Reviews
Lilly | Book Reviewer | Book Lover
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A Twisted, Unputdownable Psychological Thriller
When Millie takes on a new housekeeping job at an opulent estate, she believes she has finally found stability. But something about the family feels…off. The perfect house hides chilling secrets, and her employers seem to be watching her every move.
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A Thrilling Fantasy Sequel Packed with Action, Romance, and Betrayal
After the shocking events of Powerless, Paedyn Gray finds herself at the center of a rebellion she never intended to lead. As the kingdom teeters on the edge of war, she must navigate treacherous alliances, hidden betrayals, and a growing connection with a prince who was once her enemy….
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A Gripping Psychological Thriller Packed with Twists
Evie Porter is not who she says she is.
Living a carefully constructed life filled with lies, she thrives in deception. Tasked with a mysterious assignment that could change everything, Evie navigates a dangerous game where trust is fleeting and betrayal lurks around every corner. But
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A Masterful Collection of Horror and Suspense
You Like It Darker is a collection of 12 unsettling and thought-provoking short stories, each offering a unique glimpse into the dark corners of the human experience. Some tales introduce fresh nightmares, while others expand upon King’s iconic past works, delighting longtime fans with familiar faces and eerie connections…
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A Dark, Twisty Thriller That Keeps You Guessing
A lavish party at an exclusive estate. A host with dark secrets. A guest list full of enemies.
When a high-profile entrepreneur invites a select group of guests to his secluded mansion for a weekend of luxury and celebration, no one expects it to end in murder. But when the host is found dead, what began as a…
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A Hauntingly Beautiful Tale of Mystery and Redemption
Chris Whitaker, the acclaimed author of We Begin at the End, returns with All the Colors of the Dark, a mesmerizing blend of crime, suspense, and emotional depth. This novel takes readers on an unforgettable journey through love, loss, and the resilience of the human spirit, wrapped in a
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A Heartfelt, Emotional Romance with Depth and Passion
Gage Calloway has spent years building walls around his heart, haunted by a past that left him broken and unwilling to trust. When Ellie Harper stumbles into his life, she brings with her a light he never expected—a warmth that tempts him to let down his guard.
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A Bewitching Romantic Comedy with a Magical Twist
Erin Sterling’s The Ex Hex is a spellbinding mix of romance, humor, and Halloween magic. This lighthearted rom-com weaves together witty banter, small-town charm, and just the right amount of supernatural mischief, making it a must-read for fans of cozy, witchy romances…
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A Spellbinding Fantasy of Power, Betrayal, and Destiny
Nisha J. Tuli’s Iran of the Sun Queen is an enthralling fantasy novel filled with rich world-building, fierce heroines, and a gripping tale of magic and destiny. With lush prose and an immersive setting, this book transports readers into a realm of political intrigue, deadly secrets, and the weight of prophecy…
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A Riveting Romantic Thriller with Depth and Emotion
Marine biologist Elise Shaw is devoted to her research, determined to make a breakthrough in her field. But when she crosses paths with enigmatic diver and ex-Navy SEAL, Liam Arden, her world is turned upside down. What starts as a simple collaboration soon takes a dark turn when Elise finds herself entangled in a dangerous conspiracy that threatens both her work and her life….
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Sometimes bad things happen to good people, so good people have to do bad things. Alice Feeney, returns with another thrilling mystery filled with drama and her trademark surprises.
Twenty years after a baby is stolen from a stroller, a woman is murdered in a care home. The two crimes are somehow linked, and a good bad girl may be the key to discovering the truth.
Edith may have been tricked into a nursing home, but…
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A Twisty, Unpredictable Psychological Thriller
At first glance, The Wife Between Us appears to be the story of a jealous ex-wife, obsessed with her husband’s new fiancée. But as the narrative unfolds, it becomes clear that nothing is as it seems. The reader is taken on a dizzying ride through past and present, peeling back the layers of deception, secrets, and manipulation.
To say more would be to spoil the thrill—just know that…
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A Thrilling Fantasy Romance That Soars Above the Rest
Violet Sorrengail has spent her life preparing to become a scribe, but when her mother—one of the most powerful generals in Navarre—orders her to join the brutal dragon-riding school at Basgiath War College, Violet’s future is shattered. With fragile bones and a mind sharper than a blade, she must navigate a world where …
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Alicia Berenson, a famous painter, seemingly has the perfect life—until one night, she is found standing over her husband’s dead body, gun in hand. From that moment, she never speaks another word.
