way-home-by-miriam-parker/) - 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 many of us dreamed we could make: to work full time at a vineyard. I
- [Dewey's July 24-Hour REVERSE #Readathon!](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2018/07/27/deweys-july-24-hour-reverse-readathon/) - 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 PM Eastern and runs through Saturday at 8 PM Eastern. We'll see how productive I
- [Review: Contagion by Erin Bowman](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2018/07/26/review-contagion-by-erin-bowman/) - 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 on it's own as a truly well-written novel. Though there is one primary narrator, the
- [Review: Baby Teeth by Zoje Stage](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2018/07/16/review-baby-teeth-by-zoje-stage/) - 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 finally speaks to her mother, it's the voice of a long-dead suspected witch!? Creepy kids
- [Review: Give Me Your Hand by Megan Abbott](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2018/07/11/review-give-me-your-hand-by-megan-abbott/) - 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 suspense, she pushes the barriers yet again and proves that there is no stopping her
- [Review: Caged by Ellison Cooper](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2018/07/06/review-caged-by-ellison-cooper/) - 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 to the psychological and physiological "motives" of serial killers. What kept me captivated was the
- [Review: The Last Time I Lied by Riley Sager](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2018/06/22/review-the-last-time-i-lied-by-riley-sager/) - 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 honest, herself as well. The setting of a summer camp is perfect; some of the
- [Review: Jar of Hearts by Jennifer Hillier](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2018/06/15/review-jar-of-hearts-by-jennifer-hillier/) - I've been impatiently awaiting this book for what seems years! I devoured her previous titles (Creep, Freak, The Butcher, and Wonderland) and couldn't wait for more! The wait was well worth it for this was, without a doubt, my favorite of them all. Hillier has crafted this dark and twisted thriller with expertise. As the
- [Review: Glimpse by Jonathan Maberry](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2018/05/31/review-glimpse-by-jonathan-maberry/) - I do love me some Jonathan Maberry. No mater the genre, I will pick up anything and everything this man writes. I'm so thrilled to have listened to this most recent sampling of his fiction. It's quite the captivating read, with a truly unique storyline and genuine characters with which readers will quickly connect and
- [Review: Tangerine by Christine Mangan](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2018/05/21/review-tangerine-by-christine-mangan/) - I picked this up after hearing rave reviews from a bookseller at my favorite independent bookstore. I have to say that before this, this title wasn't even on my radar. I curled up on a rainy Friday night and devoured this book. I loved the alternating points of views, reading from first Alice's standpoint and
- [Audio Book Review: I'll Be Gone in the Dark by Michelle McNamara](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2018/05/10/audio-book-review-ill-be-gone-in-the-dark-by-michelle-mcnamara/) - I studied psychology and criminal justice in college. My personal obsession was the mind of serial killer: the motives, the root cause, the rationale, behind our nation's most terrifying killers. I interviewed individuals who, if they hadn't been caught, may have embarked on a serial killing rampage. I don't typically read true crime. After reading
- [Review: Kill Creek by Scott Thomas](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2018/05/02/review-kill-creek-by-scott-thomas/) - I don't actually recall how I discovered this title, but it seems like it was fate that I read it. The timing was perfect (I'd just finished reading a very...unfulfilling book and I needed something that would sweep me away. This one certainly met my challenge. I'm a huge fan of horror, specifically tales of
- [Dewey's April 2018 #Readathon Wrap Up Post](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2018/04/29/deweys-april-2018-readathon-wrap-up-post/) - Another wonderful read-a-thon has ended. I'm not going to lie; I'm still reading! Here are my stats: 1531 pages read (titles listed below). Roughly 10 hours read. 1. Which hour was most daunting for you? I actually just stop reading when I'm tired; long gone are the days of staying up for 24 hours!
- [Dewey's April 2018 #Readathon Update Post!](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2018/04/28/deweys-april-2018-readathon-update-post/) - It's here, it's here! The Spring read-a-thon is here! This post will serve as my update post. I plan on updating on Instagram, but I'll link it below. I slept in today. During the week, I wake up at 4:30 AM so I figured I deserved to sleep in until 7 today. Now I'm up,
- [Dewey's April 2018 24-Hour #Readathon!](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2018/04/27/deweys-april-2018-24-hour-readathon/) - I'm so thrilled another read-a-thon is here! Life has been so busy lately with the day job, LuLaRoe job, family (the teen is graduating high school!!) and more that I really do need a reason to force myself to read! I have my reading pile assembled (don't worry, I won't get through all of
- [Review: The Hunger by Alma Katsu](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2018/02/27/review-the-hunger-by-alma-katsu/) - We're all familiar with the story of the Donner party. The story that most of us learned in history class was of a group of travelers during the great Westward Expansion. Trapped by a difficult terrain, their only means to survive was to eat the flesh of their own. Yet what Katsu has done in
- [Review: The Lucky Ones by Tiffany Reisz](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2018/02/23/review-the-lucky-ones-by-tiffany-reisz/) - Oooh, was this a good one!! Since discovering Reisz's other works (like The Bourbon Thief and The Night Mark), I have come to count on her wholly unique, incredibly captivating Gothic fiction. This level of fandom has only increased with my reading of this most recent release. The way Reisz excels is with her slow
- [2018 Big Game's On Read-a-athon: Postgame](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2018/02/05/2018-big-games-on-read-a-athon-postgame/) - I sincerely hope everyone who participated (officially or unofficially) in the #biggamereadathon enjoyed themselves! It's time to report back on our success! In the comments below, or in a blog or Instagram post, share your successes. Don't forget to mention if the predictions you made earlier in the game came true! Discuss your favorite parts
- [2018 Big Game's On Read-a-thon: Halftime](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2018/02/04/2018-big-games-on-read-a-thon-halftime/) - Half-time is here! I't is time to reminisce on what you've read so far today. How has your reading gone so far? What snacks have you partaken in? I'm about finished with my first book (City of the Lost) and I'm hoping to start a second (History of Wolves) before calling it a night! As
- [2018 The Big Game's On Read-a-thon: The Kick-off!](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2018/02/04/2018-the-big-games-on-read-a-thon-the-kick-off/) - It’s finally here, the kick-off for The Big Game’s On Read-a-thon! Although the official Superbowl kick-off isn’t for several hours yet, I wanted to give everyone the opportunity to start reading if they choose! There’s still time to sign-up if you haven’t already! Please enter the link to your kick-off post below. Discuss the books
- [2018 The Big Game's On Read-a-thon: Pregame](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2018/02/03/2018-the-big-games-on-read-a-thon-pregame/) - Before the big game begins tomorrow, I wanted to go over a few “rules”, which aren’t really rules per se but to go along with the whole football game theme I’ve got to stick to the terminology! The read-a-thon officially runs all day tomorrow, February 4th. Sign up here! You do not have to
- [2018 Big Game's On Read-a-thon!](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2018/02/01/2018-big-games-on-read-a-thon/) - It’s not rare for me to come up with excuses reasons to spend obscene amounts of time reading. With Superbowl Sunday just around the corner, I thought it would be the perfect opportunity to curl up with a good book, or two. I’m not a huge fan of football, and while I love the
- [Review: The Perfect Nanny by Leila Slimani](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2018/01/17/review-the-perfect-nanny-by-leila-slimani/) - I discovered this title after listening to the NPR program “Fresh Air.” Described as a book that was difficult to recommend, given the subject matter, I was instantly captivated. There's no spoilers; you learn the premise of the book in the first few lines: “The baby is dead. It took only a few seconds." What
- [Review: The Chalk Man by C. J. Tudor](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2018/01/08/review-the-chalk-man-by-c-j-tudor/) - I wanted to adore this book. It's being recommended for fans of Stephen King, Stranger Things and more. I think this recommendation, or that it's an unsuccessful attempt to resemble the horror greats, is what changes my outlook on this debut novel. In my humble opinion, if you are going to write a novel similar to IT or Stand
- [Review: The Woman in the Window by A. J. Finn](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2018/01/03/review-the-woman-in-the-window-by-a-j-finn/) - I intentionally ignored all the buzz about this book prior to reading it. Books it is compared to often fall victim to the "pre-pub buzz" fate and I didn't want that to happen in this case! I know it sounds quite cliche, but this is truly a thrill-ride of a read. We don't know much,
- [My Top Books of 2017](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2018/01/01/my-top-books-of-2017/) - 2017 has been one heck of a year. I'd like to say I used reading as a reprieve but alas, that wasn't really the case. Rather, binging Netflix was my cure! So, if these books stood out for me, that really means something! These are listed in order read! Behind Her Eyes by Sarah Pinborough
- [Review: The Immortalists by Chloe Benjamin](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2017/12/28/review-the-immortalists-by-chloe-benjamin/) - I've been in a desperate book funk for the last several months. My life has been crazy hectic, and I found it difficult to become invested enough in a novel for it to keep my attention. That all changed when I picked up this book. It's not always an easy read, but one that forces
- [I'm Still Here!](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2017/12/15/im-still-here/) - It's been a while since I posted! I haven't fallen off the face of the earth, although sometimes it feels like I have! Over a year ago my husband lost his job as a government contractor. Politics, and the status of the job market has made it challenging to find employment. So, I've been working
- [2017 #ThankfullyReading Weekend Wrap-Up Post](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2017/11/26/2017-thankfullyreading-weekend-wrap-up-post/) - Another year of Thankfully Reading Weekend has come to an end. I didn't get nearly as much reading done as I would have hoped That's not going to stop me from getting more reading in now that I'm home! For those of you interested in doing a wrap-up post, I've included a link-up below.
- [2017 #ThankfullyReading Weekend: Day Four (Small Business Saturday)](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2017/11/25/2017-thankfullyreading-weekend-day-four-small-business-saturday/) - It's Day Four of Thankfully Reading Weekend! Can you believe how quickly the time has flown by? Today, I encourage you to take a small break from reading to participate in Small Business Saturday. Have a local independent bookstore? Pay them a visit and let them know how much you appreciate them! Since we're
- [2017 #ThankfullyReading Weekend: Day Three](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2017/11/24/2017-thankfullyreading-weekend-day-three/) - Happy Day After Thankgiving! How did everyone do yesterday? Full stomachs, plenty of reading time…sounds like bliss to me! I don’t know about you, but I’m looking forward to a day of reading, avoiding the retail madness! I admit do doing a little online pre-Black Friday shopping last night. It was too difficult to
- [2017 Thankfully Reading Weekend: Day Two!](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2017/11/23/2017-thankfully-reading-weekend-day-two/) - Happy Thanksgiving!!! For today's challenge, let's talk about a "reading menu." What makes a good menu to you? What are your favorite genres, favorite books? Any tactics authors use that drives you crazy (like cliffhangers!?). Feel free to answer in the comments or below! I've also added a Mr. Linky for those updating on
- [2017 Thankfully Reading Weekend Kick-Off!](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2017/11/22/2017-thankfully-reading-weekend-kick-off/) - It’s time!! This is the official kick off post for Thankfully Reading! Instead of braving the crowds and shopping this weekend, we’re spending our time curled up with a book! Feel free to link up your kick-off post below, as well as any update posts you have. Don’t have a blog? Don’t worry! You
- [2017 Thankfully Reading Weekend!](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2017/11/14/2017-thankfully-reading-weekend/) - Thanksgiving is just right around the corner. With that comes the dreaded Black Friday (well, now lately, it’s Black Thursday, too!). I’m pleased to announce that I will once again be hosting Thankfully Reading Weekend, November 22-26th! Yes, that's a long weekend, but I figure people have time off for the holidays and, therefore,
- [Thankfully Reading Weekend Begins Tomorrow!](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2017/11/21/thankfully-reading-weekend-begins-tomorrow/) - Thankfully Reading Weekend starts tomorrow!! I'm so excited! We're heading to my parents for Thanksgiving; the road trip allows for several hours of quality reading! What books do you have selected for your Thankfully Reading Weekend? Post in comments below, or in a post of your own. You can also use Twitter or Instagram,
- [Review: Seven Days of Us by Francesca Hornak](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2017/11/02/review-seven-days-of-us-by-francesca-hornak/) - Told in alternating viewpoints, this title is one of the most engaging and heartwarming books I've read in some time; the perfect book to read around the holidays. Sure, many of us kid about the drama of family holidays and the insanity that ensues, but in many cases they are memorable reunions. In the case
- [Dewey's October 2017 #Readathon Update Post](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2017/10/21/deweys-october-2017-readathon-update-post/) - Happy Read-a-thon Day! I can't wait! This will serve as my update post for the read-a-thon. Rather than inundate you with dozens of update posts, I'm going to limit it to just one. Below I’ll link my updates (which will be posted on Tumblr). My updates will follow this format: Currently Reading: Books
- [Dewey's 24-Hour #Readathon: October 2017](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2017/10/20/deweys-24-hour-readathon-october-2017-2/) - I just love Fall! Dewey's 24-Hour Read-a-thon is just one of the many activities I look forward to! I mean, Fall brings perfect reading weather! Cool brisk temps leave me wanting to burrow up under some blankets and read all day! I did a calculation and this makes the 15th Dewey's Readathon I've participated
- [Review: Wylding Hall by Elizabeth Hand](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2017/10/12/review-wylding-hall-by-elizabeth-hand/) - This was quite the read! Perfect for someone interested in a quick, scary read, but not one so terrifying that you are left haunted for days following! The setting Hand created was magical, deeply rooted and drawn from the local folklore. The addition of a bunch of young musicians relishing in a host of recreational
- [Audiobook Review: The Shadow Land by Elizabeth Kostova](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2017/10/10/audiobook-review-the-shadow-land-by-elizabeth-kostova/) - I originally discovered Kostava's writing with her dark and epic novel, The Historian. Though it has been some time since I experienced her talent, that didn't lessen my anticipation. As my reading time is rare, I opted to listen to the audio version. A smart decision, for I was immersed within just a few minutes of
- [Audiobook Review: Nights of the Living Dead-An Anthology](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2017/10/05/audiobook-review-nights-of-the-living-dead-an-anthology/) - Though the release of Romero's Night of the Living Dead took place before I was born, it's release definitely had an impact on my love of the horror genre and of zombies in particular. I recall watching the film, and all of the other horror classics, with my father on Sunday afternoons. Saddened by Romero's passing, I
- [Review: Paperbacks from Hell: The Twisted History of '70s and '80s Horror Fiction by Grady Hendrix](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2017/10/04/review-paperbacks-from-hell-the-twisted-history-of-70s-and-80s-horror-fiction-by-grady-hendrix/) - My first taste of horror was, no surprise, IT by Stephen King. I spent summers with my grandparents, spending the day at the library where my grandmother worked. I always picked the biggest and thickest books to read. I remember the day, age 12, when I first pulled that Stephen King tome from the shelf. It was
- [2017 Murder, Monsters & Mayhem Kick-Off!](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2017/10/01/2017-murder-monsters-mayhem-kick-off/) - Happy October 1st or, as I like to call it, the first day of Halloween! Our temps have been vacillating between blazing hot and seasonably chilly, so this kick-off to fall has been a little challenging. Anyone who has followed this blog for any significant period of time understand just how much I love Halloween
- [Announcing 2017 Murder, Monsters & Mayhem!!](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2017/09/28/announcing-2017-murder-monsters-mayhem/) - It's 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 general)! To celebrate my obsession with the macabre, each year I host a month long feature
- [Review: If There's No Tomorrow by Jennifer L. Armentrout](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2017/09/19/review-if-theres-no-tomorrow-by-jennifer-l-armentrout/) - Why yes, that summary was completely and totally vague. I did it intentionally, for it is truly part of the experience of reading this book that the reader uncover that bit thing, that one moment, that changes Lena's life forever. What I can say that this is a truly heartfelt, and memorable read. What Lena
- [R.eaders I.mbibing P.eril VI](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2017/09/05/r-eaders-i-mbibing-p-eril-vi/) - Oh, how I love this time of year! Not only does September bring the start of fall, but also the event that I look forward to each year, R.eaders I.mbibing P.eril! For those unfamiliar, the purpose of the R.I.P. Challenge is to enjoy books that could be classified as: Mystery. Suspense. Thriller. Dark Fantasy. Gothic. Horror.
- [Review: Unraveling Oliver by Liz Nugent](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2017/08/25/review-unraveling-oliver-by-liz-nugent/) - This title has received quite a bit of praise and acclaim leading up to its publication. Typically, this lends me to putting it on the back burner until the attention dies down, yet the source of the acclaim made me actually rush to read this one. What a remarkable format. From the first line “I
- [Review: The Quiet Child by John Burley](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2017/08/21/review-the-quiet-child-by-john-burley/) - This title is a unique mash-up of two genres: thriller with the touch of supernatural. The entire town believes this young, mute boy has the power to pass illness on to those around him. How much of it is just their grasping for straws, desperate for an explanation, than the actual truth? How long before
- [Review: The Talented Ribkins by Ladee Hubbard](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2017/08/14/review-the-talented-ribkins-by-ladee-hubbard/) - What appears on the surface to be a quirky, light read is actually one full of depth and substance. The journey Johnny takes with his niece serves dual purposes: for Johnny to uncover the treasurers he buried throughout his prime years and to share the Ribkins history with the youngest member, Eloise. Each stop on
- [Fall Book Preview: August 2017, Part II](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2017/08/08/fall-book-preview-august-2017-part-ii/) - Why yes, it is new book Tuesday! If you didn't get your fill in books released today from my previous list, I have more! Following are the rest of the books publishing in August that I have my eye on! Included is the publisher's summary and a brief explanation of my interest in that particular
- [Review: The Lost Ones by Sheena Kamal](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2017/08/04/review-the-lost-ones-by-sheena-kamal/) - The cover of this title eludes to his, but this is a pretty dark and bleak book. I admit, when I finished reading I found myself immediately questioning my feelings about this book. Nora is a dark character, riddled with a painful past that long ago abandoned. She's certainly not a likable character, nor does
- [Review: Sons and Soldiers by Bruce Henderson](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2017/07/27/review-sons-and-soldiers-by-bruce-henderson/) - I originally accepted this pitch for review thinking my teen (a huge WWII buff), would enjoy reading this. Never could I have imagined how much this book moved me, reading the stories of these young men who gave so much. It's not only that they risked their lives to fight in this war, it's that,
- [Fall Book Preview: August 2017, Part I](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2017/07/26/fall-book-preview-august-2017-part-i/) - FALL! Yes, the title of this post does say Fall. I cannot wait. It's been unbearably hot here (triple digit heat index), zapping all of my energy! August has an insane amount of books I'm excited about, so many of them publishing the first Tuesday of the month, which just happens to be the very
- [Review: Cocoa Beach by Beatriz Williams](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2017/07/24/review-cocoa-beach-by-beatriz-williams/) - Beatriz Williams is one of my favorite historical fiction authors. I impatiently await each book release, devouring it the moment I get my hands on it. This too, rings true for this most recent release. What a perfect setting for a summer read! What I appreciate about Williams' writing is her ability to create this
- [Review: Final Girls by Riley Sager](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2017/07/18/review-final-girls-by-riley-sager/) - Stephen King doesn't just blurb any ole book. When I read his raving review of this title, it firmed up my decision to read it. I devoured it; I couldn't bear to tear myself away. It is truly reminiscent of a classic horror novel, full of twists and turns and the inability to know who
- [Review: The Bookshop at Water's End by Patti Callahan Henry](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2017/07/10/review-the-bookshop-at-waters-end-by-patti-callahan-henry/) - If you are looking for the perfect summer read, this is the title for you. I hesitate to call it a beach read, for that description typically is used for a light, fluffy read. Yet, I personally yearn for titles with deeper themes for my summer reads. Bonny and Lainey met one summer when they
- [Review: The Secrets She Keeps by Michael Robotham](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2017/07/06/review-the-secrets-she-keeps-by-michael-robotham/) - Now this is the title to get one out of a reading funk!! Due to the sheer volume of revelations this book contains, I must limit just how much information I share. These two women are from vastly different backgrounds. Agatha is alone, desperate for the father of her baby to return her calls. She
- [Review: The Confusion of Languages by Siobhan Fallon](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2017/06/20/review-the-confusion-of-languages-by-siobhan-fallon/) - As a child, we moved around a lot. It was challenging, being forced to pack up and make new friends every few years. That feeling pales in comparison to what military wives, especially those stationed oversees, endure. Though I enjoyed Cassie's character, I grew easily frustrated with Margaret's. It's almost as if she were intentionally
- [Review: The White Road by Sarah Lotz](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2017/06/15/review-the-white-road-by-sarah-lotz/) - Excusing all puns, this is quite the chilling read. This book has a lot going for it. Not one, but two, incredibly terrifying treks that numb the mind with terror. It deals with two treks I'll never take: caving and mountain climbing. Perhaps this aided in the terror I felt as I read. Lotz outdoes
- [Review: Gwendy's Button Box by Stephen King and Richard Chizmar](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2017/06/12/review-gwendys-button-box-by-stephen-king-and-richard-chizmar/) - I listened to the audiobook production of this short story. It was absolutely perfect; I needed a bit of Stephen King in my life get me out of a reading slump. If only it were a little longer! Gwendy's character is a genuine one; she's long-suffered from bullying due to her weight. The reader reads/listens
- [Review: The Golden Compass: His Dark Materials by Philip Pullman](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2017/06/07/review-the-golden-compass-his-dark-materials-by-philip-pullman/) - Jenn: I read this book when it was originally released and fell in love with the unique premise. Justin first discovered this through the movie. He's now at an age (11) at which I thought reading the book would make more sense to him, so we read it together and I gathered his thoughts below.
- [Review: A House Without Windows by Nadia Hashimi](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2017/06/02/review-a-house-without-windows-by-nadia-hashimi/) - What an emotional read! I was intrigued by the premise of this book; as a reader of suspense and thrillers how could I not be. What I didn't expect was the emotional investment that came with the reading of this book. I was captivated by Zeba's story, not at all frustrated with her inability to
- [Review: The Only Child by Andrew Pyper](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2017/05/26/review-the-only-child-by-andrew-pyper/) - Don't you love it when you discover a book that so perfectly matches your need at the moment? This book most certainly did for me. It's dark, it's chilling; the cover serves as the perfect sneak peek into what you'll experience inside. Lilly is the perfect horror protagonist; you'll be screaming for her to run away
- [Summer Book Preview: June 2017, Part III](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2017/05/25/summer-book-preview-june-2017-part-ii-2/) - It's time to wrap up my most anticipated books of June series! What a list so far, right? You can check out Part I and Part II as well! Following are the books publishing the last few weeks of June! Here and Gone by Haylen Beck (June 20): A compelling, impossible-to-put-down thriller about a mother’s
- [Summer Book Preview: June 2017, Part II](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2017/05/22/summer-book-preview-june-2017-part-ii/) - Last week, I shared the first part of my most anticipated books of June. Now that your wallet has recovered, how about some more? Following are titles releasing the second week of June! Midnight at the Bright Ideas Bookstore by Matthew Sullivan (June 13): When a bookshop patron commits suicide, his favorite store clerk
- [Summer Book Preview: June 2017](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2017/05/19/summer-book-preview-june-2017/) - It seems that life has once again taken over my reading time. I'm hoping to rectify that shortly. That said, my crazy schedule hasn't stopped me from keeping an eye out for upcoming titles that have caught my attention! Following are those titles releasing the first week in June that I can't wait to read.
- [Review: Skitter by Ezekiel Boone](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2017/05/09/review-skitter-by-ezekiel-boone/) - I'm going to keep this portion of the review short. Skitter is the second in The Hatching trilogy. There's not much that can be discussed without revealing too much, particularly if readers have yet to start the series. While it may seem that it has the curse of the "second book in a trilogy" syndrome in
- [Review: Ararat by Christopher Golden](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2017/05/05/review-ararat-by-christopher-golden/) - Christopher Golden excels at crafting the most chilling horror reads. I devoured his previous book, Snowblind, and this most recent novel shared the same fate. Golden uses the setting, in both cases a frigid, treacherous blizzard, as a character within itself. In this case, a blizzard holds this team hostage in a cavern full of
- [Dewey's 24 Hour Readathon: April 2017 Wrap-Up Post](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2017/05/02/deweys-24-hour-readathon-april-2017-wrap-up-post/) - Egads! This has been sitting in my drafts for days. I completely forgot to schedule it to go live! All in all, I think this was a very successful readathon! I was able to keep up with regularly scheduled activities, like Book Store day, treat my husband to lunch, and more. That said,
- [Month in Review: April 2017](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2017/05/01/month-in-review-april-2017/)
- [Dewey's April 2017 24-Hour Read-a-thon Update Post](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2017/04/29/deweys-april-2017-24-hour-read-a-thon-update-post/) - It's here, it's here! Dewey's 24-Hour read-a-thon! This shall serve as my update post for the read-a-thon! I'll be updating sporadically through the day with number of books read, pages read, etc! I'm starting off the morning with a nice blueberry/strawberry muffin baked by my boys! Stay tuned! I'll be back in a few
- [Dewey's April 2017 #Readathon Mini Challenge: Create a Story in Your Stack](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2017/04/29/deweys-april-2017-readathon-mini-challenge-create-a-story-in-your-stack/) - I don't know about you, but selecting the books to read during the #readathon is the most daunting, yet also exciting, task! What makes it even more fun is when you add another creative step to the task: creating a story or haiku in your book stack. For this challenge, using only the books in
- [Dewey's 24 Hour #Readathon: April 2017](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2017/04/28/deweys-24-hour-readathon-april-2017/) - It's that time of year again! It's time for the spring 24-Hour Read-a-thon and I couldn't be more excited! Starting tomorrow morning, thousands of readers around the world will be reading to their hearts content! It's also Bookstore Day! What perfect timing, right? I'll start off reading a bit at home and then will
- [Review: The Red Hunter by Lisa Unger](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2017/04/27/review-the-red-hunter-by-lisa-unger/) - This is one of those books that is so intense, so captivating, that you'll want to read it in one sitting. The author has crafted two incredibly unique and well-fleshed out characters, both having survived individual attacks that have forever altered their worlds. What is different is how that one act has changed their
- [Review: Burn Town by Jennifer McMahon](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2017/04/24/review-burn-town-by-jennifer-mcmahon/) - Jennifer McMahon is one of my "go to" authors. Each time she publishes a new book, it's a given that I'm going to read it as soon as I can get my hands on it. This most recent title is a bit of a departure from her previous titles. It certainly has more of a
- [Review: I Found You by Lisa Jewell](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2017/04/21/review-i-found-you-by-lisa-jewell/) - I'm quite a fan of twisty storylines based on dark old secrets. This title is certainly rich with twists and turns. They were so captivating that it allowed to me overlook the fact that I couldn't find any of the main characters to be likeable or endearing. I don't have issues with character flaws in
- [Review: American War by Omar El Akkad](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2017/04/17/review-american-war-by-omar-el-akkad/) - Though likened by other reviews to The Road by Cormac McCarthy, I'd like to dispel that link. The only similarities lie in a journey embarked upon an attack or epic devastation. That's it. In this novel, we follow Sarat's path from a young six year old to a war-hardened young woman, essentially a terrorist in the making.
- [Review: The Hate U Give by Angie Thomas](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2017/04/12/review-the-hate-u-give-by-angie-thomas/) - I knew I had to own this book the moment I read about it. Though this is a young adult novel, this is a book that MUST be read by people of all ages. Starr's experience mirrors much of what we have seen on the news. Thomas gives us a glimpse of what transpires beyond
- [Review: Waking Gods by Sylvain Neuvel](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2017/04/07/review-waking-gods-by-sylvain-neuvel/) - Why yes, that is a very general summary of this book. It was done intentionally, for there is SO MUCH learned and revealed in this second book. I do recommend reading the first title, Sleeping Gods, first, however. Not only was it one of my favorite books the year it was released, it gives a
- [Review: Say Nothing by Brad Parks](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2017/04/03/review-say-nothing-by-brad-parks/) - I've been a fan of Brad Parks' writing for some time now. I devoured his Carter Ross series and was quite intrigued to start reading this one. Parks himself said it is quite different, a departure from his previous series. I obtained a pre-publication electronic review copy and, just as I started to read, it
- [Month in Review: March 2017](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2017/03/31/month-in-review-march-2017/) - What a crazy month this has been! We were teased with summer-like weather, then snow, and now endless rain. That said, it is kind of perfect reading weather, isn't it? My life hasn't calmed down in the slightest, yet I'm finding more time to read somehow. It's so crazy that I forgot this blog's
- [Review: The Women in the Castle by Jessica Shattuck](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2017/03/29/review-the-women-in-the-castle-by-jessica-shattuck/) - What an incredibly remarkable and moving novel. Shattuck revealed a bit of history completely unknown to me, and I suspect, many others. She weaves rich historical detail with well developed characters, making the setting and the emotions the characters experienced so alive and genuine. It isn't difficult to become immersed in this book; you instantly
- [Review: The Night Mark by Tiffany Reisz](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2017/03/27/review-the-night-mark-by-tiffany-reisz/) - I discovered Reisz's work last year, reading her novel The Bourbon Thief. When I read the premise of this most recent title, as well as the setting, I knew I had to read it. Reisz excels at crafting characters and setting. I'm a huge fan of the South Carolina coast (I swear, I lived there
- [Review: The Tea Girl of Hummingbird Lane by Lisa See](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2017/03/23/review-the-tea-girl-of-hummingbird-lane-by-lisa-see/) - This is, by far, my favorite novel written by Lisa See. It has a level of feeling that is so intense, so heart-wrenchingly beautiful, that I am actually mourning its conclusion. See has captured the connection between a mother and daughter, of fate and tradition, of the security of home, and combined it into one
- [Spring Book Preview: April 2017, Part II](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2017/03/21/spring-book-preview-april-2017-part-ii/) - Yesterday, I shared the first part of my post anticipated books of April, those publishing the first two weeks of the month. Today, we'll close out this list by sharing those titles published the last half of the month! Like yesterday, I'm sharing the title, publisher's summary, and a quick blurb about why I'm excited
- [Spring Book Preview: April 2017, Part I](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2017/03/20/spring-book-preview-april-2017-part-i/) - Eek! April! It's just around the corner. Just last weekend we had snow on the ground and now it's Spring! My, does time fly! I've attempted to be a little more discerning when adding titles to these "highly anticipated" posts. As I looked back to see how many I actually read, it wasn't many. So,
- [Review: A Simple Favor by Darcey Bell](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2017/03/16/review-a-simple-favor-by-darcey-bell/) - I wanted to love this book; I did. I'm a huge fan of psychological suspense. The build up was pretty fantastic until about 3/4 of the way through...and it just got clumsy and messy. What started out as a well-crafted mystery quickly became an attempt to combine too many story-arcs into one book. I felt
- [Audiobook Review: Maisie Dobbs by Jacqueline Winspear](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2017/03/13/audiobook-review-maisie-dobbs-by-jacqueline-winspear/) - Yes, I am just now diving into the wonderful world that is Maisie Dobbs. As you all know, my reading has been struggling lately. I was on a desperate hunt for an audiobook that would not only entertain but also captivate me, it was recommended that I give Maisie Dobbs a try. Within five minutes
- [Review: The Mermaid's Daughter by Ann Claycomb](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2017/03/09/review-the-mermaids-daughter-by-by-ann-claycomb/) - I'm a long time fan of Hans Christian Andersen book's The Little Mermaid as well as Disney's retelling of the story (I have every song memorized. I may have had dreams of becoming Ariel myself). Therefore, when I heard the premise of this title I knew I had to read it. Immediately, I was captivated. Claycomb keeps up
- [Review: The Roanoke Girls by Amy Engel](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2017/03/08/review-the-roanoke-girls-by-amy-engel/) - The promise of dark and twisty family secrets is what led me to this particular title. I was not at all disappointed. It's actually quite difficult to relay my opinions without giving hints at "the secret." I kind of had an idea of what I was going into when I started, yet the level and
- [Review: Ill Will by Dan Chaon](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2017/03/02/review-ill-will-by-dan-chaon/) - We all have the experience in which we think back on a childhood memory and wonder at the accuracy of that memory. In our case, it may be small in trivial. In Dusty/Dustin's mind, however, it put his adoptive brother behind bars for 30 years. There is nothing simple and straight-forward about this novel. Though I've
- [Month in Review: February 2017](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2017/03/01/month-in-review-february-2017/) - I know I say this every month, but where did February go!? I'm not quite ready for Spring. We haven't had a big snowfall yet and I desperately want one. We've been taunted with spring/summer-like temps but c'mon! Give a girl some snow! There's something about a snow day, an excuse to curl up in
- [Review: Setting Free the Kites by Alex George](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2017/02/21/review-setting-free-the-kites-by-alex-george/) - What a mesmerizing and eloquent read! As of late, I've struggled to maintain my interest in reading. Life just takes control, leaving me unable to focus and become invested in a book. That completely flew out the window with this novel. I was immersed by the first three pages, completely invested in the characters and
- [Review: The Book of Mirrors by E. O. Chirovici](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2017/02/17/review-the-book-of-mirrors-by-e-o-chirovici/) - What a thrilling read! The format, a book within a book in a sense, was completely mesmerizing. Never did I find myself confused or losing track of time or place; Chirovici's elegantly written book was obviously carefully and expertly plotted. A key theme is memory: the investigator on the case is suffering from the early
- [Spring Book Preview: March 2017, Part III](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2017/02/16/spring-book-preview-march-2017-part-iii/) - We're coming to an end of my March preview posts! I don't know about you, but I'm excited to dig in! Following are the titles releasing the last two weeks of March. Our Short History by Lauren Grodstein (March 21): Karen Neulander, a successful New York political consultant, has always been fiercely protective of
- [Spring Book Preview: March 2017, Part II](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2017/02/15/spring-book-preview-march-2017-part-ii/) - Yesterday, I shared the books releasing the first week of March I'm most excited about. Brace your wallets, I have more! Following are the books releasing the second week of March! One of the Boys by Daniel Magariel (March 14): The three of them—a twelve-year-old boy, his older brother, their father—have won the war: the
- [Spring Book Preview: March 2017, Part I](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2017/02/14/spring-book-preview-march-2017-part-i/) - Egads! It's been far too long since I've done one of these preview posts! I must say, they do help me organize/plan ahead with my reading. Perhaps their absence explains my reading funk lately? The list below is just a portion of the March releases I'm excited about, those titles published the first week of
- [Review: The Devil Crept In by Ania Ahlborn](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2017/02/10/review-the-devil-crept-in-by-ania-ahlborn/) - If you haven't read any of Ahlborn's work, add her to your list, especially if you are a fan of horror like I am. Everything she writes is brilliantly terrifying; the fact that she can send chills down my spine is quite telling. This most recent novel, like her others, is so expertly crafted. Layer
- [Review: The Impossible Fortress by Jason Rekulak](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2017/02/09/review-the-impossible-fortress-by-jason-rekulak/) - I adored this book! A tribute to the 80s and the infancy of the computer age, this book had me reminiscing about my own youth. This read was a breath of fresh air, so full of hope and innocence, the characters all at an age in which anything is possible. One can't help but feel
- [Review: The Nightwalker by Sebastian Fitzek](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2017/02/08/review-the-nightwalker-by-sebastian-fitzek/) - What an incredibly twisty read! Told from the point of view of Leon himself, the reader is forced to come to terms with an incredibly unreliable narrator. Just as one thinks the path they are following is the accurate (and sane!) one, we're taken on another completely twisted turn. The reader, and Leon himself, are forced
- [Month in Review: January 2017](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2017/02/06/month-in-review-january-2017/) - January was another challenging reading month. Also my busiest month as far as travel goes for work, I have found time to squeeze in some reading time on planes :). I'm hoping February will be a more productive month! Books reviewed: Behind Her Eyes by Sarah Pinborough Small Admissions by Amy Poeppel Batgirl at
- [Review: Containment by Hank Parker](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2017/02/02/review-containment-by-hank-parker/) - I was desperate for an escape read. This one certainly met the qualifications. Perhaps it was because I listened to the audio? I think this format added an intensity to it that may not have carried through to the print version. George Newbern is a "new to me" narrator; his narration definitely kept me captivated throughout.
- [Review: Behind Her Eyes by Sarah Pinborough](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2017/01/25/review-behind-her-eyes-by-sarah-pinborough/) - Never before have I uttered so man "WTF's" while reading. First, let me start by saying I've been a fan of Pinborough's for over a decade. My first introduction to her work was via her horror. She excels at writing the uber-creepy. I was then drawn in to her suspense/thrillers and I can't imagine being a
- [Review: Small Admissions by Amy Poeppel](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2017/01/24/review-small-admissions-by-amy-poeppel/) - I absolutely love when a book takes you by surprise, overwhelming and lifting you up in ways unimaginable. When I read the premise of this book, I thought it was a light, fluffy read, perfect airplane reading for my multiple business trips. What I experienced instead was a completely heartwarming, endearing read. Kate is quite
- [Batgirl at Super Hero High (DC Super Hero Girls) by Lisa Yee](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2017/01/12/batgirl-at-super-hero-high-dc-super-hero-girls-by-lisa-yee/) - This is now the third book I've read in this series and it may very well be my favorite. I believe it serves an important message to young girls, those who have been immersed in stories and movies about famous male super heroes, now given the ability to read about female super heroes. In this
- [Review: Two Days Gone by Randall Silvis](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2017/01/09/review-two-days-gone-by-randall-silvis/) - Wow. This is certainly not a book for the faint of heart. From the very beginning, Silvis takes his reader into a dark and harrowing journey. The slaughter (there isn't really any other way to to describe it) of his family will shock you and break your heart, instantly evoking a strong feeling of hatred
- [Review: Little Heaven by Nick Cutter](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2017/01/06/review-little-heaven-by-nick-cutter/) - Egads, this book is spooky. Having ready Cutter's previous works, I thought I was prepared for this one. Clearly, that wasn't the case. This is the type of horror that chills you from the core, an evil that reminds me of Clive Barker's work...yet still more terrifying. Told in two time periods, fifteen years apart.
- [Book Club Discussions: Favorites of 2016](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2017/01/04/book-club-discussions-favorites-of-2016/) - The fiction book club I lead at One More Page Books kicks off the new year by talking about our favorite reads of the previous year. We call it a book club potluck: instead of food we bring book recommendations! This aren’t necessarily book club picks, but books we’ve read outside of book club
- [Review: The Sleepwalker by Chris Bohjalian](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2017/01/03/review-the-sleepwalker-by-chris-bohjalian/) - While I'm aware of parasomnia, or sleepwalking, I don't suppose I was quite as familiar with its severity or symptoms. Without relaying too much of the plot, Bohjalian digs deep into this sleep disorder and the various versions of its manifestations. This novel, at its heart, is not only the mystery of a woman's disappearance, but
- [Year in Review: Best Books of 2016](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/12/28/year-in-review-best-books-of-2016/) - It's quite interesting; I've been sitting here the last few weeks trying to squeeze in some 2016 reads in the hopes of adding them to this list. For the last two months, I haven't been able to find many books to keep my attention. I blame it on my inability to turn my mind off
- [Review: A Boy Named Christmas by Matt Haig](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/12/12/review-a-boy-named-christmas-by-matt-haig/) - I'm a sucker for retellings of the story of Santa Claus. Add the fact that this is written by Matt Haig, author of a few of my favorite adult novels like The Humans and The Radleys and I'm sold! That said, it's not all happiness and glee. Haig does quite accurately pick up on the dark side of
- [Audio book Review: Echo by Pam Muñoz Ryan](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/12/08/audio-book-review-echo-by-pam-munoz-ryan/)
- [Review: Holding up the Universe by Jennifer Niven](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/12/05/review-holding-up-the-universe-by-jennifer-niven/) - Since November, I have been in the biggest of book slumps. I have no problem losing myself in an audio book on my commute to work but when it comes to sitting down and reading a book, I'm hopeless. I cannot concentrate. Until this book. I instantly bonded with Libby: we shared the same favorite
- [A Month in Review: November 2016](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/12/01/a-month-in-review-november-2016/) - Holy cow! It's December already! Egads, this year has flown by! I'm going to come right out and say I really struggled this month. The election results really put me into a funk I'm just getting over. I only reviewed a few titles...I'm hoping to catch up in December! Books Reviewed: I’ll Take You There
- [2016 Thankfully Reading Weekend Wrap-Up Post](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/11/27/2016-thankfully-reading-weekend-wrap-up-post/) - Another year of Thankfully Reading Weekend has come to an end. I didn't get nearly as much reading done as I would have hoped (it's far easier to take part in this when you aren't traveling, I now see!). That's not going to stop me from getting more reading in now that I'm home!
