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This one has been sitting on my TBR forever. Since 2018 according to Goodreads, so I finally decided to pick it up. The premise gave me Addie LaRue vibes with the whole immortality thing, and after reading it, I can definitely see the similarities (though this one came out nine years earlier).
I found myself really drawn into Bess’s story. The historical layers were rich, the witchy vibes were strong, and there’s even a little Jack the Ripper cameo tossed in.
Stories like this always leave me thinking about life, death, and the weight of time. As tragic as loss can be, I’m reminded that living forever would be even lonelier.
If you enjoy historical fantasy with a touch of magic and don’t mind a slower pace, this one might be worth your time! 3.5 stars ⭐️
I found myself really drawn into Bess’s story. The historical layers were rich, the witchy vibes were strong, and there’s even a little Jack the Ripper cameo tossed in.
Stories like this always leave me thinking about life, death, and the weight of time. As tragic as loss can be, I’m reminded that living forever would be even lonelier.
If you enjoy historical fantasy with a touch of magic and don’t mind a slower pace, this one might be worth your time! 3.5 stars ⭐️
I made it about 20% in and felt like nothing had happened. No real plot, no strong character development, and not enough to hook me.
Maybe it works better for readers who love a slow burn with lots of internal reflection, but I need more story to stay invested.
A Sea of Unspoken Things by Adrienne Young was such a great book. Her writing is so lyrical and vivid, it immediately pulled me in.
I love a mystery with a touch of magical realism, and this one delivered. Add in a little romance and you’ve got a genre combo that totally works. The slow build of suspense had me hooked from the start, and I was really impressed by how well the author explored grief and the complex bond between James and her twin brother Johnny. It felt raw, real, and beautifully done.
Solid 4.5 stars from me and I’ll definitely be checking out more of Adrienne Young’s books!
This one had all the ingredients for a gripping mystery: a dead infant found in a quiet town, buried secrets, and three women’s lives slowly unraveling. I needed to know what happened to that baby, and that curiosity definitely kept me engaged.
The audiobook had multiple narrators, which helped bring the different POVs to life, but I struggled a bit keeping track of everything. There were a lot of characters and layered storylines, and it felt a little jumbled at times. I think I would’ve followed it better in print.
That said, the writing was strong and the reveals were well done. I just didn’t feel very connected to the story. For all the build-up and drama, I ended up feeling a bit underwhelmed. If you enjoy character-driven mysteries with a dark, emotional core, this might be worth picking up.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child death, Sexual assault
slow-paced
I rarely say this about slow burns… but I couldn’t put Forget Me Not down. I stayed up way too late reading, fully knowing my alarm was going off early.
Stacy Willingham’s writing is so immersive and atmospheric, I felt like I was right there… wrapped in the heat of a Southern summer and knee-deep in secrets. The dual timeline was done so well, and the way the diary came to life? Brilliant! The tension built slowly but hit hard, and my heart was racing more than once.
I hardly ever give 5 stars to slow burns, but this one? It totally earned it.
Thank you to NetGalley and Minotaur Books / St. Martin’s Publishing Group for an early copy of this book, but as always, all thoughts are my own.
Stacy Willingham’s writing is so immersive and atmospheric, I felt like I was right there… wrapped in the heat of a Southern summer and knee-deep in secrets. The dual timeline was done so well, and the way the diary came to life? Brilliant! The tension built slowly but hit hard, and my heart was racing more than once.
I hardly ever give 5 stars to slow burns, but this one? It totally earned it.
Thank you to NetGalley and Minotaur Books / St. Martin’s Publishing Group for an early copy of this book, but as always, all thoughts are my own.
First off, I flew through this one. It’s fast-paced with short chapters, which is basically my favorite combo when I’m in the mood for a twisty read. I was hooked from the first page and stayed intrigued the entire time.
That said… it almost felt too busy in parts. So much was happening that it got a little chaotic, and then the ending wrapped up kind of quickly. I wouldn’t say it was a bad ending, just a little underwhelming compared to the ride it took to get there.
Still, I really enjoyed the book and I’d absolutely recommend it if you love domestic thrillers with lots of twists and suspicious characters.
That said… it almost felt too busy in parts. So much was happening that it got a little chaotic, and then the ending wrapped up kind of quickly. I wouldn’t say it was a bad ending, just a little underwhelming compared to the ride it took to get there.
Still, I really enjoyed the book and I’d absolutely recommend it if you love domestic thrillers with lots of twists and suspicious characters.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Mental illness, Kidnapping
Moderate: Infidelity
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Loveable characters:
Yes
J.K. Wolfe wrote a fabulous debut! It’s definitely well written, and the setting pulled me in right away. It takes place in Oregon’s Willamette Valley, and since I’ve lived just north of there my whole life, I felt an immediate connection.
