This book - loved this duology. Wrapped up well, a great twist and just loved these characters even more. Now it is Nathan's turn to pickup the story -This book - loved this duology. Wrapped up well, a great twist and just loved these characters even more. Now it is Nathan's turn to pickup the story - several months after the first book, My Husband's Fiancée, ended. Nathan has married Evelyn, who gave birth to their daughter months earlier. Liz is about to be released - based upon DNA on the weapon belonging to a woman named Patty Dane. So many questions linger - including the truth of who killed Nathan's mistress? Though Nathan now believes Liz is innocent, Evelyn insists they obtain a restraining order. Nathan realized Evelyn's behavior swings often - moody, closed off. Is it because she knows Nathan still loves Liz? Great story - loved the characters. Good twists, fast plot. I just had to know.
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This book - loved this duology. Wrapped up well, a great twist and just loved these characters even more. Now it is Nathan's turn to pickup the story - several months after the first book, My Husband's Fiancée, ended. Nathan has married Evelyn, who gave birth to their daughter months earlier. Liz is about to be released - based upon DNA on the weapon belonging to a woman named Patty Dane. So many questions linger - including the truth of who killed Nathan's mistress? Though Nathan now believes Liz is innocent, Evelyn insists they obtain a restraining order. Nathan realized Evelyn's behavior swings often - moody, closed off. Is it because she knows Nathan still loves Liz? Great story - loved the characters. Good twists, fast plot. I just had to know....more
This book has massive creep factor - did not disappoint. Though I haven't read Poe's story in ages - I did look up the synopsis. Kingfisher does an amThis book has massive creep factor - did not disappoint. Though I haven't read Poe's story in ages - I did look up the synopsis. Kingfisher does an amazing retelling - so much so I had to put this book down many times. The suspense was so well done. Imagery. Just brutal. Alex Easton receives a letter from his childhood friend - Madeline is dying. Her brother, Roderick, does not fare much better. Add an American doctor infamous for amputation in the Civil War and a woman determined to earn a place in the mycology annual regardless of her gender - and of course let's not forget Angus, Easton's valet. Loved these characters, again imagery. There is some spent on Easton's home country - lots of emphasis on their use of pronouns, changes as one grows, chooses a career. Very well done. Well earned place of one of the most anticipated releases for 2022.
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This book has massive creep factor - did not disappoint. Though I haven't read Poe's story in ages - I did look up the synopsis. Kingfisher does an amazing retelling - so much so I had to put this book down many times. The suspense was so well done. Imagery. Just brutal. Alex Easton receives a letter from his childhood friend - Madeline is dying. Her brother, Roderick, does not fare much better. Add an American doctor infamous for amputation in the Civil War and a woman determined to earn a place in the mycology annual regardless of her gender - and of course let's not forget Angus, Easton's valet. Loved these characters, again imagery. There is some spent on Easton's home country - lots of emphasis on their use of pronouns, changes as one grows, chooses a career. Very well done. Well earned place of one of the most anticipated releases for 2022....more
Definitely held my attention. Enjoyed the characters, held in place. Narrative told in present and recent past. Started lagging toward the end. Lots oDefinitely held my attention. Enjoyed the characters, held in place. Narrative told in present and recent past. Started lagging toward the end. Lots of confusion- definitely the intention. Well done....more
Juniper dreamed of leaving small town Jericho, Iowa. Her dear friend, Cora, needs help with the town library - her cancer is spreading. Juniper packs Juniper dreamed of leaving small town Jericho, Iowa. Her dear friend, Cora, needs help with the town library - her cancer is spreading. Juniper packs up to face the life she ditched. Including her teenage daughter. 15 years earlier, Juniper's neighbors were shot in what appeared to be a crime of passion. Juniper's brother, Jonathan, was the main suspect. The only suspect. Desperate to clear his name, Juniper falls back into Jericho- hoping to put her all wrongs right....more
This book freaked me out, sucked me in and gah that twist! Vi and Kyle live with their Gran - they have minimal adult supervision, growing up in the hThis book freaked me out, sucked me in and gah that twist! Vi and Kyle live with their Gran - they have minimal adult supervision, growing up in the house next to the Inn. Gran is the Director of the Inn - a place for those who need psychiatric help. Lizzy is all grown up - her childhood living with Gran part of a best seller, a movie. With her name change, she investigates monsters across the States. Her brother, now Charlie, middle aged as well with a family. But girls keep disappearing - after meeting a monster. Lizzy knows it's her sister. And she must be stopped....more
