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adventurous
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Another long-winded, character-heavy ride from Diana Gabaldon, and I loved every second of it! Yes, the chapters are long, and yes, it feels like forever before the real action kicks in, but there’s something magical about these books that keeps me hooked. Davina Porter on audio? Absolute perfection.
The death of… well, I won’t spoil it… left me heartbroken. I didn’t see that coming at all. I found myself craving more of Brianna and Roger’s storyline, but I was surprised to actually enjoy William’s chapters more this time around. And that ending? A satisfying wrap-up that has me itching for the next book.
The death of… well, I won’t spoil it… left me heartbroken. I didn’t see that coming at all. I found myself craving more of Brianna and Roger’s storyline, but I was surprised to actually enjoy William’s chapters more this time around. And that ending? A satisfying wrap-up that has me itching for the next book.
I accidentally saw a little spoiler right after I started The Boyfriend, which was kind of a bummer… but I kept going anyway. And honestly, I still didn’t see the exact twist coming.
True to Freida McFadden’s style, the short chapters and fast pace kept me reading way past bedtime. It wasn’t my favorite of hers, but I’d still put it above a handful of her others. A quick, entertaining read with just enough mystery to keep you guessing.
True to Freida McFadden’s style, the short chapters and fast pace kept me reading way past bedtime. It wasn’t my favorite of hers, but I’d still put it above a handful of her others. A quick, entertaining read with just enough mystery to keep you guessing.
dark
Loveable characters:
No
This one fully leans into the weird. Written in a Victorian-era style, which was hard for me to follow sometimes. The chapter titles? Absolutely wild. I almost DNFd this one a few times but it was short so I figured I’m push through.
It’s gory. It’s graphic. It definitely lives up to its name. But for me, it just didn’t land. The plot felt scattered and lacked a strong thread to pull me through. I get what it was going for; dark humor, rage, chaos, but it didn’t quite work for me.
Definitely check those content warnings before diving in. This one’s not for the faint of heart.
I was instantly pulled into The Blonde Who Came in from the Cold. This was my first time reading an espionage story and it was a fun one. The writing was super easy to get into, the dual POV and dual timeline kept things interesting, and it had that constant who can you trust vibe that I love in a mystery.
That said, I didn’t realize it was a sequel until I was already in deep (oops), and while the enemies to lovers angle worked here, it was a little fluffier than I usually go for. Romance isn’t my favorite part of a story, but it didn’t overpower the mystery, which I appreciated.
Overall, it felt like a cozy spy mystery with some action, some sass, and a few good twists. Predictable in parts, but not in a bad way. If you’re curious about espionage but want something lighter and character-driven, this one’s a fun pick!
Thank you to NetGalley and Avon and Harper Voyage for an early copy of this book, but as always, all thoughts are my own.
That said, I didn’t realize it was a sequel until I was already in deep (oops), and while the enemies to lovers angle worked here, it was a little fluffier than I usually go for. Romance isn’t my favorite part of a story, but it didn’t overpower the mystery, which I appreciated.
Overall, it felt like a cozy spy mystery with some action, some sass, and a few good twists. Predictable in parts, but not in a bad way. If you’re curious about espionage but want something lighter and character-driven, this one’s a fun pick!
Thank you to NetGalley and Avon and Harper Voyage for an early copy of this book, but as always, all thoughts are my own.
dark
emotional
sad
medium-paced
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Holy trigger warnings! This book isn’t just dark, it’s deeply uncomfortable. “We forgive murderers, not pedophiles”. That line gutted me and set the tone for the entire read. This is one of the most morally complex books I have ever read. It dives deep into the kind of real-life topics we usually look away from. I spent most of the book hating the dad, only to realize by the end… yeah, that hate was justified. In more ways than one. Adrianne, the mom, deserves a whole moment. The way she tries to save her son, even when the world (and sometimes her own gut) tells her not to, is heartbreaking and admirable. The parent-child dynamic here is just brutal and raw. I listened to this on audio, and I didn’t love the narrator. The narration felt clunky and awkward in places, which made some tough scenes even harder to sit through.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Bullying, Child abuse, Child death, Pedophilia, Rape, Sexual assault, Suicidal thoughts, Suicide, Suicide attempt
This one immediately kicks off with high stakes and pulls you right in. Classic Cavanagh. I loved the multiple POVs and the tension that never lets up.
Definitely twist heavy and in the best way. Plot twist hits and I was like WHOA! And then BAM! Hit like a freight train once again! Although I had my suspicions… the execution was marvelous!
I started this series backwards (oops) with book 8 back in March, and I’ve now officially finished all of them. It’s become my favorite series, hands down.
Now I just have to wait (not-so-patiently) for the next book to hit the US in March 2026. Steve Cavanagh is 100% an auto-buy author for me at this point. If he writes it, I’m reading it.