- [Thankfully Reading Weekend Day Four: Small Business Saturday](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/11/26/thankfully-reading-weekend-day-four-small-business-saturday/) - It's Day Four of Thankfully Reading Weekend! Can you believe how quickly the time has flown by? Today, I encourage you to take a small break from reading to participate in Small Business Saturday. Have a local independent bookstore? Pay them a visit and let them know how much you appreciate them! Since we're
- [2016 Thankfully Reading Weekend: Day Three](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/11/25/2016-thankfully-reading-weekend-day-three/) - Happy Day After Thankgiving! How did everyone do yesterday? Full stomachs, plenty of reading time…sounds like bliss to me! I don’t know about you, but I’m looking forward to a day of reading at home, avoiding the retail madness! I admit do doing a little online pre-Black Friday shopping last night. It was too
- [2016 Thankfully Reading Weekend: Day Two!](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/11/24/2016-thankfully-reading-weekend-day-two/) - Happy Thanksgiving!!! We have a nice low-key Thanksgiving planned. We're in OH visiting my parents and siblings. We've had dinner catered in (we're still providing our favorite sides) so I'm looking forward to some quality reading time! For today's challenge, let's talk about a "reading menu." What makes a good menu to you? What
- [2016 Thankfully Reading Weekend Kick-Off!](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/11/23/2016-thankfully-reading-weekend-kick-off/) - It’s time!! This is the official kick off post for Thankfully Reading! Instead of braving the crowds and shopping this weekend, we’re spending our time curled up with a book! Feel free to link up your kick-off post below, as well as any update posts you have. Don’t have a blog? Don’t worry!
- [Review: I'll Take You There by Wally Lamb](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/11/22/review-ill-take-you-there-by-wally-lamb/) - Wow. What an experience. What makes this even so exhilarating is how my experience and considerations for this book transformed as I read it. I'm no fan of film history. I get that there are a great number of people who are, so when the author delved into that word of Hollywood magic I went
- [2016 Thankfully Reading Weekend!](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/11/09/2016-thankfully-reading-weekend/) - Egads! Where has the time gone!? Thanksgiving is just right around the corner. With that comes the dreaded Black Friday (well, now lately, it’s Black Thursday, too!). I’m pleased to announce that I will once again be hosting Thankfully Reading Weekend, November 23-27th! Want to avoid the crowds & shopping on Black Friday? Plan on
- [Winter Book Preview: December 2016](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/11/18/winter-book-preview-december-2016/) - Wow, it's been a while since I've done one of these! Many apologies! Following are the December titles I'm looking forward to! It's a really quiet month in publishing so this is quite the short list! This is a good thing; I feel December (and the holidays in general) give us all a chance to
- [Review: The Magnolia Story by Chip & Joanna Gaines](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/11/16/review-the-magnolia-story-by-chip-joanna-gaines/) - I don't know about you, but events as of late have had me in a reading funk. I was scrambling for a book to keep my attention when I saw this one sitting next to my reading chair, beckoning me. Within just a few moments I forgot what was going on in the world around
- [Review: Everything We Keep by Kerry Lonsdale](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/11/07/review-everything-we-keep-by-kerry-lonsdale/) - Let's start with what I loved about this book! I loved Aimee's character. I felt great sympathy for her ordeal. I can't imagine the pain she must be feeling. I appreciated that she attempted to move on with her life, opening the coffee shop she dreamed of. I understood her reluctance to accept her fiance's
- [2016 Murder, Monsters & Mayhem Wrap-up/Month in Review](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/11/01/2016-murder-monsters-mayhem-wrap-upmonth-in-review/) - It's November 1, which means my month-long celebration of all things spooky and terrifying has drawn to an end. I'm still not over my horror fix; you know I sneak in horror whenever I can. That said, let's take a look at the titles I reviewed this month: The Family Plot by Cherie Priest Graveyard:
- [Audiobook Review: The Family Plot by Cherie Priest](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/10/31/audiobook-review-the-family-plot-by-cherie-priest/) - Already a fan of Priest's work, I was thrilled to see that she was writing a haunted house novel. The moment I had an opening in my audio book schedule, I squeezed this one in. Boy, was it worth it! Priest already excels at writing the dark and creepy. Something about this one, however, sent
- [Review: Graveyard: True Hauntings from an Old New England Cemetery](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/10/27/review-graveyard-true-hauntings-from-an-old-new-england-cemetery/) - Yesterday, I shared my review of one of many books about/by Ed and Lorraine Warren. This is a much tamer book, devoid of any gore, filled to the brim with stories to be retold around a campfire, or curled up on a dark fall day. Certainly not terrifying, but perfect for those looking for a
- [Review: The Demonologist: The Extraordinary Career of Ed and Lorraine Warren by Gerald Brittle](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/10/26/review-the-demonologist-the-extraordinary-career-of-ed-and-lorraine-warren-by-gerald-brittle/) - I knew I needed to throw in some non-fiction as part of this year's Murder, Monsters & Mayhem. When I was approached to review this title, I knew it was the perfect fit. So many of us know about the Warrens, if anything due to their involvement in the case that inspired The Conjuring. Admittedly, I was
- [Review: How to Hang a Witch by Adriana Mather](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/10/25/review-how-to-hang-a-witch-by-adriana-mather/) - This review copy has been sitting in my book pile since the spring. When I saw it sitting there, all lonely and unread, I quickly added it to my pile of books to review for Murder, Monster & Mayhem. Then last week, as I was preparing for the read-a-thon I added it to that pile.
- [Review: Hex by Thomas Olde Heuvelt](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/10/24/review-hex-by-thomas-olde-heuvelt/) - I purchased this title upon release after much acclaim by readers whose opinions I trust and value. There's even a blurb from the king of horror himself on the cover! All of the acclaim was so, so worth it. What a chilling and wholly unique premise!! It reminded me a bit of Wayward Pines, in
- [October 2016 Dewey's 24-Hour #Readathon Wrap-up Post](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/10/23/october-2016-deweys-24-hour-readathon-wrap-up-post/) - I opted to go to to sleep around midnight. We're planning baking today and I knew I'd need my sleep. Here are my final stats: Books read Hex by Thomas Olde Heuvelt The Demonologist by Gerald Brittle How to Hang a Witch by Adriana Mather Graveyard by Robert David Chase My favs were definitely Hex (spooky)
- [October 2016 Dewey's 24-Hour Readathon Update Post!](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/10/22/october-2016-deweys-24-hour-readathon-update-post/) - Happy read-a-thon Day to You! Ahhh, I'm so excited to start! I have my comfy reading clothes! This will serve as my update post for the read-a-thon. Rather than inundate you with dozens of update posts, we're just going to limit it to just one. Below I'll link my updates (which will
- [Dewey's October 2016 #Readathon!](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/10/21/deweys-october-2016-readathon/) - I just love Fall! Dewey's 24-Hour Read-a-thon is just one of the many activities I look forward to! I mean, Fall brings perfect reading weather! Cool brisk temps leave me wanting to burrow up under some blankets and read all day! I did a calculation and this makes the 13th Dewey's Readathon I've participated
- [Review: The Women in the Walls by Amy Lukavics](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/10/19/review-the-women-in-the-walls-by-amy-lukavics/) - A few weeks ago, I listened and loved Daughters Unto Devils, the author's previous work. That title chilled me to the bone. This one? Not so much. While the concept is chilling (generations of women haunting their descendants) I don't feel nearly as connected or invested in this read. It's almost as if more depth
- [Audiobook Review: Harvest Home by Thomas Tryon](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/10/18/audiobook-review-harvest-home-by-thomas-tryon/) - This novel was originally released four years before I was born, a horror classic that I discovered when I was a teen. When I found myself on the hunt for a classic horror read, I knew this would be it. This is the type of horror novel that is slow building. It's not full of
- [Review: And the Trees Crept In by Dawn Kurtagich](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/10/17/review-and-the-trees-crept-in-by-dawn-kurtagich/) - I'm going to be intentionally vague in my comments regarding this book. Everything, from the beginning to the very final pages, is not as it seems. A genuine horror novel at its finest, the reader forced to question everything the narrator relays. The entire novel is a whirlwind of experiences, a gradual descent into madness.
- [Review: Children of Eden by Joey Graceffa](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/10/13/review-children-of-eden-by-joey-graceffa/) - Let me start out by saying that I had no idea who Joey Graceffa was before starting this book. I've never viewed any of his Youtube videos. Even upon learning of his "fame, " I opted to go into reading his novel blind, without any preconceived perceptions. We all know how some celebrity novels turn
- [Television Series for Horror/Thriller Fans](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/10/12/television-series-for-horrorthriller-fans/) - I don't know about your, but my love of horror/thriller extends from the page to the screen. This weekend, I treated myself to a marathon of horror movies, but was thrilled to see just how many horror/thriller television series are available for viewing. This post, I'm hoping to share some of my favorites but
- [Review: Little Boy Blue (A Helen Grace Thriller) by M.J. Arlidge](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/10/10/review-little-boy-blue-a-helen-grace-thriller-by-m-j-arlidge/) - M.J. Arlidge's Helen Grace thrillers are some of the very best examples of crime fiction out there. This is the fifth in this truly addictive, incredibly dark yet captivating series. Each title has built up and developed each of the many characters. The reader knows of Helen's secrets, but is the world ready? Helen Grace
- [Review: Yesternight by Cat Winters](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/10/07/review-yesternight-by-cat-winters/) - Now this is my type of read. Rich in history, steeped in uber-creepiness, this was quite the perfect October read! Winters crafted a brilliant story filled to the brim with scenes that left me with goosebumps. I have this thing about creepy children; they terrify me to no end. In this case, they are the
- [Review: Only Daughter by Anna Snoekstra](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/10/06/review-only-daughter-by-anna-snoekstra/) - I found this to be quite the compelling read, a truly captivating debut. Talk about desperate to avoid imprisonment! The author excelled at the imaginable: feeling compassion and concern for a thief, a liar, a woman who take advantage of a missing girl's family in an attempt to evade prosecution. These feelings weren't immediate, of
- [Review: Bird Box by Josh Malerman](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/10/05/review-bird-box-by-josh-malerman/) - This title is one of many that I read upon hardcover release but never reviewed. The paperback release allowed me to select it as a book club selection and inspired me to write this review. I'm a huge fan of this sort of horror. Not the overly grisly or graphic sort of horror, but the
- [Review: Tangled Up in Brew (A Brewing Trouble Mystery) by Joyce Tremel](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/10/04/review-tangled-up-in-brew-a-brewing-trouble-mystery-by-joyce-tremel/) - I absolutely adore this series. I fell in love with the first book, To Brew or Not to Brew. The Pittsburgh setting, Max's hard-headed determination to succeed in field largely prevailed by men, and Tremel's captivating and engaging writing style. All of these came to play again in this most recent book. As if the events
- [Review: The Motion of Puppets by Keith Donohue](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/10/03/review-the-motion-of-puppets-by-keith-donohue/) - There's no doubt that I'm a fan of Donohue's writing. I've devoured everything he's written (including The Boy Who Drew Monsters, Centuries of June, and Angels of Destruction), impressed each time by his talent. This most recent title may be his most impressive, for Donohue manages to seamlessly combine horror, mystery, and magical realism into
- [Review: Every Heart a Doorway by Seanan McGuire](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/10/02/review-every-heart-a-doorway-by-seanan-mcguire/) - I've been a fan of McGuire (and her alter-ego, Mira Grant) for some time now. When I learned of this title I was intrigued and instantly, upon reading, entranced. To say that McGuire excels at telling a story is an understatement. Her subject matter is close and dear to her, allowing her to exude such
- [Review: The Trespasser by Tana French](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/10/01/review-the-trespasser-by-tana-french/) - This is the sixth book in the Dublin Murder Squad series. I adore each and every one of these, for Antoinette's character is one I truly enjoy. She's tough, rough around the edges, just wanting to advance in her career, striving to have the same opportunities as her male counterparts. She's the only female detective
- [2016 Murder, Monsters & Mayhem!](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/09/30/2016-murder-monsters-mayhem/) - It’s here! It’s here! October is finally here! Well, technically it begins tomorrow but since I plan on starting the festivities in full-force on Day One, I thought I’d go ahead and deal with all the logistics! Now, where was I? Anyone who has followed this blog for any significant period of time understand just
- [Audiobook Review: Daughters Unto Devils by Amy Lukavics](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/09/27/audiobook-review-daughters-unto-devils-by-amy-lukavics/) - What an uber-creepy listen! The terror begins from page one, starting with flash-backs of a horrific winter, leading up to the present. It's being promoted as "Stephen King meets Little House on the Prairie" and that is actually quite accurate. The rich descriptions Lukavics uses to describe the setting, the action, the characters, quite literally
- [Review: Three Dark Crowns by Kendare Blake](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/09/22/review-three-dark-crowns-by-kendare-blake/) - What a tremendously unique premise! I have to admit, I was on the fence about reading this one. I wasn't the biggest fan of her previous book (I know, I know) and it left me feeling hesitant. Then, I heard Kendare speak about her book at a session at BEA (Book Expo America) and I
- [Audiobook Review: Cold Moon Over Babylon by Michael McDowell](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/09/20/audiobook-review-cold-moon-over-babylon-by-michael-mcdowell/) - Why yes, this is the second horror novel by Michael McDowell read in one month. Once I got a taste of his "classic" style of horror writing I had to have more. Much like The Elementals, this novel is once again set in a small, Alabama town. McDowell so perfectly crafts and describes the small
- [Announcing: 2016 Murder, Monsters & Mayhem!!](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/09/16/announcing-2016-murder-monsters-mayhem/) - It's here, it's here....well, almost! In just a few weeks, we'll be kicking off yet another year of Murder, Monsters & Mayhem! Anyone who has followed this blog for any significant period of time understand just how much I love Halloween (and Fall in general)! To celebrate my obsession with the macabre, each year
- [Review: Red Right Hand by Chris Holm](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/09/14/review-red-right-hand-by-chris-holm/) - I've been impatiently awaiting the release of this book for some time! Hendricks is quite a character, an anti-hero who hunts hitmen. It's an incredibly insane plot but Holm pulls it off with expertise and ease. Hendricks is a man with a rich and detailed past, a man who, on the surface, we should despise.
- [Audiobook Review: The Elementals by Michael McDowell](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/09/09/audiobook-review-the-elementals-by-michael-mcdowell/) - I do love me a haunted house story. This title has been on my must-read list for some time, so when the audio popped up in a list of recommendations, I knew I had to try it out. This novel, originally released in 1981, was one of the highest regarded novels of the big horror
- [Review: The Memory of Things by Gae Polisner](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/09/07/review-the-memory-of-things-by-gae-polisner/) - I must thank my good friend and blogging buddy, Kelly, for introducing me to this book. It's unlikely that I would have come across this book had it not been for her raves about it! From the moment I started reading it, I realized that my own almost seventeen year old son has no memory
- [Audiobook Review: Be Frank With Me by Julia Claiborne Johnson](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/09/06/audiobook-review-be-frank-with-me-by-julia-claiborne-johnson/) - This was the perfect audio book to get me out of my reading slump! What wonderful and dynamic characters! Frank, bless his heart, was a character it is easy to love! Though not formally diagnosed, his symptoms lean toward Asperger's (aversion to touch, social awkwardness, obsession with classic Hollywood style movies and attire). Though
- [R.eaders I.mbibing P.eril XI](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/09/02/r-eaders-i-mbibing-p-eril-xi/) - It's here, it's here! My favorite time of year, kicked off by one of my favorite blog events, R.I.P (Readers Imbibing Peril), once again hosted by Carl from Stainless Steel Droppings. Unfamiliar with this event? Basically, it's an excuse to read books from the following genres: Mystery Suspense Thriller Gothic Horror Dark Fantasy
- [Month in Review: August 2016](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/09/01/month-in-review-august-2016/) - August was a crazy month. Starting a new business, keeping up with my boys' hectic schedule, school starting. I cannot wait until things even out a bit! Added to all this, I was in a serious book slump, nothing keeping my attention. That said, those handful of books that did keep my attention were
- [Review: Leave Me by Gayle Forman](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/08/30/review-leave-me-by-gayle-forman/) - Let me start out by saying this: I am the full-time working mom of two boys, now sixteen and eleven. While I, and many others like me, have felt completely overwhelmed by life, responsibilities, and obligations, never have I contemplated abandoning my family. Therefore, needless to say, I had a difficult time reading this book
- [Audiobook Review: The Book of Unknown Americans by Cristina Henríquez](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/08/22/audiobook-review-the-book-of-unknown-americans-by-cristina-henriquez/) - I cannot believe it's taken me this long to read/listen to this book! So timely, even more perfect given the mood I was in when I started listening. I became instantly invested and dedicated to a series of individuals who came to our country for a better life, to attain the very things that we,
- [Fall Book Preview: September 2016, Part II](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/08/19/fall-book-preview-september-2016/) - Yesterday, I shared the first part of my most anticipated titles of September. I'm excited to share rest of the list today, books publishing the last half of September. I'm excited...September is always a great month for books! Three Dark Crowns by Kendare Blake (Sept. 20): Becoming the Queen Crowned of Fennbirn isn’t just
- [Fall Book Preview: September 2016, Part I](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/08/18/fall-book-preview-september-2016-part-i/) - I must say, I'm glad this summer is flying by. It is hot, humid, and miserable here. I'm ready for the cool briskness of Fall! I have quite a list of September titles I'm looking forward to! I've listed those publishing the first half of September below. As always, I've included the publisher's summary and
- [Review: Harmony by Carolyn Parkhurst](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/08/15/review-harmony-by-carolyn-parkhurst/) - What a truly remarkable novel, perhaps one of the best examinations of a family dealing with autism. Parkhurst has first-hand knowledge of the subject matter, for her own son is on the spectrum. This insider knowledge and experiences grants readers a uniquely honest and filter-free sampling of life with an autistic child. The chapters narrated
- [Review: Killfile by Christopher Farnsworth](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/08/11/review-killfile-by-christopher-farnsworth/) - What a fun, engaging, read! John Smith is certainly a unique protagonist. A former foster child with no memories of his parents, he spent his entire life attempting to come to terms with his hidden talent. Imagine being in a crowded room, with hundreds of voices around you, unable to silence them? This is everyday
- [Review: Another Brooklyn by Jacqueline Woodson](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/08/09/review-another-brooklyn-by-jacqueline-woodson/) - This is the sort of novel that packs a mighty punch, despite such a short page count. Told in a unique method, in short, verse-like paragraphs, Another Brooklyn is the kind of book you carry around with you, sampling short bits at every spare moment. Her poetic style of writing makes it easy to juxtapose the
- [Review: Behind Closed Doors by B. A. Paris](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/08/08/review-behind-closed-doors-by-b-a-paris/) - This title was one on my most anticipated books of August. I was intrigued by the praise it's received already so I looked forward to reading it. From the first pages it was captivating; Jack and Grace did seem to have the perfect relationship. He took her on lavish trips, doted on her when in
- [Month in Review: July 2016](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/08/02/month-in-review-july-2016/) - August!? How is this possible?! Ok, I'm not going to complain. I'm not a fan of the heat and humidity Virginia summers bring. I love, love, love fall and can't wait to curl up in a long sweater and a pair of leggings! Perfect reading weather, yes? It's been a busy month for me.
- [Fall Book Preview: August 2016, Part II](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/08/01/fall-book-preview-august-2016-part-ii/) - Last week, I shared the first part of my "most anticipated" list of August. This post will detail those titles releasing the second part of this month. As always, I've included the publisher's summary and a brief note as to why I'm excited about that particular title. Without further delay... Rise the Dark by
- [Review: After Anna by Alex Lake](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/07/29/review-after-anna-by-alex-lake/) - I learned about this title during a Fall book preview webinar hosted by the publisher. Initially, I hesitated to pick it up. First, because of the premise. As a mother myself, child abduction is one of my most horrific fears. Secondly, the comparisons to Gone Girl and The Girl on the Train had me wary. Still, I
- [Fall Book Preview: August 2016, Part I](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/07/28/fall-book-preview-august-2016-part-i/) - I bet you thought I forgot to share my most anticipated titles for August. Well, I actually nearly did! I create a list for myself to help me in scheduling my posts. I just need to remember to transfer that list into a blog post! Following are the titles releasing the first part of August.
- [Review: Dark Matter by Blake Crouch](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/07/27/review-dark-matter-by-blake-crouch/) - Ever since I heard about Crouch writing another science fiction novel, my interest was piqued. I'm a longtime fan of his writing, long before the The Pines made its debut as Wayward Pines on television. Crouch is an incredibly talented writer, capable of creating alternate worlds that are simultaneously foreign yet frighteningly real and plausible. This rings true for
- [Review: You Will Know Me by Megan Abbott](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/07/26/review-you-will-know-me-by-megan-abbott/) - I'm warning you now, this is going to be another on of those vague reviews, largely because there is so much packed into this book that I feel the reader must uncover themselves. Once again, Abbott manages to stump me in my attempt to uncover the identity of the individual responsible for murder, not once,
- [Review: Supergirl at Super Hero High (DC Super Hero Girls) by Lisa Yee](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/07/19/review-supergirl-at-super-hero-high-dc-super-hero-girls-by-lisa-yee/) - I'll say it again, where were these books when I was a young girl? Like the first book in this series, Wonder Woman at Super Hero High, gives readers a glimpse at powerful female superheroes before they were "famous," as floundering young women struggling to maintain control of their power and prestige. Kara (Supergirl) is
- [Review: The Woman in Cabin 10 by Ruth Ware](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/07/14/review-the-woman-in-cabin-10-by-ruth-ware/) - I was thrilled to learn Ware was publishing another thriller. I completely adored In A Dark, Dark Wood. The success of this second thriller proves Ware has found her niche: thrillers in claustrophobic, remote settings. I know I'm not of the popular opinion, but cruises in general creep me out. The idea of being trapped on
- [Review: The Hatching by Ezekiel Boone](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/07/13/review-the-hatching-by-ezekiel-boone/) - *Shivers* Ok, so normal spiders don't terrify me. I mean, they serve a purpose, right? But human-devouring spiders set out to eat and reproduce? Terrifying. So yes, this book is spooky, graphic....but it is also rich with cheesy B-movie brilliance. It reminded me of those classic horror movies I used to watch with my father.
- [Review: The Light of Paris by Eleanor Brown](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/07/12/review-the-light-of-paris-by-eleanor-brown/) - I'm not exaggerating. I counted down the days for the release of this title. I loved, loved, loved Weird Sisters and could not wait to have a taste of Eleanor Brown's writing again. Told in two alternating time period- Madeline in 1999 and her grandmother, Margie, in 1919- readers get a glimpse of two women, separated
- [Review: All is Not Forgotten by Wendy Walker](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/07/06/review-all-is-not-forgotten-by-wendy-walker/) - This is quite an intense read! From the early pages as the reader uncovers and experiences the tragic attack of a young girl, following breadcrumbs of revelations about the activities of the residents of this small town, there is barely a moment of reprieve. That it is narrated by a psychologist directly involved in this
- [Review: A Certain Age by Beatriz Williams](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/06/29/review-a-certain-age-by-beatriz-williams/) - Williams is an "auto-buy" author for me. I don't even read the premise, I just assume that book will be mine. This, by far, has to be my favorite, for Williams manages to combine two of my favorite genres, mystery and historical fiction, into one. Going in, the reader knows they are going to be
- [Review: The Bourbon Thief by Tiffany Reisz](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/06/27/review-the-bourbon-thief-by-tiffany-reisz/) - Readers may be shocked to see this book coming across my review schedule. On the surface, it doesn't seem like its my typical reading fare, yet on further examination quite the opposite is revealed. I'm not going to reveal much about the premise in this review, for this is a story that is best left
- [Summer Book Preview: July 2016, Part III](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/06/24/summer-book-preview-july-2016-part-iii/) - I'm glad to see you've come back for the last part of my July preview list! In case you missed it, here are Part I and Part II. Following are the titles that publish the last two weeks of July! Included is the publisher's summary and a brief reason why I'm excited about that particular
- [Review: Since She Went Away by David Bell](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/06/23/review-since-she-went-away-by-david-bell/) - Talk about a thriller chock full of intensity, involving not one or two, but multiple unsolved crimes. Bell keeps the chapters short, alternating between Jenna and her son, Jared's, point of view. Doing so adds to the tension, but also provides completely differing viewpoints of what transpires, two seemingly separate incidents that are actually connected.
- [Summer Book Preview: July 2016, Part II](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/06/22/summer-book-preview-july-2016-part-ii/) - I'm baaack, and with more books! Earlier this week, I shared the first part of my July preview list. Were you one of the fortunate who earned ebook credits from the settlement? Time to spend that money! Following are the titles that publish the second week of July! The Light of Paris by Eleanor Brown
- [Review: Disappearance at Devil's Rock by Paul Tremblay](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/06/21/review-disappearance-at-devils-rock-by-paul-tremblay/) - Let's start by saying I absolutely LOVED Tremblay's previous novel A Head Full of Ghosts. That book left me questioning everything I read, a novel that leaves you questioning what actually transpired days after you've finished reading. A truly emotional response, something that that book has in common with this most recent one. What
- [Summer Book Preview: July 2016, Part I](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/06/20/summer-book-preview-july-2016-part-i/) - I was neglect in creating preview posts for June (thanks to my crazy schedule, BEA, etc.) so I knew i couldn't be remiss in sharing July titles that piqued my attention. July is quite a month for books, leaving me wondering why adults don't get a summer break!? Wouldn't it be divine to have the
- [Review: Before the Fall by Noah Hawley](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/06/16/review-before-the-fall-by-noah-hawley/) - This novel defied any preconceived notions or ideas I had about the premise. I dare to say there is such thing as your typical accident or tragedy story, but this certainly wasn't it. It truly defies classification. While the climax is most definitely the plane crash, there is actually very little attention paid to the flight itself.
- [Review: He Will Be My Ruin by K.A. Tucker](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/06/14/review-he-will-be-my-ruin-by-k-a-tucker/) - This is Tucker's first thriller and I certainly hope it won't be her last! I was captivated by the beginning, immediately invested in uncovering what lead to Celine's death. The story is told through Maggie's point of view, but also through entries in Celine's journals. This gave a well-rounded view of Celine, from her own
- [Review: If I Forget You by Thomas Christopher Greene](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/06/13/review-if-i-forget-you-by-thomas-christopher-greene/) - I adored Greene's previous novel, The Headmaster's Wife. When I learned he'd penned another novel I was thrilled beyond belief. Unfortunately, it didn't meet my expectations. The Headmaster's Wife was full of intensity, a novel I referred to in my review as "a beautifully written exploration of love, of family, and how the loss of someone so dear
- [Review: I'm Thinking of Ending Things by Iain Reid](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/06/09/review-im-thinking-of-ending-things-by-iain-reid/) - 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. It's terrifying. Not in a gory, overly descriptive way but in a psychological way, the
- [Review: The Girl from the Savoy by Hazel Gaynor](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/06/08/review-the-girl-from-the-savoy-by-hazel-gaynor/) - The moment Hazel Gaynor pens a new book, I know I have to get my hands on it. In this case, set during the Great War, Gaynor focuses on three characters, living parallel but vastly different lives. Dolly is one of those individuals who strives hard to succeed despite her place in life. She refuses
- [On Finishing A Favorite Series: The Passage Trilogy](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/06/06/on-finishing-a-favorite-series-the-passage-trilogy/) - Today's post was inspired by my read of The City of Mirrors by Justin Cronin, the conclusion to The Passage trilogy. I knew upon finishing it that there was no way I'd be able to write a true and formal review. As I read others' reviews of this title, another post formed in my mind. What do we expect
- [Review: Hamilton: The Revolution by Lin-Manuel Miranda & Jeremy McCarter](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/06/02/review-hamilton-the-revolution-by-lin-manuel-miranda-jeremy-mccarter/) - I'm obsessed with Hamilton and I haven't even seen it. I listened to the musical score on repeat; I forced my family to listen to it on a road trip. My ten-year-old son now has the lyrics memorized and quotes them often. When I heard of the release of this book, affectionately referred to as the
- [Month in Review: May 2016](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/05/31/month-in-review-may-2016/) - May was a busy month! I traveled to BEA (Book Expo America) for a week of bookish fun. I experienced a book slump of epic proportions (and recovered). It was also a month of great books! Following are the titles I reviewed this month: Sleeping Giants by Sylvain Neuvel My Best Friend’s Exorcism
- [Review: Sleeping Giants by Sylvain Neuvel](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/05/25/review-sleeping-giants-by-sylvain-neuvel/) - Giant alien girl robot? I'm sold. From the very beginning, I was instantly captivating by this title's premise. Of course, I'm also on this "end of the world, doomsday" reading kick, so that certainly helped as well. Told in alternating formats, including interviews and journal entries, sure, this does remind one of World War Z as
- [Review: My Best Friend's Exorcism by Grady Hendrix](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/05/24/review-my-best-friends-exorcism-by-grady-hendrix/) - Hendrix is known most recently for his book Horrorstör, a horror story set in, of all places, an IKEA. I found it to be quite quirky and fun, so when I heard about his most recent book, I knew I had to have it. Let's just say I wasn't quite prepared for how terrifying it is! Let's
- [#BEA16 Wrap-up: Book Club Recommendations](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/05/16/bea2016-wrap-up-book-club-recommendations/) - As you may know, last week I was in Chicago attending Book Expo America. Rather inundating you with dozens of update posts, I thought I'd share the takeaways I found most valuable. The one that tops this, of course, is the annual Book Group Speed Dating session hosted by Reading Group Guides. In this session,
- [Review: The Fireman by Joe Hill](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/05/23/review-the-fireman-by-joe-hill/) - 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 novel, a plague that leads to an apocalypse, I knew he would hit it out
- [#BEA16 Wrapup: Harper Collins Summer/Fall Book Preview Part I](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/05/17/bea2016-wrapup-harper-collins-summerfall-book-preview-part-i/) - Yesterday, I shared some of the book club recommendations I discovered while attending the highly popular Book Club Speed Dating session at Book Expo America. Today, I'm sharing more of those recommendations, but combining it with another event that took place prior to BEA. Harper Collins, the most supportive publisher of bloggers, IMHO, annually holds a
- [#BEA16 Wrapup: Harper Collins Summer/Fall Book Preview Part II](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/05/20/bea2016-wrapup-harper-collins-summerfall-book-preview-part-ii/) - Earlier this week, I shared some of the titles I discovered as part of Harper Collins pre-BEA Summer/Fall Book Preview. In an attempt to not overwhelm you/keep the post short, today I'll be sharing the remaining titles. They are broken down by imprint (which may not mean anything to some of you) and I've
- [Review: Girls on Fire by Robin Wasserman](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/05/18/review-girls-on-fire-by-robin-wasserman/) - 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 reflecting on my own teen years, recalling the sheer intensity of some of my friendships
- [The Best of Jenn's Bookshelves: BEA 2016 Edition](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/05/09/the-best-of-jenns-bookshelves-2016-edition/) - It's going to be a quiet week on the blog. As I write this, I'm sitting in a hotel room in Chicago, preparing to attend my sixth (!!) Book Expo America. Imagine a convention center filled to the brim with authors, readers, teachers, librarians, publicists & more, and that's a snapshot of what BEA is!
- [Review: Wilde Lake by Laura Lippman](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/05/11/review-wilde-lake-by-laura-lippman/) - 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 rape victims, and how one's position in society can influence one's fate. Though this wasn't
- [Review: Roses and Rot by Kat Howard](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/05/06/review-roses-and-rot-by-kat-howard/) - It was rather hard to write a summary of this book without giving much away. Thankfully, much of these is revealed in the early parts of the book. It's been some time since I've immersed myself into urban fantasy. This was certainly a unique one, in which fairy tales come to life...but not as positively
- [Review: The Secrets of Flight by Maggie Leffler](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/05/04/review-the-secrets-of-flight-by-maggie-leffler/) - From the moment I read the premise of this book, I knew I had to read it. Through various other novels, I have learned of the multitude of ways women were called to duty while men fought in the war. Unfortunately, many of these opportunities granted to them were only temporary and, until know, unknown
- [Audiobook Review: The Madwoman Upstairs by Catherine Lowell](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/05/03/audiobook-review-the-madwoman-upstairs-by-catherine-lowell/) - I adored this audio!! I'm always anxious to read a book with connections to my favorite pieces of classic fiction. I gasped aloud when I heard of Samantha's disdain for the Brontë sisters, yet I rather understood where she was coming from. Growing up knowing you are related to such brilliantly talented writers must be quite
- [Month in Review: April 2016](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/05/01/month-in-review-april-2016/) - I know I say this each month, but how is it possible a month has passed already!? April proved to be a better month for reading: The Serpent King by Jeff Zentner Most Wanted by Lisa Scottoline The Year We Turned Forty by Liz Fenton and Lisa Steinke Wonder Woman at Super Hero High
- [Audiobook Review: The Serpent King by Jeff Zentner](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/04/27/audiobook-review-the-serpent-king-by-jeff-zentner/) - Typically, I attempt to avoid books receiving quite a bit of praise, waiting for the fanfare to die down before experiencing it myself. When I found myself in a bit of a book slump, this title seemed to be the cure. Never did I imagine the impact it would have on me. As I listened,
- [Spring Book Preview: May 2016, Part III](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/04/26/spring-book-preview-may-2016-part-iii/) - Didn't I say May was a big book month?! Today, I'll wrap up my most anticipated books of May with titles publishing the last two weeks of the month. There are some big books in this list; I can hardly contain myself! Smoke: A Novel by Dan Vyleta (May 24): An England where people who
- [Spring Book Preview: May 2016, Part II](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/04/25/spring-book-preview-may-2016-part-ii/) - Last week, I shared the first part of my most anticipated books of May. I warned you, May is a big month for books! Today, I'll share the titles releasing the second and third weeks of the month. As always, I've included the publisher's summary and a brief note as to why that title made
- [Dewey's 24-Hour #Readathon (April 2016): Wrap-up Post](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/04/24/deweys-24-hour-readathon-april-2016-wrap-up-post/) - I feel quite refreshed after a good night's sleep! I stayed up until about midnight, opting to go to sleep after finishing my 4th book. To me, a successful readathon doesn't necessarily mean staying up 24 hours to read. Instead, a fun, enjoyable experience of spending a large portion of your day reading! Following are
- [Dewey’s 24-Hour #Readathon (April 2016): Update Post](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/04/23/deweys-24-hour-readathon-april-2016-update-post/) - Happy Readathon Day!! The day we've been waiting for is here!! Yesterday, I shared my stack of books, planned food, etc. This post shall serve as my update post. Rather than adding a new post to my feed with each update, I'll use this one post to keep you apprised of my status. My actual/live
- [Dewey's 24-Hour #Readathon: April 2016](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/04/22/deweys-24-hour-readathon-april-2016/) - Tomorrow, I'll be participating in the Spring 24-Hour Readathon! I've been participating in so many of these readathons that I've lost count. I look forward to each and every one with much glee and excitement! Now, I won't be reading for a full 24 hours. I'm not insane; I need my beauty sleep. Still, I
- [Review: Most Wanted by Lisa Scottoline](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/04/21/review-most-wanted-by-lisa-scottoline/) - The premise of this novel most certainly captivated me. So many thoughts came flooding through my head as I read, including the concept of nature versus nurture. Would I be able to carry a child knowing its father was a killer? Would I believe that tendency, that need to kill, would be passed on through
- [Spring Book Preview: May 2016, Part I](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/04/20/spring-book-preview-may-2016-part-i/) - I'm not going to lie. Spring is my least favorite time of year. Sure, the blooming flowers and warmer temperatures are nice, but the pollen!? It kills me. Thankfully, it gives me an excuse to stay inside and read! May is a big book month. I have over 20 books on my watch list, which
- [Review: The Year We Turned Forty by Liz Fenton and Lisa Steinke](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/04/19/review-the-year-we-turned-forty-by-liz-fenton-and-lisa-steinke/) - I'm not too far from celebrating my fortieth birthday. We all look back on the lives we've made for ourselves, questioning our decisions. Would we take the chance, if given, to alter the decisions we've made? This is something I definitely had in the back of my mind as I watched these three women attempt
- [Review: Wonder Woman at Super Hero High by Lisa Yee](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/04/18/review-wonder-woman-at-super-hero-high-by-lisa-yee/) - Where was this book when I was growing up? I'm thrilled to see the increased focus of super heroes for young girls in today's society. Sure, we have far to go to catch up, but this new series of books, each focusing on one of the female DC super heroes, is a great start. Yee
- [Review: The Darkest Corners by Kara Thomas](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/04/15/review-the-darkest-corners-by-kara-thomas/) - There's a lot going on in this book! Tessa has been dealt an awful card in life. Her father's in prison, her mother and sister abandoned her. The girl who was once her closest friend is now a raging teenage alcoholic, unable to deal with the past. She's returned to her hometown to say goodbye
- [Review: A Murder in Time by Julie McElwain](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/04/12/review-a-murder-in-time-by-julie-mcelwain/) - 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 the most hard-headed, strong-willed, determined female protagonist and that's what you'll find in Kendra. Though
- [Audiobook Review: The Immortals by Jordanna Max Brodsky](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/04/11/audiobook-review-the-immortals-by-jordanna-max-brodsky/) - What a truly remarkable novel this is! I truly enjoyed the modernization of Greek mythology, the creativity the author put into the development of the gods' characters was stunning. Though I have seen instances of this in middle grade and young adult fiction, I have yet to see it done so skillfully in adult fiction.
- [Review: Three-Martini Lunch by Suzanne Rindell](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/04/06/review-three-martini-lunch-by-suzanne-rindell/) - When I heard of this novels pending release, I squealed with delight. I'm still talking about Rindell's previous novel, The Other Typist. My adoration of that novel, and the premise of this one, made it a given that I'd start reading this title as soon as it hit my hands. I thoroughly enjoyed each characters narrative. Each
- [Month in Review: March 2016](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/03/31/month-in-review-march-2016/) - Where does the time go!? It felt just like yesterday I was giving an update of my February month in review!? March was a bit more productive than February. I took more risks in books I selected to read, experienced a few less than exciting reads, but rewarded with so much more. I
- [Spring Book Preview: April 2016, Part II](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/03/23/spring-book-preview-april-2016-part-ii/) - A few days ago, I shared the first part of my most-anticipated books of April post. Just when you didn't think your wallet could handle any more, there's more! Once again, I've shared the publisher's summary and a short note as to why the book has captivated my interested. A Murder in Time by Julie
- [Review: Lust & Wonder: A Memoir by Augusten Burroughs](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/03/29/review-lust-wonder-a-memoir-by-augusten-burroughs/) - I squealed with joy when I learned Augusten was releasing a new memoir. I devoured both Running with Scissors and Dry, not shying away with the brutal manner in which the author details his life. I began reading as soon as I had the review copy in my hands, thrilled to be "reunited" with this extremely talented man. Sure,
- [Review: A Place Called Winter by Patrick Gale](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/03/28/review-a-place-called-winter-by-patrick-gale/) - This novel took my breath away. So beautifully written, incredibly captivating from the start, I quickly found myself immersed in Harry's journey. This epic novel alternates between time periods, from Harry's youth and adulthood to years later, when Harry is a patient at a mental hospital. Faced with endless challenges throughout his life, Harry struggles
- [Review: Reader, I Married Him, edited by Tracy Chevalier](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/03/25/review-reader-i-married-him-edited-by-tracy-chevalier/) - Charlotte Bronte's Jane Eyre is likely her most popular novel. I had quite the experience reading it myself. It was required reading in high school and I hated it. I reread it in my early twenties and had a completely different experience. I now consider it my favorite classic novel. It's one of those books that
- [Spring Book Preview: April 2016, Part III](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/03/24/spring-book-preview-april-2016-part-iii/) - Yes, there's more. This is the final post, wrapping up all the April titles I'm excited about. I've included the publisher's summary, as well as a few words about why I'm interested in the particular title. The Darkest Corner by Kara Thomas (April 19): For fans of Gillian Flynn’s Dark Places and Sara Shepard’s Pretty
- [Review: Perfectly Broken by Robert Burke Warren](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/03/22/review-perfectly-broken-by-robert-burke-warren/) - On occasion, I take risks with books. Sometimes those risks pan out, yet oftentimes they are complete failures. I'm delighted that, in this case, it was a true success. Though this was completely outside my normal comfort zone, it was a risk worth taken. At first, I was worried that this was one of those
- [Spring Book Preview: April 2016, Part I](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/03/21/spring-book-preview-april-2016-part-i/) - We're on Spring Break this week. My boys are spending the week with their grandparents while my husband and I are enjoying some quiet time at a gorgeous country home. It's the perfect setting to sit back, relax, and plan my reading for the next month. It should be no surprise, but I have quite
- [Review: Jane Steele by Lyndsay Faye](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/03/18/review-jane-steele-by-lyndsay-faye/) - Why should you read this book? It's inspired by Charlotte Brontë’s classic Jane Eyre. My favorite classic. Hello, Lyndsay Faye!?!? A bit more explanation: when I learned the premise of this book, I knew I had to have it. Never did I worry about how my favorite classic would be twisted and distorted. A long-time
- [Review: The Crooked Heart of Mercy by Billie Livingston](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/03/14/review-the-crooked-heart-of-mercy-by-billie-livingston/) - There has been quite a bit of discussion in the book world lately regarding the ability to enjoy a book if you cannot or refuse to connect with the main characters. I can't think of a better example than this title. Maggie and Ben are still reeling from the death of their toddler son, a death
- [Review: The Invisible Guardian by Dolores Redondo](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/03/11/review-the-invisible-guardian-by-dolores-redondo/) - I'm thrilled to see that this is the first in a new series Homicide Inspector Amaia Salazar. This novel has many of the components I look for in a good read: dynamic, flawed characters, well-developed storylines and, a bonus, a town submersed in myth and legend. Additionally, the setting is one I haven't experienced yet before and
- [On Celebrating 8 (!!) Years of Blogging](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/03/09/on-celebrating-8-years-of-blogging/) - Wow, eight years! I nearly forgot to celebrate my own blogiversary again. Perhaps it's like birthdays; the older you get, the less you celebrate. I was going to let this one go by without celebrating, but then I was like "Hot damn, eight years is a lot of work! I'm going to celebrate!"
