My Sunshine Away by M.O. Walsh has been getting rave reviews since it was first released, which is partly why I put off reading it. I was afraid that the hype would outshine the reality of the book, and so I waited. This, my friends was a mistake. In fact, My Sunshine Away not only lived up to the hype, it exceeded it, and I can't believe I made such a foolish mistake.In a … [Read more...]
As Night Falls by Jenny Milchman
This book holds a special place in my heart because not only do I consider Jenny a friend (she helped start #30Authors), but she thanked me and a few other bloggers in the acknowledgements section of this book, which still amazes me. That said, I tried very hard to review this independently of my personal feelings and I loved her style before we became friends. So, on to the … [Read more...]
The Weight of Blood by Laura McHugh (Book Review)
I don't read a lot of crime fiction, but something about the cover of The Weight of Blood by Laura McHugh drew me in (despite the fact that it's compared to Gone Girl). Plus, the synopsis reminded me of The Winter People by Jennifer McMahon, which I loved, so I decided to give it a go. In short, this is a novel about two missing women, decades apart, and the … [Read more...]
‘Ruin Falls’ Will Make Your Heart Race
Imagine you woke up in a hotel room and your children were missing. Now imagine that the person who took your kids was someone you trusted. Now, imagine that you know why they took them and you still have idea how to get them back. What would you do? Would you go to the police? Would you seek vigilante justice? If you're Liz Daniels, the answer might surprise you - what … [Read more...]
Sleeping With the Lights On: A Review of ‘The Winter People’
If you're looking for a book that will have you reading into the wee hours of the morning, then search no further because The Winter People by Jennifer McMahon is the book for you. Set in the tiny town of West Hall, Vermont, this creepy gem bounces back and forth from the early 1900's to present day; the common links being swift disappearances and unexplained deaths.The … [Read more...]