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Book Review: ‘Orient,’ A Suspense by Christopher Bollen
Bollen has given us a story of greed and suspense. Using the fear of the unknown and taking advantage of the local’s gossip he has given us a great cast of suspects as well as individual characters that make you wonder. As each character is filled in, he takes you just a smidge further creating your own worry about what and who they are.
Read More »Interview: Dr. Jim Bailey, Author of ‘The End of Healing’
"You have to write about something that you care about -– something that you care about a lot — or it will never resonate and you will never be able to finish."
Read More »Book Review: ‘Where They Found Her’ – a Mystery by Kimberly McCreight
In "Where They Found Her" by Kimberly McCreight, we are drawn into the world of a woman who's lost a child, following her on a risky path toward healing.
Read More »Book Review: ‘A Reunion of Ghosts’, The Portrait of a Complicated Family by Judith Claire Mitchell
The Alter sisters, Lady, Vee and Delph are truly and eclectic mix of strange, interesting and absurd. They live together now in their families apartment. Bad luck seems to follow them the same as that of their lineage, and yet they know that no matter what happens they have each other. Their sense of humor is intact and they use it to keep themselves and each other entertained.
Read More »Book Review: ‘The Alchemist’s Daughter: A Bianca Goddard Mystery’ by Mary Lawrence
If you enjoy history and mystery with fun and romance, as well as a creep appeal you will find The Alchemist's Daughter a truly amazing addition to your library.
Read More »Book Review: ‘The Jack of Souls’ – An Epic Fantasy by Stephen C. Merlino
Harric is now faced with a magic that could break his curse, one that is forbidden. Can he stay focused and not fall into the temptation, for that way too leads to danger and possible death.
Read More »Book Review: ‘Noise,’ A Story of Vengeance by Brett Garcia Rose
When Leon's sister disappears and he receives a suicide note, he is devastated and tries to overcome his pain. Years later, he is thrust back into the fray when he gets a postcard in her handwriting.
Read More »Interview: Daniela I. Norris, Author of ‘Collecting Feathers: Tales from the Other Side’
"I was intrigued and pushed to find out more about death and what lies beyond following the sudden death of my 20-year-old brother, Michael, in a freak drowning accident in 2010."
Read More »‘Sorry for Your Loss’ – On the Death of an Estranged Brother
How do you cope with the loss of an estranged sibling, and the outpourings of sympathy from well-intentioned friends?
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