Her refusal to talk turns her into a public mystery, with the world desperate to know the truth behind the murder. Enter Theo Faber, a determined forensic psychotherapist, who is…
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A Fantasy Romance That Will Leave You Breathless
Poppy is the Maiden—a chosen one, destined to ascend and bring hope to her kingdom. Kept in isolation her entire life, she dreams of freedom beyond the walls that confine her. But everything changes when she meets Hawke, a mysterious and alluring guard who…
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A Powerful and Thought-Provoking Reimagining of The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn
In James, Percival Everett masterfully reclaims the voice of Jim, presenting his untold story in a way that is both profound and deeply moving. The novel follows Jim’s journey down the Mississippi River, but unlike Twain’s version, this narrative allows Jim’s thoughts, fears, and intelligence to take center stage. He is no longer…
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A Haunting Dystopian Tale of Isolation and Identity
The novel follows a young girl, imprisoned with 39 older women in an underground bunker. Their captors remain unseen, their purpose unknown. One day, an unexpected event sets them free—but to what end? The outside world is barren and unfamiliar, offering no clues about what happened to civilization or why they were imprisoned in the first place.
As the protagonist ventures across an empty landscape, she grapples with the…
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A Poignant Tale of Love, Loneliness, and Dreams
Fyodor Dostoevsky’s White Nights is a deeply moving novella that explores themes of isolation, fleeting love, and the melancholy of unfulfilled dreams. First published in 1848, this classic work remains one of Dostoevsky’s most heartfelt and lyrical stories, capturing the essence of human longing with poetic elegance.
Set in the ethereal beauty of St. Petersburg’s “white nights” — those short summer evenings where the …
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A Heartfelt Journey into the World of Birds
Renowned author Amy Tan, best known for The Joy Luck Club, takes readers on a completely different journey in The Backyard Bird Chronicles – an intimate and beautifully illustrated exploration of the birds that visit her backyard. This book is a love letter to nature, filled with keen observations, humor, and the poetic storytelling that Tan is celebrated for.
For bird enthusiasts and literary lovers alike, The Backyard Bird Chronicles offers a …
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The story of the heart can never be unwritten.
Macy Sorensen is settling into an ambitious if emotionally tepid routine: work hard as a new pediatrics resident, plan her wedding to an older, financially secure man, keep her head down and heart tucked away.
But when she runs into Elliot Petropoulos—the first and only love of her life—the careful bubble she’s constructed begins to dissolve. Once upon a time, Elliot was Macy’s entire world—growing from her gangly bookish friend into the…
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I have three days to kill a patient. If I fail, my daughter will die…
As the only doctor on a stunning remote Scottish island, I finally feel safe and happy. Here, nobody knows about my troubled past except my teenage daughter Lauren. I’m a single mother, so it’s just the two of us now, and Lauren is my world.
Caring for every person on the island, from birth to death, I know all their fears and secrets. But…
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Quinn wants to save his bookshop, the last thing he needs is to fall in love…
Hay-on-Wye’s only queer bookshop is always a hive of activity. So when it’s threatened with closure, its owner Quinn Oxford is determined to do whatever it takes to save his beloved shop.
That is until romantic novelist Noah Sage arrives in town. Gorgeous, brooding and clearly unhappy to be there, Noah is the distraction Quinn doesn’t need. Noah has a history with…
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A small-town Christmas novella by the New York Times bestselling author of LAKEFRONT BILLIONAIRES series that will make you want to pack your bags and spend the holiday in Lake Wisteria.
Catalina
Playing the part of my sister’s maid of honor is easy even if she’s marrying my ex.
But playing nice with the best man? An impossible task given our history.
Sure, Luke Darling may be suspiciously kind, incredibly handsome, and stubborn to a fault, but regardless of how hard he tries to make me see otherwise, I’m not interested.
It’s on me to remind him that he’s my …
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The first fall of snow can be fatal…
A year has passed since DI James Walker cracked his biggest case yet, and he’s hoping for peace and quiet this festive season.
But across the fells, a local farmer returns home on Christmas Eve to find footsteps in the fresh snow that lead down to his unused basement – and no footsteps leading away. Days later, his body is …
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Cowritten by #1 New York Times bestselling author Julie Murphy and USA Today bestselling author Sierra Simone—a steamy plus-size holiday rom-com about an adult film star who is semi-accidentally cast as a lead in a family-friendly Christmas movie, and the former bad-boy pop star she falls in love with.
Bee Hobbes (aka Bianca Von Honey) has a successful career as a plus-size adult film star. With a huge following and two supportive moms, Bee couldn’t ask for more. But when …
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Think you know the person you married? Think again…
Things have been wrong with Mr and Mrs Wright for a long time. When Adam and Amelia win a weekend away to Scotland, it might be just what their marriage needs. Self-confessed workaholic and screenwriter Adam Wright has lived with face blindness his whole life. He can’t recognize friends or family, or even his own wife.
Every anniversary the couple exchange…
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As the snow begins to fall, the body count begins to climb…
DI James Walker is ready for a quiet family Christmas in the sleepy village of Kirkby Abbey.
But when he opens an early Christmas present left on his doorstep, he soon realises it is no gift. Inside is a gruesome surprise, and a promise – twelve days, twelve murders. Not long after, the first body is …