This was my first time diving into a police procedural, and while I’ll admit some of those parts were a bit over my head, that’s on me, not the writing. Wolfe is both a police officer and military veteran, and you can tell that he writes what he knows. The detail felt authentic and added so much depth to the story.
I appreciated how much backstory we got for Jake Harper. He’s layered, flawed, and relatable. The dual timeline worked really well to build the picture of who he is and what’s driving him. And the trafficking aspect of the case? It made my blood boil. It’s a tough topic, but handled with care, and it reminded me just how real and horrifying that world is.
I’m already looking forward to more from Wolfe and seriously hope Jake Harper returns. Thank you to J.K. Wolfe for a copy of this book, but as always, all thoughts are my own.
This was my first time diving into a police procedural, and while I’ll admit some of those parts were a bit over my head, that’s on me, not the writing. Wolfe is both a police officer and military veteran, and you can tell that he writes what he knows. The detail felt authentic and added so much depth to the story.
I appreciated how much backstory we got for Jake Harper. He’s layered, flawed, and relatable. The dual timeline worked really well to build the picture of who he is and what’s driving him. And the trafficking aspect of the case? It made my blood boil. It’s a tough topic, but handled with care, and it reminded me just how real and horrifying that world is.
I’m already looking forward to more from Wolfe and seriously hope Jake Harper returns. Thank you to J.K. Wolfe for a copy of this book, but as always, all thoughts are my own.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Trafficking, Murder
Moderate: Child abuse, Child death, Rape
challenging
dark
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Diverse cast of characters:
No
This book is a slow burn, which works for the story. The tension builds in the creepiest way, and it had me flipping pages while muttering “what is wrong with these people?”
The grandmother? Absolutely vile. But the mom… oh, the rage I felt toward that woman. It’s been a long time since a fictional character made my blood boil like that. I wanted to shake her.
Here’s the thing: this book gets shelved as “young adult” and I just cannot understand why. Teen me probably would’ve read it too, but adult me wants to yell, “PLEASE CHECK THE CONTENT WARNINGS!” It’s disturbing, twisted, and way heavier than it gets credit for. Honestly, I wouldn’t recommend it to most people. If you’re going to read it, go in knowing it’s dark. Like, really dark.
The grandmother? Absolutely vile. But the mom… oh, the rage I felt toward that woman. It’s been a long time since a fictional character made my blood boil like that. I wanted to shake her.
Here’s the thing: this book gets shelved as “young adult” and I just cannot understand why. Teen me probably would’ve read it too, but adult me wants to yell, “PLEASE CHECK THE CONTENT WARNINGS!” It’s disturbing, twisted, and way heavier than it gets credit for. Honestly, I wouldn’t recommend it to most people. If you’re going to read it, go in knowing it’s dark. Like, really dark.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child abuse, Child death, Incest
adventurous
lighthearted
medium-paced
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Tuck Everlasting is written in such a gentle, thoughtful way that I had to slow down and really savor it. Not because it was heavy or hard to get through, but because the pace and tone made me want to just… take my time.
This book pulled me back to those quiet, simple days when I’d read on a porch swing or under a tree, totally lost in a story. There’s something so nostalgic about this book. It made me feel like a kid again, in the best way.
And of course, I had to rewatch the movie afterward, which I hadn’t seen in nearly 20 years. Just as lovely and bittersweet as I remembered.
If you’ve been craving something soft, meaningful, and a little bit magical, give this one a go.
This book pulled me back to those quiet, simple days when I’d read on a porch swing or under a tree, totally lost in a story. There’s something so nostalgic about this book. It made me feel like a kid again, in the best way.
And of course, I had to rewatch the movie afterward, which I hadn’t seen in nearly 20 years. Just as lovely and bittersweet as I remembered.
If you’ve been craving something soft, meaningful, and a little bit magical, give this one a go.
This was my first John Marrs book and wow, what a wild ride! I guessed one of the twists, but that’s no fault of the writing… I’ve just read way too many thrillers. The story was packed with so many twists and turns I felt like I was on a roller coaster at Six Flags.
It’s been over a month since I’ve given a book 5 stars, but this one deserved it. I’ll definitely be picking up more by him. It’s dark, it’s messed up, and it’s exactly what makes a thriller so addictive.
What I loved most was how unpredictable and messed up the story got, yet it all tied together so perfectly. If you’re a fan of dark domestic thrillers, this one’s for you!
It’s been over a month since I’ve given a book 5 stars, but this one deserved it. I’ll definitely be picking up more by him. It’s dark, it’s messed up, and it’s exactly what makes a thriller so addictive.
What I loved most was how unpredictable and messed up the story got, yet it all tied together so perfectly. If you’re a fan of dark domestic thrillers, this one’s for you!