This is the second book I’ve read by Parks, my first was last year’s Lies Lies Lies , which was similar to this one as a domestic thriller. She has a way with getting to the heart of a person’s motivations, which aren’t always happy…

I have not read many books by Brenda Novak, but the title and synopsis of this one pulled me in. The previous book I read by this author was more romantic suspense, but this one is more of a women’s fiction novel. The Bookstore on…

For World Poetry Day 2021, I am featuring a book by Dr. Martina McGowan called i am the rage, a February 2021 release by Sourcebooks. Even if poetry isn’t your thing, do yourself a favor on World Poetry day and I highly encourage you to…

I’ve read a number of Ellison’s previous novels and they are all twisty, intriguing mysteries. My favorite so far has been Lie to Me, but every one of her books have such unique plots that even if I find certain situations implausible, they are always…

If you have ever read one of Cynthia Ruchti’s books in the past, you will know that she embodies her tag line “Hemmed in Hope.” Although her tales explore some rather deep and faith-stretching content, her underlying message is always one of hope and love.…

This is the fourth book I’ve read by this author and all of her books have been so meaningful and filled with great stories. Her previous books are: If We Make it Home Swimming in the Deep End More Than We Remember If you haven’t…

Susan Meissner has had a long career writing really unique and captivating novels, and her newest one is no exception. I’m not the biggest fan of historical fiction, but even though this is a novel full of rich historical detail, it also contains fantastic characters…

Thank you to Netflix for the opportunity to screen the first two episodes of the upcoming series Firefly Lane in advance of its February 3 release, and the experience of participating in a Q&A with the cast and creators. I read the book Firefly Lane…

This novel is the adult debut by author, screenwriter, and journalist Eliza Jane Brazier. I’m always intrigued by psychological suspense novels and especially when they feature a true crime podcast. The book had a similar feel to I’ll Be Gone in the Dark by Michelle…

I know, I’ve been absent for a while, but I have been reading! I’m excited to share my favorite 20 books from 2020, which encompass a large variety of genres from general fiction to mystery to young adult to Christian fiction to non-fiction. There’s something…