- [Review: Fall of Poppies: Stories of Love and the Great War](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/03/08/review-fall-of-poppies-stories-of-love-and-the-great-war/) - What can I say, I'm a sucker when it comes to classic, genuine love stories. There's something romantic and heartwarming when it comes to loved ones reunited after such a tumultuous time in our world's history. Many said goodbye, never knowing if their husband, brother, or friend would return. Far beyond the days of emails,
- [Audiobook Review: Trust No One: X-Files, Book 1](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/03/07/audiobook-review-trust-no-one-x-files-book-1/) - X-Files fans of all ages shouted with glee when we learned the show was making a television comeback. Though the series did satiate my hunger, I knew the episodes were limited so I needed another quick fix. When I heard about this anthology, organized by horror great Jonathan Maberry, I knew I had to listen.
- [Review: Free Men by Katy Simpson Smith](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/03/02/review-free-men-by-katy-simpson-smith/) - Told from the points of view of each character, the author has created an incredibly unique voice for each of them. Their history and the pain they endured is quite evident in their voices. Though the level of anguish and hatred varies between the characters, they all share a pain that is buried deep within
- [A Month in Review: February, 2016](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/03/01/a-month-in-review-february-2016/) - February was a crazy busy month for me. It rounded out my crazy busy work season (and a 7.1 earth quake!), I finally have some quality time at home to read and spend with my family. Thanks to all of my travel, I did get quite a bit of reading done! That's not to say
- [Review: A Disguise to Die For: A Costume Shop Mystery by Diane Vallere](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/02/29/review-a-disguise-to-die-for-a-costume-shop-mystery-by-diane-vallere/) - I just love discovering new cozy series! This is certainly a fun one! Margo's father always wanted her to have a better life than he, he wanted her to get away from the costume shop business and start a life of her own. While she tried to do as her father asked, the costume shop
- [Review: Ginny Gall by Charlie Smith](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/02/25/review-ginny-gall-by-charlie-smith/) - Reading the premise, you can surmise that this novel has a dark and foreboding tone. Rising above all this, however, is one individual's determination and refusal to relinquish to a fate that is pre-determined based on his skin color and of life-altering situations beyond his control. Chilling, however, are the similarities between Delvin's life in
- [Review: The Passenger by Lisa Lutz](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/02/23/review-the-passenger-by-lisa-lutz/) - 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 willing victim to Lutz's tremendous talent. She clearly did her research on this one, truly
- [DNF: The Good Liar by Nicholas Searle](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/02/22/dnf-the-good-liar-by-nicholas-searle/) - I have strong opinions about reading books that don't capture my attention. Yet, I agreed to read this particular title for a book tour, so I felt it necessary to give it a second try. Initially, I stopped reading around page 65. Picking it up a second time, I read another 60 pages. Unfortunately, my
- [Spring Book Preview: March 2016, Part III](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/02/21/spring-book-preview-march-2016-part-iii/) - My apologies, my work travel schedule means I completely lost track of time and forgot to post the third part of this list! In case you missed it, a few days ago I shared Part I and Part II of my most-anticipated books of March. Finally, these are the titles publishing the last part of
- [Spring Book Preview: March 2016, Part II](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/02/19/spring-book-preview-march-2016-part-ii/) - Yesterday, I shared the first part of my most anticipated books of March. With at least one more post to follow, it's probably best that you plan your budget now! The Crooked Heart of Mercy by Billie Livingston (March 8): Ben wakes up in a hospital with a hole in his head he can’t explain. What he
- [Spring Book Preview: March 2016, Part I](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/02/18/spring-book-preview-march-2016-part-i/) - It's sunny out today, so it's slightly easier to think forward to Spring! Spring means new life, beautiful colors in nature. It also means a bunch of new book releases! I've broken my most anticipated books of March down into a few posts. There are quite a few titles coming out the first week of
- [Review: Girl Through Glass by Sari Wilson](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/02/17/review-girl-through-glass-by-sari-wilson/) - When I accepted this title for review, I didn't know what to expect. I thought it was a ballet book, certainly something outside of my realm of familiarity. Yet so many trusted readers were singing its praises so I opted to accept the challenge. Yes, it is a book about a young girl immersed in
- [Review: Flight of Dreams by Ariel Lawhon](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/02/16/review-flight-of-dreams-by-ariel-lawhon/) - Lawhon excels at uncovering an event from the past and putting her own spin or explanation to it. She's thoroughly succeeded once again. Though the build-up was a bit slow at times, the intensity quickly picks up as each of the characters is laid out and developed. Each chapter is devoted to a different character's
- [Review: The Ex by Alafair Burke](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/02/11/review-the-ex-by-alafair-burke/) - 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 and start all over again, desperate to uncover the signs I had missed. As a former
- [Review: Salt to the Sea by Ruta Sepetys](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/02/10/review-salt-to-the-sea-by-ruta-sepetys/) - This book has been the source of quite a few arguments in my house! Once I obtained the ARC, I squirreled it away to read when the timing was right. And then my teen son discovered I had it in my possession. A teen son obsessed with all things WWII. A teen son who impatiently
- [2016 Big Game's On Read-a-thon: Post-Game](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/02/09/2016-big-games-on-read-a-thon-post-game/) - I sincerely hope everyone who participated (officially or unofficially) in the #superbowlreadathon enjoyed themselves! It's time to report back on our success! In the comments below, or in a blog or Instagram post, share your successes. Don't forget to mention if the predictions you made earlier in the game came true! Discuss your favorite parts
- [Review: The Ramblers by Aidan Donnelley Rowley](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/02/08/review-the-ramblers-by-aidan-donnelley-rowley/) - This is one of those novels that quickly engages the reader, full of dynamic and rich characters that evoke feelings of sympathy and remorse, but also hope and promise. Clio, Smith, and Tate all come from vastly different backgrounds, yet they are drawn together by time and place. When I read the premise, I did
- [2016 Big Game's On Read-a-thon: Half-Time](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/02/07/2016-big-games-on-read-a-thon-half-time/) - Half-time has come & gone and so it is time to reminisce on what you've read so far today. No need to write a complete post about it, just share your comments below! How has your reading gone so far? Are you catching any of the commercials? Any favorites? There have definitely been a few odd
- [2016 Big Game's On Read-a-thon: Mini-Challenge](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/02/07/2016-big-games-on-read-a-thon-mini-challenge/) - It's time to predict some winners of this read-a-thon! For this challenge, take a look at the books you plan on reading today. Which do you predict will come out as the winner and why? Do a post to answer this question. No blog? Feel free to list your guesses in the comments below. It
- [2016 Big Game's On Read-a-thon: The Kick-off!](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/02/07/2016-big-games-on-read-a-thon-the-kick-off/) - It’s finally here, the kick-off for The Big Game’s On Read-a-thon! Although the official Superbowl kick-off isn’t for several hours yet, I wanted to give everyone the opportunity to start reading if they choose! There’s still time to sign-up if you haven’t already! Please enter the link to your kick-off post below. Discuss the books
- [2016 The Big Game's On Read-a-thon: Pre-game](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/02/06/2016-the-big-games-on-read-a-thon-pre-game/) - Before the big game begins tomorrow, I wanted to go over a few “rules”, which aren’t really rules per se but to go along with the whole football game theme I’ve got to stick to the terminology! The read-a-thon officially runs all day tomorrow, February 7th. Sign up here! You do not have to spend
- [Audiobook Review: A Step Toward Falling by Cammie McGovern](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/02/05/audiobook-review-a-step-toward-falling-by-cammie-mcgovern/) - What a rewarding listen! Told from the perspectives of Emily and Belinda, listeners get a well-rounded experience of how both sides of this situation have fared. Most importantly, however, is how both girls, despite their differences, have far more similarities than they could have imagined. As time goes on, we see that they grow and
- [Review: The Evening Spider by Emily Arsenault](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/02/04/review-the-evening-spider-by-emily-arsenault/) - 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 Frances. Frances was always interested in the unique and macabre and I believe that
- [Review: Missing Pieces by Heather Gudenkauf](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/02/03/review-missing-pieces-by-heather-gudenkauf/) - 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 the very core of the characters, portraying and revealing to readers in a wholly realistic
- [Review: The Big Rewind by Libby Cudmore](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/02/02/review-the-big-rewind-by-libby-cudmore/) - Never before have I read a book so difficult to categorize. Is it a love story? Quirky whodunit? Likely all of the above! Growing up in the 80s, I'm quite familiar with mix tapes. So many hours spent cultivating the perfect tape. It wasn't as easy as adding a song to a playlist; this sort
- [Month in Review: January 2016](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/01/31/month-in-review-january-2016/) - Egads, what a month it's been. This is my busy travel season for work. I had two back-to-back trips to Chicago and Anchorage. Yep, two typically cold locations, but both were warmer than home! A record-breaking snowstorm postponed my return trip from Anchorage, allowing me to experience a 7.1 earthquake. Yeah. I missed the snowstorm
- [Review: The Golden Son by Shilpi Somaya Gowda](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/01/29/review-the-golden-son-by-shilpi-somaya-gowda/) - I know it sounds cliche, but I genuinely read this book in one sitting. A daunting task, given my attention span and the length of this novel, but I quickly became obsessed with the lives of Anil and Leena. They embarked on wholly unique journeys but experienced the same outcomes: a struggle to maintain their
- [The Big Game's On Read-a-Thon: 2016 Edition](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/01/27/the-big-games-on-read-a-thon-2016-edition/) - It's been a few years, but I thought it high-time to reincarnate the great Big Game's On Read-a-thon! Following is the original announcement from 2011: It’s not rare for me to come up with excuses reasons to spend obscene amounts of time reading. With Superbowl Sunday just around the corner, I thought it would be
- [Review: The Guest Room by Chris Bohjalian](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/01/20/review-the-guest-room-by-chris-bohjalian/) - 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 reviews or opinions of said book. When I started reading, I had no inclination or
- [Winter Book Preview: February 2016, Part II](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/01/19/winter-book-preview-february-2016-part-ii/) - Yesterday, I shared the first group of February releases I'm looking forward to. Yes, there's more! Following are the titles, publisher's summaries, and a short explanation about why I'm interested in that title! Girl in the Dark by Marion Pauw (Feb. 16): A single mother and lawyer, Iris has a colorful caseload, a young
- [Winter Book Preview: February, 2016](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/01/18/winter-book-preview-february-2016/) - It's been a busy few weeks for me. It's my busy work travel weekend. When I get home from work, I'm too tired to read, but all the flights I'll be taking in the next several weeks means more reading time! February seems to be a quiet publishing month. Several books are rereleasing in paperback,
- [Review: The Past by Tessa Hadley](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/01/14/review-the-past-by-tessa-hadley/) - It was slightly challenging to get into this read. First, there is a huge cast of characters. Four siblings, plus their families? So many names and relationships to keep track of. And then there is the formatting of novel: no quotations when characters are speaking, so that the conversation flows right into the body of
- [Review: Beside Myself by Ann Morgan](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/01/12/review-beside-myself-by-ann-morgan/) - What a dark and twisty read! Alternating between two time periods (Helen at age 6 and Helen as an adult), readers get a chillingly accurate glimpse of mental illness. It is quite terrifying to watch Helen embark upon a downward spiral. Once a bright and happy child, she quickly transforms into the identity that is
- [Review: After the Crash by Michel Bussi](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/01/11/review-after-the-crash-by-michel-bussi/) - Told in alternating narratives, this book is completely unlike what I expected! Though we experience the story from three different viewpoints, it's difficult to discern which, if any, we should trust. This was a brilliantly executed "who dunit" meets "who is it," leaving me questioning everything I'd read. Chock full of twists and turns, this
- [Book Club Discussion: Favorites of 2015](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/01/06/book-club-discussion-favorites-of-2015/) - The fiction book club I lead at One More Page Books kicks off the new year by talking about our favorite reads of the previous year. We call it a book club potluck: instead of food we bring book recommendations! This aren’t necessarily book club picks, but books we’ve read outside of book club that
- [Review: Only Love Can Break Your Heart by Ed Tarkington](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/01/04/review-only-love-can-break-your-heart-by-ed-tarkington/) - This debut novel is the perfect combination of mystery meets Southern Gothic. Tarkington's writing is breathtakingly beautiful; I found myself reading passages aloud over and over again. This writing style instantly captivates readers, commanding attention. There is a lot going on in this novel, yet Tarkington is able to organizes it so that it's not
- [Month in Review: December 2015](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/01/03/month-in-review-december-2015/) - I don't think I need to state how hectic a month December was! I celebrated Cozy Mystery Week, took a much-needed reading/blogging break, then closed out the year with my "Best of" lists. Certainly not as post-heavy as years past, but you know what? It worked for me! Here's what my blogging month looked like:
- [Best of 2015: Suspense/Thriller](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2016/01/01/best-of-2015-suspensethriller/) - Given that Suspense/Thriller is my kryptonite, I always find this list to be the most interesting. It's also impossible for me to narrow it down to just a handful. So, without further ado, my favorite suspense/thrillers of 2015. The Girl on the Train by Paula Hawkins: I know, I know. People have strong feelings about
- [Best of 2015: Books That Gave Me All the Feels](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/12/30/best-of-2015-books-that-gave-me-all-the-feels/) - There are some books that are so brilliant, so moving, so intense that they soften my cold, dead heart or evoke such strong emotions in me that I essentially demand everyone I know to purchase said book. Following is a breakdown of those books for 2015: Hausfrau by Jill Alexander Essbaum: I knew going
- [Best of 2015: Fiction](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/12/31/best-of-2015-fiction/) - As my "Best of" lists are coming to an end (just two more!), it's been a treat to revisit my favorite reads of the year. I have fond memories of each and every one of them and look forward to discovering new titles in 2016! Ok, enough with the sappy stuff. Following are my
- [Best of 2015: Audiobooks](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/12/29/best-of-2015-audiobooks/) - I listen to quite a few audiobooks each year. My commute into work is about 30 minutes each way, and I refuse to listen to the radio (all they talk about is traffic), so I tune in to an audiobook. That said, I don't post about them nearly as often as I should! Regardless, I
- [Best of 2015: Historical Fiction](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/12/28/best-of-2015-historical-fiction/) - It's that time of year again! Time to kick off my "Best of" posts. I typically wait until the very end of the year. Who knows when a last minute book will sneak in, knocking my socks off! I've opted to start off with historical fiction. I used to read it so much more
- [Winter Book Preview: January 2016, Part III](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/12/18/winter-book-preview-january-2016-part-iii/) - For the last few days, I've been sharing my most anticipated books of January! Today, I'll conclude with the last of the lists. Included is the publisher's summary & a short explanation about why I'm looking forward to that particular title. The Man Without A Shadow by Joyce Carol Oates (Jan. 19) In 1965, neuroscientist
- [Winter Book Preview: January 2016 Part II](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/12/17/winter-book-preview-january-2016-part-ii/) - Yesterday, I shared the first part of my most anticipated books of January post. Today's post is dedicated to all books published the second week of January. As you can see, there are quite a few! Once again, I've included the publisher's summary and a brief explanation about why I am excited about a particular
- [Winter Book Preview: January 2016, Part I](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/12/16/winter-book-preview-january-2016-part-i/) - Many apologies for not doing these previews the last few months. No excuses, just a promise to make a conscious effort to keep doing them! I've included the publisher's summary, along with a brief explanation as to why I'm looking forward to that particular book. Without further delay... A Hard and Heavy Thing by
- [Audiobook Review: Career of Evil (Cormoran Strike Novels) by Robert Galbraith](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/12/14/audiobook-review-career-of-evil-cormoran-strike-novels-by-robert-galbraith/) - This is, by far, one of the most addictive series I've listened to in some time. In this truly well-crafted thriller series, Galbraith (aka J.K. Rowling) has crafted two incredibly endearing characters in Cormoran and Robin. Though they couldn't be any more different, this duo makes a great investigative pairing. I was thrilled to see Robin branching
- [Review: The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus by L. Frank Baum](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/12/09/review-the-life-and-adventures-of-santa-claus-by-l-frank-baum/) - Like many, I adore surrounding myself in everything Christmas this time of year. When granted the opportunity to review this title, I knew I couldn't resist. Before moving on to the content, let's just discuss the beauty of this book, before you even begin to read. Beautiful endpapers, foil-embossed cover, its a treat just to
- [Review: A Dictionary of Mutual Understanding by Jackie Copleton](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/12/07/review-a-dictionary-of-mutual-understanding-by-jackie-copleton/) - This novel is far more than the description could ever relay, with so many layers history and secrets meant to be forgotten. Amaterasu and her husband lost so much to pikadon (what the locals referred to the bombing of Nagasaki). That's not the beginning of the long story of pain and loss, however. immediately preceding the
- [Review: Plantation Shudders: A Cajun Country Mystery by Ellen Bryon](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/12/06/review-plantation-shudders-a-cajun-country-mystery-by-ellen-bryon/) - I love me a Louisiana setting. Rich in history and delicious food, there's something about Cajun country I can't resist. This cozy, set in the mist of a rich history and some pretty cagey characters, was incredibly captivating and kept my interest piqued. Though I don't quite yet have a connection with the main character,
- [Review: To Brew or Not to Brew: A Brewing Trouble Mystery by Joyce Tremel](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/12/03/review-to-brew-or-not-to-brew-a-brewing-trouble-mystery-by-joyce-tremel/) - I'm not going to lie, there isn't a single thing about this new cozy mystery series that I don't adore. 1. It's set in Pittsburgh. My father's hometown, a city full of fond memories for me. 2. The food. Oh, the food. Even reading on a full stomach, my mouth would water with all the
- [Review: Books Can Be Deceiving (A Library Lover's Mystery) by Jenn McKinlay](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/12/02/review-books-can-be-deceiving-a-library-lovers-mystery-by-jenn-mckinlay/) - A cozy mystery series set in a small New England town, with a librarian in the lead? I'm sold from the beginning! Adding to this is the mystery and intrigue behind an elusive and secretive children's picture book author. McKinlay kept the mystery flowing throughout the entirety of the book, leaving me questioning the culprit up
- [Review: Suede to Rest (A Material Witness Mystery) by Diane Vallere](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/12/01/review-suede-to-rest-a-material-witness-mystery-by-diane-vallere/) - This series was recommended to me recently. What a fun and cute read! I admit; the kittens on the cover won me over, especially since one of them resembles our kitten, Dickens. When I learned their names, Pins and Needles...well that won me over completely. Poly is a no-nonsense kind of woman. She wasn't looking
- [2015 Cozy Mystery Week](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/11/30/2015-cozy-mystery-week/) - The fall/winter months are times of year best spent curled up with a blanket and a nice book. Even better, a cozy mystery! Cozies are certainly one of my favorite types of books that, unfortunately, I don’t have the opportunity to read as much a I’d like. So, what better reason to read about them
- [2015 Thankfully Reading Weekend: Wrap-up Post](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/11/29/2015-thankfully-reading-weekend-wrap-up-post/) - Yet another Thankfully Reading Weekend comes to a close! While I didn't get nearly as much reading accomplished as I planned, I was productive in other ways! As many of you know, I'm slightly obsessed with organization. Since opening my Etsy store, the organization has been a little lacking. So, I did this: It's still
- [2015 Thankfully Reading Weekend: Day Three](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/11/28/2015-thankfully-reading-weekend-day-three/) - It's day three of Thankfully Reading Weekend! How did everyone do yesterday? I read a bit but spend most of my day fulfilling Etsy orders and crafting. Not reading, but pretty darned relaxing! Today's challenge on planning your read is hosted by Jennifer from Literate Housewife! Yesterday's challenge is still up and live; you have through Sunday
- [Thankfully Reading Weekend Day Two: What Book Are You Most Thankful For?](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/11/27/thankfully-reading-weekend-day-two-what-book-are-you-most-thankful-for/) - It's day two of Thankfully Reading Weekend! How did everyone do yesterday? Full stomachs, plenty of reading time...sounds like bliss to me! I don't know about you, but I'm looking forward to a day of reading at home, avoiding the retail madness! For today's challenge, I invite you to write about the book you are
- [2015 Thankfully Reading Weekend: Day One!](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/11/26/2015-thankfully-reading-weekend-day-one/) - It's here! The first official day of Thankfully Reading Weekend! Haven't signed up yet? Don't worry, there is still time! Each day we'll post a challenge, you have through Monday. Remember, this is a laid back, no rules readathon! Today I'm excited to announce the host of today's challenge: Playster: the world's first all-inclusive online
- [2015 Thankfully Reading Weekend: The Kick-Off!](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/11/25/2015-thankfully-reading-weekend-the-kick-off/) - It's time!! This is the official kick off post for Thankfully Reading! Instead of braving the crowds and shopping this weekend, we're spending our time curled up with a book! While the official start of Thankfully Reading weekend isn't until tomorrow, I know there are some overachievers early-starters out there that may want to go ahead
- [Review: The Edge of Lost by Kristina McMorris](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/11/19/review-the-edge-of-lost-by-kristina-mcmorris/) - I'm a long-time fan of McMorris' work. A skilled author of historical fiction, she crafts world and characters so detailed and realistic that readers are drawn into the setting, both in time and place. When I learned she was writing a novel featuring Alcatraz, I all but passed out in excitement. In The Edge of Lost,
- [TSS: Thankfully Reading Weekend 2015](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/11/01/tss-thankfully-reading-weekend-2015/) - November is here! Wow, it's unbelievable how quickly time passes. Thanksgiving is just right around the corner. With that comes the dreaded Black Friday (well, now lately, it's Black Thursday, too!). I’m pleased to announce that I will once again be hosting Thankfully Reading Weekend, November 26-29! Want to avoid the crowds & shopping on
- [Review: Strange Girl by Christopher Pike](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/11/16/review-strange-girl-by-christopher-pike/) - When I saw Christopher Pike was releasing a novel, I squealed with joy. I have fond memories of reading his books as a teen. The premise of this title intrigued me, not quite sure where it would take me. Putting all my faith in the author, I dove in. And I read. And read. While my
- [Review: Along the Infinite Sea by Beatriz Williams](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/11/12/review-along-the-infinite-sea-by-beatriz-williams/) - Spanning two time periods (1960's America and 1930's Europe), Along the Infinite Sea is a genuinely captivating novel that immediately captivates the reader, rendering a reading experience that is both heartwarming and inspiring. Williams has never shied away from sensitive subjects, known for crafting incredibly well-drawn and intensely developed main character. The same rings true for this
- [Fall Book Preview: November 2015, Part II](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/11/05/fall-book-preview-november-2015-part-ii/) - Yesterday, I shared the November titles that released this week. Let's talk books for the rest of the month. Once again, I've included the publisher's summary and a brief explanation as to why I'm interested in reading that particular book. The Promise: An Elvis Cole and Joe Pike Novel by Robert Crais (Nov. 10) Elvis
- [Fall Book Preview: November 2015, Part I](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/11/04/fall-book-preview-november-2015-part-i/) - I realized the other day that these fall preview books help make me aware of upcoming titles and really missed not doing one last month! The fact that November has already started is a bonus; less time to wait for these titles to release! So, listed below are November releases I'm excited about. It's a
- [2015 Murder, Monsters & Mayhem Wrap-Up](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/10/31/2015-murder-monsters-mayhem-wrap-up/) - I'm sad to see another round of Murder, Monster & Mayhem come to an end. Here's a wrap-up of what took place this month: Guest Review: Guys Read: Terrifying Tales The Dead Girls of Hysteria Hall by Katie Alender Brother by Ania Ahlborn Maplecroft by Cherie Priest Carry On by Rainbow Rowell Asylum #3: Catacomb
- [Guest Review: Guys Read: Terrifying Tales](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/10/29/guest-review-guys-read-terrifying-tales/) - Today I'm thrilled to welcome my ten-year-old son, Justin, as a guest reviewer. Justin is my big reader; he devours as many books as he can get his hands on! I wonder where he gets that from? So...take it away, Justin! Thanks, Mom! So, today I am going to talk to you all about a
- [Review: The Dead Girls of Hysteria Hall by Katie Alender](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/10/28/review-the-dead-girls-of-hysteria-hall-by-katie-alender/) - I'm all about horror novels set in asylums. I mean, ghosts are pretty spooky as is, but ghosts of the insane? Terrifying. Though this title wasn't as terrifying as I would have hoped (I really wouldn't classify it as a horror, but a thriller or suspense with ghosts!), I did appreciate the feminist undertones. It's
- [Review: Brother by Ania Ahlborn](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/10/26/review-brother-by-ania-ahlborn/) - I don't exaggerate when I state Ania Ahlborn is the queen of horror. Truly. I've been reading her work for some time now; I consider her to be an "auto-buy" author because everything she produces is pure brilliance. Brilliance on a dark and grim level, but that doesn't deter from just how profound it is.
- [Murder, Monsters & Mayhem Discussion Post: Halloween Traditions](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/10/25/murder-monsters-mayhem-discussion-post-halloween-traditions/) - I may have mentioned somewhere that Halloween is one of my favorite holidays. It's the dressing up, the decorations, the spooky movies. Ok, and the candy too. Growing up, we had Halloween traditions I continued with my own family. This includes the obvious, of course: the carving of pumpkins, etc. Our traditional dinner? Tomato soup
- [Review: Maplecroft by Cherie Priest](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/10/23/review-maplecroft-by-cherie-priest/) - I've had an unnatural obsession with Lizzie Borden most of my life. Perhaps it incited and inspired my interest in the monsters that walk among us. So, when I learned of this title I knew I had to have it. A year after it's original publication, I decided to read it again (especially since a second
- [Review: Carry On by Rainbow Rowell](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/10/21/review-carry-on-by-rainbow-rowell/) - Why yes, this does sound a lot like Harry Potter meets Twilight, doesn't it? Admittedly, when I read the premise I thought the same myself. As I started to read, I was wary of the similarities but my faith in Rowell as a write won me over and I continued. Rather than recreating the story
- [Review: Asylum #3: Catacomb by Madeleine Roux](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/10/20/review-asylum-3-catacomb-by-madeleine-roux/) - Let me start off by saying I adore everything about this trilogy of books (starting with Asylum and Sanctum). It has become tradition for me to read them during the October read-a-thon and feature them as part of Murder, Monsters & Mayhem. When this conclusion to the trilogy was released, I could not wait to start it.
- [Review: Mary: Unleashed by Hillary Monahan](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/10/19/review-mary-unleashed-by-hillary-monahan/) - This is the second book in the Bloody Mary series by Hillary Monahan. The first, Mary: The Summoning was a terrifying book that took me back to my youth, where groups of friends attempted to call upon Bloody Mary. In that book, we learned a little about Mary's backstory but, in this most recent novel, we learn a great
- [Dewey's 24-Hour Read-a-thon (October 2015): Update Post](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/10/17/deweys-24-hour-read-a-thon-october-2015-update-post/) - It's here! It's here! Dewey's 24-hour read-a-thon. Ok, I lied. Technically, it's Friday night and I'm writing this post so I can get off to a good start on Saturday morning. This post shall serve as my read-a-thon update post. I don't do posts for each and every update. Instead, my "live updates" are
- [Dewey's 24-Hour Read-a-thon: October 2015](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/10/16/deweys-24-hour-read-a-thon-october-2015/) - Tomorrow I will be taking part in Dewey's 24 Hour read-a-thon, a wonderful community event that, this year, will bring together over 1,000 readers! Like the title suggests, participants have the option of reading for 24 hours. I won't be reading for that long (you don't want to see me if I haven't received
- [Comic Book Review: Survivors' Club # 1 (Vertigo Comics)](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/10/13/comic-book-review-survivors-club-1-vertigo-comics/) - I have been counting down the days until I could hold this comic in my hands. Originally hinted at several months ago, when I heard the great Lauren Beukes (Broken Monsters) was collaborating on a new comic series, I was sold. All I knew at the time was this teaser: "What if 80's horror movies
- [Review: The Vampire Combat Field Guide: A Coloring and Activity Book For Fighting the Bloodthirsty Undead by Roger Ma](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/10/12/review-the-vampire-combat-field-guide-a-coloring-and-activity-book-for-fighting-the-bloodthirsty-undead-by-roger-ma/) - I'll admit it; I jumped on the adult coloring book bandwagon. I've always been a fan of coloring; I've found it to be quite relaxing and fulfilling. So, when I was contacted to review this particular coloring book (hello, vampires!) how could I resist!? It is assembled into a true field guide format, The Vampire
- [Murder, Monsters & Mayhem Discussion Post: Favorite Villains](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/10/10/murder-monsters-mayhem-discussion-post-favorite-villains/) - Villians are an integral part of any murder mystery or horror movie. Yet they often get the least amount of respect. It's time to show our love to those evil, murderous individuals that cause chills to go down our spine, forcing us to lock all the doors and turn off the lights. So, share
- [Review: Nightfall by Jake Halpern and Peter Kujawinski](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/10/09/review-nightfall-by-jake-halpern-and-peter-kujawinski/) - The moment I received this book I knew I would adore it. Let's start with the marketing: Before I even started to read the book, I had the chills. And then I actually began reading it. The tone of the overall book isn't chilling to start with, instead building slowly to a truly monumental climax.
- [Review: Everything She Forgot by Lisa Ballantyne](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/10/08/review-everything-she-forgot-by-lisa-ballantyne/) - Novels with family secrets are my kryptonite; I'm drawn to them instantly. This one is no different. Set in two time periods, this thriller involves quite a host of interesting characters. In the current time period, readers are introduced to Margaret, a school teacher caught in a terrible accident. The man who saved her
- [Audio Production: Locke & Key by Joe Hill (illustrated by Gabriel Rodriguez)](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/10/07/audio-production-locke-key-by-joe-hill-illustrated-by-gabriel-rodriguez/) - As part of last year's Murder, Monsters & Mayhem, I reviewed the first volume in Joe Hill's Locke & Key series. It is, by far, one of my favorite series, one of the many reasons I got back into reading comics and graphic novels. I've been a fan of Hill's for some time, before his parentage
- [Audio book Review: The Dead House by Dawn Kurtagich](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/10/06/audio-book-review-the-dead-house-by-dawn-kurtagich/) - Just writing the synopsis for this review gives me the chills! I listened to the audio production of this novel and, I've got to say, it's the best I've listed to this year. It is absolutely terrifying. The tone of the narrators, the sound effects used, truly added to the overall experience. It takes a
- [Review: Pop Goes the Weasel: A Detective Helen Grace Thriller by M. J. Arlidge](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/10/05/review-pop-goes-the-weasel-a-detective-helen-grace-thriller-by-m-j-arlidge/) - This is the second book in a brilliant series by author M.J. Arlidge. I read the first, Eeny Meeny, over the summer and was instantly transfixed and, to be completely honest, terrified by this writer's work. Arlidge is an exceptional story-teller, he doesn't hold back the brutality of the scenes in which he is describing. They
- [Month in Review: September 2015](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/10/04/month-in-review-september-2015/) - Yep, Fall is here. We've been inundated with cold, rainy weather this week. Last weekend, I was dealing with my annual fall cold. All that aside, I'm looking forward to sweaters, boots, and curling up with great books! Following is a brief wrap up of September, as well as a hint toward the future! Books
- [Murder, Monsters & Mayhem Discussion Post: Most Terrifying Movie Scene](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/10/03/discussion-post-most-terrifying-movie-scene/) - I'm an aficionado of horror movies. I love them. I can't get enough. From the big budget movies to the cheap, cheesy, low-budget films, I love them all. Each Halloween I spend time reliving my teen years by watching some of my old favorites while also trying out some new. Yet there are those that
- [Review: Wonderland by Jennifer Hillier](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/10/02/review-wonderland-by-jennifer-hillier/) - I know I'm not alone when I say that there's something about an amusement park, after hours, that terrifies me. A setting that was once filled with lights and sounds and squeals of laughter and excitement is now replaced with one that is cold, dark, and terrifying. Let's not get started on the clowns. Jennifer
- [Review: Scream: Chilling Adventures in the Science of Fear by Margee Kerr](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/10/01/review-scream-chilling-adventures-in-the-science-of-fear-by-margee-kerr/) - I felt it quite appropriate to launch Murder, Monsters & Mayhem with a book that studies the science of fear. Obsessed with all things terrifying, I find fear to be an extremely intriguing subject. Following Dr. Kerr on her adventures to understand fear also made me feel safe, for there are certain things that I
- [2015 Murder, Monsters & Mayhem!](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/09/30/2015-murder-monsters-mayhem/) - It's here! It's here! October is finally here! Well, technically it begins tomorrow but since I plan on starting the festivities in full-force on Day One, I thought I'd go ahead and deal with all the logistics! Now, where was I? Anyone who has followed this blog for any significant period of time understand just
- [Review: After You by Jojo Moyes](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/09/29/review-after-you-by-jojo-moyes/) - You'll note that I'm irritatingly vague in my summary of this book. I do it with good reason, for even hinting at what is to transpire will take away from the reading experience. While I was thrilled when I heard there was to be a follow-up to Me Before You, I was also hesitant and,
- [Reading Through Comics, Alphabetically: RUNAWAYS by Noelle Stevenson (Art by Sanford Greene)](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/09/28/reading-through-comics-alphabetically-runaways-by-noelle-stevenson-art-by-sanford-greene/) - This recent rehashing of Runaways is probably the one that diverts most from the original (created by Brian K. Vaughan and Adrian Alphona) If you aren't familiar with the original, it's certainly not required to have any knowledge of it before launching into this most recent attempt. As a matter of fact, it's probably best that
- [Review: Zeroes by Scott Westerfeld, Margo Lanagan, Deborah Biancotti](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/09/22/review-zeroes-by-scott-westerfeld-margo-lanagan-deborah-biancotti/) - I was a bit concerned when I learned this book was written by not one or two, but three different authors. My concerns were unwarranted, for this dynamic trio of authors came together and created a truly exceptional first book in a new series. Their voices flowed together as one; it was impossible to detect
- [Reading Through Comics, Alphabetically: Prez by Mark Russell (art by Ben Caldwell)](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/09/21/reading-through-comics-alphabetically-prez-by-mark-russell-art-by-ben-caldwell/) - Yes, this all sounds quite far-fetched and unbelievable. Yet, in our current political climate, when a man lacking in...a filter and any sense of political correctness, is running for presidential office. A revamp of an older series originally published in the 1970s, Russell uses heavy satire to make a statement about our society's political system.
- [Review: Dumplin' by Julie Murphy](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/09/15/review-dumplin-by-julie-murphy/) - This is one of those books that should be handed out in middle school and high school. It is a book that every young person, female and male alike, should read. We all go through our battles with insecurity and self-identity. Yet Willowdean takes it on a way that is remarkable...she doesn't shy from it. She
- [Review: The Killing Kind by Chris Holm](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/09/09/review-the-killing-kind-by-chris-holm/) - What do you get when you put 2,000 balloons, two hit-men, and a mob target in one room? A scene that will have readers both laughing at the imagery and on the edge of their seats in anticipation of the end result. Chris Holm has once again outdone himself with The Killing Kind. The premise
- [Review: The Appearance of Annie Van Sinderen by Katherine Howe](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/09/08/review-the-appearance-of-annie-van-sinderen-by-katherine-howe/) - It doesn't take a genius to realize that Annie is a ghost. Wes is a little slow on the uptake, however, not fully comprehending what Annie is until she makes it glaringly obvious. In his defense, she wasn't your typically ghost. She had a physical body...just not one that everyone else could see. Annie, as
- [Vote for the 2015 Murder, Monster & Mayhem Logo!](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/09/01/vote-for-the-2015-murder-monster-mayhem-logo/) - EDITED: The results are in! Congratulations, Emily! You have designed the winning artwork for Murder, Monsters & Mayhem 2015! A few weeks ago, I launched a contest for the 2015 Murder, Monsters & Mayhem Button, fully intending to select the winner myself. Then I received several submissions; I couldn't decide on my own!
- [Reading Through Comics, Alphabetically: Nonplayer by Nate Simpson](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/09/07/reading-through-comics-alphabetically-nonplayer-by-nate-simpson/) - When I discovered Nonplayer a few months ago, little did I knew the comic I held in my hand was actually the third printing of an issue originally released four years ago. Originally released in 2011, Nonplayer was an instant hit. Yet the constraints of life and a family prevented the second issue from releasing until June of
- [Month in Review: August 2015](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/09/06/month-in-review-august-2015/) - School is back in session, we're getting used to our new (and dare I say it, less hectic) schedule. I'm just waiting on the cool, brisk weather of fall and I'm set! August was a pretty good month on the blog. Here's a quick recap: Auggie & Me: Three Wonder Stories by R. J. Palacio
- [Review: Andersonville by Edward M. Erdelac](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/09/04/review-andersonville-by-edward-m-erdelac/) - Whoa. That's all I could say after I flipped through the final pages. I can say, without a doubt, that this is like anything unlike I have ever read. Andersonville was an actual prison camp. It was know for its horrid conditions. Yet Erdelac takes this one step further, creating a military/historical thriller. In Erdelac's
- [Review at a Glance: Above the Waterfall by Ron Rash](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/09/03/review-at-a-glance-above-the-waterfall-by-ron-rash/) - Ron Rash is one of those authors whose work is known, yet not appreciated as it should be. He excels at exposing the dark and gritty parts of small town Appalachian life, yet infusing it with the genuine natural beauty surrounding it. It is genuinely magnificent, how Rash is able to create a story
- [Review: Everything, Everything by Nicola Yoon](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/09/02/review-everything-everything-by-nicola-yoon/) - I first learned about this title at Book Expo America (BEA) in May. EVERYONE was talking about it. I made a decision that I was going to avoid reading it until the buzz died down. And then it didn't. It just intensified. Stuck in a book slump after reading a particularly phenomenal book, I decided
- [R.eaders I.mbibing P.eril X!](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/08/30/r-eaders-i-mbibing-p-eril-x/) - R.eaders I.mbibing P.eril is here!! As we all know, fall is my favorite time of the year. Halloween (and all things spooky) is just around the corner! I love any excuse to satiate my hunger for thriller and horror! This year's RIP event will be hosted by Andi and Heather, of the Estella Society. I have
- [Reading Through Comics, Alphabetically: Mythic by Phil Hester, John McCrea](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/08/31/reading-through-comics-alphabetically-mythic-by-phil-hester-john-mccrea/) - Everything we know about science is a lie. Instead, it is magic that guides the world. A motley group of individuals including an Apache shaman, an immortal Greek oracle, and an Indian cellphone salesman, make up a team known as Mythic Lore Services, or Mythic for short. It is their responsibility to keep the balance
- [Review: Auggie & Me: Three Wonder Stories by R. J. Palacio](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/08/26/review-auggie-me-three-wonder-stories-by-r-j-palacio/) - I cannot begin to tell you how much my son (a pre-teen when we read it) adored the character of August Pullman. His story was so profound and continues to resonate within us, years after our initial read. Children are often victims of bullying for a variety of reasons, but Auggie's reaction, and the subsequent
- [Review: In a Dark, Dark Wood by Ruth Ware](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/08/25/review-in-a-dark-dark-wood-by-ruth-ware/) - I do love me a thriller with a dark, reclusive setting. As if the location is not remote enough, slowly and steadily the small group is removed from all forms of communication with the outside world. As a reader, that left me yelling at the characters (much like I do in a horror movie) to
- [Reading Through Comics, Alphabetically: Long Distance by Thom Zahler](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/08/24/reading-through-comics-alphabetically-long-distance-by-thom-zahler/) - It's quite apparent that this title isn't my typical comic to turn to. Yet, a survivor of a long distance relationships myself (yep, he put a ring on it), I was quickly drawn to the storyline and upbeat artwork. Zahler uses monotone colors to depict the setting, making it quite easy to flow from one
- [A Week in Review (August 23)](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/08/23/a-week-in-review-august-23/) - I've been quite lax in doing this weekly round-ups. If anything, they help me reflect on the last week of posts and help me prepare for the future! ICYMI, following are the posts from this week: Fall Book Preview: September 2015, Part III In Which ‘Violent Ends’ Evokes a Flurry of Emotions Fall Book Preview:
- [Fall Book Preview: September 2015, Part III](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/08/22/fall-book-preview-september-2015-part-iii/) - Finally! We're getting to the end of my recommended titles for September (see Parts I & II). Quite the bookish month! Following are the titles publishing the last weeks of September. The publisher's summary is in italics, my comments in bold. To preorder, click on the title link! Nightfall by Jake Halpern, Peter Kujawinski (Sept.
