'Milena' by Jorge Cepeda Patterson is a gripping and fast-moving political thriller set around the world sex trade.
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Book Review: ‘Noir’ by Christopher Moore
If you like your hard boiled detective stories with their tongues stuck firmly in their cheers 'Noir' by Christopher Moore is the one for you.
Read More »Book Review: ‘The Flight Attendant’ by Chris Bohjalian
In 'The Flight Attendant,' Chris Bohjalian weaves a compelling story of reckless behavior, murder and dubious consent
Read More »DVD Review: ‘Rebecka Martinsson, Series 1’ – Nordic Noir Mystery
'Rebecka Martinsson, Series 1' is a great example of the Nordic Noir genre and a wonderful mystery series.
Read More »Book Review: ‘Murder in an Irish Churchyard: An Irish Village Mystery’ by Carleen O’Connor
'Murder in an Irish Churchyard' by Carleen O'Connor sees the author bring back favourite characters in this the third instalment of her Irish Village Mystery series.
Read More »Movie Review: ‘Get Out’ (Special Free Prez Day Show Mon@7p)
'Get Out' (3.5 stars) genuinely surprises today’s dynamic and demanding movie audiences. Visual effects, music, cinematography, editing, and set design elevate this thriller to a very high level. Free President's Day show on Monday, Feb. 19 at 7 p.m. (55 theaters).
Read More »Book Review: ‘House of Eire’ by June Gillam
Like a spider wrapping its victims one fine thread at a time, June Gillam will manage to do the same to readers.
Read More »TV Review: ‘The Alienist’: Mystery, Gore, and Sex in Old New York
Picture Sherlock Holmes in New York aided by the techies from 'Criminal Minds' and you’ll get a feel for the experience of watching 'The Alienist.' This new series from TNT debuts on January 22.
Read More »The Acorn Media Holiday Gift Guide, 2017
There's plenty to get wrapped up in this year from Acorn's international grove of delights.
Read More »Book Review: ‘The Address,’ A Novel by Fiona Davis
In 'The Address' by Fiona Davis, the author takes you deep into the past and gives us a story of courage, bravery, love and revenge.
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