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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: ‘Deceived, A Sam McClellan Tale’ by Laura Wharton
The first entry in a new mystery series is filled with twists and humorous and devious characters.
Read More »Interview: Joel Fox, Author of ‘The Mark on Eve’
"While I am not writing history, the feel of the period must be accurate for the readers."
Read More »Book Review: ‘Sherlock Holmes, The Missing Years: Japan’ by Vasudev Murthy
An iconic character like Arthur Conan Doyle’s Sherlock Holmes often generates knockoffs—some terrible, some fair. 'The Missing Years' starts with some promise, but ends up more like a fake Rolex.
Read More »Interview with Anne K. Edwards, author of ‘This and That: A Collection of Light and Dark Tales’
I know a muse is supposed to be a "she" but mine is a disagreeable, whiny "he" who has his own column on my website.
Read More »Book Review: ‘Formerly Fingerman’ – A Comic Thriller by Joe Nelms
This is comic thriller lite: an amusing bauble that is enjoyable so long as you are willing to take it for what it is.
Read More »Book Review: ‘The Haunting of Sunshine Girl’ – A Novel Based on the YouTube Web Series Phenomenon by Paige McKenzie
As Sunshine reaches the age of 16 things seem just a bit different, but she can’t really get a feel for it. Going cross-country to the Northwest for her mother’s new job she finds the new house they are moving into decidedly creepy. Sleep is becoming more difficult and her mother is becoming more distant. Life is taking a dangerous turn.
Read More »Book Review: ‘Smile Now, Cry Later’ – A Chuck Restic Mystery by Paul MacDonald
Chuck’s concern occurs when Ed, an employee that never calls in sick, disappears not long after his conversation with him. Due to his perceived connection, Chuck determines that he will find out what is happening with this missing employee. It is here, the danger begins.
Read More »Book Review: ‘The Magician’s Daughter’ – A New Thriller by Judith Janeway
Valentine Hill is as compelling and attractive as they come; think a young Stephanie Plum.
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