- [In Which 'Violent Ends' Evokes a Flurry of Emotions](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/08/21/in-which-violent-ends-evokes-a-flurry-of-emotions/) - Reports of school shootings occur in a chillingly too frequent basis. They talk of the victims, of the shooter. In many cases, the individual yielding the gun takes his own life before questions can be answered. Survivors are left wondering why. This isn't your typical story. These authors have crafted a unique perspective of a
- [Fall Book Preview: September 2015, Part II](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/08/20/fall-book-preview-september-2015-part-ii/) - A few days ago, I shared the titles I was excited about that release the first two weeks of September. Can your wallet handle any more!? Following are titles releasing the third week of September! The publisher's book summary is included in italics. My own personal comments in bold. Click on the title to preorder!
- [Review: The Uninvited by Cat Winters](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/08/12/review-the-uninvited-by-cat-winters/) - You may notice that my summary of this title varies a bit from the publisher's book copy. This is intentional, for I felt that the publisher's summary focused far more on Ivy's "gift" than it should of. Yes, at the core, this is a novel about death and loss and the spirits of the undead,
- [Review: Woman with a Secret by Sophie Hannah](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/08/19/review-woman-with-a-secret-by-sophie-hannah/) - I adore Sophie Hannah's writing. I've read nearly everything she's written. After reading Woman with a Secret, however, I'm left with torn feelings. I enjoyed it because of the the author, but would I have read it if penned by another name? Unlikely. It seems to be a recent fad in writing to include journal
- [Fall Book Preview: September 2015, Part I](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/08/18/fall-book-preview-september-2015-part-i/) - I know I'm not alone in my desire for school to start back up again. Though our schedules are insane once school is back in session, at least there is some semblance of normalcy and routine that comes along with it! September launches the big fall season in the publishing world! I have quite a
- [Reading Through Comics, Alphabetically: Jem and the Holograms by Kelly Thompson, Sophie Campbell](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/08/17/reading-through-comics-alphabetically-jem-and-the-holograms-by-kelly-thompson/) - If you were a young girl growing up in the 1980s, Jem and the Holograms were a cultural icon! Their iconic 80s style clothing, catchy tunes were, dare I say it, truly outrageous?! When I heard IDW was releasing a Jem comic series I couldn't resist. I didn't care if it was good or not,
- [Product Review: Storiarts Book Scarf](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/08/13/product-review-storiarts-book-scarf/) - Just the other day, I was commenting that I was looking forward to the cool days of fall: sweaters, boots, books and...scarves. So when Storiarts contacted me about a product review, it was meant to be. I've been a fan of Storiarts for some time now. I purchased a Jane Eyre scarf from them a
- [Reading Through Comics, Alphabetically: Injection by Warren Ellis](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/08/10/reading-through-comics-alphabetically-injection-by-warren-ellis/) - In this most recent edition of Reading Through Comics, Alphabetically, I've decided to feature the comic series known as Injection, written by Warren Ellis, illustrated by Declan Shalvey. The thing about this series? You don't know much. Of anything. About the plot, the characters, the history. Yet that's what has piqued my interest. The tone of storyline,
- [Review: The Night Sister by Jennifer McMahon](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/08/05/review-the-night-sister-by-jennifer-mcmahon/) - I'm not exaggerating when I say I've read everything McMahon has published. The moment I hear she's working on a novel I sit and wait, impatiently, for the moment it hits my hands. This novel is no exception. McMahon's talent is crafting dark and chilling stories in which a child, typically a young girl, is
- [Reading Through Comics, Alphabetically: Harrow County by Cullen Bunn, Tyler Crook](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/08/03/reading-through-comics-alphabetically-harrow-county-by-cullen-bunn-tyler-crook/) - Readers of this blog know it takes a lot to scare me. I read a lot of horror fiction, which carries over into comics and graphic novels. Recently, I discovered Harrow County, a new horror comic out from Dark Horse Comics. It terrified me, and I loved every minute of it. The setting: a small,
- [Month in Review: July 2015](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/07/31/month-in-review-july-2015/) - I must say, I'm actually counting down the days to when the boys go back to school and a somewhat regular schedule. This "different schedule every week" thing has me frazzled! Luckily, I had oodles of excellent books to fall back on. Here's a wrap-up of what happened this month on the blog: Reviews:
- [Review: Coming of Age at the End of Days by Alice LaPlante](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/07/30/review-coming-of-age-at-the-end-of-days-by-alice-laplante/) - A staunch fan of LaPlante's work, I was instantly intrigued by the premise of this most recent novel. In college, working toward a degree in Psychology and Criminal Justice, I found cults and sects incredibly intriguing. The ability of one group, led by one ardent individual, to so easily capture the will of individuals is
- [Reading through Comics, Alphabetically: Ghosted by Joshua Williamson](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/07/28/reading-through-comics-alphabetically-ghosted-by-joshua-williamson/) - Criminal mastermind Jackson T. Winters is in jail after his last heist proved unsuccessful...and deadly. During a violent jailbreak, he wakes up in the home of Markus Schrecken, an extremely wealthy man with the most unusual collection. Schrecken promises Winters a life of freedom on a remote island if he will bring him one
- [Review: The Wonder of All Things by Jason Mott](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/07/27/review-the-wonder-of-all-things-by-jason-mott/) - The Wonder of All Things is one of those novels that captures you from the first pages, unrelenting, even long after you've turned the final pages. I read and adored his previous novel The Returned and high hopes about this sophomore novel. Those expectations were met, and exceeded. As with the previous novel, it's far more than
- [Fall Book Preview: August, 2015](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/07/24/fall-book-preview-august-2015/) - Once again, I find myself nearly forgetting to do this book preview! Again, better late than never! August seems to be a quiet month for publishing, likely because they are putting all their energy into the big wave of Fall releases. That said, there are still quite a few books coming out in August I'm
- [Review: Tomorrow War: The Chronicles of Max [Redacted] by J. L. Bourne](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/07/22/review-tomorrow-war-the-chronicles-of-max-redacted-by-j-l-bourne/) - Let it be known that I'm typically not into military thrillers of any shape or form. Yet, something about this title compelled me to read it. It opens with Max's orientation as government operative and follows him, through journal entries, through the devastating culmination of events that followed. While there is a great deal of
- [Review: Ana of California by Andi Teran](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/07/21/review-ana-of-california-by-andi-teran/) - Marketed as a modern day retelling of Anne of Green Gables, Ana of California is a wholly rewarding, inspiring, and captivating read. Don't let it's comparison to a classic great dissuade you from reading it. This is a novel that can genuinely stand on its own! Ana has had a difficult life. Her parents, and beloved
- [Reading Through Comics, Alphabetically: Feathers by Jorge Corona](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/07/20/reading-through-comics-alphabetically-feathers-by-jorge-corona/) - Poe is a young recluse, unexplainably covered by black feathers. Unable to see in the light of day, he wears a set of yellow-goggles to protect his yes. He lives with the man who rescued him in the Maze, a slum-like area outside the walls of the great city. Other children in Maze, referred to
- [Audiobook Review: None of the Above by I. W. Gregorio](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/07/15/audiobook-review-none-of-the-above-by-i-w-gregorio/) - When this audio was recommended to me, I was anxious and also exhilarated. I'm thrilled that this subject matter is making an appearance in young adult fiction. My concern was with the technical/medical aspect. Would the author get it right, without weighing readers/listeners down with all the medical lingo? Before I even began to listen
- [Reading Through Comics, Alphabetically: Ei8ht by  Rafael Albuquerque, Mike Johnson](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/07/13/reading-through-comics-alphabetically-ei8ht-by-rafael-albuquerque-mike-johnson/) - Joshua is a chrononaut, sent back in time and space to destroy a man he's never met. His motivation: his dying wife, whose treatment is guaranteed if he accomplishes this task. He understands this could be a suicide mission, leaving him no hope of returning. Unfortunately, his journey leaves him with memory loss, no
- [Review: The Fraud by Brad Parks](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/07/10/review-the-fraud-by-brad-parks/) - My, my Brad Parks! Your sensitive side is showing in this most recent volume in the Carter Ross series. I have to say, I loved it. A fan of Carter Ross from the beginning, his wise cracks a characteristic of his fine reporting skills. Carter has always had a sensitive side to him, covering stories
- [Reading Through Comics, Alphabetically: Descender by Jeff Lemire, Dustin Nguyen](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/07/06/reading-through-comics-alphabetically-descender-by-jeff-lemire-dustin-nguyen/) - We're up to the letter "D" in my quest to read through my entire comic inventory. No surprise here, but the title I've picked comes from Image Comics: Descender by Jeff Lemire, Dustin Nguyen. A brief summary: When nine moon-sized robots appear, each in the sky of one of the core planets of the United Galactic Council, destruction
- [Review: Signal by Patrick Lee](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/07/03/review-signal-by-patrick-lee/) - This is most certainly not the follow-up to Runner that I was predicting. Lee has managed to add an element of, dare I say, science fiction, creating a techno-thriller that his completely unlike anything I have read. He certainly takes a risk in this effort, for fans will most certainly be looking for that "traditional" thriller
- [Giveaway: Compulsion by Martina Boone (Prize Pack!)](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/07/01/giveaway-compulsion-by-martina-boone-prize-pack/) - Last fall, I reviewed Compulsion, the first in the the Heirs of Watson Island trilogy. A title filled to the brim with Southern Gothic goodness! The next title in this trilogy, Persuasion, is scheduled to release October 27th. In an attempt to build up some buzz about the release, I am excited to take part in a
- [Month in Review: June 2015](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/06/30/month-in-review-june-2015/) - I can't believe how quickly this month passed! The end of school, the start of summer camps, it's all a big blur! Books Reviewed: The Wrong Man by Kate White* The President’s Shadow by Brad Meltzer Love May Fail by Matthew Quick Tiny Little Thing by Beatriz Williams Eeny Meeny by M J Arlidge*
- [Reading through Comics, Alphabetically: Chrononauts by Mark Millar & Sean Gordon Murphy](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/06/29/reading-through-comics-alphabetically-chrononauts-by-mark-millar-sean-gordon-murphy/) - In this edition of Reading through Comics, Alphabetically, I'm excited to share a series special I not only love for the content, but the variant covers as well: Chrononauts by Mark Millar & Sean Gordon Murphy (Image). First, a brief summary of the content: Corbin Quinn and Danny Reilly are two great friends who just also
- [Review: The Wrong Man by Kate White](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/06/26/review-the-wrong-man-by-kate-white/) - This is, without a doubt, one of those books that you pick up and read in one sitting. From the very beginning, White transfixes readers, captivating them with a demanding intensity from the start. Predictability is not a term you can use to describe this thriller, for plot twists come out of nowhere, throwing out
- [Summer Book Preview: July 2015, Part II](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/06/25/summer-book-preview-july-2015-part-ii/) - Yesterday, I shared the first half of my July preview. Although that's enough to satiate the typical reader, there's more! Following are the titles publishing the second week of July & beyond. Click on the book cover or title to preorder! Armada by Ernest Cline (July 14): It’s just another day of high school for
- [Summer Book Preview: July 2015, Part I](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/06/24/summer-book-preview-july-2015-part-i/) - Where did the month of June go!? I've completely lost track of time, evidence by my lack of a preview post(s) for July. Better late than never, I say! July is just around the corner. Most of everyone is enjoying the summer. Publishers are preparing for their big Fall releases. One would think this would give
- [Review: The President's Shadow by Brad Meltzer](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/06/23/review-the-presidents-shadow-by-brad-meltzer/) - I'm warning you up front, this isn't going to be your typical review. Fans of Meltzer's work know how brilliant an author he is; he's managed to generate a following that is captivated by his numerous thrillers, children's books, television series, and more. Rather than writing a review focusing heavily on the plot line, I
- [Reading Through Comics, Alphabetically: Broken World by Frank J. Barbiere](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/06/22/reading-through-comics-alphabetically-broken-world-by-frank-j-barbiere/) - As I was going through my comic collection to select a series to feature next, I was overwhelmed for the choices for this next edition. Rather than feature the typical favorites (like Bitch Planet), instead I opted to feature a brand new series I'm thrilled to have recently discovered. This series is so new that only one
- [Reading through Comics, Alphabetically: Alex + Ada by Jonathan Luna and Sarah Vaughn](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/06/15/reading-through-comics-alphabetically-alex-ada-by-jonathan-luna-and-sarah-vaughn/) - I spent a good part of my weekend organizing and cataloging my comic collection. This involved alphabetizing and sorting them into labeled magazine files. Overall, this was my process already, but it needed a little refining. By the end of the project, I went from this: To this: Neater, easier to see from
- [Review: Finding Audrey by Sophie Kinsella](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/06/08/review-finding-audrey-by-sophie-kinsella/) - It was challenging to relay the depth of the premise of the novel. At first glance, you might believe this to be one of those "young woman finds a man who saves her" sort of novels. It's not. While Linus' character is the vehicle for Audrey's change, Audrey herself is most definitely the driver. Stuck
- [Review: Love May Fail by Matthew Quick](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/06/19/review-love-may-fail-by-matthew-quick/) - What a motley slate of characters Quick creates! Both humorous and also heartbreaking, Quick uses these extremely flawed and damaged characters, all connected by one high school teacher, to provide a wholly rewarding and meaningful novel about love, loss, and second chances. Each character is genuine, believable, individuals readers will connect with and root for.
- [Review: Tiny Little Thing by Beatriz Williams](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/06/16/review-tiny-little-thing-by-beatriz-williams/) - Tiny Little Thing is the second book about the Schulyer sisters, the first being the hugely successful The Secret Life of Violet Grant which published last year. The moment I read the premise I was sold. Williams excels (almost frighteningly so) at capturing the time, setting, and life of the characters she crafts. In this most recent novel,
- [Review: Eeny Meeny by M J Arlidge](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/06/12/review-eeny-meeny-by-m-j-arlidge/) - The first in a new series, Eeny Meeny is genuinely the most terrifying, horrifying thriller I have read in some time. It was brilliant. Detective Inspector Helen Grace is an incredibly strong protagonist; she has risen through the ranks rather quickly, not without hard work and dedication. Situations in her childhood ripped from her the power to
- [Review: Day Four by Sarah Lotz](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/06/10/review-day-four-by-sarah-lotz/) - After reading (and adoring) The Three last year, I was thrilled when I learned of the upcoming publication of this title. Loosely tied to The Three (characters from the previous book are mentioned), I had high hopes for this one. Unfortunately, however, those high hopes were quickly diminished. While Lotz's talented storytelling continues in this novel, I
- [Review: A Head Full of Ghosts by Paul G. Tremblay](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/06/05/review-a-head-full-of-ghosts-by-paul-g-tremblay/) - I'm a connoisseur of horror novels and movies. Typically, I can read/watch anything and it doesn't faze me. However, the one book/movie that continues to terrify me is The Exorcist. Absolutely chilling. Therefore, when those very same feelings reemerged while reading A Head Full of Ghosts, I was equal-parts thrilled and terrified. Tremblay excels at creating tension
- [Review: Finders Keepers by Stephen King](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/06/03/review-finders-keepers-by-stephen-king/) - As with tradition, I devour every King novel the moment it hits the stands. Therefore, it shouldn't surprise you to see this review, just one day after publication. The moment it hit my iPad library, I took off reading. And what an adventure it was! I knew that a few of the characters from Mr. Mercedes
- [Month in Review: May 2015](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/05/31/month-in-review-may-2015/) - May was a BUSY busy month. My boys had their state testing at school (eye roll), I just returned from BEA in NYC (more to come on this later)! Needless to say, not much time to do much review reading for the blog. In case you missed it, here are the reviews that did
- [The Best of Jenn's Bookshelves: BEA 2015 Edition](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/05/25/the-best-of-jenns-bookshelves-bea-2015-edition/) - Tomorrow, I am heading to New York to attend Book Expo America, the largest publishing event in North America. There, I will have the opportunity to learn about upcoming books and, most importantly, network and reconnect with my favorite bookish people! In my absence, rather than inundate you with new posts, I thought I'd share
- [Graphic Novel Review: Nimona by Noelle Stevenson](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/05/22/graphic-novel-review-nimona-by-noelle-stevenson/) - Works cannot begin to relay just how much I adored this graphic novel. Where do I even begin? Nimona is a young, energetic, creative and spunky teenage girl. She'd like to think she's there to save Blackheart, but it's really her that needs saving. It's apparent she was dealt a horrible fate, unable to fully
- [Summer Book Preview: June 2015, Part II](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/05/19/summer-book-preview-june-2015-part-ii/) - Yesterday, I shared the first part of my most anticipated books of June. Quite the list! Today, I'm thrilled to share the second part. As always, I've provided the publisher's summary and a link to preorder (click on the title or cover). Without further ado... Love May Fail by Matthew Quick (June 16): Portia Kane
- [Summer Book Preview: June 2015, Part I](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/05/18/summer-book-preview-june-2015-part-i/) - Summer is right around the corner! With that comes (hopefully) more time to enjoy the nice weather by curling up with a book! Following is the first part of my most-anticipated books of June! Click on the title or cover to preorder! So.many.books! Finders Keepers by Stephen King (June 2): Wake up, genius.” So begins
- [Review: The Ice Twins by S. K. Tremayne](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/05/15/review-the-ice-twins-by-s-k-tremayne/) - Talk about an uber-creepy! There's something about twins, and particularly spooky identical twins that terrify me. Add the description of snowy blond hair and icy blue eyes, and I'm spooked. This says a lot, for my appreciation of the horror genre has led me down some dark and haunting paths. Additionally, it's the setting that
- [Review: How to Start a Fire by Lisa Lutz](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/05/13/review-how-to-start-a-fire-by-lisa-lutz/) - With alternating time periods and points of view, this novel had the potential of being absolutely disorganized and confusing. Yet Lutz's sheer talent in creating completely unique, slightly outrageous, characters who stood out as three incredibly and completely unique individuals. Though they aged, the very core of their being remained static, an essence of their
- [Review: Things You've Inherited From Your Mother by Hollie Adams](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/05/11/review-things-youve-inherited-from-your-mother-by-hollie-adams/) - When I read the synopsis of this title, I thought this would be an interesting title to read and review following Mother's Day. The title grabbed my attention and I hoped to experience a characters examination of her relationship with her mother as she attempted to grieve and recover from her death. So....that didn't happen.
- [On Finding Not One...Not Two...But A Multitude of Comic Book Stores](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/05/08/on-finding-not-one-not-two-but-a-multitude-of-comic-book-stores/) - A few months ago, I wrote about the things you should be wary of on your search for a family comic book store. In that time, my family and I have been scouring the multitude of comic shops in the Northern Virginia area in the hopes of finding one to call home. Imagine our surprise
- [Review: The Mapmaker's Children by Sarah McCoy](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/05/06/review-the-mapmakers-children-by-sarah-mccoy/) - I'm not going to hold back on my adoration of this book. Set less than an hour from my own home, it was easy for me to become absorbed in this novels rich setting. Joined with two incredibly well developed characters, I grew to respect and cherish Eden and Sarah's characters. Two women, separated by time,
- [Review: The House of Hawthorne by Erika Robuck](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/05/04/review-the-house-of-hawthorne-by-erika-robuck/) - Robuck has once again succeeded at crafting an addictive and mesmerizing tale about a woman, often forgotten, who stood by and supported one of our country's most renowned writers. She gives voice to these women, allowing the world to see them in the glory that is often shadowed by the prominence of their spouse. A
- [Graphic Novel Review: Exquisite Corpse by Pénélope Bagieu](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/05/01/graphic-novel-review-exquisite-corpse-by-penelope-bagieu/) - "Exquisite corpse: a method by which a collection of words or images is collectively assembled." Never has a title rung so true! In Exquisite Corpse, Bagieu introduces two characters who couldn't be any more different. Zoe is naive and sheltered, admitting to never entering a bookstore (gasp!). Thomas is a phenomenal writer, a bit full of
- [Month in Review: April 2015](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/04/30/month-in-review-april-2015/) - Whew! What a month. I can't believe it flew by so quickly! There are finally signs of Spring (and not a mad rush to Summer): budding flowers and trees and....my car coated in pollen. Unfortunately, I can't spend a great deal of time outdoors enjoying the weather due to allergies, but it gives
- [Review: The Blondes by Emily Schultz](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/04/28/review-the-blondes-by-emily-schultz/) - I intentionally left the synopsis of this title quite vague, for while the mysterious illness that ravages women with blonde hair is certainly an important factor, it's simply the mechanism that launches Schultz into this truly phenomenal literary thriller. Like the phenomenal Station Eleven by Emily St. John Mandel, the message and impact of The Blondes goes
- [Dewey's 24 Hour Read-a-thon, April 2015!](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/04/25/deweys-24-hour-read-a-thon-april-2015/) - It's here, it's here! Dewey's 24 Hour Read-a-thon! So, just a little aside up front (*whispers* I don't read for 24 hours!!!). Yep, that's right. I read as much as I want/can, but when I get too tired to stay up any longer, I go to sleep. Easy peasy. I did stay up for
- [Dewey's 24 Hour Read-a-thon, April 2015: The Prep](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/04/24/deweys-24-hour-read-a-thon-april-2015-the-prep/) - Tomorrow, I will be taking part in Dewey's 24 Hour Read-a-thon! I can't remember how many in total I've participated in, but it's been quite a few. As my tradition goes, I've taken the day off today to prep for this monumental event. I'll be spending a large part of the day taking care of
- [Review: The Great Zoo of China by Matthew Reilly](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/04/22/review-the-great-zoo-of-china-by-matthew-reilly/) - The moment I read the premise of this novel, I knew I had to read it. Yes, the comparisons to Jurassic Park are obvious, but dare I say this novel had a little bit more footing than it's dinosaur counterpart. From the method of discovering the dragon eggs to the park's ability to replenish the
- [Spring Book Preview: May 2015, Part II](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/04/21/spring-book-preview-may-2015-part-ii/) - Yesterday, I shared the first half of my May 2015 book preview. Can you believe that was just half of the list? Today, I'm pleased to share the second half, complete with publisher summaries and links to pre-order! Without further ado... The Scarlet Gospels by Clive Barker (May 19): The Scarlet Gospels takes readers back
- [Spring Book Preview: May 2015 Part I](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/04/20/spring-book-preview-may-2015-part-i/) - Wow! Can you believe it is nearly May already? It seems just a few weeks ago I was complaining about the snow and cold. Ok, it was a few weeks ago! In any case, the number of truly phenomenal books being published just continues to impress me. Unfortunately, it does serious damage to my budget.
- [Review: Find Me by Laura van den Berg](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/04/15/review-find-me-by-laura-van-den-berg/) - A key theme to this novel is the concept of filling the void in one’s life and holding tight to memories that are far from permanent. Joy struggles with seeing the light in the darkness that is her life, yet she has been granted a gift too few have been given. She searches for external
- [Giveaway Winner! Every Fifteen Minutes By Lisa Scottoline](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/04/14/giveaway-every-fifteen-minutes-by-lisa-scottoline/) - The giveaway winner is: Nise' Casemier! Congratulations, Nise'! I'm thrilled to present readers with the opportunity win the audio book production of Lisa Scottoline's Every Fifteen Minutes. A longtime fan of Scottoline's books, I personally can't wait to listen to the audio myself. In addition to the audio, the winner will receive a
- [Review: The Bullet by Mary Louise Kelly](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/04/13/review-the-bullet-by-mary-louise-kelly/) - One of the members of my book club told me about this title just a few weeks ago. I was sold when I heard the premise. Imagine finding out that you have a bullet lodged in your body...and that everything you knew about your life was a lie. From page one, I was captivated. Completely
- [Review: The Red Notebook by Antoine Laurain](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/04/09/review-the-red-notebook-by-antoine-laurain/) - Sometimes, a reader comes across a book that captivates them so intensely that they feel lost the moment they turn the last pages. This title is that book for me. While brief in page count, it is filled to the brim with beauty and intensity, mixed with humor, mystery, and a touch of classic romance,
- [Review: The Wrong Side of Right by Jenn Marie Thorne](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/04/06/review-the-wrong-side-of-right-by-jenn-marie-thorne/) - Living in the DC metro area, I can't escape news of the latest political drama. Despite this, I'm often drawn to titles that set in our nation's capital. They feel...natural and comfortable to me. When I picked up this particular title, I was instantly drawn in to Kate's life, sympathetic to all the loss and
- [Month in Review: March 2015](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/03/31/month-in-review-march-2015/) - March was a pretty tough month for us. Our dear, sweet kitty Jadzia passed away. Thankfully, the boys and I have been volunteering with a local animal rescue so that's helped us deal with the pain. I celebrated another year of blogging! Though things have certainly changed over the years, I still love the
- [TSS: On Getting Away](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/03/29/tss-on-getting-away/) - The boys are on spring break this week so we decided to spend some quality time at one of our newest and favorite get-away spots: a series of family-owned cabins in the Shenandoah Valley of Virginia. Thirty minutes from a decent-sized down, we really are away from it all. This will be the third time
- [A Day in the Life....](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/03/27/a-day-in-the-life/) - *Note: So, WP decided it wanted to annoy me today. A post scheduled for tomorrow went live today, and this post vanished. I was furious since it took so long to write! Thankfully, I had most of the text saved in Google Docs. The pictures, however, were lost. I had to recreate from what I
- [Review: Through the Woods by Emily Carroll](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/03/28/review-through-the-woods-by-emily-carroll/) - These are all just a sampling of the five brilliantly terrifying stories within Through the Woods. As a child, when I would hear ghost stories read aloud, I would craft an image of these stories in my mind. Emily Carroll has transformed these visual imaginings into printed art, alternating between stark colors and vivid displays
- [Review: At the Water's Edge by Sara Gruen](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/03/26/review-at-the-waters-edge-by-sara-gruen/) - Admittedly, I was drawn to this book when I read mention of the Loch Ness monster. You know me, I'm drawn to the dark and unusual. And though the hunt for this elusive creature is the backdrop for this novel, that's where it ends. Surprisingly (or not!), I'm fine with that, for what evolved around me
- [On Organizing Thy Comic Inventory (Part II)!](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/03/25/on-organizing-thy-comic-inventory-part-ii/) - **Please note that this is not a promoted/sponsored post. I did not receive compensation of any kind in return for this post** Yesterday, I shared with you one of the many sites I uncovered in my attempts to find a medium for keeping track of my comic inventory. While that site did have a lot
- [On Organizing Thy Comic Inventory (Part 1)!](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/03/24/on-organizing-thy-comic-inventory/) - Upon returning from a weekly trip to our favorite comic book stores, I discovered that I accidentally purchased two copies of the same volume. Just a few moments later, my husband complained of the same issue. Up until now, I've been keeping track of my comic collection in an Excel spreadsheet. Obviously this was
- [Spring Book Preview: April 2015, Part II](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/03/23/spring-book-preview-april-2015-part-ii/) - Yesterday, I shared the first half of my most anticipated books of April. Today, I'm pleased to share the last part of this list. Once again, the books included run the gamut of genres, from historical fiction and thriller to horror and fantasy. I've included the publisher summary; please click on the book title or
- [Spring Book Preview: April 2015, Part I](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/03/22/spring-book-preview-april-2015-part-i/) - It's been quite the hectic month! Of course, when am I not saying that!? Anyway, apologies for this post being a little late. Hopefully this still gives you time to pre-order any titles I mention! Luckily, this list is shorter than usual. Perhaps my tastes have become more discriminating? In any case, following is the
- [Review: The Walls Around Us by Nova Ren Suma](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/03/20/review-the-walls-around-us-by-nova-ren-suma/) - Wow. That's all I could say as I turned the last pages of this book. When I read the premise, I thought I could assume the type of read I was embarking upon. I had no clue how brilliant and captivating this title would be. Told through the voices of Amber and Violet, we trace
- [Review: Hausfrau by Jill Alexander Essbaum](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/03/18/review-hausfrau-by-jill-alexander-essbaum/) - I first heard about this title on Twitter (imagine that) after a number of bookish people were chatting about this stunning up and coming title. Well, of course I had to read it. I knew the premise but was in no way prepared for how this book moved me. Anna's character is a hard one
- [Review: The Precious One by Marisa De Los Santos](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/03/16/review-the-precious-one-by-marisa-de-los-santos/) - Told in alternating voices, The Precious One follows Taisy and Willow through a journey of love of family, of self-actualization and secrets. Though their voices are drastically different - Taisy's is more strong and determined while Willow's is young and naive - they have a shared desire to have the nurturing connection that is part of
- [Review: What Stands in a Storm: Three Days in the Worst Superstorm to Hit the South's Tornado Alley by Kim Cross](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/03/12/review-what-stands-in-a-storm-three-days-in-the-worst-superstorm-to-hit-the-souths-tornado-alley-by-kim-cross/) - I grew up in the Midwest. I'm quite familiar with tornadoes and the deafening sounds of the alarms meant to warn citizens of the impending danger. We had hundreds of tornado drills in school, every child familiar with the term "duck and cover." It was a part of our everyday lives; our instincts would force
- [Review: Shadow Scale by Rachel Hartman](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/03/10/review-shadow-scale-by-rachel-hartman/) - I can't tell you how nervous I was, given the opportunity to read the follow-up to a book I cherished so greatly. Would it live up to its predecessor? Could I possibly love it as much? I don't know why I had any doubt, for Shadow Scale not only lived up to, but exceeded all of
- [7th Anniversary Special: Looking Forward](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/03/09/7th-anniversary-special-looking-forward/) - Yesterday, Jenn's Bookshelves celebrated it's 7th birthday. Wow, the time has flown by! As with anything, there have been some hits & misses, some successes and failures. Each year, I've come up with a different way to celebrate. Let's look back, shall we? Pros & Cons of Blogging Things I Wish I Knew as a
- [Review: Miramont's Ghost by Elizabeth Hall](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/03/05/review-miramonts-ghost-by-elizabeth-hall/) - Always intrigued with a premise of a mysterious, gothic setting, I was delighted when given the opportunity to participate in the tour for this book. Unfortunately, that delight quickly wavered. While the characters and storyline did capture my attention initially, it wasn't sustained. The jacket copy tells of a dark and mysterious castle riddled with
- [A Day in the Life of a Book Reviewer: Bullying in Blogging](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/02/23/a-day-in-the-life-of-a-book-reviewer-blogging-maturity/) - While away on a business trip this weekend. it seems I missed a bit of turmoil in the blogger world. I'm not going to rehash what took place; there are certainly enough posts doing that already. I'm not condoning or excusing the behavior that incited this...attack. You know what, though? The issue that caused this turmoil
- [On Finding a Family Comic Book Store (Or, What Not to Do to Customers)](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/03/03/on-finding-a-family-comic-book-store-or-what-not-to-do-to-customers/) - When reviewing my blog goals for this year, I noticed that I don't blog about the comic books/graphic novels I read. I've been a fan for years, recently more so than normal. As a matter of fact, I read more comics than my husband (a staunch and ardent Marvel fan) which is a fact that
- [Month in Review: February 2015](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/03/01/month-in-review-february-2015/) - I must say I am glad for this month to be over. Traveling for work, a very sick cat and more made February a very trying month. With all this, I didn't get much reading done. Or, I should say, I didn't get much reading finished. Perhaps it was everything I had on my mind,
- [Review: Finding Jake by Bryan Reardon](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/02/26/review-finding-jake-by-bryan-reardon/) - In this incredibly engrossing psychological thriller, one family is forced to confront and evaluate their lives as they know it, to examine choices made and the potential consequences. As parents, how well do we know their children? Their friends? What are they capable of? While devastating at moments, Finding Jake is ultimately the tale of parents' undying
- [Spring Book Preview: March 2015, Part V](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/02/25/spring-book-preview-march-2015-part-v/) - Finally! This is the last post in what seemed to be an endless list of March releases I'm anticipating! This list includes those books published a the very tail-end of the month, March 31st: Behind Closed Doors by Elizabeth Haynes Ten years ago, 13-year-old Scarlett Rainsford vanished while on a family holiday to Greece. Was she
- [Review: Seraphina by Rachel Hartman](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/02/23/review-seraphina-by-rachel-hartman/) - I read and adored Seraphina when it was released in hardcover, so when I was approached to review it on this blog, I couldn't say no. Hartman has created a world like none other. While it is technically a Young Adult title, the underlying themes of race relations and racism are obvious and apparent, making this
- [Spring Book Preview: March 2015, Part IV](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/02/22/spring-book-preview-march-2015-part-iv/) - I warned you there were a lot of March releases I am excited about. Nearly 50 books in total. Amazing! What a month for books! Following are the titles that release the 4th week of March: The Animals by Christian Kiefer (March 23): Bill Reed manages a wildlife sanctuary in rural Idaho, caring for
- [Spring Book Preview: March 2015, Part III](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/02/20/spring-book-preview-march-2015-part-iii/) - So, this is the third of likely 5 posts full of March releases I'm excited about, those books publishing the third week of March. While this is insanely thrilling, to have this many outstanding books coming out, it's also quite terrifying. How will I possibly find enough time to devote to all these books? I
- [Spring Book Preview: March 2015, Part II](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/02/19/spring-book-preview-march-2015-part-ii/) - Yesterday, I shared a lengthy list of March releases I'm highly anticipated. As if that long list wasn't enough, I have even more titles to share with you. This list is compiled of those books published the second week in March. Soil by Jamie Kornegay (March 10): A darkly comic debut novel by an independent
- [Spring Book Preview: March 2015, Part I](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/02/18/spring-book-preview-march-2015-part-i/) - Spring is right around the corner (right!?)! I know it's hard to imagine with the freakishly cold temps and insane snowfall totals. All this said, I have been enjoying this snow day contemplating my reading for the next month! Following is just the first of MANY books on my most anticipated books of March list,
- [Review: The Reluctant Midwife (A Hope River Novel) by Patricia Harman](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/02/17/review-the-reluctant-midwife-a-hope-river-novel-by-patricia-harman/) - Series: Hope River (Book 2) Paperback: 432 pages Publisher: William Morrow Paperbacks (March 3, 2015) ISBN-13: 978-0062358240 Source: Publisher The Depression forces Nurse Becky to return to Hope River in hopes of employment. Her companion is Dr Isaac Blum, a once vibrant doctor, now catatonic due to loss in his own life. The economic downturn prevents many from seeking
- [A Day in the Life of a Book Reviewer: Scheduling Book Reviews](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/02/12/a-day-in-the-life-of-a-book-reviewer-scheduling-book-reviews/) - The concept for this particular post comes to you from a recent rant I did on Twitter. It's not too uncommon, actually, that I get ideas in this manner. I feel the longer I rant about a particular subject matter on social media, the more validation it gives me that this topic deserves it's own blog
- [Review: Crazy Love You by Lisa Unger](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/02/10/review-crazy-love-you-by-lisa-unger/) - New and loyal readers alike are certain to be thrilled with this phenomenal thriller. It mixes two of my favorite genres, thriller and horror, into one perfectly constructed, absolutely chilling package. At this point in her writing career, no one can doubt or question Unger's talent. It's simply brilliant, taking readers to places they've never
- [Review: The Damned by Andrew Pyper](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/02/06/review-the-damned-by-andrew-pyper/) - I discovered Pyper's work last year when I listened to the audiobook production of his novel, The Demonologist. I became an instant fan; Pyper's talent for creating dark and richly terrifying reading experience makes him one of the horror writing greats, in my mind. This most recent novel is just more evidence of this claim. I
- [Book Club Discussion: Favorites of 2014](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/02/04/book-club-discussion-favorites-of-2014/) - For the last few years, the fiction book club I lead at One More Page Books kicks off the new year by talking about our favorite reads of the previous year. We call it a book club potluck: instead of food we bring book recommendations! This aren't necessarily book club picks, but books we've read
- [Month in Review: January 2015](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/02/02/month-in-review-january-2015/) - January was a pretty busy month for me, catching up after the holidays and then traveling twice for work. I wish that meant a lot of reading time, but alas, it does not. I'm hoping February comes with more downtime! Following are the titles I reviewed this month: One Step Too Far by Tina Seskis
- [Review: One Step Too Far by Tina Seskis](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/01/26/review-one-step-too-far-by-tina-seskis/) - One Step Too Far is, without a doubt, an intricately plotted thriller. Readers, through flashbacks to her past, learns about the woman behind Emily. An identical twin, she never really connected with her sister, Caroline. Their battles raged on long before their birth, exacerbated by her parents being unaware of the existence of a second child.
