I want to start this off by saying you really should not go into this book without checking the triggers. Detective Steve Ryan had seen a lot during his time on the police force and it would have made me quit. I had to take breaks every so often because some of his cases just made me cry. My heart goes out to everyone involved in the cases and to Steve Ryan.

Thank you, Netgalley and Dundurn Press for letting me give my honest review.

The Exorcist Legacy: 50 Years of Fear by Nat Segaloff

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funny informative reflective relaxing fast-paced

5.0

I love books about pop culture because I love learning the behind-the-scenes of my favorite things. I have seen The Exorcist long ago and haven't read the book. (I will still be reading the book soon) Like most people, I have heard all the creepy stories about the filming of the OG movie and I wanted to learn more about that. I did learn about that and so much more. I do think anyone who loves both the movie and the book should really read this. Now I can't wait to watch The Exorcist again; the new one is coming out in 2023.

Thank you, Netgalley and Citadel for approving this book for me to give my honest review.

The Stranger Upstairs by Lisa M. Matlin

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adventurous dark emotional mysterious tense medium-paced

I do have to say I hated Sarah but that made me love the book even more. Lisa M. Matlin did a fantastic job writing a character you hated but still wanted to read the book. I loved how she wrote about mental health and how she didn't make it cliche. There is a big trigger for me in this book was animal sickness and there is animal death in the book but it isn't the MC cat. I really could have read this book in one day but I did need to take breaks to get my anxiety down (in a good way). I do think this is a good book for people just getting into thriller/horror. The twist and turns had me on the edge of my sit and I loved it. I really can't wait to read more from Lisa M. Matlin.

Thank you Netgalley for the book in exchange for an honest review

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The Fury by Alex Michaelides

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dark emotional informative mysterious tense fast-paced

Plot- or character-driven? A mix
Strong character development? It's complicated
Loveable characters? It's complicated
Diverse cast of characters? Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

I have read The Maidens but I did DNF it but after reading The Fury, I will be picking up The Maidens again. The Fury had me hooked from the prologue and the flow of the writing. I blow through the first half but it lagged during the second half, so I moved my rating to a four star. There was plot points I really didn't like so my rating moved again. I did guess one of the twist but man I didn't see the ending coming at all. That ending made it go back to a high four star book. Will pick up The Silent Patient and The Maidens very soon.

Thank you Celadon for the arc in exchange for my honest review.

The Mysterious Case of the Alperton Angels by Janice Hallett

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adventurous dark emotional funny informative mysterious tense fast-paced

Plot- or character-driven? A mix
Strong character development? It's complicated
Loveable characters? It's complicated
Diverse cast of characters? Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

I have to say this is my favorite book I read in August. I could hardly put it down but I had to sleep. I love how Janice Hallett draws me into the world and keeps me there. I feel like I am reading all the documents along with everyone else. It also made me feel like this was a real case that I need to look up.

Thank you to Netgalley and Atria Books for letting me give my honest review.

The Christmas Appeal by Janice Hallett

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funny informative inspiring lighthearted mysterious fast-paced

Plot- or character-driven? A mix
Strong character development? N/A
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

I didn't know I missed this little group of amateur actors but I did. Janice Hallett knocked out of the park again. This is a perfect read for Christmas or all year around. I really can't wait to read more from Janice Hallett.

Thank you to Netgalley and Atria Books for letting give my honest review.

We Keep Secrets by A.J. Merlin

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dark emotional mysterious sad tense medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? A mix
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

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