I was sold right from the synopsis of Only She Came Back by Margot Harrison, with the mix of atmosphere, setting and exploration of survivalist culture & true crime. How did the full book live up to those expectations?
Tag: anticipated releases
Review: Good Girls Don’t Die
Christina Henry never fails to deliver some incredible concepts and astounding work that builds on these ideas and elevates them to new levels. Good Girls Don't Die had an unforgettable concept, but did its execution live up to my expectations?
Mini Review Monday #129
It's time for my final Mini Review Monday of November! Today, I'm delving into two excellent mysteries coming out in January 2024: The Dinner Party by Rebecca Heath and The Mystery Guest by Nita Prose.
Review: Gorgeous Gruesome Faces
Today, I'm super excited to be reviewing Gorgeous Gruesome Faces by Linda Cheng. From just the comparison titles for this book, I was hooked. “Yellowjackets meets She Is a Haunting” - what more could you possibly ask for? Then that stunning cover burst onto the scene and I knew I needed this book in my life.
Review: The Meadows
Today, I'm reviewing The Meadows by Stephanie Oakes. This was one of those books that leaves an ache deep in your bones and your heart. How you cope with that ache is up to you, but hopefully it spurs you to act in the defence of love.
Mini Review Monday #128
It's time for another Mini Review Monday. Today, I'm delving into Sisters of Sword and Shadow by Laura Bates and Last Night at the Hollywood Canteen by Sarah James.
Mini Review Monday #127
It's time for my first Mini Review Monday of November. Today, I'm delving into All That It Ever Meant by Blessing Musariri and People To Follow by Olivia Worley.
November 2023 TBR
Today I’m setting out my TBR for November and I’ve really been in the mood to read more mysteries, so that’s the predominant genre here. However, I’m also treating myself to a highly anticipated mythological retelling and some YA fantasy/thrillers! Watch all of this be upended by YALC next week.
October 2023 Wrap-Up and Haul
Today, I'm wrapping up my October. This was an extremely difficult month personally, but as ever, books were a real comfort and escape.
Mini Review Monday #126
It's time for my final Mini Review Monday of October. Today, I'm delving into The Scarlet Alchemist by Kylie Lee Baker, Hercule Poirot's 'Silent Night' by Sophie Hannah and The Christmas Appeal by Janice Hallett.