- [TSS: A Day In The Life of A Book Reviewer: Book Mail!](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/01/25/tss-a-day-in-the-life-of-a-book-reviewer-book-mail/) - I frequently get questions about how I blog, why I blog, etc. Since I tend to answer the same questions repeatedly, I thought it easier to create a feature that focuses on these questions. For this first "edition," thanks to the suggestion of Jennifer of The Literate Housewife, I'm going to walk you through the
- [Winter Book Preview: February 2015, Part II](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/01/23/winter-book-preview-february-2015-part-ii/) - Yesterday, I shared the first part of my watch list for February. Following are the remaining titles on that list. I don't know about you, but after reviewing this list, I'm looking forward to some quality reading time! A Spool of Blue Thread by Anne Tyler (Feb. 10): “It was a beautiful, breezy, yellow-and-green afternoon…”
- [Winter Book Preview: February 2015, Part 1](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/01/22/winter-book-preview-february-2015-part-1/) - I don't know about you, but I'm still playing a bit of catch up after the holidays! That includes catching up with my reading. Just when I thought I'd have some time to catch up, I began perusing all the February books I'm anticipated. There are many! Following is the first half of my most
- [Review: Etta and Otto and Russell and James by Emma Hooper](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/01/20/review-etta-and-otto-and-russell-and-james-by-emma-hooper/) - Hardcover: 320 pages Publisher: Simon & Schuster (January 20, 2015) ISBN: 9781476755670 Source: Publisher When Otto awakens one morning, he finds the following note from Etta, his eighty-three year old wife: I’ve gone. I’ve never seen the water, so I’ve gone there. Don’t worry, I’ve left you the truck. I can walk. I will try to
- [Review: The Resurrection of Tess Blessing by Lesley Kagen](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/01/14/review-the-resurrection-of-tess-blessing-by-lesley-kagen/) - Paperback: 386 pages Publisher: SparkPress (a BookSparks imprint); 1 edition (December 9, 2014) ISBN-13: 978-1940716558 Source: Publisher When forty-nine year old Tess is diagnosed with breast cancer, she instantly assumes the worst. Convinced her death is imminent, she creates a to-do list of items to complete before she dies. Reuniting with her sister, finding a
- [Product Review: Evernote Triangle Commuter Bag](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/01/11/product-review-evernote-triangle-commuter-bag/) - I may have mentioned this once or twice before, but I'm a bit of a bag whore. I can admit it. I love bags. I love bags as much (maybe more) than books because bags carry books. So, when I saw the Evernote Triangle Commuter Bag I knew I had to have it. The
- [Review: The Girl on the Train by Paula Hawkins](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/01/12/review-the-girl-on-the-train-by-paula-hawkins/) - Hardcover: 336 pages Publisher: Riverhead Hardcover (January 13, 2015) ISBN: 9781594633669 Source: Publisher Rachel is an alcoholic. Despite having lost her job due to her condition, she continues to ride the same commuter train each morning and evening. Afraid for her roomate to discover to she is unemployed, she spends the day instead in the
- [Review: A Second Bite at the Apple by Dana Bate](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/01/05/review-a-second-bite-at-the-apple-by-dana-bate/) - Paperback: 336 pages Publisher: Kensington (November 25, 2014) ISBN: 9781617732607 Source: Publisher Sydney Strauss always had a passion for writing about food. As of late, rather than pursuing her passion she's been working for an early morning television show. When the station decides to reduce staff, Sydney finds herself grasping at straws, struggling to find employment. Accepting
- [A Month in Review (December 2015)/Looking Forward to 2015](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2015/01/01/a-month-in-review-december-2015looking-forward-to-2015/) - December was an absolutely crazy and hectic month: my youngest son had ear surgery (outpatient, he's fine!) and I'm still recovering from a cold/mild flu I had over the holidays. I hosted another round of Cozy Mystery Reading Week. Finally, one of my posts was syndicated on BlogHer. Whew. I'm getting tired just
- [A Year in Review: Horror/Thriller Favorites of 2014](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/12/15/a-year-in-review-horrorthriller-favorites-of-2014/) - Can you believe we are halfway through December?! Egads! With the end of the year comes the traditional "best of" lists. With over 40 titles on my favorites list, I thought it best to break it up into multiple posts. We'll start with my favorite genres: horror & thrillers. From sadistic serial killers and stalkers
- [Review: Things Half in Shadow by Alan Finn](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/12/31/review-things-half-in-shadow-by-alan-finn/) - Paperback: 448 pages Publisher: Gallery Books (December 30, 2014) ISBN: 978147676172 Source: Publisher When Edward Clark was but ten years old, he witnessed the death of his mother at the hands of his father, the great magician Magellan Holmes. Since that horrific day, years ago, Edward has fought to eliminate all evidence of his past and the
- [Review: Before I Go by Colleen Oakley](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/12/29/review-before-i-go-by-colleen-oakley/) - Hardcover: 320 pages Publisher: Gallery Books (January 6, 2015) ISBN: 9781476761664 Source: Publisher Twenty-seven year old Daisy beat breast cancer three years ago. Before she can celebrate her most recent “Cancerversary” with her husband Jack, is dealt devastating news. Her cancer has returned; this time an aggressive form of stage 4 cancer that has spread throughout her body.
- [Winter Book Preview: January 2015, Part III](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/12/28/winter-book-preview-january-2015-part-iii/) - I warned you, January has promise of so many books! Earlier, I shared Part I and Part II of this post. Finally, I wrap up this series with this post. As you read through these posts, do any titles jump out at you in particular? Did I miss any? Whipping Boy: The Forty-Year Search for
- [Winter Book Preview: January 2015, Part II](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/12/27/winter-book-preview-january-2015-part-ii/) - Yesterday, I shared the first of a few posts summarizing the January books I'm looking forward to most. That was only the beginning! Following is the next group. Once again, you can click on the book cover or title link to preorder! The Ghosts of Heaven by Marcus Sedgwick (Jan. 6) From 2014 Printz award-winning author
- [Winter Book Preview: January 2015, Part I](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/12/26/winter-book-preview-january-2015-part-i/) - This cold/flu I've had for the last week has me a bit behind schedule! Typically, I would have posted this list midway through the month. The timing is still good, for I'm certain many of you received bookstore gift cards from Santa today! Following are the January titles I'm looking forward to most. You have
- [Review: Save Me by Kristyn Kusek Lewis](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/12/22/review-save-me-by-kristyn-kusek-lewis/) - Format: Trade Paperback, 288 pages Publisher: Grand Central Publishing: December 30, 2014 ISBN: 9781455572236 Source: Publisher Daphne Mitchell has the idyllic life: a dream job as a doctor, married to her childhood sweetheart, Owen and living in a farmhouse they restored together. Without warning, however, that dream life is shattered when Owen tells her he's
- [A Year In Review: Shining Stars](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/12/19/a-year-in-review-shining-stars/) - Didn't I warn you about all my "best of" lists? While there is at least one or two more to come, I wanted to share those titles that stood above the rest, the shining stars of my reading year. This can be for a multitude of reasons. In many cases, my review states why. I'm
- [Review: Woman with a Gun by Phillip Margolin](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/12/18/review-woman-with-a-gun-by-phillip-margolin/) - Hardcover: 304 pages Publisher: Harper; 1St Edition edition (December 2, 2014) ISBN: 9780062266521 Source: Publisher Stacey Kim saw the photograph at an art museum in New York City. She's immediately fascinated by the image: a black and white photo of a woman in a wedding dress, on the beach. Behind her back she holds a six-shooter.
- [A Year in Review: Series Favorites of 2014](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/12/17/a-year-in-review-series-favorites-of-2014/) - Earlier this week, I kicked off my "best of" series with a list of my favorite Horror/Thriller titles of 2014. Next up: books in series! I don't know about you, but I'm all about series/trilogies! Knowing that a story arc will continue or you'll be reunited with your favorite characters in a subsequent book is thrilling.
- [Review: The Unimaginable by Dina Silver](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/12/16/review-the-unimaginable-by-dina-silver/) - Paperback: 264 pages Publisher: Lake Union Publishing (December 1, 2014) ISBN: 9781477824962 Source: BookSparksPR After her mother passes away, twenty-eight year old Jessica Gregory packs her bags and leaves her small town Indiana home for Phuket, Thailand, where she'll work at a school teaching English to the native children. Her relationship with her mother was less than healthy;
- [2014 Cozy Mystery Week Wrap-Up](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/12/14/2014-cozy-mystery-week-wrap-up/) - It's a bittersweet moment: another Cozy Mystery Week has come to an end. I've quiet enjoyed discovering new cozy mystery series (and reuniting with old favorites). Here's a quick wrap-up of the week: Home of the Braised (White House Chef Mystery) by Julie Hyzy The Silence of the Llamas (Black Sheep Knitting Mysteries) by Anne
- [Review: Home of the Braised (White House Chef Mystery) by Julie Hyzy](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/12/12/review-home-of-the-braised-white-house-chef-mystery-by-julie-hyzy/) - Series: A White House Chef Mystery (Book 7) Mass Market Paperback: 304 pages Publisher: Berkley; First Berkley Prime Crime Edition edition (January 7, 2014) ISBN: 9780425262382 Source: Personal copy (ebook) With the White House staff adjusting to a new chief usher and plan for a state dinner, there is little time for executive chef Olivia Paras to even
- [Review: The Silence of the Llamas (Black Sheep Knitting Mysteries) by Anne Canadeo](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/12/11/review-the-silence-of-the-llamas-black-sheep-knitting-mysteries-by-anne-canadeo/) - Series: Black Sheep Knitting Mysteries Paperback: 304 pages Publisher: Gallery Books ISBN: 978145164479 Source: Publisher Ellie and Ben Krueger moved to Plum Harbor to fulfill their dream of raising llamas. As hosts of a grand opening fiber festival, they are thrilled at the exposure the crowds bring. Their enthusiasm turns terror quickly, however, when someone attacks their prized llamas. This
- [Review: By Cook or by Crook (Five-Ingredient Mysteries) by Maya Corrigan](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/12/10/review-by-cook-or-by-crook-five-ingredient-mysteries-by-maya-corrigan/) - Series: A Five-Ingredient Mystery Mass Market Paperback: 320 pages Publisher: Kensington (November 4, 2014) ISBN: 9781617731389 Source: Personal copy RECIPE FOR A DELICIOUS FIVE-INGREDIENT MYSTERY Take a burned-out cookbook publicist. Stir in a crusty codger. Toss with a large helping of murder. Add a dash of romance. Serve with a twist of humor. When Val Deniston,
- [Review: Paging the Dead (Family History Mystery) by Brynn Bonner](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/12/09/review-paging-the-dead-family-history-mystery-by-brynn-bonner/) - Series: A Family History Mystery Paperback: 304 pages Publisher: Gallery Books; Original edition (March 12, 2013) ISBN: 9781451661866 Source: Publisher Sophreena McClure and her business partner, Esme Sabatier, make it their business to research the family history and genealogy of their clients. Esme is a gifted medium and often uses her "talent" to get answers to
- [Review: Murder at the Book Group by Maggie King](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/12/08/review-murder-at-the-book-group-by-maggie-king/) - Series: Book Group Mysteries Mass Market Paperback: 400 pages Publisher: Pocket Books (December 30, 2014) ISBN: 9781476762463 Source: Publisher Hazel Rose and her friend Carlene formed Murder on Tour, a mystery book group, to discuss books set in a specific geographic area. It was never their intent to form their own investigation, but when
- [2014 Cozy Mystery Week: The Kick Off](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/12/07/2014-cozy-mystery-week-the-kick-off/) - I'm excited to be kicking off the third annual cozy mystery week! I started this themed week in 2012 as an excuse/reason to curl up with some cozy mysteries. I look forward to it, fondly, each year! While the reviews/posts won't start until tomorrow, I wanted to set up a kick-off post for all those
- [Product Review: Samsung Galaxy Tab® 4 NOOK® 7.0](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/12/04/product-review-samsung-galaxy-tab-4-nook-7-0/) - *Note: This is not a sponsored post. I purchased the Samsung Galaxy Tab® 4 NOOK® 7.0 and I am not receiving compensation for this review.* I'm known to be a bit of a tech whore; I always have to have (or at least try) the latest and greatest technology, specifically if it is an eReader. My
- [Introducing 2014 Cozy Mystery Week!](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/11/13/introducing-2014-cozy-mystery-week/) - The fall/winter months are times of year best spent curled up with a blanket and a nice book. Even better, a cozy mystery! Cozies are certainly one of my favorite types of books that, unfortunately, I don’t have the opportunity to read as much a I’d like. So, what better reason to read about them
- [A Month in Review: November 2014](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/12/02/a-month-in-review-november-2014/) - Yikes! Where did November go? How did it get to be December already? As the weather cools, I prefer to spend most of my time at home, comfortably curled up with a book. Despite having a short (ok, a week long!) reading slump, I quickly got back into my reading groove! Books Reviewed The
- [2014 Thankfully Reading Weekend: Day Three](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/11/29/2014-thankfully-reading-weekend-day-three/) - It's day three of Thankfully Reading Weekend! How did everyone do yesterday? I didn't get nearly as much reading done yesterday as I would have liked; We're in Ohio visiting family. We're heading home tomorrow and I'm sure I'll get plenty of reading in on the long drive home! Today's challenge is hosted by Jen over
- [2014 Thankfully Reading Weekend: The Wrap-UP](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/11/30/2014-thankfully-reading-weekend-the-wrap-up/) - Yet another Thankfully Reading Weekend comes to a close! While I didn't get nearly as much reading accomplished as I planned, I did enjoy the time spent visiting my family. Thank you all for participating, especially those who participated on Twitter! Quite the active group of readers! Rather than giving you another challenge to do today,
- [Thankfully Reading Weekend Day 2: What Book Are You Most Thankful For This Year?](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/11/28/thankfully-reading-weekend-day-2-what-book-are-you-most-thankful-for-this-year/) - It's day two of Thankfully Reading Weekend! How did everyone do yesterday? Full stomachs, plenty of reading time...sounds like bliss to me! I don't know about you, but I'm looking forward to a day of reading at home, avoiding the retail madness! For today's challenge, I invite you to write about the book you are
- [2014 Thankfully Reading Weekend: The Kick-off!](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/11/26/2014-thankfully-reading-weekend-the-kick-off/) - It's time!! This is the official kick off post for Thankfully Reading! Instead of braving the crowds and shopping this weekend, we're spending our time curled up with a book! Not starting your Thankfully Reading Weekend until tomorrow or Saturday? Don't worry, link up your post whenever you are ready! Feel free to link up
- [Review: The Voices by F.R. Tallis](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/11/25/review-the-voices-by-f-r-tallis/) - Hardcover: 352 pages Publisher: Pegasus (December 14, 2014) ISBN: 9781605986562 Source: Publisher It's the summer of 1976, the hottest on record. Christopher Norton, his wife, Lauren, and their infant daughter Faye move in to their new home in North London. The Norton's put a lot of money into refurbishing the old Victorian home. Christopher, a composer of
- [Review: The Heart Does Not Grow Back by Fred Venturini](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/11/24/review-the-heart-does-not-grow-back-by-fred-venturini/) - Paperback: 320 pages Publisher: Picador (November 4, 2014) ISBN: 9781250052216 Source: Publisher Dale Sampson has become quite used to being a less than remarkable person. He's just an average kid attending high school in a small Midwestern town. He earns decent grades and survives the torturous four years of social torture by riding on the coattails
- [Thankfully Reading Weekend 2014](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/11/02/thankfully-reading-weekend-2014/) - Thanksgiving is just a few weeks away. Can you believe it? I'm pleased to announce that I will once again be hosting Thankfully Reading Weekend, November 27-30! Want to avoid the crowds & shopping on Black Friday? Plan on spending a nice, quiet holiday at home? Join us! Just what is this Thankfully Reading Weekend
- [Winter Book Preview: December, 2014](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/11/20/winter-book-preview-december-2014/) - It's been over a month since I've done a book preview. November was a pretty quiet publishing month; December is a quiet month as well but I still managed to find several books I'm excited about. Plus, I'm always looking for one or two books to add to my holiday wish list! Below you'll find
- [Review: Brutal Youth by Anthony Breznican](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/11/19/review-brutal-youth-by-anthony-breznican/) - Hardcover: 416 pages Publisher: Thomas Dunne Books; 1ST edition (June 10, 2014) ISBN: 9781250019356 Source: Publisher Saint Michael’s is a crumbling Catholic high school, both structurally and figuratively.Freshman Peter Davidek's first experience at the school is of an upperclassman that finally reacts to the abuse he received. On the large part, the faculty ignores the tormenting
- [Review: Compulsion by Martina Boone](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/11/17/review-compulsion-by-martina-boone/) - Series: Heirs of Watson Island Hardcover: 448 pages Publisher: Simon Pulse (October 28, 2014) ISBN: 9781481411226 Source: Personal copy After her mother passes away, Barrie Watson is sent to live with her aunt at to her mother's childhood home at an old South Carolina plantation. Her mother never shared information about her family; a fire on the
- [Blogger 911: I Was Hacked](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/11/16/blogger-911-i-was-hacked/) - I've been blogging since 2008. I thought I was knowledgeable in the ins/outs of blogging. Boy, was I wrong. Last week, my blog was hacked. I couldn't access it to fix it. I felt vulnerable. I felt helpless. I'm writing this post so you don't have to experience this for yourself. I had no warning. I
- [Reflections: Revival by Stephen King](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/11/14/reflections-revival-by-stephen-king/) - The moment I read the final pages of Revival I knew there was no way I would be able to review it. Not because I didn't like it, or because it wasn't worth my time. Quite the opposite, as a matter of fact. How do you review or critique the work of your literary idol?
- [Review: First Impressions: A Novel of Old Books, Unexpected Love, and Jane Austen by Charlie Lovett](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/11/10/review-first-impressions-a-novel-of-old-books-unexpected-love-and-jane-austen-by-charlie-lovett/) - Hardcover: 320 pages Publisher: Viking Adult; 1ST edition (October 16, 2014) ISBN: 9780525427247 Source: Publisher Sophie Collingwood inherits a London home after her Uncle Bertram passes away. Both were avid book lovers, Sophie recalls time spent in his library discussing their love of books. Unfortunately, her uncle's library is sold off to recover debt and Sophie finds
- [Frightful Friday: Zombie Fallout by Mark Tufo](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/11/07/frightful-friday-zombie-fallout-by-mark-tufo/) - Frightful Friday is a regular meme in which I feature a particularly scary or chilling book that I've read that week.This week's featured title is Zombie Fallout by Mark Tufo: Listening Length: 10 hours and 30 minutes Program Type: Audiobook, Unabridged Publisher: Tantor Audio (March 26, 2012) Source: Personal copy Narrated by: Sean Runnette As the H1N1 virus runs
- [Review: The Remedy for Love by Bill Roorbach](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/11/06/review-the-remedy-for-love-by-bill-roorbach/) - Hardcover: 320 pages Publisher: Algonquin Books (October 14, 2014) ISBN: 9781616203313 Source: Personal copy When Eric, a small town lawyer in Maine, hears a prediction for a "storm of the century," he closes his office early and heads to the grocery store to stock up on supplies. There he comes across Danielle, young woman unable to cover
- [2014 Murder, Monsters & Mayhem Wrap-up!](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/10/31/2014-murder-monsters-mayhem-wrap-up/) - Each year, as Murder, Monsters & Mayhem comes to an end, I always experience bittersweet feelings. While I love horror and thriller titles, specifically sharing my favorites with you all, I do look forward to the opportunity to read something a little lighter and less...deadly. With that said, I really had a lot of fun
- [Review: The Art of Eating Through the Zombie Apocalypse: A Cookbook and Culinary Survival Guide by Lauren Wilson](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/10/30/review-the-art-of-eating-through-the-zombie-apocalypse-a-cookbook-and-culinary-survival-guide-by-lauren-wilson/) - Paperback: 320 pages Publisher: Smart Pop (October 28, 2014) ISBN: 9781940363363 Source: Publisher The zombie apocalypse is here. There's more to survival than escaping the deadly grasp of the walking dead. Your survival will be quite limited if you don't have a means of sustaining your food supply. Here's where The Art of Eating Through the Zombie
- [Review: The House of Small Shadows by Adam Nevill](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/10/29/review-the-house-of-small-shadows-by-adam-nevill/) - Hardcover: 384 pages Publisher: St. Martin's Press; First Edition edition (July 15, 2014) ISBN: 9781250041272 Source: Library copy Catherine's life is in shambles. Loss of her previous job forced her to leave London. With a new job, she thought her life was on track, until her boyfriend, Michael, ended their relationship abruptly. When Catherine is
- [Vote for the Scariest Ghost Story!](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/10/28/vote-for-the-scariest-ghost-story/) - As Murder, Monsters & Mayhem nears the end, I was thrilled to see all the entries for scariest ghost story! My initial plan was to select the winner myself, but as the entries continued to come in, I found it difficult to decide! Therefore, I'm opening up the judging to you, readers of this blog.
- [Review: Of Monsters and Madness by Jessica Verday](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/10/27/review-of-monsters-and-madness-by-jessica-verday/) - Age Range: 12 and up Hardcover: 288 pages Publisher: EgmontUSA (September 9, 2014) ISBN: 9781606844632 Source: Library copy After her mother passes away, Annabel Lee is summoned from Siam to Philadelphia to live with her father. Never knowing him growing up, the father/daughter bond has much to be desired. His physical ailments and secretive line
- [Week in Review: October 26, 2014](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/10/26/week-in-review-october-26-2014/) - With family in town last weekend, despite my attempts to participate in the readathon I was pretty AWOL from the blog. I have two weeks of posts to catch you up on! We're coming in on the last week of Murder, Monsters & Mayhem. I hope you've enjoyed the wide range of books I've been
- [Review: A Vision of Fire by Gillian Anderson & Jeff Rovin](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/10/23/review-a-vision-of-fire-by-gillian-anderson-jeff-rovin/) - Hardcover: 304 pages Publisher: Simon451 (October 7, 2014) ISBN: 9781476776521 Source: Publisher When Maanik, the daughter of India's ambassador to the United Nations, starts experiencing fits of screaming and terror, child psychologist Caitlin O'Hara is called in for consultation. Maanik was recently witness to an assassination attempt against her father and Caitlin is certain the
- [Murder, Monsters & Mayhem Contest: Do You Believe in Ghosts?](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/10/10/murder-monsters-mayhem-contest-do-you-believe-in-ghosts/) - My teen son turns fifteen next week (!!) and we're in the midst of planning a ghost-hunting adventure for his party. It's generated oodles of questions from his friends and their parents about the existence of ghosts. I do (obviously) believe in ghosts and often reflect upon my own experiences with those who have passed.
- [Review: The Penguin Book of Witches, edited by Katherine Howe ](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/10/22/review-the-penguin-book-of-witches-edited-by-katherine-howe/) - Paperback: 320 pages Publisher: Penguin Classics (September 30, 2014) ISBN: 9780143106180 Source: Publisher Our country has had a long-lasting obsession with witches, dating back to the infamous Salem witch trials. The animosity and fear toward witches, however, reaches even further back in time. The existence of witches appeared several times in the Bible with vague
- [Audiobook Review: Broken Monsters by Lauren Beukes](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/10/21/audiobook-review-broken-monsters-by-lauren-beukes/) - Program Type: Audiobook Listening Length: 13 hours and 24 minutes Publisher: Hachette Audio (September 16, 2014) Source: Library Detroit Detective Gabriella Versado is used to unusual cases. Her latest, however, goes beyond anything she's ever seen. The body of a teen boy is somehow fused to the body of a deer. Unfortunately, this is just the
- [Review: Sanctum by Madeleine Roux](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/10/20/review-sanctum-by-madeleine-roux/) - Series: Asylum Hardcover: 352 pages Publisher: HarperCollins (August 26, 2014) ISBN: 9780062220998 Source: Library Dan, Abby, and Jordan are still traumatized after the summer they spent at New Hampshire College Prep, formerly Brookline asylum. Despite their attempts to return to their "normal" lives, their experiences still haunt them. Then, they each receive a letter from Felix, another
- [Dewey's 24-Hour Readathon: October 2014](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/10/17/deweys-24-hour-readathon-october-2014/) - Tomorrow, Dewey's 24-Hour read-a-thon officially kicks off! This is my favorite of the two read-a-thons; there's something about the cool fall weather and the idea of curling up under a nice, warm, blanket that appeals to me! When I heard my in-laws were coming in town, I knew I still had to figure out a
- [Review: Eat Him If You Like by Jean Teulé](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/10/15/review-eat-him-if-you-like-by-jean-teule/) - Paperback: 112 pages Publisher: Gallic Books (October 14, 2014) ISBN: 9781906040390 Source: Publisher Alain de Monéys is a twenty-nine year old man who, unlike others in his social class, refuses to buy his way out of military service. Instead, he plans to join the ranks of Napoleon III's army and fight against the Prussians. Before
- [Review: Red Hill by Jamie McGuire](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/10/14/review-red-hill-by-jamie-mcguire/) - Paperback: 368 pages Publisher: Atria Books (October 1, 2013) ISBN: 9781476759524 Source: Personal copy When an outbreak hits without warning, everyday people are forced to do the extraordinary if they are going to survive. Scarlet is a divorced, single mom to two girls. After sending her daughters to spend the weekend with their father, she's
- [Review: Dr. Mütter's Marvels: A True Tale of Intrigue and Innovation at the Dawn of Modern Medicine by Cristin O'Keefe Aptowicz](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/10/13/review-dr-mutters-marvels-a-true-tale-of-intrigue-and-innovation-at-the-dawn-of-modern-medicine-by-cristin-okeefe-aptowicz/) - Hardcover: 384 pages Publisher: Gotham; First Edition edition (September 4, 2014) ISBN: 9781592408702 Source: Publisher We're all familiar with Dr. Mütter's Philadelphia museum of oddities, filled with abnormalities of the human anatomy. However, very few of us know that Dr. Thomas Dent Mütter was a pioneer in the field of medicine and surgery. Exposed to tragedy
- [TSS: Murder, Monsters & Mayhem Week 2 Wrap-Up](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/10/12/tss-murder-monsters-mayhem-week-2-wrap-up/) - This post comes a little (ok, a lot) later than I hoped. Last night, my teen went to his first Homecoming dance. Upon dropping him off for the dance, I learned they didn't have enough volunteers. Guess who stayed until after midnight checking in hundreds of kids? Yep, that would be me. Thankfully, the fam
- [Review: The Doubt Factory by Paolo Bacigalupi](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/10/09/review-the-doubt-factory-by-paolo-bacigalupi/) - Hardcover: 496 pages Publisher: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers (October 14, 2014) ISBN: 9780316220750 Source: Publisher Alix is a high school senior who lives a privileged life. She has the all the right clothes and attends an prominent private school. Never once has she questioned the source of her family's affluence, until an activist
- [Review: Locke & Key, Vol. 1: Welcome to Lovecraft by Joe Hill](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/10/08/review-locke-key-vol-1-welcome-to-lovecraft-by-joe-hill/) - Series: Locke & Key (Book 1) Paperback: 152 pages Publisher: IDW Publishing; Reprint edition (August 18, 2009) ISBN: 978-1600103841 Source: Library The Locke family's life is shattered after their father is murdered by a high school student. The three children - Ty, Kinsey and Bodie- are uprooted, moving to New England to live in Mr. Locke's
- [Audiobook Review: Mr. Mercedes by Stephen King](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/10/07/audiobook-review-mr-mercedes-by-stephen-king/) - Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio; Unabridged edition (June 3, 2014) Listening Time:14 hrs and 22 mins Narrator: Will Patton ISBN: 9781442371347 Source: Personal copy Hundreds of unemployed, desperate for job placement, line-up in the predawn hours for a job fair. A driver in a Mercedes plows through the unknowing crowd, killing eight and wounding fifteen.
- [#Mx3 Review: Gabriel Finley and the Raven's Riddle by George Hagen](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/10/06/mx3-review-gabriel-finley-and-the-ravens-riddle-by-george-hagen/) - Age Range: 9 - 12 years Hardcover: 384 pages Publisher: Schwartz & Wade (August 26, 2014) ISBN: 9780385371032 Source: Publisher Twelve year-old Gabriel Finley has lived with his Aunt Jasmine in her old Brooklyn brownstone since his father disappeared three years ago. As he gets older, he has increasingly more questions about his father's disappearance.
- [TSS: Murder, Monsters & Mayhem Week 1 Wrap-Up](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/10/05/tss-murder-monsters-mayhem-week-1-wrap-up/) - Brrr! The week has come and gone, Mother Nature leaving us with brisk Fall weather. I shouldn't complain; it feels nice to have the windows open with a cool breeze blowing coming in! This is the perfect weather for the first week of Murder, Monsters & Mayhem. There's nothing like curling up with with
- [#Mx3 Review: The Boy Who Drew Monsters by Keith Donohue](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/10/03/mx3-review-the-boy-who-drew-monsters-by-keith-donohue/) - Hardcover: 288 pages Publisher: Picador (October 7, 2014) ISBN: 9781250057150 Source: Publisher Nearly three years ago, ten-year-old Jack Peter Keenan nearly drowned in the ocean. As a result of this near-death incident, Jack Peter is deathly afraid to leave the safety of his home. Trips to the doctor are filled with stress and anguish; his
- [#Mx3 Review: No Time to Die by Kira Peikoff](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/10/02/mx3-review-no-time-to-die-by-kira-peikoff/) - Mass Market Paperback: 448 pages Publisher: Pinnacle (August 26, 2014) ISBN: 9780786034895 Source: Meryl L. Moss Media Relations, Inc. Zoe Kincaid isn't your typical college student. Despite being in her twenties, Zoe's body still resembles an early teen; her growth halted at age fourteen. Though her maturity has grown with time, her parents still treat
- [Mx3 Review: Brood by Chase Novak](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/10/01/mx3-reviewbrood-by-chase-novak/) - Hardcover: 320 pages Publisher: Mulholland Books (October 7, 2014) ISBN: 9780316228008 Source: Publisher Twins Adam and Alice are reaching their teenage years. Normal children would be joyful of this monumental change in life, but not Adam and Alice. With the start of puberty also comes the likelihood that they will become victims of the very
- [A Month in Review: September 2014](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/09/30/a-month-in-review-september-2014/) - Books Reviewed Party Games: A Fear Street Novel by R. L. Stine Horrorstör by Grady Hendrix* A Deadly Wandering: A Tale of Tragedy and Redemption in the Age of Attention by Matt Richtel Afterworlds by Scott Westerfeld* Station Eleven by Emily St. John Mandel* Mary: The Summoning by Hillary Monahan* The Silkworm by Robert Galbraith
- [Review: Party Games: A Fear Street Novel by R. L. Stine](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/09/29/review-party-games-a-fear-street-novel-by-r-l-stine/) - Grade Level: 7 - 12 Series: Fear Street Hardcover: 288 pages Publisher: St. Martin's Griffin (September 30, 2014) ISBN: 9781250051615 Source: Publisher When Rachel Martin is invited to Brendan Fear's birthday party at his family's home on Fear Island, she can't resist. Despite her friends' warnings, her crush on Brendan clouds her judgement and
- [Gone Girl Film Release Giveaway!](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/09/18/gone-girl-film-release-giveaway/) - UPDATED: WINNER SELECTED! Congratulations, Sarah Hayes!! It's the book everyone was talking about. In just a few weeks, the movie is hitting the big screen. I don't know about you, but I'm excited. I loved the book (despite the urge to throw it across the room) t so I'm thrilled to find out how the
- [Frightful Friday: Horrorstör by Grady Hendrix](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/09/26/horrorstor-by-grady-hendrix/) - Frightful Friday is a weekly meme in which I feature a particularly scary or chilling book that I've read that week. This week's featured title is Horrorstor by Grady Hendrix: Paperback: 240 pages Publisher: Quirk Books (September 23, 2014) ISBN13: 9781594745263 Source: Publisher Something menacing is happening at Orsk, a warehouse furniture superstore
- [Fall Book Preview: October 2014, Part III](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/09/25/fall-book-preview-october-2014-part-iii/) - Didn't I warn you that October was an outstanding month of books. I've shared two lists thus far (Part I & Part II) and I'm wrapping up with the final list of books today. These lists have covered the gamut as far as books go. You'll have to let me know if I've overlooked any!
- [Fall Book Preview: October 2014, Part II](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/09/24/fall-book-preview-october-2014-part-ii/) - Yesterday, I shared the first part of my most anticipated books of October list, books that publish the first week of October. October is another big publishing month; I forsee at least one more post after this one! Following are the books scheduled to post the second week of October. Click on the book image
- [Fall Book Preview: October 2014, Part I](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/09/23/fall-book-preview-october-2014-part-i/) - I'm a little behind on this. Crazy work schedule plus a teen son with shingles, I have little time to even contemplate reading a book. That said, I did take the time to review books releasing in October. Wow, what a month! While I'll be focusing largely on horror and thriller for Murder, Monsters &
- [Review: A Deadly Wandering: A Tale of Tragedy and Redemption in the Age of Attention by Matt Richtel](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/09/17/review-a-deadly-wandering-a-tale-of-tragedy-and-redemption-in-the-age-of-attention-by-matt-richtel/) - Hardcover: 416 pages Publisher: William Morrow (September 23, 2014) ISBN: 9780062284068 Source: Publisher In 2006, Reggie Shaw, a Utah college student, was involved in a brutal car crash that instantly killed two men. The accident wasn't caused by inclement weather or adverse road conditions. It occurred because Reggie Shaw's attention was elsewhere: on his cell
- [Review: Afterworlds by Scott Westerfeld](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/09/15/review-afterworlds-by-scott-westerfeld/) - Hardcover: 608 pages Publisher: Simon Pulse (September 23, 2014) ISBN: 9781481422345 Source: Publisher Darcy Patel is a teenage girl won't be heading off to college like most of her peers. Instead, thanks to the success of a book she wrote in just 30 days, she's off to New York to pursue her writing career.
- [TSS: Week in Review: September 14, 2014](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/09/14/tss-week-in-review-september-14-2014/) - Fall is here! experiencing some pretty hot & humid weather, the past few days we've been gifted with cool, breezy weather. I kind of love it! I love Fall for many reasons: changing color of leaves, cooler weather, wearing scarves and sweaters. One of my favorite things, however, is the start of fall television series.
- [Announcing: 2014 Murder, Monsters & Mayhem (Mx3)!](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/09/11/announcing-2014-murder-monsters-mayhem-mx3/) - Halloween is here! Well, almost! Anyone who has followed this blog for any significant period of time understand just how much I love Halloween (and Fall in general)! To celebrate my obsession with the macabre, each year I host a month long feature in October called Murder, Monsters & Mayhem (Mx3). For the entire
- [Review: Station Eleven by Emily St. John Mandel](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/09/12/review-station-eleven-by-emily-st-john-mandel/) - Hardcover: 352 pages Publisher: Knopf (September 9, 2014) ISBN: 9780385353304 Source: Publisher A famous stage actor, Arthur Leander, dies of a heart attack on stage. A former paparazzi, now EMT, leaps to the stage in an attempt to save him. From the sidelines, young Kirsten Raymonde watches as the life drains from the body
- [Guest Review: The Islands at the End of the World by Austin Aslan](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/09/09/guest-review-the-islands-at-the-end-of-the-world-by-austin-aslan/) - Age Range: 12 and up Hardcover: 384 pages Publisher: Wendy Lamb Books (August 5, 2014) ISBN: 9780385744027 Source: Publisher Sixteen-year-old Leilani and her father travel from their small island town to the Big Island of Hawaii to Oahu to seek medical treatment for her epilepsy. When the President of the United States goes missing for
- [Review: Mary: The Summoning by Hillary Monahan](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/09/08/review-mary-the-summoning-by-hillary-monahan/) - Age Range: 12 - 18 years, 7-12th grade Series: Bloody Mary Hardcover: 256 pages Publisher: Disney-Hyperion (September 2, 2014) ISBN: 9781423185192 Everyone is familiar with the Bloody Mary urban legend. Teenage friends Jess, Shauna, Kitty, and Anna have researched the rules. Positioning mattered. Salt mattered, too, because it purified against evil. Water mattered. Hand-holding mattered.
- [Review: The Silkworm by Robert Galbraith (Audiobook)](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/09/04/review-the-silkworm-by-robert-galbraith-audiobook/) - Series: A Cormoran Strike Novel Listening Length: 17 hours and 22 minutes Publisher: Hachette Audio (June 19, 2014) Source: Publisher Known for frequently disappearing for days on end, this isn't the first time author Owen Quine has gone missing. Knowing the police will do nothing to help her, Mrs. Quine calls on private detective Cormoran Strike to
- [Review: Hold the Dark by William Giraldi](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/09/03/review-hold-the-dark-by-william-giraldi/) - Hardcover: 208 pages Publisher: Liveright (September 8, 2014) ISBN: 9780871406675 Source: Publisher Three children have been abducted by wolves in the small, isolated Alaskan village of Keelut. Medora Stone, the mother of one of the victims, overcome by grief, reaches out to Russell Core, a nature writer with tremendous knowledge of wolves. Core has his
- [Review: The Secret Place by Tana French](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/09/02/review-the-secret-place-by-tana-french/) - Series: Dublin Murder Squad Hardcover: 464 pages Publisher: Viking Adult (September 2, 2014) ISBN: 9780670026326 Source: Publisher One year ago, a boy was found murdered on the grounds of St. Kilda’s School, a girl's boarding school outside of Dublin. Until now, little to no evidence existed regarding the killer. The Secret Place is a bulletin
- [TSS: A Month in Review: August 2014](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/08/31/tss-a-month-in-review-august-2014/) - Books Reviewed Keep Your Friends Close by Paula Daly Sisters by Raina Telgemeier Conversion by Katherine Howe Liv, Forever by Amy Talkington (Audiobook) Dear Daughter by Elizabeth Little The Supernatural Enhancements by Edgar Cantero Haunted Stuff: Demonic Dolls, Screaming Skulls & Other Creepy Collectibles by Stacey Graham Total books reviewed: 7 Crazy busy month for
- [Frightful Friday: Keep Your Friends Close by Paula Daly](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/08/29/frightful-friday-keep-your-friends-close-by-paula-daly/) - Frightful Friday is a weekly meme in which I feature a particularly scary or chilling book that I've read that week. This week's featured title is Keep Your Friends Close by Paula Daly: Hardcover: 320 pages Publisher: Grove Press (August 19, 2014) ISBN: 9780802123206 Source: Publisher Natty and Sean Wainwright have been married for years.
- [Review: Sisters by Raina Telgemeier](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/08/26/review-sisters-by-raina-telgemeier/) - Age Range: 8 - 12 years (3-7th grade) Paperback: 208 pages Publisher: GRAPHIX (August 26, 2014) ISBN: 9780545540605 Source: Publisher Raina wanted nothing more in the world than to have a little sister. When her wish is finally granted and her sister Amara is born, life isn't exactly what she thought it would be. Amara makes it pretty obvious that
- [TSS: Booktopia Asheville #BooktopiaAVL](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/08/24/tss-booktopia-asheville-booktopiaavl/) - You may have noticed that this blog has been quite for the past several days. I've spent the last few days in the beautiful Asheville, NC surrounded by a host of readers and writers. Last Thursday, I hopped on a plane the short trip down to Asheville to attend Booktopia Asheville. For those of you
- [Fall Book Preview: September, 2014, Part III](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/08/20/fall-book-preview-september-2014-part-iii/) - We're in the final stretch! I've already shared Part I and Part II of my most anticipated books of September. Today, I'm pleased to wrap up this series with the final post. Didn't I warn you there were a lot of excellent books publishing in September? Click on the book cover or title to pre-order!
- [Fall Book Preview: September, 2014, Part II](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/08/19/fall-book-preview-september-2014-part-ii/) - Yesterday, I shared the first of three posts spotlighting the September releases I'm excited about. Today I'm pleased to share the second list. Once again, I've included the publisher's summary and a link to preorder. Without further ado... Of Monsters and Madness by Jessica Verday (Sept.9): Annabel Lee is summoned from Siam to live with
- [Fall Book Preview: September, 2014, Part I](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/08/18/fall-book-preview-september-2014/) - School is starting back up here again in the next few weeks and the promise of cool, fall weather is just around the corner. Fall is, by far, my favorite season of the year. Here in Virginia, trees begin to change color, a piece of artwork created by Mother Nature I look forward to each
- [Frightful Friday: Conversion by Katherine Howe](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/08/15/frightful-friday-conversion-by-katherine-howe/) - Frightful Friday is a weekly meme in which I feature a particularly scary or chilling book that I've read that week. This week's featured title is Conversion by Katerine Howe: Age Range: 12 and up Hardcover: 432 pages Publisher: Putnam Juvenile (July 1, 2014) ISBN: 9780399167775 Source: Library copy The seniors at St. Joan's Academy,
- [Review: Liv, Forever by Amy Talkington (Audiobook)](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/08/13/review-liv-forever-by-amy-talkington-audiobook/) - Listening Length: 7 hours and 17 minutes Program Type: Audiobook Version: Unabridged Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. (March 11, 2014) Source: Publisher, via Audiobook Jukebox Liv Bloom, a foster child, is thrilled when she obtains a scholarship to attend Wickham Hall, a school known for its arts program. As a scholarship student, she doesn't have a lot in
- [Review: Dear Daughter by Elizabeth Little](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/08/12/review-dear-daughter-by-elizabeth-little/) - Hardcover: 384 pages Publisher: Viking Adult (July 31, 2014) ISBN: 9780670016389 Source: Publisher Ten years ago, Janie Jenkins was convicted for the death of her murder. Now, released on a technicality, Janie alters her appearance and goes on a rouge mission to discover the identity of her mother's killer. The challenge: Janie isn't exactly sure
- [Review: The Supernatural Enhancements by Edgar Cantero](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/08/08/review-the-supernatural-enhancements-by-edgar-cantero/) - Hardcover: 368 pages Publisher: Doubleday (August 12, 2014) ISBN: 978-0385538152 Source: Publisher (egalley) After an unknown cousin commits suicide, twenty-something A. finds himself owner of a beautiful, yet slightly ominous, estate in Point Bless, Virginia. Questions surround his cousin's death; he jumped out of the same 3-story bedroom that his father had before. Joined by
- [Guest Post: Stacey Graham, Author of Haunted Stuff: Demonic Dolls, Screaming Skulls & Other Creepy Collectibles](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/08/05/guest-post-stacey-graham-author-of-haunted-stuff-demonic-dolls-screaming-skulls-other-creepy-collectibles/) - Yesterday, I reviewed Stacey Graham's latest book, Haunted Stuff: Demonic Dolls, Screaming Skulls & Other Creepy Collectibles. Today, I'm pleased to welcome her to the blog for a guest post about how she gains inspiration to write about the ghoulish and ghastly! First, a little about Stacey: I'm a multi-tasking mother of five whose early
- [Review: Haunted Stuff: Demonic Dolls, Screaming Skulls & Other Creepy Collectibles by Stacey Graham](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/08/04/review-haunted-stuff-demonic-dolls-screaming-skulls-other-creepy-collectibles-by-stacey-graham/) - Paperback: 240 pages Publisher: Llewellyn Publications (August 8, 2014) ISBN-10: 0738739081 Source: Author There's a reason so many of us find dolls to be creepy. Their uncanny likeness to human children. Their lifelike eyes and expressions. Horror movies often pick up on this fear, manipulating our terror by focusing on a demonic doll that torments
- [A Month in Review: July 2014](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/08/01/a-month-in-review-july-2014/) - Wow! I can't believe it's August already. Where did the summer go!? In just a few weeks, my boys will be going back to school and we'll be back to our insanely busy schedule. I need to get going on my reading! First, let's look back on what happened on the blog in July.
