I have enjoyed several books by coauthors Colleen Coble and Rick Acker. However, once I opened up this book and started reading, I wondered if they were actually the authors. The AI focus was interesting and a new aspect for a book I have read. There were so many characters and their issues that it took away from the primary characters. There are some trigger situations that the reader should be aware of before deciding to pick this one up ... Parkinson’s Disease, loss of a s

What a wonderful book to start a new series. And this is one I will be devouring as soon as a new book is released. In fact, after reading several reviews, I plan to go back and read the books in the Detective Margot Phalen series. This book will have you sitting on the edge of your seat as you work with Margot to solve the investigation … and as her partner, Wes, is accused of murder. Margot's persona as an FBI agent is admirable … especially once you are clued in to her pas

The synopsis of this book caught my attention and I looked forward to a fun read. There are quirky characters but that was about all that appealed to me. The dialogue … of which there was A LOT!!! … was off-putting. I know the author was attempting to be funny and serious at the same time. But unfortunately, it fell flat for me. There are several positive reviews, so I would recommend you see if it appeals to you. Thank you to NetGalley and Minotaur Books for my advanced revi

I do love getting lost in the pages of a psychological thriller. You know when you open up the book, things will not be what they appear to be. But when does the truth end and the misleading twists and turns begin? There is a gradual building of tension and I found myself questioning what I thought was reality. The big reveal at the end is shocking and I was glad this rollercoaster of a ride through the pages was coming to an end because I was not sure my heart could handle t

You are in for a cluckin’ good time when you get lost in the pages of a book in the Food Truck series by Carmela Dutra. And if you have the opportunity to listen to an audiobook version, you will be in a for a real treat. The narrator makes the characters come alive and you will get a glimpse into their personalities. The murder mystery will pull you into the story and the relationship between Beth, her twin brother, Seth, and her BFF, Rylie (who also happens to be Seth’s gir

I have loved the books in the Bakeshop series by Ellie Alexander. This particular book was a special treat because you got to enjoy a trip to Costa Rica. The characters are originally developed and it was delightful. Spending time with just Jules, her husband, Carlos, and the bakeshop’s, barista, Andy. There are a few glimpses of the rest of the gang from Ashland, so you remember the sense of community. But you also need some new characters and will quickly form opinions abou

I am really enjoying the books in the Novel Detectives series by Ellie Alexander. I love how the series has flowed easily from the Secret Bookcase series with many of the same characters but a new purpose. Great characters and a cozy setting make this an exciting time in the pages. The murder mystery clues that are sprinkled throughout the pages will have you invested in the story and anxious to see how the case is solved. Lots of secrets are discovered as you navigate the pa

Oh my goodness! When I open up a Lisa Regan book, I know I will be in for a roller coaster ride of mystery and thrills. When I see, she is releasing a new book, it automatically goes to the top of my to-be-read list. The murder mystery and abduction pulled me in from the very beginning. The author does a stellar job of trickling in clues and twists to keep you invested in the story without losing interest. The main character, Josie Quinn, is back at it with full force, and it

I have come to love historical fiction books that take place in England. And spending time post WWII was a new frame of reference for me. Ginevra (Gin) Bishop and Sidney Braithwaite wore a wonderful combination for teammates. The mystery and intrigued pulled me into the story. And Gin and Sidney’s very different approaches to espionage kept me entertained. Lots of clues are sprinkled throughout the pages which held my attention and had me anxious to see what danger lurked aro

This is an edge-of-your-seat, hanging on by a thread, nail biting mystery thriller. Great characters, a wonderful well-related story, and nonstop thrills will have you flipping through the pages as fast as possible. I fell in love with Silas Tucker and his grandmother. I loved their relationship. There are so many things going on as you get sucked into the story ... from the loss of a lifelong dream, loss of special friends, murder, kidnapping, drug abuse, misuse of power, se

When I open up a Janet Evanovich book, I know I will be in for a thriller ride. A little bit of danger, a touch of snarky humor, and a splash of romance will have you flipping the pages as fast as possible to see what adventure you will experience with Gabriela. Factor in time spent with her ex, Rafer, and his buddy, Harley, and you will be traveling the world, attempting to outsmart the bad guys, and recovering long lost treasures. Just a fun series in which to spend your ti

I loved this third book in the Royal Street series by author Karen White. This one will have you sitting on the edge of your seat and wondering what creepy and mysterious incident will happen next. The characters will pull you into the story and the eerie and haunting moments will hold you captive. The description of the settings is so real, I could feel the hairs stand up on my arms. There are sad and emotional moments that touch your heart. The past and present are expertly

This was a great first book in the new Meg Reed series by Ellie Alexander. There are great characters introduced ... some of which you know will appear in future books. Though I am in no way an outdoor adventure person, I appreciated the activities featured in this book. There is a murder mystery, relationship conflict, family issues, support of friends, and new job insecurities. I really did not know who was guilty of murder until the final reveal! So this book was a hike on

This was the first book I have read by the author, Freida McFadden. After a friend raved about her books, I was excited at the opportunity to read this one. It had so much potential. And I really did stay with it to the end ... though there were so many times I wanted to set it aside. The characters did not pull me into the story and make me care about their lives. In fact, I don’t think I liked a single one! Things were not as they appeared to be and there were definitely a

I enjoy reading mystery thrillers. However, this one did not appeal to me. There were too many characters and I just did not care about any of them. I was not pulled into the story and the multiple POVs and timelines were overwhelming. All I can say is that as I read the last word, I closed the book and rolled my eyes. Thank you to NetGalley and Blackstone Publishing for my advanced review copy. All opinions and thoughts are my own. For more reviews, please visit my blog at:.

I have read a few books in the Clay Edison series by father and son duo writers, Jonathan and Jesse Kellerman. So I was looking forward to getting lost in the pages of the latest release. I love Clay’s dry sense of humor and the acerbic bantering between Clay and PI Regina Klein is entertaining. While party a police procedural book, you also get a taste of the medical aspects of a murder mystery. There are a lot of characters who help bring twists and turns throughout the sto

I am not sure I knew what to expect when I opened this book and got lost in the pages. I have enjoyed previous books by the author and was excited for the opportunity for a rollercoaster ride of suspense. Reading a Julie Clark book is like working a puzzle. There is the basis of a dysfunctional family, the history of trauma and tragedy, a current health crisis, and the untangling of clues. You will be absorbing every word, every emotion, every glimpse into the lives of Olivia

I am always excited when I am blessed with the opportunity to get lost in the pages of an Andy Carpenter book. Listening to the audiobook version is also a plus. The narrator, Grover Gardner, does a phenomenal job of capturing Andy’s snarky sense of humor. I love the characters ... from Andy to his wife, Laurie, the gang who helps with the latest court case Andy has gotten drawn into, to the dogs ... especially the dogs! I found myself flying through the pages as I experience

After reading the synopsis for this book and having enjoyed previous books by Sarah Pekkanen, I really looked forward to reading it. From my experience of working in a university Psychology Department of 38½ years, I was exposed to a variety of research projects. I basically cringed while reading this book. I know there are plenty of unethical researchers so I had to just accept that, while I did not like the methods used, it was the basis for the story. However, I just did n

This third book in the Sanctuary series packs a punch. Once again you are treated to an intense, action-packed, emotional adventure through the pages with Paradise, Blake, Jenny (Blake’s mother), and Isaac and Levi (Blake’s young brothers). But Paradise’s half brother, Drew, is along for the ride and plays a significant part in navigating the dangerous incidents that will pull you into the story. Edge-of-your seat moments will have you holding your breath to see who will surv