Definitely twist heavy and in the best way. Plot twist hits and I was like WHOA! And then BAM! Hit like a freight train once again! Although I had my suspicions… the execution was marvelous!
I started this series backwards (oops) with book 8 back in March, and I’ve now officially finished all of them. It’s become my favorite series, hands down.
Now I just have to wait (not-so-patiently) for the next book to hit the US in March 2026. Steve Cavanagh is 100% an auto-buy author for me at this point. If he writes it, I’m reading it.
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Not my favorite in the series, but An Echo in the Bone still had plenty to love. Diana Gabaldon’s writing is as vivid as ever, and even when the plot slows, her character development keeps me invested. I love how deeply we get to know everyone, even across timelines.
That said, I struggled with a few parts. The William chapters dragged for me, and all the military discussions and battle segments just wasn’t my thing. But one thing that saved it for me? Davina Porter. Her narration on the audiobook is phenomenal… she truly brings every character to life.
This one lands in the middle of the pack for me when it comes to the series, but I’m still looking forward to what’s next for the Frasers and MacKenzies.
That said, I struggled with a few parts. The William chapters dragged for me, and all the military discussions and battle segments just wasn’t my thing. But one thing that saved it for me? Davina Porter. Her narration on the audiobook is phenomenal… she truly brings every character to life.
This one lands in the middle of the pack for me when it comes to the series, but I’m still looking forward to what’s next for the Frasers and MacKenzies.
I don’t usually gravitate toward domestic suspense, but I found myself really pulled in by this one. The dual timeline worked well, and the trauma bonding between the women felt raw and real. It hurt my heart to read about the abuse they endured growing up. Sadly, it’s the reality for far too many.
I wasn’t totally shocked by the twist, but I didn’t see it coming either, which I liked. It felt natural, not forced. One of my favorite parts? The segments with Dr. Warren, the psychiatrist. They added so much insight into the characters’ behavior and gave the story even more emotional weight. And that ending?!? Definitely didn’t see that coming!
I wasn’t totally shocked by the twist, but I didn’t see it coming either, which I liked. It felt natural, not forced. One of my favorite parts? The segments with Dr. Warren, the psychiatrist. They added so much insight into the characters’ behavior and gave the story even more emotional weight. And that ending?!? Definitely didn’t see that coming!
Holy cow, that prologue gave me full-blown anxiety. From the start, The Devil’s Advocate had me on edge, and it didn’t let up. This might just be my favorite Eddie Flynn book so far.
The racism and corruption in this story are absolutely disgusting. Korn? A walking red flag… The whole town felt like a cesspool of secrets, hate, and injustice, and Cavanagh captured that small-town Southern tension in a way that made my skin crawl.
I did my senior project on capital punishment, so this one hit hard. The fact that people like Korn exist, pushing through wrongful convictions just to boost their egos and careers, makes me furious. And the way this book handles police corruption, systemic racism, and white supremacy? Powerful. It’s not just a legal thriller, it’s a statement. One that should make every reader uncomfortable. It’s a reminder that this stuff still happens and that silence is part of the problem.
If you want a book that entertains and makes you think (and possibly yell), grab this one. Disclaimer: I received an eARC of this book for review consideration and am voluntarily leaving my honest opinion.
The racism and corruption in this story are absolutely disgusting. Korn? A walking red flag… The whole town felt like a cesspool of secrets, hate, and injustice, and Cavanagh captured that small-town Southern tension in a way that made my skin crawl.
I did my senior project on capital punishment, so this one hit hard. The fact that people like Korn exist, pushing through wrongful convictions just to boost their egos and careers, makes me furious. And the way this book handles police corruption, systemic racism, and white supremacy? Powerful. It’s not just a legal thriller, it’s a statement. One that should make every reader uncomfortable. It’s a reminder that this stuff still happens and that silence is part of the problem.
If you want a book that entertains and makes you think (and possibly yell), grab this one. Disclaimer: I received an eARC of this book for review consideration and am voluntarily leaving my honest opinion.
What a wild ride this debut was! Mallory Arnold’s How to Survive a Horror Story serves up a fun mashup of escape room chaos, Clue-style mystery, and a hungry monster house… with a splash of gruesome horror. The pacing was a little uneven. The early “escape room” segments are detailed and atmospheric, but as the story picks up, the later rooms get shorter and more rapid-fire. Honestly though, that kind of worked. It made everything feel like it was spiraling faster and faster toward the inevitable ending. If you love a campy, multi-POV horror story with a house that may or may not want to eat you, give this one a go. It’s gory and it’s creative.
Thank you to NetGalley and Poisoned Pen Press for an early copy of this book, but as always, all thoughts are my own.
Thank you to NetGalley and Poisoned Pen Press for an early copy of this book, but as always, all thoughts are my own.