- [Review: A Better World by Marcus Sakey](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/07/31/review-a-better-world-by-marcus-sakey/) - Series: The Brilliance Saga, Book Two (Book 2) Paperback: 390 pages Publisher: Thomas & Mercer (June 17, 2014) ISBN: 9781477823941 Source: Publisher The world first became aware of the brilliants in 1980. Approximately 1% of the world's population were born with gifts that set them apart from everyone else. At a young age, children are tested for special abilities. If
- [Review: This Is the Water by Yannick Murphy](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/07/30/review-this-is-the-water-by-yannick-murphy/) - Paperback: 352 pages Publisher: Harper Perennial (July 29, 2014) ISBN: 9780062294906 Source: Publisher In a small New England town, preparing for the next swim meet is of utmost importance. Young girls struggle to shave seconds off of their race time, squeezing into too-tight swim suits for an extra advantage. Too busy watching their daughters compete,
- [Joint Review/Discussion: The Young World by Chris Weitz](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/07/28/joint-reviewdiscussion-the-young-world-by-chris-weitz/) - Hardcover: 384 pages Publisher: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers (July 29, 2014) ISBN: 9780316226295 Source: Publisher A mysterious sickness has struck the population. The only survivors are teens; the only thing preventing their death are the hormone binding proteins that ravage the teen body but level out as they reach adulthood. Children under the
- [Week in Review: July 27, 2014](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/07/27/week-in-review-july-27-2014/) - I missed posting a week in review last week. We were in Hampton, VA for my husband's family reunion. Not a lot of reading time, but plenty of time to enjoy family and some pretty excellent food. This week, I've continued to work on "renovating" our home office. If you missed it, a few weeks
- [Review: The Good Girl by Mary Kubica](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/07/25/review-the-good-girl-by-mary-kubica/) - Hardcover: 352 pages Publisher: Harlequin MIRA (July 29, 2014) ISBN: 9780778316558 Source: Publisher Mia Dennett is the daughter of a prominent Chicago judge. As the black sheep of the family, she doesn't necessarily have the strongest of relationships with her parents. One night, Mia waits at a bar for her boyfriend. When he doesn't show,
- [Review: The Word Exchange by Alena Graedon (Audiobook)](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/07/23/review-the-word-exchange-by-alena-graedon-audiobook/) - Listening Length: 16 hours and 23 minutes Version: Unabridged Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. (April 8, 2014) Source: Publisher (via Audiobook Jukebox) The death of print is eminent. Books, magazines and newspapers have been replaced by Memes, handheld devices that are not only communication tools but sensitive enough to sense our every want. It is also connected to
- [Summer Book Preview: August 2014, Part II](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/07/22/summer-book-preview-august-2014-part-ii/) - Yesterday, I shared the first part of a very eclectic list of August books I am anticipating. It shouldn't shock you that, since creating that list, I've discovered a slew of other books to add to my list. Therefore, today I am sharing an amended second part of my most anticipated books of August! Servants
- [Summer Book Preview: August 2014, Part I](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/07/21/summer-book-preview-august-2014-part-i/) - Wow, it's hard to believe we're nearly through the month of July! Since it is the last month of summer, I was hoping that August would be a slow month in the publication world so I could catch up on my reading. That's definitely not the case! Following is the first half of my most
- [Introducing: Subscriber Bonus! Monthly Giveaway!](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/07/17/introducing-subscriber-bonus-monthly-giveaway/) - It seems I'm in a constant dilemma of what to do with my ARCs after I read & review the title. Typically, I add the books to a pile and take them to book club to give away. That's all fine and dandy, but they can only handle so many books. So, I put on
- [Review: The Book of Life (All Souls Trilogy #3) by Deborah Harkness](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/07/16/review-the-book-of-life-all-souls-trilogy-3-by-deborah-harkness/) - Series: All Souls Trilogy (Book 3) Hardcover: 576 pages Publisher: Viking Adult (July 15, 2014) ISBN: 9780670025596 Source: Publisher It started with The Discovery of Witches and traveled through time in Shadow of Night. Now, in The Book of Life, witch Diana Bishop and her husband, Matthew Clairmont, a vampire, return to the present to continue
- [Review: World of Trouble (Last Policeman #03) by Ben Winters](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/07/14/review-world-of-trouble-last-policeman-03-by-ben-winters/) - Series: Last Policeman (Book 3) Paperback: 320 pages Publisher: Quirk Books (July 15, 2014) ISBN: 978159474685 Source: Publisher *Warning: This is a review for the third book in a trilogy. There will be spoilers in this review, so if you have not read the previous two books please do not continue.* The clock is ticking
- [TSS: A Week in Review](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/07/13/tss-a-week-in-review-6/) - Yet another wonderfully relaxing summer week. Teen son was off at Scout camp so we were down to just one child this week. We go through this every summer, yet somehow I forget how demanding of time our youngest is when his older brother is away. We spent the evenings reading and watching movies so
- [Frightful Friday: The Butcher by Jennifer Hillier](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/07/11/frightful-friday-the-butcher-by-jennifer-hillier/) - Frightful Friday is a regular meme in which I feature a particularly scary or chilling book that I've read that week. This week's featured title is The Butcher by Jennifer Hillier: Hardcover: 352 pages Publisher: Gallery Books (July 15, 2014) ISBN: 9781476734217 Source: Publisher The "Beacon Hill Butcher” was a savage serial killer who plagued
- [Review: The Competition by Marcia Clark](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/07/09/review-the-competition-by-marcia-clark/) - Series: A Rachel Knight Novel Hardcover: 416 pages Publisher: Mulholland Books (July 8, 2014) ISBN: 978031622097 Source: Publisher After a high school is the site of a shooting, LA Special Trials prosecutor Rachel Knight and her best friend LAPD detective Bailey Keller are assigned to the case. While the shooters are dead of an apparent
- [Review: Close Your Eyes, Hold Hands by Chris Bohjalian](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/07/07/review-close-your-eyes-hold-hands-by-chris-bohjalian/) - Hardcover: 288 pages Publisher: Doubleday (July 8, 2014) ISBN: 978-0385534833 Source: Publisher (egalley) Emily Shepard is a sixteen year-old only child of parents who work at a nuclear plant in Vermont’s Northeast Kingdom. She has her fair share of struggles: her parents have been alcoholics most of her life. This isn't a secret; everyone knows
- [Review: Grand Central: Original Stories of Postwar Love and Reunion](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/07/03/review-grand-central-original-stories-of-postwar-love-and-reunion/) - Paperback: 368 pages Publisher: Berkley Trade (July 1, 2014) ISBN: 0425272028 Source: Publisher The end of World War II was a pivotal time in our nation's history. Despite the struggle and loss brought on by the War, change was in the air, amid feelings of uncertainty intermingled with hope. New York City's Grand Central station
- [Review: The Girl with All the Gifts by M. R. Carey](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/07/01/review-the-girl-with-all-the-gifts-by-m-r-carey/) - Hardcover: 416 pages Publisher: Orbit; First Edition edition (June 10, 2014) ISBN: 0316278157 Source: Publisher Melanie is a unique girl. She spends most of her day locked in a cell. When she is moved, she is restrained in a wheelchair, her arms and legs shackled to hinder movement. She looks forward to going to "school"
- [A Month in Review: June 2014](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/06/29/a-month-in-review-june-2014/) - Books Reviewed The String Diaries by Stephen Lloyd Jones Eyes on You by Kate White All Day and a Night by Alafair Burke Never Look Back by Clare Donoghue The Fever by Megan Abbott A Long Time Gone by Karen White The Death of Lucy Kyte by Nicola Upson The Ways of the Dead by
- [Review: The String Diaries by Stephen Lloyd Jones](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/06/27/review-the-string-diaries-by-stephen-lloyd-jones/) - Hardcover: 432 pages Publisher: Mulholland Books (July 1, 2014) ISBN: 9780316254465 Source: Publisher Hannah's family has been hiding from a horrific monster that has haunted them for generations. The monster is a shape-shifter, able to take on the appearance of another in a matter of moments. Desperate to seek revenge for an act centuries ago,
- [Summer Shorts '14 Blog Hop: The Cask of Amontillado by Edgar Allan Poe ](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/06/26/summer-shorts-14-blog-hop-the-cask-of-amontillado-by-edgar-allan-poe/) - To continue with my celebration (although unfortunately limited!) of Audiobook Month, I'm extremely excited to be participating in Summer Shorts '14: The audiobook community is giving back! Spoken Freely, a group of more than 40 professional narrators, has teamed with Going Public and Tantor Media to celebrate June is Audiobook Month (JIAM) by offering Summer Shorts ’14, an audio collection of poetry,
- [Review: Eyes on You by Kate White](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/06/25/review-eyes-on-you-by-kate-white/) - Hardcover: 320 pages Publisher: Harper (June 24, 2014) ISBN: 9780061576638 Source: Publisher It started with a nasty note on the night of her book launch, followed by her author photo sliced from the jacket of her book. Soon, however, the attacks against television host and, now author, Robin Trainer increased quickly with severity. After losing
- [Summer Book Preview: July 2014, Part II](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/06/23/summer-book-preview-july-2014-part-ii/) - Yesterday, I shared the first part of my most anticipated books of July post. Today, I'm pleased to share with you the second part of this list! I've included the publisher's summary and an option to pre-order by clicking on the book image or title. Tomorrow and Tomorrow by Thomas Sweterlitsch (July 10) Yesterday cannot
- [Summer Book Preview: July 2014, Part I](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/06/22/summer-book-preview-july-2014/) - School is over and our crazy, hectic schedule is slowing down a bit. Ahhh, summer is truly here. Weekends are spent cooking out and sitting on the patio with a book in hand. One would think the publishing world would slow down a bit with books but alas, the opposite seems to be the case.
- [Review: All Day and a Night by Alafair Burke](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/06/18/review-all-day-and-a-night-by-alafair-burke/) - Series: Ellie Hatcher Hardcover: 368 pages Publisher: Harper (June 10, 2014) ISBN: 9780062208385 Source: Publisher When therapist Helen Brunswick is found murdered in her Park Slope office, blame immediately falls to her estranged husband. Then the District Attorney's office receives an anonymous letter detailing aspects of the crime not made available to the public, behavior eerily similar to a twenty-year-old
- [Review: Never Look Back by Clare Donoghue](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/06/17/review-never-look-back-by-clare-donoghue/) - Series: Mike Lockyer Novels (Book 1) Hardcover: 336 pages Publisher: Minotaur Books (June 10, 2014) ISBN-13: 9781250046079 Source: Publisher Three young women are murdered in south London, the killer becoming increasingly brazen with victim. Detective Inspector Mike Lockyer, the head of homicide, and Detective Sergeant Jane Bennett are struggling to find a connection between the
- [June is Audiobook Month Giveaway!](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/06/16/june-is-audiobook-month-giveaway/) - Happy Audiobook Month! As an avid audiobook fan, I'm excited to be taking part in a blog tour of sorts that is celebrating the winners of the 2014 Audies, awards that recognize distinction in audiobooks and spoken word entertainment sponsored by the Audio Publishers Association (APA). Since mystery is one of my favorite genres, I'm
- [Review: The Fever by Megan Abbott](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/06/13/review-the-fever-by-megan-abbott/) - Hardcover: 320 pages Publisher: Little, Brown and Company (June 17, 2014) ISBN: 9780316231053 Source: Publisher Deenie Nash comes from a closely-knit family; her father Thomas is a popular teacher at the school and her brother, Eli, is a hockey star and the object of affection for many girls. Like many teenage girls, Deenie and her
- [Review: A Long Time Gone by Karen White ](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/06/12/review-a-long-time-gone-by-karen-white/) - Hardcover: 432 pages Publisher: NAL Hardcover (June 3, 2014) ISBN: 978-0451240460 Source: Publisher Nine years ago, Vivian Walker left her home in Mississippi, swearing never to return, following the lead of so many Walker women before. When her life takes a turn for the worse and goes spiraling out of control, Vivian finds herself returning
- [Review: The Death of Lucy Kyte by Nicola Upson](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/06/11/review-the-death-of-lucy-kyte-by-nicola-upson/) - Series: Josephine Tey Mysteries Paperback: 368 pages Publisher: Bourbon Street Books (June 10, 2014) ISBN-13: 978-0062195456 Source: Publisher Josephine Tey, a well known British mystery author, learns she has inherited a cottage from a godmother she knew very little about. Her godmother, Hester Larkspur, was an actress and good friend to Josephine's mother. Hester's message
- [Review: The Ways of the Dead by Neely Tucker](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/06/09/review-the-ways-of-the-dead-by-neely-tucker/) - Hardcover: 288 pages Publisher: Viking Adult (June 12, 2014) ISBN-10: 0670016586 Source: Publisher Washington D.C. reporter Sully Carter has seen his share of brutality. A stint in war-torn Bosnia left him wounded, his body full of shrapnel, leaving him an alcoholic, full of rage. Back home in D.C., he's often witness to the darker sides
- [TSS: A Week in Review (June 8)](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/06/08/tss-a-week-in-review-june-8/) - This post is going live far later than I had anticipated! I guess that's what happens when you forget to hit "publish!" Oh well, it gives me a chance to add a few things! My ankle is slowly healing from my pre-BEA injury. I'm wearing fairly normal shoes, though it's still quite swollen. It's forced
- [Review: Robogenesis by Daniel H. Wilson](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/06/05/review-robogenesis-by-daniel-h-wilson/) - Hardcover: 384 pages Publisher: Doubleday (June 10, 2014) ISBN-10: 0385537093 Source: Publisher In Robopocalypse, humankind was at war with robots. The world as we know it is destroyed, a pathetic wreckage of what once existed. Once Archos, a “super” robot is destroyed, civilization has the potential to recover. . .or so they think. Copies of Archos were
- [Review: A Replacement Life by Boris Fishman](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/06/03/review-a-replacement-life-by-boris-fishman/) - Hardcover: 336 pages Publisher: Harper (June 3, 2014) ISBN-10: 0062287877 Source: Publisher Slava Gelman is a lapsed Jew working for Century, an esteemed magazine in Manhattan. He's exiled himself from his family in an attempt to shed the history and past that may tarnish the aristocratic-style writing demanded of him by Century. Yet when he
- [Review: Suspicion by Joseph Finder](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/06/02/review-suspicion-by-joseph-finder/) - Hardcover: 400 pages Publisher: Dutton Adult; First Edition edition (May 27, 2014) ISBN-10: 0525954600 Source: Publisher Danny Goodman is a struggling writer and single father, working to raise his daughter alone after his ex-wife dies of cancer. His daughter, Abby, has grown accustomed to attending a private (and expensive) high school and when Danny is
- [TSS: A Month in Review: May 2014](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/06/01/tss-a-month-in-review-may-2014/) - Books Reviewed The Secret Life of Violet Grant by Beatriz Williams Closed Doors by Lisa O’Donnell Suffer the Children by Craig DiLouie The Three by Sarah Lotz Remember Me Like This by Bret Anthony Johnston The Hollow Ground by Natalie S. Harnett By Any Means by Chris Culver The Book of You by Claire Kendal
- [BEA Bound 2014: The Best of Jenn's Bookshelves](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/05/27/bea-bound-2014-the-best-of-jenns-bookshelves/) - As we speak, I'm packing up to head to New York City to attend Book Expo America, the biggest publishing/bookish event in the country. While I do have a list of books I'd have my hands on, there is one book I'm dying to get my hands on: If you are going to be
- [Review: The Secret Life of Violet Grant by Beatriz Williams](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/05/26/review-the-secret-life-of-violet-grant-by-beatriz-williams/) - Hardcover: 448 pages Publisher: Putnam Adult (May 27, 2014) ISBN-10: 0399162178 Source: Publisher Vivian Schuyler is a young, vivacious and determined young woman living in 1960s Manhattan. She's gone against what is expected of her as a budding socialite and has not only graduated from college but has obtained a job at Metropolitan magazine as a fact-checker. Her life takes
- [Summer Book Preview: June 2014, Part III](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/05/24/summer-book-preview-june-2014-part-iii/) - I warned you there were a lot of books I was looking forward to in June! I don't know how I'm going to possibly read them all, but I'm certainly going to try! Following are the final set of books I'm anticipating. I must say, this has been one of my more eclectic book lists! As
- [Summer Book Preview: June 2014, Part II](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/05/23/summer-book-preview-june-2014-part-ii/) - Memorial Day weekend is upon us! Since I'll be traveling next week for BEA (Book Expo America) I hope to spend the weekend relaxing, curled up with a few great books. Some of these books I'm mentioning in these June book previews are certain to be included in my pile of books. Yesterday, I shared
- [Summer Book Preview: June 2014, Part I](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/05/22/summer-book-preview-june-2014-part-i/) - Well, it seems we were graced with just a few days of spring before the heat and humidity of summer made an appearance! With summer brings lazy days of reading, be it spent curled up on a beach or in your favorite chair out on the patio. I'm going to warn you now that this
- [Review: Closed Doors by Lisa O'Donnell ](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/05/21/review-closed-doors-by-lisa-odonnell/) - Hardcover: 256 pages Publisher: Harper (May 20, 2014) ISBN-10: 006227189X Source: Publisher Eleven-year-old Michael Murray lives on a small Scottish island, a community so small that there are no secrets. His mother and grandmother are often found sitting at the kitchen table, gossiping about one person or another. Believing Michael too young to listen in,
- [Review: Suffer the Children by Craig DiLouie](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/05/20/review-suffer-the-children-by-craig-dilouie/) - Paperback: 352 pages Publisher: Permuted Press/Gallery Books (May 20, 2014) ISBN-10: 1476739633 Source: Publisher One day, suddenly, children die. Not just some children, all children, across the globe. The only warning is a headache and comments of strange smells. Then darkness. Medical authorities name the disease Herod's Syndrome, named after Herod the Great, the man who
- [Review: The Book of You by Claire Kendal](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/05/07/review-the-book-of-you-by-claire-kendal/) - Hardcover: 368 pages Publisher: Harper (May 6, 2014) ISBN-10: 0062297600 Source: Publisher He's everywhere. At the train station. Standing outside her door. At the University where she works. His name is Rafe, her constant shadow following one regretful evening. He sends her messages through the post, rifles through her garbage, takes photographs of her while
- [Frightful Friday: By Any Means by Chris Culver](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/05/09/frightful-friday-by-any-means-chris-culver/) - Frightful Friday is a weekly meme in which I feature a particularly scary or chilling book that I've read that week. This week's featured title is By Any Means by Chris Culver: Series: Ash Rashid Paperback: 416 pages Publisher: Grand Central Publishing (May 6, 2014) ISBN-10: 1455525987 Source: Publisher His days as a homicide detective
- [Review: The Hollow Ground by Natalie S. Harnett](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/05/12/review-the-hollow-ground-by-natalie-s-harnett/) - Hardcover: 336 pages Publisher: Thomas Dunne Books (May 13, 2014) ISBN-10: 1250041988 Source: Publisher Eleven-year-old Brigid Howley live in the Pennsylvania coal country. The mines in the ground below their home rage with a deadly ferocity. They are in constant fear of deadly fumes that escape these mines and are often awaken in the middle
- [Review: Remember Me Like This by Bret Anthony Johnston](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/05/14/review-remember-me-like-this-by-bret-anthony-johnston/) - Hardcover: 384 pages Publisher: Random House (May 13, 2014) ISBN-10: 1400062128 Source: Publisher Four years ago Justin Campbell disappeared from his home in the small town of Southport, Texas. The Campbells struggle to find answers, not knowing if he ran away or was abducted. Their lives continue, but a mere shell of the life they
- [Review: The Three by Sarah Lotz](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/05/19/review-the-three-by-sarah-lotz/) - Hardcover: 480 pages Publisher: Little, Brown and Company (May 20, 2014) ISBN-10: 031624290X Source: Publisher One day the unthinkable happens: four planes crash simultaneously around the world. The sole survivors are three children with seemingly no connection. In the days and months that follow and terrorists attacks have been ruled out, conspiracy theorists come out of the woodwork.
- [Review: Desperate by Daniel Palmer](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/05/05/review-desperate-by-daniel-palmer/) - Hardcover: 336 pages Publisher: Kensington House Pub Ltd (April 29, 2014) ISBN-10: 0758293437 Source: Kaye Publicity Gage Dekker lost his first wife and young son in a car accident for which he blames himself. He and his second wife, Anna, were married in less than a year and are now struggling to have their own
- [A Month in Review: April 2014](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/05/02/a-month-in-review-april-2014/) - Books Reviewed The Confabulist by Steven Galloway The Way We Fall & The Lives We Lost by Megan Crewe Everything to Lose by Andrew Gross The Girl Who Came Home: A Novel of the Titanic by Hazel Gaynor The Island of Doves by Kelly O’Connor McNees Code Zero: A Joe Ledger Novel by Jonathan Maberry
- [Review: The Blessings by Elise Juska](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/05/01/review-the-blessings-by-elise-juska/) - Hardcover: 272 pages Publisher: Grand Central Publishing (May 6, 2014) ISBN-10: 1455574031 Source: Publisher The Blessings are a large, tightly-knit family. Celebrations are large and grand like the family itself. When John Blessing, the oldest son, passes away at a young age, his death causes a rippling affect that alters the lives of each generation.
- [Review: The Confabulist by Steven Galloway](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/04/29/review-the-confabulist-by-steven-galloway/) - Hardcover: 320 pages Publisher: Riverhead Hardcover (May 1, 2014) ISBN-10: 1594631964 Source: Publisher Martin Strauss is a confabulist, an individual who creates alternative retellings of memories in attempt to recreate lost memories. Martin has just recently come to terms with this condition and, with guilt, now looks back on an incident that forever altered his
- [Short Review: The Way We Fall & The Lives We Lost by Megan Crewe](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/04/28/short-review-the-way-we-fall-the-lives-we-lost/) - Following are short reviews/commentary on two of the books I read during the readathon! The Way We Fall by Megan Crewe Age Range: 12 - 18 years Series: Fallen World (Book 1) Paperback: 336 pages Publisher: Disney-Hyperion (February 5, 2013) After a virus hits the small island that is home to sixteen-year-old Kaelyn, the government
- [Dewey's 24-Hour Readathon: April 2014 Wrap-Up](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/04/27/deweys-24-hour-readathon-april-2014-wrap-up/) - Considering the progress I'd made as of 10 PM last night, I thought I'd be smart and call it a night. Today (Sunday), we're taking the boys into DC to visit one of the museum exhibits that is closing for renovation..for 5 years. So, going in I knew I had to get some sleep, and
- [Dewey's 24-Hour Readathon: April 2014](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/04/26/deweys-24-hour-readathon-april-2014/) - Today I’m participating in Dewey’s 24-Hour Read-a-thon! So to not inundate my followers with numerous update posts, I will instead, as with past read-a-thons, utilize Tumblr to update you all on my progress. I will post each of these updates below! So, while the look of this post may not drastically change, know that there
- [Spring Book Preview: May 2014, Part III](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/04/24/spring-book-preview-may-2014-part-iii/) - Whew! What a month for books! Below please find the last of my most anticipated books for May! Don't forget to check out Parts I & II! Hangman by Stephan Talty (May 13): New York Times bestselling author Stephan Talty follows the critically-acclaimed Black Irish with the next installment in an explosive crime series sure
- [Spring Book Preview: May 2014, Part II](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/04/23/spring-book-preview-may-2014-part-ii/) - Yesterday, I shared with you the first half of my "most anticipated books" for May post. Today I'm excited to share with you the second part of this list. Like with yesterday's list, click on the book image or title to pre-order. Midnight Crossroad by Charlaine Harris (May 6): FIRST IN A NEW TRILOGY From
- [Spring Book Preview: May 2014, Part I](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/04/22/spring-book-preview-may-2014-part-i/) - Spring is finally here! I don't know about you, but there is nothing I like more than spending the weekend out on the patio, curled up with a great book. May is a great month of books, so much so that I've broken up my list into three! Following is the first of this "trilogy"
- [Femme Fatale Interview: Kate Rhodes (A Killing of Angels, Crossbones Yard)](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/04/21/femme-fatale-interview-kate-rhodes-a-killing-of-angels-crossbone-yard/) - A little over a month ago, I mentioned that I would be rejuvenating a feature I used to host, Femme Fatale. The purpose of this feature is to highlight women in the thriller and mystery genres. Today I am pleased to welcome the first "guest," Kate Rhodes. Kate is the author of A Killing of
- [TSS: A Week in Review](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/04/20/tss-a-week-in-review-5/) - The boys were on Spring Break this week so we used it as an excuse to take the week off and head the Shenandoah Valley of Virginia. We stayed in a 100 year old cabin for five days and, I must say, the time away from busy city life was grand! The cabin was about
- [Review: Everything to Lose by Andrew Gross](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/04/18/review-everything-to-lose-by-andrew-gross/) - Hardcover: 336 pages Publisher: William Morrow (April 22, 2014) ISBN-10: 0061656003 Source: Publisher Hilary Blum is a single-monther, struggling to make ends meet after her husband left her and their autistic son. Losing her job is the last straw and decides to confront her ex-husband. It when she is on her way home from this less-than-productive meeting that she
- [Review: The Girl Who Came Home: A Novel of the Titanic by Hazel Gaynor](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/04/16/review-the-girl-who-came-home-a-novel-of-the-titanic-by-hazel-gaynor/) - Paperback: 384 pages Publisher: William Morrow Paperbacks; First Edition edition (April 1, 2014) ISBN-10: 0062316869 Source: Publisher Fourteen individuals from a small Irish village left their loved ones behind as they embarked on a journey to New York City via the RMS Titanic. A new, better life was awaiting each of them upon their arrival. One of these individuals is Maggie
- [Review: The Island of Doves by Kelly O'Connor McNees](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/04/15/theislandofdoves/) - Paperback: 384 pages Publisher: Berkley Trade (April 1, 2014) ISBN-10: 0425264580 Source: Publisher Susannah Fraser was promised a happy life with her husband, living in one of Buffalo's finest homes. Instead, her home is a prison filled with physical and mental abuse. While all of her material needs are met, the life she is leading is a mere shadow
- [Frightful Friday: Code Zero: A Joe Ledger Novel by Jonathan Maberry (Audiobook)](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/04/11/frightful-friday-code-zero-a-joe-ledger-novel-by-jonathan-maberry-audiobook/) - Frightful Friday is a weekly meme in which I feature a particularly scary or chilling book that I've read that week. This week's featured title is the audiobook production of Code Zero: A Joe Ledger Novel by Jonathan Maberry: Listening Length: 16 hours and 3 minutes Program Type: Audiobook Version: Unabridged Publisher: Macmillan Audio (March 25, 2014)
- [Review: Blood Always Tells by Hilary Davidson](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/04/10/review-blood-always-tells-by-hilary-davidson/) - Hardcover: 320 pages Publisher: Forge Books (April 15, 2014) ISBN-10: 0765333546 Source: Publisher Dominique Monaghan is involved with a married man. Gary Cowan is a former boxer with a history of sketchy behavior. She knows his marriage to socialite Trin Lytton-Jones is a farce and comes up with an elaborate plan to drug him so
- [Review: Under a Silent Moon by Elizabeth Haynes](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/04/09/review-under-a-silent-moon-by-elizabeth-haynes/) - Series: Detective Chief Inspector Louisa Smith Hardcover: 368 pages Publisher: Harper (April 15, 2014) ISBN-10: 0062276026 Source: Publisher One morning, the police are called to a cottage to investigate a murder in a quiet English village. The victim, Polly, is a beautiful young woman, known for having multiple affairs with both men and women. Her
- [Review: Until You're Mine by Samantha Hayes](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/04/08/review-until-youre-mine-by-samantha-hayes/) - Hardcover: 368 pages Publisher: Crown; First Edition edition (April 15, 2014) Language: English Source: Publisher Claudia Morgan-Brown finally has the life she's dreamed of. She's pregnant with her first child, her incredibly caring and supportive husband, James, by her side. Unfortunately, James' career as a naval officer requires him to travel quite a bit, leaving
- [Review: Black Chalk by Christopher J. Yates](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/04/07/review-black-chalk-by-christopher-j-yates/) - Paperback: 352 pages Publisher: Random House UK (April 1, 2014) ISBN-10: 1846557283 Source: Publisher Six friends, students at Oxford University, create a game. The game is made up of a series of actions, a truth or dare of sorts. The consequences of failing to complete the actions start off quiet simple and gradually become more
- [Review: The Remedy by Thomas Goetz](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/04/04/review-the-remedy-by-thomas-goetz/) - Hardcover: 320 pages Publisher: Gotham (April 3, 2014) ISBN-10: 159240751X Source: Publisher In the late 19th century, tuberculosis was the leading cause of death in Europe in the United States. Not only did doctors not know how to treat it, they didn't even know how it originated. When Robert Koch, a young German doctor, surmises that it is
- [Thank you, Cara Hoffman (Be Safe I Love You)](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/04/02/thank-you-cara-hoffman-be-safe-i-love-you/) - Sometimes, readers get the opportunity to embrace a book so powerful and moving that it literally leaves them speechless. Typically, I can explain my feelings about things quite easily. That is, until I read Cara Hoffman's Be Safe I Love You. First, I should give you the premise. Be Safe I Love You is about
- [Review: The Storied Life of A. J. Fikry by Gabrielle Zevin](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/03/31/review-the-storied-life-of-a-j-fikry-by-gabrielle-zevin/) - Hardcover: 272 pages Publisher: Algonquin Books (April 1, 2014) ISBN-10: 1616203218 Source: Publisher A.J. Fikry is...to put it gently, a curmudgeon. After his wife passes away, he discovers his life isn't as he planned. The small independent bookstore the couple owned on the small island of Alice is suffering. It's peak season is summer when vacationers
- [TSS: A Month in Review: March 2014](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/03/30/tss-a-month-in-review-march-2014/) - Books Reviewed Frightful Friday: Runner by Patrick Lee Mind of Winter by Laura Kasischke The Deepest Secret by Carla Buckley The Revenant of Thraxton Hall: The Paranormal Casebooks of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle by Vaughn Entwistle The Bear by Claire Cameron The Weight of Blood by Laura McHugh While Beauty Slept by Elizabeth Blackwell Frightful
- [Frightful Friday: Runner by Patrick Lee](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/03/28/frightful-friday-runner-by-patrick-lee/) - Frightful Friday is a weekly meme in which I feature a particularly scary or chilling book that I've read that week. This week's featured title is the audiobook production of Runner by Patrick Lee: Listening Length: 8 hours and 39 minutes Program Type: Audiobook Version: Unabridged Publisher: Macmillan Audio (February 18, 2014) Source: Personal copy Sam Dryden is
- [Review: Mind of Winter by Laura Kasischke](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/03/26/review-mind-of-winter-by-laura-kasischke/) - Hardcover: 288 pages Publisher: Harper (March 25, 2014) ISBN-10: 0062284398 Source: Publisher Holly Judge awakens on a snowy Christmas morning with remnants of a nightmare racing through her head. Thirteen years ago, she and her husband traveled to Russia to adopt their daughter, Tatiana. The thought that races through her head - Something followed them
- [Review: The Deepest Secret by Carla Buckley](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/03/24/review-the-deepest-secret-by-carla-buckley/) - Hardcover: 448 pages Publisher: Bantam (February 4, 2014) ISBN-10: 0345535243 Source: Publisher Eve Lattimore and her family live on a quiet, suburban street. From the outside, it seems as though they live a relatively normal life. Unfortunately, that's not the case. Her fourteen-year-old son, Tyler, lives with a rare disease that prevents him from going outside during the day.
- [Spring Book Preview: April 2014, Part II](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/03/20/spring-book-preview-april-2014-part-ii/) - Yesterday, I shared the first half of the April releases I'm most excited about. Who knew April was such a big book month!? Following is the second half of that list, including publisher's summary and links to preorder. Get your wallets ready! Robot Uprisings (April 8): As real robots creep into our lives, so does a sense
- [Spring Book Preview: April 2014](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/03/19/spring-book-preview-april-2014/) - Spring is just around the corner...make that meteorological Spring! I don't know about you, but I'm growing quite tired of the drastic changes in weather. One day it's sunny the next day the ground is covered in snow. The one plus to the cold weather is having more time to examine upcoming books! Following are
- [Review: The Revenant of Thraxton Hall: The Paranormal Casebooks of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle by Vaughn Entwistle](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/03/18/review-the-revenant-of-thraxton-hall-the-paranormal-casebooks-of-sir-arthur-conan-doyle-by-vaughn-entwistle/) - Series: Paranormal Casebooks of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle (Book 1) Hardcover: 336 pages Publisher: Minotaur Books (March 25, 2014) ISBN-10: 1250035007 Source: Publisher Arthur Conan Doyle is the most hated man in London after he kills off the beloved character of Sherlock Holmes in "The Final Problem." When he is invited to come to a meeting of the Society for Psychical
- [Audiobook Review: The Bear by Claire Cameron](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/03/14/audiobook-review-the-bear-by-claire-cameron/) - Listening Length: 6 hours and 22 minutes Program Type: Audiobook Version: Unabridged Publisher: Hachette Audio (February 11, 2014) Five year old Anna is camping with her parents and three year old brother Alex (affectionately referred to as Stick) on a remote island. She is awakened to hear her mother yelling ("Momma never yells, except maybe twice") and
- [Review: The Weight of Blood by Laura McHugh](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/03/11/review-the-weight-of-blood-by-laura-mchugh/) - Hardcover: 320 pages Publisher: Spiegel & Grau (March 11, 2014) ISBN-10: 081299520 Source: Publisher Seventeen year old Lucy Dane lives in the small town of Henbane, deep in the Ozark Mountains. She knows loss personally and deeply, for her own mother went missing when Lucy was an infant. Her friend Cheri, a mentally challenged young
- [The Revitalization of Femme Fatale ](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/03/06/the-revitilzation-of-femme-fatale/) - Longtime readers may recall a web series I used to write called Femme Fatale. The point of the series was to highlight books written by female mystery/thriller writers. As I reminisced, I contemplated rejuvenating this series. Then I read this article about the disparagingly few number of female mystery and thriller writers who get reviewed,
- [Audiobook Review: While Beauty Slept by Elizabeth Blackwell](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/03/10/audiobook-review-while-beauty-slept-by-elizabeth-blackwell/) - Publisher: Tantor Media; Unabridged,MP3 - Unabridged CD edition (February 20, 2014) ISBN-10: 1452667896 Source: Personal copy When Elise Darliss' mother falls victim to the pox, Elise flees her home on a farm and seeks employment as a maid at the castle. It doesn't take long for her to rise up the ranks from chambermaid to
- [TSS: Anniversary Special: Pros & Cons of Blogging](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/03/09/tss-anniversary-special/) - Yesterday, Jenn's Bookshelves turned six years old! I must say, it's been a wonderful six years. As I was contemplating how (or if) I was going to celebrate this year, I reflected back on some of the more interesting things I've experienced as a blogger. A few years ago, I shared some advice that
- [Frightful Friday: The Seeker by R. B. Chesterton](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/03/07/frightful-friday-the-seeker-by-r-b-chesterton/) - Frightful Friday is a weekly meme in which I feature a particularly scary or chilling book that I've read that week. This week's featured title is The Seeker by R. B. Chesterton: Hardcover: 352 pages Publisher: Pegasus (March 6, 2014) ISBN-10: 1605985007 Source: Publisher Seeking remote solace to work on her dissertation, Aine Cahill travels
- [Review: The Accident by Chris Pavone](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/03/05/review-the-accident-by-chris-pavone/) - Hardcover: 400 pages Publisher: Crown (March 11, 2014) ISBN-10: 0385348452 Source: Publisher Isabel Reed is a literary agent who still relishes in reading hardcopy manuscripts, refusing to embrace the digital age. One day, a strange manuscript lands on her desk. The author, anonymous, writes an authorized biography of Chris Wolfe, a media mogul. What is revealed in this
- [Review: Above by Isla Morley](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/03/03/review-above-by-isla-morley/) - Hardcover: 384 pages Publisher: Gallery Books (March 4, 2014) ISBN-10: 1476731527 Source: Publisher At just sixteen years old, Blythe Hallowell is abducted by a survivalist, kept prisoner in an abandoned missile silo. She tries without success to escape, he captor spouting stories about the the end of the world. He believes that the two of them alone are humankind's salvation,
- [A Month in Review: February 2014](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/03/01/a-month-in-review-february-2014/) - Books Reviewed The Troop by Nick Cutter After I’m Gone by Laura Lippman A Killing of Angels by Kate Rhodes The Headmaster’s Wife by Thomas Christopher Greene Fallen Beauty by Erika Robuck Snowblind by Christopher Golden The Winter People by Jennifer McMahon The Good Luck of Right Now by Matthew Quick The Martian by Andy
- [Frightful Friday: The Troop by Nick Cutter](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/02/28/frightful-friday-the-troop/) - Frightful Friday is a weekly meme in which I feature a particularly scary or chilling book that I've read that week. This week's featured title is The Troop by Nick Cutter: Hardcover: 368 pages Publisher: Gallery Books (February 25, 2014) ISBN-10: 1476717710 Source: Publisher Scoutmaster Tom Riggs leads his scouts on an annual trip
- [Review: After I'm Gone by Laura Lippman](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/02/27/review-after-im-gone-by-laura-lippman/) - Hardcover: 352 pages Publisher: William Morrow (February 11, 2014) ISBN-10: 0062083392 Source: Publisher Felix Brewer sustains his family, including wife Bambi and three daughters, via a lucrative, yet not necessarily legal, business. Facing jail time, he disappears without a trace leaving his family and stripper mistress, Julie, in his wake. Despite his lucrative business, Felix's
- [Review: A Killing of Angels by Kate Rhodes](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/02/26/review-a-killing-of-angels-by-kate-rhodes/) - Series: Alice Quentin Series (Book 2) Hardcover: 336 pages Publisher: Minotaur Books (February 25, 2014) ISBN-10: 125001431X Source: Publisher Psychologist Alice Quentin vowed to never work with the police again. Her last experience left her battered and bruised, both physically and mentally. Yet when Detective Don Burns asks for her help on a case, she can't refuse. Burns sat by her
- [Review: The Headmaster's Wife by Thomas Christopher Greene](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/02/24/review-the-headmasters-wife-by-thomas-christopher-greene/) - Hardcover: 288 pages Publisher: Thomas Dunne Books (February 25, 2014) ISBN-10: 1250038944 Source: Publisher Being a headmaster is in Arthur Winthrop's genes. Like his father before him, he serves as the headmaster of Lancaster School, an elite private school in Vermont. Lancaster School is his life; he grew up there, went to school there, and
- [TSS: Week in Review](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/02/23/tss-week-in-review-4/) - Another week has come to an end. We've been teased with spring weather this week but the cold temps and snow are just around the corner again. As usual, the boys are keeping us active with all their activities: skiing trips, school concerts, basketball, & birthday parties. I really am glad they are so active!
- [Spring Book Preview: March 2014, Part II](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/02/19/spring-book-preview-march-2014-part-ii/) - Earlier this week, I shared the first half of the March book releases I'm really excited about. As if you need any more recommendations, below please find the remaining titles on my most anticipated list of March book releases! As usual, I've included the publisher summary. Click on the book to preorder or to learn
- [Review: Fallen Beauty by Erika Robuck](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/02/18/review-fallen-beauty-by-erika-robuck/) - Paperback: 384 pages Publisher: NAL Trade (March 4, 2014) ISBN-10: 0451418905 Source: Publisher Laura Kelly is a young seamstress living in 1928 upstate New York. After her father's death and her own "fall from grace" (becoming pregnant out of wedlock), the only way Laura and her young daughter, Grace, can survive is by the kindness of others. Unfortunately,
- [Spring Book Preview: March 2014, Part I](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/02/17/spring-book-preview-march-2014-part-i/) - I know it's hard to believe based on the current weather conditions, but spring is right around the corner. With it comes some fresh new faces and the reappearance of old favorites. I seem to say this each month, but March is a big month for books, especially considering so many outstanding books are publishing
- [TSS: A Week in Review](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/02/16/tss-a-week-in-review-4/) - I'm baaack!! My insane travel season is over and I'm finally getting back in to my reading groove! It's definitely a gradual thing; I have discovered that since I haven't had a lot of time to read, I've definitely become a pickier reader. So many books have been started, only to be put down,
- [Frightful Friday: Snowblind by Christopher Golden](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/02/14/frightful-friday-snowblind/) - Frightful Friday is a weekly meme in which I feature a particularly scary or chilling book that I've read that week. This week's featured title is Snowblind by Christopher Golden: Hardcover: 320 pages Publisher: St. Martin's Press; First Edition edition (January 21, 2014) ISBN-10: 1250015316 Source: Publisher Twelve years ago, the small new England town of Coventry was hit
- [Review: The Winter People by Jennifer McMahon](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/02/12/review-the-winter-people-by-jennifer-mcmahon/) - Hardcover: 336 pages Publisher: Doubleday (February 11, 2014) ISBN-10: 0385538499 Source: Publisher West Hall, Vermont has a centuries-old history of strange disappearances and activity tracked back to old, family legends. The most infamous is that of Sara Harrison Shea, found dead shortly after her daughter Gertie's death. The only witness to her death was her
- [Review: The Good Luck of Right Now by Matthew Quick](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/02/11/review-the-good-luck-of-right-now-by-matthew-quick/) - Hardcover: 304 pages Publisher: Harper (February 11, 2014) ISBN-10: 006228553X Source: Publisher Bartholomew Neil has cared for his mother for the entire thirty-eight years of his life. When she passes away from cancer, he's left with an emptiness in his life. He has no concept of living on his own, free of obligation and co-dependence.
- [Review: The Martian by Andy Weir](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/02/10/review-the-martian-by-andy-weir/) - Hardcover: 384 pages Publisher: Crown (February 11, 2014) ISBN-10: 0804139024 Source: Publisher Mark Watney is one of several astronauts making up the crew of the Ares 3 mission to Mars. Just days into their mission, the Acidalia region is hit by a dust storm. Believed to be killed during the storm, Mark is left...alone...on Mars.
- [Book Club Discussion: Labor Day by Joyce Maynard](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/02/05/book-club-discussion-labor-day-by-joyce-maynard/) - Yesterday evening, I led the fiction book club at One More Page books in our discussion of Labor Day by Joyce Maynard. To start off the meeting, we enjoyed a delicious pie baked by Tiffany, one of the book club members. She didn't use a recipe, instead baking the pie based on the information relayed
- [A Month in Review: January 2014](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/02/03/a-month-in-review-january-2014/) - Books Reviewed Ripper by Isabel Allende Cocaine Blues (Phryne Fisher Mysteries) by Kerry Greenwood Stumptown Volume 1 by Greg Rucka Snow White Must Die by Nele Neuhaus Mayhem by Sarah Pinborough What I Had Before I Had You by Sarah Cornwell Ex-Purgatory by Peter Clines The Kept by James Scott Return to Tradd Street by
- [Review: Ripper by Isabel Allende](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/01/29/review-ripper-by-isabel-allende/) - Hardcover: 496 pages Publisher: Harper (January 28, 2014) ISBN-10: 0062291408 Source: Publisher Amanda Jackson has always been interested in the evil side of human nature. It started at a relatively young age and has progressed so dramatically that she, along with her grandfather, take part in an online mystery group. While originally created to investigate the unsolved Jack the
- [Review: Cocaine Blues (Phryne Fisher Mysteries) by Kerry Greenwood](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/01/27/review-cocaine-blues-phryne-fisher-mysteries-by-kerry-greenwood/) - Program Type: Audiobook Listening Length: 5 hours and 50 minutes Version: Unabridged Publisher: Bolinda Publishing Pty Ltd (August 29, 2010) Phryne (pronounced Fry-knee) Fisher lives a life of wealth and luxury in 1920s England. Bored of this high-society life, she goes to Melbourne, Australia to help a family friend, Lydia Andrews. Lydia's aristocratic parents are certain someone is trying to
- [Review: Stumptown Volume 1 by Greg Rucka](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/01/24/review-stumptown-volume-1-by-greg-rucka/) - Hardcover: 144 pages Publisher: Oni Press (April 5, 2011) ISBN-10: 1934964379 Source: Personal copy Dex is a private investigator in a bit of a slump. Not only is business slow, but she in debt with the Confederated Tribes of the Wind Coast to a tune of $18,000. Sue-Lynne, head of the Wind Coast's casino, offers
- [Review: Snow White Must Die by Nele Neuhaus](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/01/22/review-snow-white-must-die-by-nele-neuhaus/) - Paperback: 400 pages Publisher: Minotaur Books; Reprint edition (December 24, 2013) ISBN-10: 1250039770 Source: Publisher Eleven years ago, then twenty-year-old Tobias Sartorius was convicted of killing two seventeen-year-old girls based on circumstantial evidence alone and sentenced to ten years in prison. After his release, Tobias returns to his home in a small village. His family
- [Winter Book Preview: February 2014, Part II](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/01/20/winter-book-preview-february-2014-part-ii/) - Yesterday, I shared the first half of the books I'm most anticipating in February. Following is the second, slightly longer, list of books I'm looking forward to! Once again, I've included the publisher's summary. Click on the image to preorder the book! The Bear by Claire Cameron (Feb. 11): A powerful suspense story narrated by
- [TSS: Winter Book Preview: February 2014, Part I](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/01/19/tss-winter-book-preview-february-2014-part-i/) - I know I said that January was an awesome month for books, but February is looking pretty outstanding as well! So outstanding that, once again, I must break it up into two lists! Following is Part 1 of February books I am highly anticipating! Once again, I've included the publisher's summary: White is for Witching
- [Frightful Friday: Mayhem by Sarah Pinborough](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/01/17/frightful-friday-mayhem-by-sarah-pinborough/) - Frightful Friday is a weekly meme in which I feature a particularly scary or chilling book that I've read that week. This week's featured title is Mayhem by Sarah Pinborough: Hardcover: 400 pages Publisher: Jo Fletcher Books (January 14, 2014) ISBN-10: 1623650860 Source: Publisher (egalley) The detectives of Scotland Yard are already immersed in the
- [Review: What I Had Before I Had You by Sarah Cornwell](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/01/15/review-what-i-had-before-i-had-you-by-sarah-cornwell/) - Hardcover: 288 pages Publisher: Harper (January 7, 2014) ISBN-10: 0062237845 Source: Publisher Olivia Reed didn't have the most stable of childhoods. Her older sisters, twins, were stillborns who died a year before Olivia was born and are forever memorialized by her mother, Myla, a bipolar psychic. One of Olivia's many tasks around their home is
- [Mini-Review: Ex-Purgatory by Peter Clines](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/01/13/mini-review-ex-purgatory-by-peter-clines/) - Series: Ex Paperback: 352 pages Publisher: Broadway Books (January 14, 2014) ISBN-10: 0804136610 Source: Publisher George Bailey is your average, everyday kind of guy. During the day, he works as a handyman at a local community college. His nights, however, are filled with magnificent dreams in which he's a super hero, battling hordes of zombies.
- [Book Club Discussion: Favorite Books of 2013](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/01/08/book-club-discussion-favorite-books-of-2013/) - In addition to blogging, working full-time and raising a family, I am also the fiction book club leader at One More Page Books. Each January we have a unique way of celebrating the first meeting of the year. Held right after the holidays, I knew many of the book club members wouldn't have time to
- [Review: The Kept by James Scott](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/01/06/review-the-kept-by-james-scott/) - Hardcover: 368 pages Publisher: Harper (January 7, 2014) ISBN-10: 0062236733 Source: Publisher Set in 1867 at an isolated farm in upstate New York, Elspeth Howell, a midwife, returns home to find her husband and four of her children brutally murdered. Before she is able to locate her remaining son, she too becomes a victim of
- [TSS: A Week in Review](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/01/05/tss-a-week-in-review-3/) - Here's to a new year full of fresh new starts and new beginnings! While I enjoyed all the time off, the busy travel season for work has started for me. While airplane time means more reading time, it's quite exhausting by the time it's all over! So, bear with me if things slow down and
- [Review: Return to Tradd Street by Karen White](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/01/03/review-return-to-tradd-street-by-karen-white/) - Series: Tradd Street (Book 4) Paperback: 336 pages Publisher: NAL Trade (January 7, 2014) ISBN-10: 0451240596 Source: Publisher Melanie Middleton is struggling to get on with her life after refusing Jack's proposal. Pregnant and determined to raise the child on her own, Melanie is determined to complete the necessary renovations to her home before the
- [A Year in Review: 2013](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2014/01/01/a-year-in-review-2013/) - It seems cliche to say it, but wow, did this year go by quickly! It feels like I was just writing this post for 2012! As with years past, I like to wrap up the year by focusing on my favorite books of the year. I'm not going to dare state that these are the
- [Review: Starter House by Sonja Condit](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2013/12/31/review-starter-house-by-sonja-condit/) - Paperback: 400 pages Publisher: William Morrow Paperbacks (December 31, 2013) ISBN-10: 0062283057 Source: Publisher When Lacey and Eric, a young expectant couple, began their home-shopping journey, Lacey knew exactly what she wanted in a house. Growing up with unstable living arrangements and a flighty mother, she wanted more for her unborn child. When she saw "the house," she
- [Review: The Descent by Alma Katsu](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2013/12/30/review-the-descent-by-alma-katsu/) - Series: The Taker Trilogy Paperback: 352 pages Publisher: Gallery Books (January 7, 2014) ISBN-10: 1451651821 Source: Publisher *Please Note: This is the third book in a trilogy. If you have not read the previous two books, The Taker and The Reckoning *gasp* please do not proceed in reading this review.* Lanore McIlvrae has struggled to
- [Winter Book Preview: January 2014 Part II](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2013/12/20/winter-book-preview-january-2014-part-ii/) - Yesterday, I shared with you the first half of the books I'm really looking forward to in January. January is such a big month in books I had to split the list in two! Like with yesterday's post, these are listed by date of publication and include the publisher's summary. Enjoy! Before We Met by
- [Winter Book Preview: January 2014, Part I](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2013/12/19/winter-book-preview-january-2014-part-i/) - I started this preview series in early Fall in the hopes to make it a regular thing. December is/was a crazy month so apologies in advance for leaving that month out. Traditionally, December is a quiet month for publishing so let's use that as an excuse. January is a BIG month in books. Whether you're
- [Review: Rise Again Below Zero by Ben Tripp](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2013/12/16/review-rise-again-below-zero-by-ben-tripp/) - Paperback: 352 pages Publisher: Gallery Books; Original edition (December 17, 2013) ISBN-10: 1451668325 Source: Publisher It's been two years since billions of the dead rose, hungry for human flesh. Sheriff Danielle Adelman now leads a band of survivors through the decimated Midwest. The dead have evolved: mixed in among the savage zombies (or zeroes) are
- [TSS: Week in Review](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2013/12/15/tss-week-in-review-3/) - Whew! I don't know about you but the holiday season is really catching up on me! While we finished Christmas shopping relatively early, getting prepared for family coming into town is a bit overwhelming! Thankfully, the boys' extracurricular schedules are calming down for the holiday so that helps tremendously! My crazy busy schedule has me
- [A Special Holiday Giveaway: GoneReading Gift Certificate](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2013/12/11/a-special-holiday-giveaway-gone-reading-gift-certificate/) - 'Tis the season of gifts and giving. In the 5+ years I've been blogging, by heart has been warmed by the generosity and appreciation of my readers. As as special thank you I, with the help of GoneReading, have a special giveaway for one lucky reader of this blog. The winner will win a $25
- [Review: The Sowing by K. Makansi ](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2013/12/10/review-the-sowing-by-k-makansi/) - Paperback: 290 pages Publisher: Layla Dog Press (August 14, 2013) ISBN-10: 0989867110 Source: Publisher After religious wars and subsequent famine destroyed much of the population, the society that remained formed an intricate set of farms all for the sake of creating a food source that will sustain the population. Three years ago, a brutal massacre took place, fueling an
- [Review: Rustication by Charles Palliser](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2013/12/09/review-rustication-by-charles-palliser/) - Hardcover: 336 pages Publisher: W. W. Norton & Company (November 4, 2013) ISBN-10: 0393088723 Source: Publisher It is the winter 1863. Seventeen year old Richard Shenstone has been suspended from Cambridge amid a cloud of suspicion. He seeks temporary solace in a crumbling old mansion currently inhabited by his mother and sister, Effie, now impoverished after his father's death. They hoped
- [TSS: Wrapping up Cozy Mystery Week!](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2013/12/08/tss-wrapping-up-cozy-mystery-week/) - Well, this has certainly been a hectic and crazy week. My grandfather passed away last Friday so we traveled to West Virginia for his services. It was a beautiful trip, listening to other people talk about how my grandfather changed their life. Grandpa was always my Superman - there was really nothing he couldn't do
- [Cozy Mystery Week: The Thrill of the Haunt (Haunted Guesthouse Mysteries) by E. J. Copperman](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2013/12/07/cozy-mystery-week-the-thrill-of-the-haunt-haunted-guesthouse-mysteries-by-e-j-copperman/) - Series: A Haunted Guesthouse Mystery (Book 5) Mass Market Paperback: 304 pages Publisher: Berkley (November 5, 2013) ISBN-10: 0425252396 Source: Author Alison Kerby is used to a house full of spirits. The guest house she recently purchased is home to a handful of spirits, one being her own father. Tourists have been flocking to her guest house in hopes of
- [Cozy Mystery Week: Witch Way To Murder by Shirley Damsgaard](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2013/12/05/cozy-mystery-week-witch-way-to-murder-by-shirley-damsgaard/) - Mass Market Paperback: 304 pages Publisher: Avon; English Language edition (August 30, 2005) ISBN-10: 0060793481 Source: Library Ophelia Jensen is a small-town librarian who refuses to acknowledge her psychic powers. She moved to this small town after an incident from her past left her with severe post-traumatic stress syndrome. Her grandmother, Abby, sees know reason to deny or hide
- [Cozy Mystery Week:How to Murder a Millionaire: A Blackbird Sisters Mystery by Nancy Martin](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2013/12/04/cozy-mystery-weekhow-to-murder-a-millionaire-a-blackbird-sisters-mystery-by-nancy-martin/) - Mass Market Paperback: 272 pages Publisher: Signet (October 1, 2002) ISBN-10: 0451207246 Source: Personal copy When Nora Blackbird's parents flee the country, evading tax-collectors, they leave Nora and her sisters with mounds of debt. Their property is divided among the three Blackbird sisters: Emma is gifted the art collection, Libby the furniture collection and Nora, the family land and
- [Cozy Mystery Week Day 2: Rosemary and Crime by Gail Oust](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2013/12/03/cozy-mystery-week-day-2-rosemary-and-crime-by-gail-oust/) - Hardcover: 320 pages Publisher: Minotaur Books (December 17, 2013) ISBN-10: 1250011043 Source: Publisher Piper Prescott, recently divorced, opted to use all the money she received in the settlement to follow her lifelong dream: opening a spice shop, Spice it Up!, in her small Georgia town. For the grand opening, Piper arranged for a local chef
- [Kicking Off Cozy Mystery Week: Family Skeleton Series by Leigh Perry](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2013/12/02/kicking-off-cozy-mystery-week-family-skeleton-series-by-leigh-perry/) - I'm thrilled that Cozy Mystery Week is finally here! Honestly, I use this feature as an excuse to make time to discover new cozy mystery series as well as give some attention to some of my long-time favorites! Today, we're kicking off with a new cozy mystery series by Leigh Perry, the Skeleton in the
- [2013 Thankfully Reading Weekend: The Wrap-Up](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2013/12/01/2013-thankfully-reading-weekend-the-wrap-up/) - Ahhh...yet another Thankfully Reading Weekend comes to a close! While I didn't get nearly as much reading accomplished as I planned, I did enjoy the time spent with my boys creating new traditions and memories. As you wrap up your Thankfully Reading Weekend, think about that book, be it one you read this weekend or
- [2013 Thankfully Reading Weekend: Day 3](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2013/11/30/2013-thankfully-reading-weekend-day-3/) - It's day three of Thankfully Reading Weekend! How did everyone do yesterday? We put up our tree yesterday so I didn't get as much reading accomplished as I would love liked but I hope to make up for that today! Today's challenge is hosted by Jennifer over at Literate Housewife. Her challenge: list three to five
- [2013 Thankfully Reading Weekend: Day 2 ](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2013/11/29/2013-thankfully-reading-weekend-day-2/) - It's day two of Thankfully Reading Weekend! How did everyone do yesterday? Full stomachs, plenty of reading time...sounds like bliss to me! I don't know about you, but I'm looking forward to a day of reading at home, avoiding the retail madness! We're heading out later today for a Thanksgiving parade but other than that,
- [2013 Thankfully Reading Weekend: The Kickoff](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2013/11/28/2013-thankfully-reading-weekend-the-kickoff/) - It's time!! This is the official kick off post for Thankfully Reading! Instead of braving the crowds and shopping this weekend, we're spending our time curled up with a book! Not starting your Thankfully Reading Weekend until tomorrow or Saturday? Don't worry, link up your post whenever you are ready! Feel free to link up
- [Review: Speak of the Devil by Allison Leotta](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2013/11/26/review-speak-of-the-devil-by-allison-leotta/) - Hardcover: 288 pages Publisher: Touchstone; First Edition edition (August 6, 2013) ISBN-10: 145164485X Source: Author D.C. sex-crimes prosecutor Anna Curtis barely has time to celebrate her recent engagement before she's called in to investigate a horrific crime. A group of men from MS-13, a local street gang, attack a brothel, leaving a wake of brutal
- [Review: Adé: A Love Story by Rebecca Walker](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2013/11/21/review-ade-a-love-story-by-rebecca-walker/) - Hardcover: 128 pages Publisher: Little A / New Harvest (October 29, 2013) ISBN-10: 054414922X Source: Publisher A nineteen-year-old college student and her friend, Miriam, embark on a trip to Africa. The unnamed narrator's life is forever altered upon arriving in Egypt, feeling as though she is finally home. With almond-shaped eyes and dark skin, she's
- [Review: Cut to the Bone: A Body Farm Novel by Jefferson Bass](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2013/11/19/review-cut-to-the-bone-a-body-farm-novel-body-farm-novel-by-jefferson-bass/) - Series: Body Farm Novel Hardcover: 368 pages Publisher: William Morrow (September 24, 2013) ISBN-10: 0062262300 Source: Publisher It's the summer of 1992. Dr. Bill Brockton is the head of the University of Tennessee's Anthropology Department. After having his credibility tested while on the stand, Brockton is desperate to find a gauge for estimating a victim's
- [Audiobook Review: Skulduggery Pleasant by Derek Landy](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2013/11/18/audiobook-review-skulduggery-pleasant-by-derek-landy/) - Age Range: 10 and up Publisher: HarperCollins; Unabridged edition (April 10, 2007) ISBN-10: 0061341045 Source: Personal copy Twelve-year-old Stephanie is confused when, after her eccentric uncle passes away, she is on the list to attend the reading of the will. There, a stranger appears, a man bundled up in a scarf, coat, and hat. He's
- [Review: Rising Sun, Falling Shadow by Daniel Kalla](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2013/11/14/review-rising-sun-falling-shadow-by-daniel-kalla/) - Hardcover: 352 pages Publisher: Forge Books (September 24, 2013) ISBN-10: 0765337649 Source: Publisher *Note: This is the sequel to The Far Side of the Sky. It is recommended that you read this book first. 1943 Shanghai: Over 20,000 Jewish refugees seeking safety in Shanghai are forced by the Japanese to move into a "relocation" camp, a one-kilometer area known
- [Review: Steelheart by Brandon Sanderson](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2013/11/12/review-steelheart-by-brandon-sanderson/) - Age Range: 12 and up/Grade 7 and up Hardcover: 400 pages Publisher: Delacorte Press; First Edition edition (September 24, 2013) ISBN-10: 0385743564 Source: Publisher A decade ago Calamity came, a meteor that gave people extraordinary powers. Soon these individuals began to be referred to as Epics. Rather than using their power for good, they demanded
- [Introducing Cozy Mystery Week 2013](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2013/11/11/introducing-cozy-mystery-week-2013/) - The fall/winter months are times of year best spent curled up with a blanket and a nice book. Even better, a cozy mystery! Cozies are certainly one of my favorite types of books that, unfortunately, I don’t have the opportunity to read as much a I’d like. So, what better reason to read about them
- [TSS: Week in Review](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2013/11/10/tss-week-in-review-2/) - Fall is definitely in the air here! Frost on the ground, dressing in layers, and treats/forecasts of snow next week! I won't complain! I think this is the perfect time of year to curl up with a book! It was a quiet week on the blog. I'm just getting over the cold so I
- [Review: Death Overdue by Mary Lou Kirwin](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2013/11/07/review-death-overdue-by-mary-lou-kirwin/) - Series: Librarian Mysteries Paperback: 256 pages Publisher: Gallery Books; Original edition (November 5, 2013) ISBN-10: 145168466 Source: Publisher In this second book in the Librarian Mystery series, Minnesota librarian Karen Nash is in London helping Caldwell, her love interest, locate a site for their dream bookstore. This is a big step for her; it wasn't
- [Review: The Whole Golden World by Kristina Riggle](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2013/11/05/review-the-whole-golden-world-by-kristina-riggle/) - Paperback: 448 pages Publisher: William Morrow Paperbacks (November 5, 2013) ISBN-13: 978-0062206459 Source: Publisher Rain and her husband, TJ, a popular high school teacher, are struggling with infertility. Each month Rain if faced with defeat at the news she isn't pregnant. She thought that this was going to be the most difficult challenge she and
- [#Mx3 Guest Post: The First Book to Terrify Me (The House with a Clock in Its Walls by John Bellairs)](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2013/11/02/mx3-guest-post-the-first-book-to-terrify-me-the-house-with-a-clock-in-its-walls-by-john-bellairs/) - I know, I know. Halloween is over! That said, I received so many great contributions to The First Book to Terrify Me! series that I couldn't turn them away! I will continue to feature them over the next few Saturdays! Today's guest post comes from Belle from Ms.Bookish.com! Middle Grade Shivers: The House with a Clock in
- [Thankfully Reading Weekend 2013](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2013/11/04/thankfully-reading-weekend-2013/) - Don't shoot the messenger, but Thanksgiving is just a few weeks away. I'm pleased to announce that I will once again be hosting Thankfully Reading Weekend! Want to avoid the crowds & shopping on Black Friday? Plan on spending a nice, quiet holiday at home? Join us! Once again this year, Jennifer from Literate Housewife
- [2013 Murder, Monsters & Mayhem Wrap-Up](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2013/11/03/2013-murder-monsters-mayhem-wrap-up/) - Yet another year of Murder, Monsters & Mayhem has come to an end! Its always a lot of worth but well worth it in the end! This year I introduced a new series of guest posts, The First Book to Terrify Me and I truly loved reading all the submissions! So, in case you missed it,
- [Mother & Son Book Club: The Real Boy by Anne Ursu Discussion Part One](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2013/11/01/mother-son-book-club-the-real-boy-by-anne-ursu-discussion-part-one/) - Today we're kicking off discussion of the first book selection for the Mother & Son Book Club, The Real Boy by Anne Ursu! This discussion will last for several days on this post, so don't worry if you and your son have not finished the reading! Also, feel free to hop in on the
- [#Mx3 Guest Post: The First Book to Terrify Me (Pet Sematary by Stephen King)](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2013/10/31/mx3-guest-post-the-first-book-to-terrify-me-pet-sematary-by-stephen-king/) - I am really excited to share today's First Book to Terrify Me guest post! This one comes from Jennifer Connor of Literate Housewife. When Jennifer indicated an interest in participating in this series, she opted to face her fears and do a reread of the first book to terrify her, Pet Sematary, in preparation for
- [Guest Review: Desmond Pucket Makes Monster Magic by Mark Tatulli](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2013/10/30/guest-review-desmond-pucket-makes-monster-magic-by-mark-tatulli/) - Age Range: 7 - 12 years Series: Amp! Comics for Kids Hardcover: 240 pages Publisher: Andrews McMeel Publishing (October 1, 2013) ISBN-10: 1449435483 Source: Publisher Today, I'm excited to welcome my youngest son, Justin (8), for a guest review! He's only reviewed a few books for me but, as he gets older, he's interested in
- [#Mx3 Guest Post: The First Book To Terrify Me (A Clockwork Orange and Nineteen Eighty-Four)](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2013/10/29/mx3-guest-post-the-first-book-to-terrify-me-a-clockwork-orange-and-nineteen-eighty-four/) - In today's edition of The First Book to Terrify Me, I am pleased to welcome Sarah Woodberry, who blogs over at WordHits! The Book(s) That First terrified Me: A Clockwork Orange and Nineteen Eighty-Four There are two books that first terrified me in a way that I hadn’t known reading could do. Neither is a
- [#Mx3 Review: The Waking Dark by Robin Wasserman](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2013/10/28/mx3-review-the-waking-dark-by-robin-wasserman/) - Hardcover: 464 pages Publisher: Knopf Books for Young Readers (September 10, 2013) ISBN-10: 0375868771 Source: Publisher The citizens of the small town of Oleander, Kansas call it the killing day: five people with seemingly no connection commit murders, killing 12 individuals, then attempt to kill themselves. In four out of five cases, they succeeded. A
- [Murder Monsters & Mayhem: Week 4 Wrap-Up](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2013/10/27/murder-monsters-mayhem-week-4-wrap-up-2/) - I can't believe we're down to the last week of Murder, Monsters & Mayhem. I've certainly enjoyed it; I hope you have too! Before we start the final week, let's do a wrap-up of last week: Review: Suburban Legends: True Tales of Murder, Mayhem, and Minivans by Sam Stall Guest Post: The First Book To
- [#Mx3 Review: Suburban Legends: True Tales of Murder, Mayhem, and Minivans by Sam Stall](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2013/10/25/mx3-review-suburban-legends-true-tales-of-murder-mayhem-and-minivans-by-sam-stall/) - Print Length: 240 pages Publisher: Quirk Books (October 1, 2013) Source: Publisher (via Edelweiss) In this collection of horrifying true stories, Stall proves that living in the suburbs isn't as quiet or calm as one would tend to believe. In stories ranging from hauntings to brutal killings and supernatural creatures, Stall terrifies readers with tales
- [Mx3 Guest Post: The First Book To Terrify Me (The Handmaid’s Tale by Margaret Atwood)](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2013/10/24/mx3-guest-post-the-first-book-to-terrify-me-the-handmaids-tale-by-margaret-atwood/) - Welcome to yet another edition of The First Book to Terrify Me! Today's guest poster is Nicole Wolverton. Nicole (pictured here at the age of 14 on a day when she was not horrified, except perhaps by her awesome 80s hair) is an adult and young writer of thrillers and horror fiction. The Millions calls
- [#Mx3 Review: Delia's Shadow by Jaime Lee Moyer](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2013/10/23/mx3-review-delias-shadow-by-jaime-lee-moyer/) - Hardcover: 336 pages Publisher: Tor Books; First Edition edition (September 17, 2013) ISBN-10: 0765331829 Source: Personal Copy Delia Martin is a wealthy young woman living in early 20th century San Francisco. She holds a unique gift; she can see, and communicate, with spirits of the deceased. She's returned to her home, certain that it holds
- [#Mx3 Guest Post: The First Book That Terrified Me (.44 by Jimmy Breslin and Dick Schaap)](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2013/10/22/mx3-guest-post-the-first-book-that-terrified-me-44-by-jimmy-breslin-and-dick-schaap/) - For today's edition of The First Book That Terrified Me, I am pleased to welcome author Matthew Dicks! Matthew is the author of three novels, his most recent being MEMOIRS OF AN IMAGINARY FRIEND, published in the United States in August of 2012. He's a teacher, parent, DJ and occasional minister and a life coach. Check out
- [Murder Monsters & Mayhem: Week 3 Wrap-Up](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2013/10/20/murder-monsters-mayhem-week-3-wrap-up-2/) - Yet another week of Murder, Monsters, & Mayhem has come to an end! I hope you enjoyed it as much as I did! Here's a quick recap: Review: The Raven’s Gift by Don Rearden Guest Post: The First Book That Terrified Me (Skeleton Crew by Stephen King) Review: Asylum by Madeleine Roux Guest Post: The
- [#Mx3 Review: Parasite by Mira Grant](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2013/10/21/mx3-review-parasite-by-mira-grant/) - Hardcover: 512 pages Publisher: Orbit (October 29, 2013) ISBN-10: 0316218952 Source: Publisher (via Netgalley) Sal nearly lost her life after being struck by a vehicle, so close that her family was days away from pulling her from life support. Then she woke up. Her miraculous recovery was attributed to the Intestinal Bodyguard, a genetically engineered
- [#Mx3 Review: The Raven's Gift by Don Rearden](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2013/10/18/mx3-review-the-ravens-gift-by-don-rearden/) - Paperback: 288 pages Publisher: Pintail (June 25, 2013) ISBN-10: 014318749X Source: Library copy John Morgan and his wife, Anna, are excited to start their next adventure in life as new teachers in a Yup'ik Eskimo village in remote Alaska. While wary and anxious, they both see it as a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. Sure, it will take
- [#Mx3 Guest Post: The First Book That Terrified Me (Skeleton Crew by Stephen King)](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2013/10/17/mx3-guest-post-the-first-book-that-terrified-me-skeleton-crew-by-stephen-king/) - Welcome to another edition of The First Book That Terrified Me! Today's guest post comes from Eric Beetner. Eric Beetner is the author of The Devil Doesn't Want Me, Dig Two Graves, Stripper Pole At The End Of The World & the story collection, A Bouquet Of Bullets. He is co-author (with JB Kohl) of the
- [Mx3 Review: Asylum by Madeleine Roux](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2013/10/16/mx3-review-asylum-by-madeleine-roux/) - Hardcover: 320 pages Publisher: HarperCollins (August 20, 2013) ISBN-10: 0062220969 Source: Personal Copy Sixteen-year-old Dan Crawford is looking forward to starting the summer program at New Hampshire College Prep. He's not really part of the "in-crowd" at his high school and he's looking forward to making some friends before he starts college the following year.
- [Mx3 Guest Post: The First Book That Terrified You (Salem's Lot by Stephen King)](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2013/10/15/mx3-guest-post-the-first-book-that-terrified-you-salems-lot-by-stephen-king/) - I'm pleased to welcome Julie from Whimpulsive (aka SuziQOregon) for today's First Book That Terrified You guest post! Julie is " an avid reader who lives outside of Portland, Oregon with The Hubster and two incredibly spoiled cats. I am (alphabetically) a beersnob, blogger, booklover, duck football fan, evil genius trainee, oregonian, photographer-wannabe, wine-enjoyer, &
- [TSS: 2013 Murder Monsters & Mayhem: Week 2 Wrap-Up](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2013/10/13/tss-2013-murder-monsters-mayhem-week-2-wrap-up/) - I certainly hope you've enjoyed week two of Murder, Monsters & Mayhem! Here's a quick wrap-up: Review: A Cold Season by Alison Littlewood Guest Post: The Book That First Terrified You (The Books of Blood by Clive Barker) Review: This House Is Haunted by John Borne Review: Allison Hewitt Is Trapped: A Zombie Novel by
- [#Mx3 Review: The Red Queen Dies by Frankie Y. Bailey](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2013/10/14/mx3-review-the-red-queen-dies-by-frankie-y-bailey/) - Hardcover: 304 pages Publisher: Minotaur Books (September 10, 2013) ISBN-10: 0312641753 Source: Publisher The year is 2019. Police detective Hannah McCabe is charged with investigating the deaths of two women, both killed when the drug phenol was injected into their hearts. When a third victim is found, a Broadway actress Vivian Jessup, all stakes are
- [Dewey's 24-Hour Readathon: October 2013](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2013/10/12/deweys-24-hour-readathon-october-2013/) - Today I'm participating in Dewey's 24-Hour Read-a-thon! So to not inundate my followers with numerous update posts, I will instead, as with past read-a-thons, utilize Tumblr to update you all on my progress. I will post each of these updates below! So, while the look of this post may not drastically change, know that there
- [#Mx3 Review: A Cold Season by Alison Littlewood](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2013/10/11/mx3-review-a-cold-season-by-alison-littlewood/) - Hardcover: 304 pages Publisher: Jo Fletcher Books (September 24, 2013) ISBN-10: 1623650224 Source: Wunderkind PR After Cass' husband, a soldier, is declared missing while serving in the Middle East, she packs up her son, Ben, and returns to Darnshaw, a village she herself lived in as a child. The village has a dark past of
- [Mx3 Guest Post: The Book That First Terrified You (The Books of Blood by Clive Barker)](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2013/10/09/mx3-guest-post-the-book-that-first-terrified-you-the-books-of-blood-by-clive-barker/) - Continuing with this special feature, today I am pleased to welcome Kai from Fiction State of Mind to share about the book that first terrified her! The Books of Blood by Clive Barker I still can remember the first time I heard Clive Barkers name. I was sitting in the kitchen, a cereal bowl on
- [Mx3 Review: This House Is Haunted by John Boyne](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2013/10/08/mx3-review-this-house-is-haunted-by-john-boyne/) - Paperback: 304 pages Publisher: Other Press (October 8, 2013) ISBN-10: 1590516796 Source: Publisher Twenty-one year old Eliza Cain lives alone with her father. The two share a fondness for the writing of Charles Dickens and, despite her father's ailing health, the two attend a reading by Dickens himself. The cold, wet weather takes a toll
- [Mx3 Review: Allison Hewitt Is Trapped: A Zombie Novel by Madeleine Roux](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2013/10/07/mx3-review-allison-hewitt-is-trapped-a-zombie-novel-by-madeleine-roux/) - Paperback: 352 pages Publisher: St. Martin's Griffin; First Edition edition (January 18, 2011) ISBN-10: 0312658907 Source: Library Allison Hewitt and her coworkers at Brooks and Peabody Bookstore are trapped together when the zombie outbreak hits. Allison is able to keep in touch with the outside world through her blog and the military's wireless network. Eventually,
- [2013 Murder Monsters & Mayhem: Week 1 Wrap-Up](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2013/10/06/2013-murder-monsters-mayhem-week-1-wrap-up/) - I certainly hope you've enjoyed week one of Murder, Monsters & Mayhem! Here's a quick wrap-up: Review: Day One By Nate Kenyon Review: Doctor Sleep by Stephen King (Audiobook) Guest Post: The First Book that Terrified You -IT by Stephen King If you've reviewed a horror/thriller/mystery book or movie, or done a Halloween post of
- [Mx3 Review: Day One By Nate Kenyon](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2013/10/04/mx3-review-day-one-by-nate-kenyon/) - Hardcover: 304 pages Publisher: Thomas Dunne Books (October 1, 2013) ISBN-10: 1250013216 Source: Publisher John Hawke, at one time, was a prominent technology reporter but an ethical transgression forced him into unemployment. Haunted by the mistakes of his past, Hawke barely gets by on freelance assignments. With a wife, a young son, and another child
- [Mx3 Review: Doctor Sleep by Stephen King (Audiobook)](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2013/10/03/mx3-review-doctor-sleep-by-stephen-king-audiobook/) - Listening Length: 18 hours and 35 minutes Version: Unabridged Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio, September 24, 2013 Source: Publisher We're all familiar with Danny Torrance, the young boy who, with his mother, barely survived a horrific experience at the Overlook Hotel. Now an adult, Dan Torrance continues to fight the evil that haunts him. Despite promises to avoid
- [Mx3 Guest Post: The First Book that Terrified You -IT by Stephen King](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2013/10/02/mx3-guest-post-the-first-book-that-terrified-you-it-by-stephen-king/) - I decided to start a new special feature this year for Murder, Monsters, & Mayhem. Once a week, a special guest will write about the first book that terrified them. For our inaugural post, I am pleased to welcome Kelly, a fellow horror movie buff and blogger extraordinaire! Kelly lives in Baltimore with her dog, Sam.
- [Mx3 2013: The Kick-Off!](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2013/10/01/mx3-2013-the-kick-off/) - It's here, it's here! The day we've all been waiting for (ok, maybe it's just me!) Cooler weather is upon us, leaves changing color before falling to the ground. With fall comes the perfect opportunity to curl up with your favorite spooky read, be it paranormal, horror, suspense or thriller. And so, it is time
- [Review: Cartwheel by Jennifer Dubois](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2013/09/30/review-cartwheel-by-jennifer-dubois/) - Hardcover: 384 pages Publisher: Random House (September 24, 2013) ISBN-10: 0812995864 Source: Publisher Lily Hayes opts to spend a semester abroad in Buenos Aires and is instantly enamored by the culture around her. She rooms with another young woman from the United States, Katy, but Lily is more interested in becoming immersed in the culture and people around her than
- [Mother & Son Book Club: Debut Selection Announcement](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2013/09/24/mother-son-book-club-debut-selection-announcement/) - I was so excited to see there was so much interest in a Mother & Son Book Club! Looking at all the responses, and the age range for those children signed up to participate, I thought long and hard about the first selection. I'm pleased to announce the first selection is: The Real Boy by
- [TSS: A Week In Review](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2013/09/22/tss-a-week-in-review-2/) - What a whirlwind of a week! It's a crazy busy time of year for me at work so I'm not getting a while lot of reading done lately. I hope to make that up soon! I have been able to listen to audiobooks, though, and squealed with delight when I received...you guessed it...Doctor Sleep earlier
- [Tales of a (Formerly) Reluctant Reader: Guys Read: Other Worlds by Jon Scieszka](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2013/09/18/tales-of-a-formerly-reluctant-reader/) - Tales of a (formerly) Reluctant Reader is a feature in which my oldest son John, a formerly reluctant reader) discusses books that he thinks other reluctant readers (former or not) will enjoy! Today's book is Guys Read: Other Worlds : Age Range: 8 and up Grade Level: 3 - 7 Paperback: 352 pages Publisher: Walden
- [Guest Post: D.J. MacHale (Guys Read: Other Worlds)](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2013/09/17/guest-post-d-j-machale-guys-read-other-worlds/) - Today I am pleased to welcome D.J. MacHale, one of the contributing authors to Guys Read: Other Worlds for a guest post today. This title, along with the other Guys Read titles, are excellent novels for reluctant readers (especially boys)! My own son has enjoyed each and every one of them. Stay tuned for his
- [Bookish Ramblings: Rights as a Reader/Reviewer](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2013/09/16/bookish-ramblings-rights-as-a-readerreviewer/) - This weekend, I got into the most interesting conversation about my blog, specifically what gives me the right to review a book. The conversation started out quite simple, something like this: Person X: Oh, you review books? Are you writing one yourself? Me: Oh, no, I have no interest in writing a book. I prefer
- [TSS: Review: Rivers by Michael Farris Smith](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2013/09/15/tss-review-rivers-by-michael-farris-smith/) - Hardcover: 352 pages Publisher: Simon & Schuster (September 10, 2013) ISBN-10: 1451699425 Source: Publisher After years of debilitating and destructive hurricanes in the Gulf coast, the United States government, unable to sustain or assist the depleted region, has drawn new boundary lines. The new boundary, ninety miles north of the coastline, is referred to as the Line. Anyone south
- [Frightful Friday: Ode to Stephen King's The Shining](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2013/09/13/frightful-friday-ode-to-stephen-kings-the-shining/) - This week's Frightful Friday post is a little different. Rather than featuring a chilling title I read this week, instead I will focus on a title that has continued to haunt me for most of my life: Stephen King's The Shining. Since Doctor Sleep, the sequel to The Shining, is due out in a little
- [Review: The Book of Someday by Dianne Dixon](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2013/09/11/review-the-book-of-someday-by-dianne-dixon/) - Hardcover: 368 pages Publisher: Sourcebooks Landmark (September 3, 2013) ISBN-10: 1402285728 Source: Publisher "No matter how painful your life has been, you have the choice to learn from your past and then leave it. You have the choice. Every day. To love and be loved. To find your purpose. To work and to give. And to shape your
- [Review: Help for the Haunted by John Searles](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2013/09/09/review-help-for-the-haunted-by-john-searles/) - Hardcover: 368 pages Publisher: William Morrow (September 17, 2013) ISBN-10: 0060779632 Source: Publisher Sylvie Mason's parents don't have traditional occupations. Instead, they are demonologists, helping those haunted from spirits beyond seek peace. It was pretty normal for them to receive calls late at night, but one night, they receive a more pressing call. They wake
- [Introducing: Mother & Son Book Club](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2013/09/05/introducing-mother-son-book-club/) - One of the many ways my son & I connect is through books. While he goes through phases when he's lost interest in reading, when he does discover a book he's loved I'm the first one to know. This is something I want to nurture: the relationship he and I have together surrounding books. In
- [TSS: Week in Review](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2013/09/08/tss-week-in-review/) - Well, we survived the first week of school! Our oldest started eighth grade and our youngest, third. Thankfully, the first day was free from drama; I seemed to be more overwhelmed than the boys! While we had some hints of fall weather, today the temps were back to the average for this time of year.
- [Frightful Friday: The Edge of Normal by Carla Norton](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2013/09/06/frightful-friday-the-edge-of-normal-by-carla-norton/) - Frightful Friday is a weekly meme in which I feature a particularly scary or chilling book that I've read that week. Have you read a chilling book this week? Tell us about it in the comments below! The featured title this week is The Edge of Normal by Carla Norton: Hardcover: 320 pages Publisher: Minotaur
- [Review: Lexicon by Max Barry](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2013/09/04/review-lexicon-by-max-barry/) - Hardcover: 400 pages Publisher: Penguin Press HC, The; First Edition edition (June 18, 2013) ISBN-10: 1594205388 Source: Personal copy Imagine a world in which a few words can illicit a response from an individual, relinquishing their ability to resist commands. That world is real. In an exclusive school outside of Arlington, VA, students aren't taught
- [A Month in Review: July 2013 Edition](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2013/08/01/a-month-in-review-july-2013-edition/) - Books Reviewed A Tap on the Window by Linwood Barclay Drift by Jon McGoran The Big Reap by Chris F. Holm The Last Camellia by Sarah Jio Big Girl Panties by Stephanie Evanovich World War Z: The Complete Edition: An Oral History of the Zombie War by Max Brooks The Never List by Koethi Zan
- [TSS: A Month in Review: August 2013](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2013/09/01/tss-a-month-in-review-august-2013/) - Wow, where did August go!? I swear just yesterday I was writing up a post for July! In a few days, my boys start back up at school and (hopefully) the fall weather will soon be upon us! Books Reviewed The Returned by Jason Mott Troubled Daughters, Twisted Wives: Stories from the Trailblazers of Domestic
- [Bookish Ramblings: How Setting Influences Your Reading Experience](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2013/08/30/bookish-ramblings-how-setting-influences-your-reading-experience/) - This week, the JCrew has been on a mini-vacation of sorts. We're holed up in a quaint little cabin in the mountains of Southwest Virginia, just a few miles from the WV border. We figured this trip would be a great way to spend the final days of summer before the boys start school again
- [R.eaders I.mbibing P.eril, VIII ](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2013/08/28/r-eaders-i-mbibing-p-eril-viii/) - It's here, it's here! R.eaders I.mbibing P.eril, VII! hHosted by Carl over at Stainless Steel Droppings, this is an event I look forward to each year. To me, it is R.I.P. that kicks off the fall season and all things spooktacular! For those unfamiliar with R.I.P. (gasp), here are the details: Mystery. Suspense. Thriller. Dark
- [Review: Let Me Go by Chelsea Cain](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2013/08/15/review-let-me-go-by-chelsea-cain/) - Series: Archie Sheridan & Gretchen Lowell (Book 6) Hardcover: 368 pages Publisher: Minotaur Books; First Edition edition (August 13, 2013) ISBN-10: 0312619812 Source: Personal copy *Note: This title is the sixth book in a series. There may be spoilers listed in the review below. Please avoid if you have not read the previous books in
- [Review: The Returned by Jason Mott](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2013/08/26/review-the-returned-by-jason-mott/) - Hardcover: 352 pages Publisher: Harlequin MIRA (August 27, 2013) ISBN-10: 0778315339 Source: Publisher In 1966, Harold and Lucille Hargrave's son died at his eighth birthday party. Now in their seventies, their lives have resumed without him, filled with loss and regret. Then the dead begin to return, not as zombie-like version of their previous selves
- [TSS: Fall Preview: October 2013](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2013/08/25/tss-fall-preview-october-2013/) - Yesterday, I shared the September book releases worth checking out. Now, on to October! My favorite month of the year. October brings fall weather, Halloween and...spooky books. You'll notice quite a few of those in this list! The Tilted World by Tom Franklin & Beth Ann Fennelly: Written by New York Times bestselling author of Crooked
- [Fall Preview: September 2013](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2013/08/24/fall-preview-september-2013/) - Last night, I had the pleasure of joining Katie and Swapna as we discussed the books we were most looking forward to this fall. It was a pretty daunting task, I must say! We only had an hour to accomplish this. In total, our combined list had 52 books! Since my list was quite long I'm going
- [Review: Troubled Daughters, Twisted Wives: Stories from the Trailblazers of Domestic Suspense by Sarah Weinman](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2013/08/22/review-troubled-daughters-twisted-wives-stories-from-the-trailblazers-of-domestic-suspense-by-sarah-weinman/) - Paperback: 384 pages Publisher: Penguin Books (August 27, 2013) ISBN-10: 0143122541 Source: Publisher We're all familiar with modern bestselling crime fiction authors like Gillian Flynn and Tana French, but before them were a host of trailblazing women writers who paved the path for others like them. In Troubled Daughters, Twisted Wives: Stories from the Trailblazers
- [Review: Night Film by Marisha Pessl](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2013/08/19/review-night-film-by-marisha-pessl/) - Hardcover: 624 pages Publisher: Random House (August 20, 2013) ISBN-10: 140006788X Source: Publisher "I love to put my characters in the dark. It's only then that I can see exactly who they are." Scott McGrath is an investigative journalist who knows his fair share about Stanislas Cordova, an infamous director of horror films so horrifying
- [TSS: A Week in Review](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2013/08/18/tss-a-week-in-review/) - What a beautiful week! We got teased with some fall weather last week. I loved waking up to cooler temperatures. We still have a bit of summer to go but this little fall preview has me craving cooler weather! Speaking of fall previews, next Friday, I will be joining Swapna and Katie at One More Page
- [Frightful Friday: Human Remains by Elizabeth Haynes](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2013/08/16/frightful-friday-human-remains-by-elizabeth-haynes/) - Frightful Friday is a weekly meme in which I feature a particularly scary or chilling book that I've read that week. The featured title this week is Human Remains by Elizabeth Haynes: Paperback: 464 pages Publisher: Harper Paperbacks (August 20, 2013) ISBN-10: 006227676X Source: Publisher Despite the fact she doesn't have many friends, Annabel would
- [Operation: Scare Me!](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2013/08/14/operation-scare-me/) - I have this Halloween blog feature coming up in a few months you may have heard me talk about once or twice. Each year, I try to do something new to add a bit of excitement and interest. As I was plotting ideas I was reminded of a recurring issue I have: I have read
- [Review: Son of a Gun by Justin St. Germain](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2013/08/12/review-son-of-a-gun-by-justin-st-germain/) - Hardcover: 256 pages Publisher: Random House (August 13, 2013) ISBN-10: 1400068622 Source: Publisher In September of 2001, when the mother of twenty-year-old Justin St. Germain is murdered at the hands of her fifth husband in Tombstone, AZ, it is written off as "A real-life old West murder mystery." Despite its famous history, Tombstone is still
- [Frightful Friday: Save Yourself by Kelly Braffet](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2013/08/09/frightful-friday-save-yourself-by-kelly-braffet/) - Frightful Friday is a weekly meme in which I feature a particularly scary or chilling book that I've read that week. The featured title this week is Save Yourself by Kelly Braffet: Hardcover: 320 pages Publisher: Crown (August 6, 2013) ISBN-10: 0385347340 Source: Publisher Patrick and Mike Cusimano's father is serving time in jail for
- [Gearing Up For Murder, Monsters & Mayhem: 2013!](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2013/08/05/gearing-up-for-murder-monsters-mayhem-2013/) - In the event you've been living under a rock, you may not have heard about my planning for my big feature of the year, the fourth-annual Monsters, Murders, Mayhem (which I fondly refer to as Mx3)! It's a month long celebration of horror and thriller books that takes place in October. Think Frightful Friday,
- [Review: Multiple Exposure: A Sophie Medina Mystery by Ellen Crosby](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2013/08/08/review-multiple-exposure-a-sophie-medina-mystery-by-ellen-crosby/) - Hardcover: 320 pages Publisher: Scribner (August 6, 2013) ISBN-10: 1451659288 Source: Publisher Photojournalist Sophie Medina has just returned to London after an assignment to find her husband missing. A geologist and undercover CIA operative, Nick's disappearance opens up a host of implications. A few months later, Sophie is trying to come to terms with the
- [TSS: The Black Widow Club by Hilary Davidson](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2013/08/04/tss-the-black-widow-club-by-hilary-davidson/) - Have you ever discovered an author whose books you devour the moment they are published? Literally want/need to read everything that author has written? Well, that's how I feel with the extremely talented and fellow ginger-haired Hilary Davidson. I've read and reviewed all three books in Hilary's Lily Moore series (The Damage Done, The Next One
- [Frightful Friday: The Wicked Girls by Alex Marwood](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2013/08/02/frightful-friday-the-wicked-girls-by-alex-marwood/) - Frightful Friday is a weekly meme in which I feature a particularly scary or chilling book that I've read that week. The featured title this week is The Wicked Girls by Alex Marwood: Paperback: 384 pages Publisher: Penguin Books; Reprint edition (July 30, 2013) ISBN-10: 0143123866 Source: Publisher In the summer in 1986, two eleven-year
- [Review: A Tap on the Window by Linwood Barclay](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2013/07/31/review-a-tap-on-the-window-by-linwood-barclay/) - Hardcover: 512 pages Publisher: NAL Hardcover (August 6, 2013) ISBN-10: 0451414187 Source: Publisher Two months ago Cal Weaver's teenage son, Scott, died in a tragic accident. The grief Cal and his wife, Donna, have endured is forcing them apart. His obsession in learning what really happened that fateful evening has consumed Cal. He uses his
- [Review: Drift by Jon McGoran](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2013/07/29/review-drift-by-jon-mcgoran/) - Hardcover: 384 pages Publisher: Forge Books; 1 edition (July 9, 2013) ISBN-10: 0765334704 Source: Publisher Doyle Carrick, a narcotics investigator for the Philadelphia police, loses both his mother and his step-father in a matter of weeks. The emotional turmoil sends him spiraling out of control and Doyle finds himself on a twenty-day suspension. No other plans in mind,
- [Frightful Friday: The Big Reap by Chris F. Holm](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2013/07/26/frightful-friday-the-big-reap-by-chris-f-holm/) - Frightful Friday is a weekly meme in which I feature a particularly scary or chilling book that I've read that week. This week's featured title is The Big Reap by Chris F. Holm: Mass Market Paperback: 384 pages Publisher: Angry Robot (July 30, 2013) ISBN-10: 0857663429 Source: Publisher *Note: This is the third book in
- [Review: The Last Camellia by Sarah Jio](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2013/07/23/review-the-last-camellia-by-sarah-jio/) - Paperback: 320 pages Publisher: Plume (May 28, 2013) ISBN-10: 0452298393 Source: Publisher The beginning of the Second World War is eminent. Flora, an amateur botanist, works in her family's bakery in New York City. Times are tough; her father is often approached by those he owes money to. So, when she is approached by a
- [Review: Big Girl Panties by Stephanie Evanovich](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2013/07/22/review-big-girl-panties-by-stephanie-evanovich/) - Hardcover: 336 pages Publisher: William Morrow (July 9, 2013) ISBN-10: 0062224840 Source: Publisher Holly is a thirty-two year old widow. After her husband's death, food was her only source of comfort. She didn't plan on getting as large but without anyone to stop her, she frequently binge-eats rather than dealing with her loss. Logan Montgomery
- [Frightful Friday: World War Z: The Complete Edition: An Oral History of the Zombie War by Max Brooks](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2013/07/19/frightful-friday-world-war-z-the-complete-edition-an-oral-history-of-the-zombie-war-by-max-brooks/) - Frightful Friday is a weekly meme in which I feature a particularly scary or chilling book that I've read that week.This week's featured title is the audiobook production of World War Z by Max Brooks: Audio CD Length: 12 hrs and 8 mins Publisher: Random House Audio ISBN-10: 0804165734 Source: Personal copy The Zombie
- [Review: The Never List by Koethi Zan](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2013/07/17/review-the-never-list-by-koethi-zan/) - Hardcover: 320 pages Publisher: Pamela Dorman Books (July 16, 2013) ISBN-10: 0670026514 Source: Publisher Sarah and Jennifer have been best friends for years. Together, they kept a list of actions and behaviors to avoid at all risks, the most risky and dangerous situations to become involved in. One night, however, they go against everything they've
- [Review: Countdown City by Ben H. Winters](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2013/07/16/review-countdown-city-by-ben-h-winters/) - Paperback: 320 pages Publisher: Quirk Books (July 16, 2013) ISBN-10: 1594746265 Source: Publisher In this second volume of the Last Policeman trilogy, only 77 days remain before a asteroid collides with Earth. The Concord police now report to the U.S. Justice Department leaving Detective Hank Palace without a job. Still, every day he dons his suit
- [Review: The Exiles by Allison Lynn](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2013/07/15/review-the-exiles-by-allison-lynn/) - Hardcover: 336 pages Publisher: Little A / New Harvest (July 2, 2013) ISBN-10: 054410210X Source: Publisher After realizing their Manhattan lifestyle was far more than they could afford, Nate Bedecker, Emily Latham, and their ten-month-old son Trevor, leave the city and head to Newport, Rhode Island. Nate was "the only pauper on Wall Street" and
- [Review: Close My Eyes by Sophie McKenzie](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2013/07/10/review-close-my-eyes-by-sophie-mckenzie/) - Hardcover: 400 pgs Publisher: St. Martin's Press (July 9, 2013) ISBN: 9781250033895 Source: Publisher Geniver Loxley's world ended when her daughter died at birth eight years ago. Formerly a successful writer, her career has now evolved into a teaching career. She and her husband, Art, have tried to conceive with medical assistance for years to
- [Review: Whistling Past the Graveyard by Susan Crandall](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2013/07/09/review-whistling-past-the-graveyard-by-susan-crandall/) - Hardcover: 320 pgs. Publisher: Gallery Books (July 2, 2013) ISBN-10: 1476707723 Source: Publisher My daddy says that when you do somethin' to distract you from your worstest fears, it's like whistlin' past the graveyard. You know, making a racket to keep the scaredness and the ghosts away. He says that's how we get by sometimes.
- [It's Monday! What Are You Reading This Week?](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2013/07/08/its-monday-what-are-you-reading-this-week-201/) - It's Monday! What Are You Reading This Week? This is a weekly event to list the books completed last week, the books currently being read, and the books to be finish this week. It is hosted by Sheila from One Person's Journey Through a World of Books so stop by and join in! Books Completed Last
- [Review: Tampa by Alissa Nutting](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2013/07/02/review-tampa-by-alissa-nutting/) - Hardcover: 272 Pages Publisher: Ecco (July 2, 2013) ISBN-10: 0062280546 Source: Publisher Celeste Price is a middle-school teacher in Tampa, FL. She chose this career so she could have what she desired most right at her fingertips: young boys in their early teens. Starting in her own teen years, Celeste realized that she had a
- [A Month in Review: June 2013](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2013/07/01/a-month-in-review-june-2013/) - Books Reviewed The Demonologist by Andrew Pyper * The Last Original Wife by Dorothea Benton Frank The Illusion of Separateness by Simon Van Booy * The Impossible Lives of Greta Wells by Andrew Sean Greer The Ocean at the End of the Lane by Neil Gaiman * Death of the Demon by Anne Holt Studio
- [Frightful Friday: The Demonologist by Andrew Pyper](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2013/06/28/frightful-friday-the-demonologist-by-andrew-pyper/) - Frightful Friday is a weekly meme in which I feature a particularly scary or chilling book. This week's featured title is the audiobook production of The Demonologist by Andrew Pyper: Listening Length: 9 hours and 15 minutes Version: Unabridged Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio (March 5, 2013) Source: Publisher David Ullman is a professor at Columbia, known
- [Review: The Last Original Wife by Dorothea Benton Frank](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2013/06/27/review-the-last-original-wife-by-dorothea-benton-frank/) - Hardcover: 368 pages Publisher: William Morrow; First Edition edition (June 11, 2013) ISBN-10: 0062132466 Source: Publisher Leslie Anne Greene Carter is just about to turn sixty. She married young to Wesley and a majority of her life has been devoted to being a good wife and a doting mother. In their Atlanta social circle, she
- [Review: The Illusion of Separateness by Simon Van Booy](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2013/06/25/review-the-illusion-of-separateness-by-simon-van-booy/) - Hardcover: 224 pages Publisher: Harper; First Edition edition (June 11, 2013) ISBN-10: 0062112244 Source: Publisher In Simon Van Booy's most recent masterpiece, he explores how characters that are seemingly unrelated are tied together, responsible for one another's fate.The one thing that ties each of these individuals together is a seemingly insignificant act of kindness, an
- [Review: The Impossible Lives of Greta Wells by Andrew Sean Greer](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/2013/06/24/review-the-impossible-lives-of-greta-wells-by-andrew-sean-greer/) - Hardcover: 304 pages Publisher: Ecco (June 25, 2013) ISBN-10: 0062213784 Source: Publisher When Greta's twin brother passes away and a long-term relationship ends, Greta Wella is inconsolable, in a severe state of depression. Her doctor suggests a treatment involving electroshock therapy. The result is beyond what Greta could have imagined. After each treatment she awakens
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## Authors

- [Tina Seskis](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/authors/tina-seskis/)
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- [Jennifer L. Armentrout](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/authors/jennifer-l-armentrout/)
- [Jonathan MaberryGeorge A. Romero](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/authors/jonathan-maberrygeorge-a-romero/)
- [Elizabeth Kostova](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/authors/elizabeth-kostova/)
- [Elizabeth Hand](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/authors/elizabeth-hand/)
- [Francesca Hornak](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/authors/francesca-hornak/)
- [Chloe Benjamin](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/authors/chloe-benjamin/)
- [A. J. Finn](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/authors/a-j-finn/)
- [C. J. Tudor](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/authors/c-j-tudor/)
- [Leila Slimani](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/authors/leila-slimani/)
- [Alma Katsu](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/authors/alma-katsu/)
- [Scott Thomas](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/authors/scott-thomas/)
- [Michelle McNamara](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/authors/michelle-mcnamara/)
- [Christine Mangan](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/authors/christine-mangan/)
- [Jonathan Maberry](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/authors/jonathan-maberry/)
- [Ellison Cooper](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/authors/ellison-cooper/)
- [Zoje Stage](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/authors/zoje-stage/)
- [Erin Bowman](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/authors/erin-bowman/)
- [Miriam Parker](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/authors/miriam-parker/)
- [Christina Dalcher](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/authors/christina-dalcher/)
- [Gretchen McNeil](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/authors/gretchen-mcneil/)
- [Gilly Macmillan](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/authors/gilly-macmillan/)
- [Jimmy Cajoleas](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/authors/jimmy-cajoleas/)
- [Lydia Kang](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/authors/lydia-kang/)
- [Camilla Way](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/authors/camilla-way/)
- [Hester Fox](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/authors/hester-fox/)
- [Lou Berney](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/authors/lou-berney/)
- [Mary Downing Hahn](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/authors/mary-downing-hahn/)
- [Adam Silvera](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/authors/adam-silvera/)
- [Emma Rous](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/authors/emma-rous/)
- [Kris Waldherr](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/authors/kris-waldherr/)
- [Steven Rowley](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/authors/steven-rowley/)
- [Angie Kim](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/authors/angie-kim/)
- [Elizabeth Gilbert](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/authors/elizabeth-gilbert/)
- [Adrian McKinty](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/authors/adrian-mckinty/)
- [Neil Olson](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/authors/neil-olson/)
- [Clay McLeod Chapman](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/authors/clay-mcleod-chapman/)
- [Shaun Hamill](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/authors/shaun-hamill/)
- [Tade Thompson](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/authors/tade-thompson/)
- [Tananarive Due](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/authors/tananarive-due/)
- [John Vercher](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/authors/john-vercher/)
- [Kiley Reid](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/authors/kiley-reid/)
- [Scott Carson](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/authors/scott-carson/)
- [Stephanie Wrobel](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/authors/stephanie-wrobel/)
- [Rachel Harrison](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/authors/rachel-harrison/)
- [N. K. Jemisin](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/authors/n-k-jemisin/)
- [Martha Wells](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/authors/martha-wells/)
- [Camilla Bruce](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/authors/camilla-bruce/)
- [Julie Clark](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/authors/julie-clark/)
- [J. Courtney Sullivan](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/authors/j-courtney-sullivan/)
- [Alice Feeney](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/authors/alice-feeney/)
- [Charlotte McConaghy](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/authors/charlotte-mcconaghy/)
- [Stephen Graham Jones](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/authors/stephen-graham-jones/)
- [V. E. Schwab](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/authors/v-e-schwab/)
- [T. Kingfisher](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/authors/t-kingfisher/)
- [Amy Bruni](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/authors/amy-bruni/)
- [Michael Koryta](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/authors/michael-koryta/)
- [Laura McHugh](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/authors/laura-mchugh/)
- [T. J. Newman](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/authors/t-j-newman/)
- [Shawn Sarles](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/authors/shawn-sarles/)
- [Sarah Glenn Marsh](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/authors/sarah-glenn-marsh/)
- [Alison Ames](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/authors/alison-ames/)
- [April Asher](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/authors/april-asher/)
- [Iris Yamashita](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/authors/iris-yamashita/)

## Narrators

- [Caitlin Davies](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/narrators/caitlin-davies/)
- [Charlotte Parry](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/narrators/charlotte-parry/)
- [Christian Coulson](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/narrators/christian-coulson/)
- [Haley Joel Osment](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/narrators/haley-joel-osment/)
- [Tatiana Maslany](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/narrators/tatiana-maslany/)
- [Kate Mulgrew](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/narrators/kate-mulgrew/)
- [Robert Glenister](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/narrators/robert-glenister/)
- [Amanda Wallace](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/narrators/amanda-wallace/)
- [Ashley Clements](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/narrators/ashley-clements/)
- [Bronson Pinchot](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/narrators/bronson-pinchot/)
- [Hillary Huber](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/narrators/hillary-huber/)
- [Jordanna Max Brodsky](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/narrators/jordanna-max-brodsky/)
- [Robert Petkoff](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/narrators/robert-petkoff/)
- [Michael Crouch](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/narrators/michael-crouch/)
- [Ariadne Meyers](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/narrators/ariadne-meyers/)
- [Ethan Sawyer](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/narrators/ethan-sawyer/)
- [Katie Koster](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/narrators/katie-koster/)
- [Jeremy McCarter](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/narrators/jeremy-mccarter/)
- [Mariska Hargitay](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/narrators/mariska-hargitay/)
- [Tavia Gilbert](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/narrators/tavia-gilbert/)
- [R.C. Bray](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/narrators/r-c-bray/)
- [Scott Brick](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/narrators/scott-brick/)
- [Jorjeana Marie](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/narrators/jorjeana-marie/)
- [Jonathan Yen](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/narrators/jonathan-yen/)
- [Mark Bramhall](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/narrators/mark-bramhall/)
- [David de Vries](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/narrators/david-de-vries/)
- [Andrews MacLeod](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/narrators/andrews-macleod/)
- [Rebecca Soler](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/narrators/rebecca-soler/)
- [Maggie Siff](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/narrators/maggie-siff/)

## Illustrators

- [Emily Carroll](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/illustrators/emily-carroll/)
- [Noelle Stevenson](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/illustrators/noelle-stevenson/)
- [Christopher Peterson](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/illustrators/christopher-peterson/)
- [Dustin Nguyen](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/illustrators/dustin-nguyen/)
- [Rafael Albuquerque](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/illustrators/rafael-albuquerque/)
- [Jorge Corona](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/illustrators/jorge-corona/)
- [Goran Sudzuka](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/illustrators/goran-sudzuka/)
- [Miroslav Mrva](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/illustrators/miroslav-mrva/)
- [Tyler Crook](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/illustrators/tyler-crook/)
- [Declan Shalvey](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/illustrators/declan-shalvey/)
- [Tom Zahler](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/illustrators/tom-zahler/)
- [John McCrea](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/illustrators/john-mccrea/)
- [Ben Caldwell](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/illustrators/ben-caldwell/)
- [Sanford Greene](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/illustrators/sanford-greene/)
- [Gabriel Rodriguez](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/illustrators/gabriel-rodriguez/)
- [Ryan Kelly](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/illustrators/ryan-kelly/)
- [Gris Grimly](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/illustrators/gris-grimly/)
- [Mary Cowles Clark](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/illustrators/mary-cowles-clark/)

## Series

- [Hope River](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/series/hope-river/)
- [Seraphina](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/series/seraphina/)
- [Helen Grace](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/series/helen-grace/)
- [Broken World](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/series/broken-world/)
- [Culper Ring](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/series/culper-ring/)
- [Sam Dryden](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/series/sam-dryden/)
- [Descender](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/series/descender/)
- [Ei8ht](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/series/ei8ht/)
- [Feathers](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/series/feathers/)
- [Ghosted](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/series/ghosted/)
- [Harrow County](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/series/harrow-county/)
- [Prez](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/series/prez/)
- [Runaways](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/series/runaways/)
- [Detective Helen Grace](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/series/detective-helen-grace/)
- [Locke & Key](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/series/locke-key/)
- [Bloody Mary](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/series/bloody-mary/)
- [Asylum](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/series/asylum/)
- [The Borden Dispatches](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/series/the-borden-dispatches/)
- [Guys Read](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/series/guys-read/)
- [Material Witness Mystery](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/series/material-witness-mystery/)
- [Library Lover's Mystery](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/series/library-lovers-mystery/)
- [A Brewing Trouble Mystery](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/series/a-brewing-trouble-mystery/)
- [Cajun Country Mystery](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/series/cajun-country-mystery/)
- [Penguin Christmas Classics](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/series/penguin-christmas-classics/)
- [Cormoran Strike](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/series/cormoran-strike/)
- [hipster cozy](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/series/hipster-cozy/)
- [Olympus Bound](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/series/olympus-bound/)
- [DC Super Hero Girls](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/series/dc-super-hero-girls/)
- [The Passage](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/series/the-passage/)
- [The Hatching Series](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/series/the-hatching-series/)
- [Wayward Children](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/series/wayward-children/)
- [A Helen Grace Thriller](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/series/a-helen-grace-thriller/)
- [The Themis Files](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/series/the-themis-files/)
- [Murderbot Diaries](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/series/murderbot-diaries/)

## Publishers

- [William Morrow](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/william-morrow/)
- [Simon & Schuster](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/simon-schuster/)
- [Touchstone](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/touchstone/)
- [Ember](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/ember/)
- [Atria](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/atria/)
- [Random House](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/random-house/)
- [Algonquin Young Readers](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/algonquin-young-readers/)
- [Spiegel & Grau](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/spiegel-grau/)
- [Penguin Books](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/penguin-books/)
- [Dial Books](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/dial-books/)
- [Gallic Books](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/gallic-books/)
- [Gallery Books](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/gallery-books/)
- [Straus and Giroux](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/straus-and-giroux/)
- [Thomas Dunne Books](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/thomas-dunne-books/)
- [First Second](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/first-second/)
- [Crown Publishers](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/crown-publishers/)
- [Houghton Mifflin Harcourt](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/houghton-mifflin-harcourt/)
- [Grand Central Publishing](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/grand-central-publishing/)
- [HarperCollins](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/harpercollins/)
- [Harper Teen](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/harper-teen/)
- [Scribner Book Company](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/scribner-book-company/)
- [Delacorte Press](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/delacorte-press/)
- [G.P. Putnam's Sons](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/g-p-putnams-sons/)
- [Harper](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/harper/)
- [BOOM! Studios](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/boom-studios/)
- [Harper Paperback](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/harper-paperback/)
- [Minotaur Books](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/minotaur-books/)
- [Dark Horse Comics](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/dark-horse-comics/)
- [Image Comics](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/image-comics/)
- [Atlantic Monthly Press](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/atlantic-monthly-press/)
- [Doubleday Books](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/doubleday-books/)
- [Simon Pulse](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/simon-pulse/)
- [IDW](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/idw/)
- [Scout Press](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/scout-press/)
- [Knopf Books for Young Readers](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/knopf-books-for-young-readers/)
- [Ecco Books](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/ecco-books/)
- [Hydra](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/hydra/)
- [G.P. Putnam's Sons Books for Young Readers](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/g-p-putnams-sons-books-for-young-readers/)
- [Mulholland Books](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/mulholland-books/)
- [Balzer & Bray](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/balzer-bray/)
- [DC Comics](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/dc-comics/)
- [MARVEL Comics](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/marvel-comics/)
- [Pamela Dorman Books](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/pamela-dorman-books/)
- [PublicAffairs Books](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/publicaffairs-books/)
- [Pocket Star](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/pocket-star/)
- [Berkley Publishing Group](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/berkley-publishing-group/)
- [Hachette Audio](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/hachette-audio/)
- [Audible Studios](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/audible-studios/)
- [Vertigo Comics](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/vertigo-comics/)
- [Disney-Hyperion](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/disney-hyperion/)
- [St. Martin's Griffin](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/st-martins-griffin/)
- [Roc](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/roc/)
- [Point](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/point/)
- [Walden Pond Press](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/walden-pond-press/)
- [Kensington](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/kensington/)
- [Crooked Lane Books](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/crooked-lane-books/)
- [Algonquin Books](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/algonquin-books/)
- [Hachette Books](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/hachette-books/)
- [Bloomsbury USA](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/bloomsbury-usa/)
- [Doubleday Books](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/doubleday-books-2/)
- [Harlequin](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/harlequin/)
- [Mira Books](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/mira-books/)
- [HarperAudio](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/harperaudio/)
- [Philomel Books](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/philomel-books/)
- [Blackstone Audio](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/blackstone-audio/)
- [Story Plant](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/story-plant/)
- [St. Martin's Press](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/st-martins-press/)
- [Orbit Books](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/orbit-books/)
- [Pegasus](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/pegasus/)
- [Random House Books for Young Readers](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/random-house-books-for-young-readers/)
- [Washington Square Press](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/washington-square-press/)
- [Listening Library](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/listening-library/)
- [Saga Press](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/saga-press/)
- [Quirk Books](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/quirk-books/)
- [Del Ray](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/del-ray/)
- [Ballantine Books](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/ballantine-books/)
- [Gallery Books](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/gallery-books-2/)
- [Scout Press](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/scout-press-gallery-books-2/)
- [NAL](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/nal/)
- [MIRA Books](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/mira-books-2/)
- [Little](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/little/)
- [Brown & Company](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/brown-company/)
- [Amistad](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/amistad/)
- [Valancourt Books](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/valancourt-books/)
- [Curmudgeon](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/curmudgeon/)
- [Harlequin Audio](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/harlequin-audio/)
- [Viking Books](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/viking-books/)
- [Tor Books](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/tor-books/)
- [Picador](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/picador/)
- [Keywords Press](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/keywords-press/)
- [Macmillan](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/macmillan/)
- [Random House Children's Books](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/random-house-childrens-books/)
- [Graymalkin Media](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/graymalkin-media/)
- [Lake Union Publishing](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/lake-union-publishing/)
- [HarperCollins Christian Publishing](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/harpercollins-christian-publishing/)
- [Scholastic Inc.](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/scholastic-inc/)
- [Simon and Schuster](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/simon-and-schuster/)
- [Sourcebooks, Inc.](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/sourcebooks-inc/)
- [Pegasus Books](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/pegasus-books/)
- [Penguin](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/penguin/)
- [Random House Publishing Group](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/random-house-publishing-group/)
- [Crown/Archetype](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/crownarchetype/)
- [Soho Press](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/soho-press/)
- [DELREY](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/delrey/)
- [Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/knopf-doubleday-publishing-group/)
- [Alfred A. Knopf](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/alfred-a-knopf/)
- [Cemetery Dance Publications](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/cemetery-dance-publications/)
- [Little, Brown](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/little-brown/)
- [Scribner](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/scribner/)
- [Melville House Publishing](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/melville-house-publishing/)
- [Penguin Books, Limited](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/penguin-books-limited/)
- [Harlequin Enterprises, Limited](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/harlequin-enterprises-limited/)
- [Text Publishing](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/text-publishing/)
- [PS Publishing Limited](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/ps-publishing-limited/)
- [MIRA](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/mira/)
- [Inkshares](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/inkshares/)
- [Diversified Publishing](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/diversified-publishing/)
- [Disney Electronic Content](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/disney-electronic-content/)
- [Abrams](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/abrams/)
- [Amazon Publishing](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/amazon-publishing/)
- [National Geographic](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/national-geographic/)
- [Titan Books (US, CA)](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/titan-books-us-ca/)
- [Farrar, Straus and Giroux](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/farrar-straus-and-giroux/)
- [Tom Doherty Associates](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/tom-doherty-associates/)
- [Polis Books](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/polis-books/)
- [Orbit](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/orbit/)
- [St. Martin's Publishing Group](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/st-martins-publishing-group/)
- [Sourcebooks, Incorporated](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/sourcebooks-incorporated/)
- [HarperCollins Publishers](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/harpercollins-publishers/)
- [Flatiron Books](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/flatiron-books/)
- [Little Brown](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/little-brown-2/)
- [Titan Books Limited](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/titan-books-limited/)
- [Scholastic, Incorporated](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/scholastic-incorporated/)
- [Page Street Publishing](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/page-street-publishing/)
- [National Geographic Books](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/publishers/national-geographic-books/)

## Genres

- [Thriller](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/genres/thriller/)
- [Horror](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/genres/horror/)
- [Historical Fiction](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/genres/historical-fiction/)
- [Middle Grade](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/genres/middle-grade/)
- [Paranormal](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/genres/paranormal/)
- [YA](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/genres/ya/)
- [Fantasy](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/genres/fantasy/)
- [Non-Fiction](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/genres/non-fiction/)
- [Supernatural](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/genres/supernatural/)
- [Science Fiction](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/genres/science-fiction/)
- [Crime Fiction](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/genres/crime-fiction/)
- [Literary Fiction](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/genres/literary-fiction/)
- [Suspense](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/genres/suspense/)
- [Cozy Mystery](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/genres/cozy-mystery/)
- [Classic](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/genres/classic/)
- [Memoir](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/genres/memoir/)
- [Mystery](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/genres/mystery/)
- [General Fiction](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/genres/general-fiction/)
- [Romance](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/genres/romance/)
- [Fiction](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/genres/fiction/)
- [Dark Fantasy](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/genres/dark-fantasy/)
- [Thrillers](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/genres/thrillers/)
- [General](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/genres/general/)
- [Young Adult Fiction](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/genres/young-adult-fiction/)
- [Social Themes](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/genres/social-themes/)
- [Emotions & Feelings](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/genres/emotions-feelings/)
- [Paranormal, Occult & Supernatural](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/genres/paranormal-occult-supernatural/)
- [Biography & Autobiography](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/genres/biography-autobiography/)
- [Religious](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/genres/religious/)
- [Occult & Supernatural](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/genres/occult-supernatural/)
- [Religion](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/genres/religion/)
- [Spiritual Warfare](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/genres/spiritual-warfare/)
- [Body, Mind & Spirit](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/genres/body-mind-spirit/)
- [Demonology & Satanism](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/genres/demonology-satanism/)
- [Gothic](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/genres/gothic/)
- [Urban](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/genres/urban/)
- [Contemporary](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/genres/contemporary/)
- [Contemporary Women](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/genres/contemporary-women/)
- [Entertainment & Performing Arts](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/genres/entertainment-performing-arts/)
- [Family Life](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/genres/family-life/)
- [Literary](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/genres/literary/)
- [Depression](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/genres/depression/)
- [Self-Esteem & Self-Reliance](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/genres/self-esteem-self-reliance/)
- [Young Adult](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/genres/young-adult/)
- [Performing Arts](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/genres/performing-arts/)
- [Music](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/genres/music/)
- [Historical](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/genres/historical/)
- [Holidays & Celebrations](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/genres/holidays-celebrations/)
- [Christmas & Advent](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/genres/christmas-advent/)
- [Fantasy & Magic](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/genres/fantasy-magic/)
- [Psychological](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/genres/psychological/)
- [Crime](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/genres/crime/)
- [Mystery & Detective](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/genres/mystery-detective/)
- [Police Procedural](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/genres/police-procedural/)
- [Comics & Graphic Novels](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/genres/comics-graphic-novels/)
- [Media Tie-In](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/genres/media-tie-in/)
- [Superheroes](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/genres/superheroes/)
- [Action & Adventure](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/genres/action-adventure/)
- [Coming of Age](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/genres/coming-of-age/)
- [Medical](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/genres/medical/)
- [Technological](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/genres/technological/)
- [Private Investigators](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/genres/private-investigators/)
- [Fairy Tales, Folk Tales, Legends & Mythology](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/genres/fairy-tales-folk-tales-legends-mythology/)
- [Women Sleuths](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/genres/women-sleuths/)
- [Asian American](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/genres/asian-american/)
- [Sagas](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/genres/sagas/)
- [20th Century](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/genres/20th-century/)
- [Legal](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/genres/legal/)
- [African American](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/genres/african-american/)
- [Prejudice & Racism](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/genres/prejudice-racism/)
- [People & Places](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/genres/people-places/)
- [War & Military](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/genres/war-military/)
- [Dystopian](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/genres/dystopian/)
- [Apocalyptic & Post-Apocalyptic](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/genres/apocalyptic-post-apocalyptic/)
- [Cultural Heritage](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/genres/cultural-heritage/)
- [Small Town & Rural](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/genres/small-town-rural/)
- [History](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/genres/history/)
- [Military](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/genres/military/)
- [World War II](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/genres/world-war-ii/)
- [Special Forces](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/genres/special-forces/)
- [Jewish](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/genres/jewish/)
- [Collections & Anthologies](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/genres/collections-anthologies/)
- [Humorous](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/genres/humorous/)
- [Ghost](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/genres/ghost/)
- [True Crime](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/genres/true-crime/)
- [Murder](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/genres/murder/)
- [Serial Killers](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/genres/serial-killers/)
- [Personal Memoirs](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/genres/personal-memoirs/)
- [Law Enforcement](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/genres/law-enforcement/)
- [Survival Stories](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/genres/survival-stories/)
- [Thrillers & Suspense](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/genres/thrillers-suspense/)
- [Political](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/genres/political/)
- [Ghost Stories](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/genres/ghost-stories/)
- [Death & Dying](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/genres/death-dying/)
- [Friendship](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/genres/friendship/)
- [LGBT](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/genres/lgbt/)
- [Women](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/genres/women/)
- [Racial Issues](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/genres/racial-issues/)
- [Magical Realism](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/genres/magical-realism/)
- [Espionage](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/genres/espionage/)
- [Terrorism](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/genres/terrorism/)
- [Siblings](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/genres/siblings/)
- [Legends, Myths, Fables](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/genres/legends-myths-fables/)
- [LGBTQ](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/genres/lgbtq/)
- [Romantic Comedy](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/genres/romantic-comedy/)
- [Witches](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/genres/witches/)
- [Shifters](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/genres/shifters/)
- [Hard Science Fiction](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/genres/hard-science-fiction/)

## Sources

- [Publisher (egalley)](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/sources/publisher-egalley/)
- [the publisher (egalley)](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/sources/the-publisher-egalley/)
- [the publisher](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/sources/the-publisher/)
- [Publisher](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/sources/publisher/)
- [personal copy](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/sources/personal-copy/)
- [the library](http://www.jennsbookshelves.com/reviews/sources/the-library/)