I am a huge fan of Queen and Freddie - my dad played their music, one of the many great bands he introduced into my life. Though each band member contI am a huge fan of Queen and Freddie - my dad played their music, one of the many great bands he introduced into my life. Though each band member contributed music, Freddie stood out. His iconic personality just could not be contained. This is a great introduction with many complex topics, like AIDS. Done with lovely illustrations and easy concepts. Well done! ...more
The majority of year round residents of Point Mettier, Alaska live in the same building - with a small population of over two hundred, everyone knows The majority of year round residents of Point Mettier, Alaska live in the same building - with a small population of over two hundred, everyone knows everyone. Mettier has a reputation of being a safe place for women - survivors of abuse, attempting to escape. With only a tunnel to provide access to Anchorage, the ferryman keeps a list of those to refuse. Amy and her Ma have lived in Mettier for years - longer than the average person stays, only a few years. While hanging out with a group of friends, Amy stumbles upon a shiny object. Turns out to be a hand and foot. Though the case is closed, Cara can't let it go. A year earlier, her husband and son had been found - in pieces. Hoping the cases are linked, Cara goes against Anchorage PD orders to investigate for herself. Without releasing small towns have large secrets - the community protects their own....more
I dare you to NOT read this book in a day. I honestly don't think it's possible. Millie is desperate - beyond grateful when Nina offers her a job. A lI dare you to NOT read this book in a day. I honestly don't think it's possible. Millie is desperate - beyond grateful when Nina offers her a job. A live-in maid. Recently released from prison - 10 years of her young life behind bars. Things are great - until Nina destroys the house, forcing Millie to clean her mess. After an omg what just happened moment, Nina takes over the narration. And it does not disappoint. You must read this book. ...more
In 1882, a group of men stumble upon a life altering Egyptian treasure. Only one man is held accountable - killed; the priest designated to guard the In 1882, a group of men stumble upon a life altering Egyptian treasure. Only one man is held accountable - killed; the priest designated to guard the treasure dedicates his soul to revenge, his curse ringing as the boat sails away. Present day - Retribution has come. An ancient being is called upon to bring their decedents to hell. Dan - NYPD Detective, and his partner are assigned the case. Ancient wrappings are found at the scene - as well victim literally torn apart. Tom, formerly Dan's partner, is tasked by the wealthy widow to work with the police to solve the case. Legend. Horror. Sexual tension. Fast paced and well written. ...more
Massive Book Hangover. This book just offers so much to all people. Whimsy experienced a life defining trauma at 8 - her mother used magic to erase theMassive Book Hangover. This book just offers so much to all people. Whimsy experienced a life defining trauma at 8 - her mother used magic to erase the memories. But some part of Whimsy remembers. She struggles with her mental health, her will to continue. Meeting Faerry at her most recent hospital stay, they form a delicate friendship. The energy unleashed - poetic, powerful. This book will be what I need for my own struggles far into my future....more
This book just offers so much - I cannot wait for the author's next book! Racism, social justice, queer characters, high school, police, real topics. TThis book just offers so much - I cannot wait for the author's next book! Racism, social justice, queer characters, high school, police, real topics. The writing weaves these complexities into a tragic murder, two young women coming together to find justice. One the best friend, a queer black young woman. The other a white privileged, naïve suspect. A quick, obsessive read. I could not put it down. One of my 2022 favorites....more
Quick, sweet romance. Loved the humor, quirky personalities and of course Xavier's statistics. The supporting characters - loved them the most. Logan'Quick, sweet romance. Loved the humor, quirky personalities and of course Xavier's statistics. The supporting characters - loved them the most. Logan's daughter and Xavier's bestie - gave heart and depth to these men. Xavier ends up home - after years loudly stating he was never staying. Fired, no fellowship in Berlin and dumped by his long term boyfriend, Xavier moves back in with his parents. In Harbor Cove, Maine. I loved Xavier's self growth and maturing throughout the plot - and the chemistry between him and Logan. Oh yes! Great romcom! ...more
When is the NEXT BOOK?! This series - I am so invested! Ruby chose her path - classic Ruby, so much anger. And only Scarlet is at fault. Her plan movesWhen is the NEXT BOOK?! This series - I am so invested! Ruby chose her path - classic Ruby, so much anger. And only Scarlet is at fault. Her plan moves onto the next steps as Scarlet ruthlessly searches. The Drews are at an impasse - the twins no longer speaking to Lily, refuse to talk and set the revelation aside. Scarlet wants revenge. Lily just wants to move past it all. This family is fascinating. I am obsessed!...more
When is the next book coming out? These characters are fantastic - realistic, likeable. The author does a great job keeping up with the plot while givWhen is the next book coming out? These characters are fantastic - realistic, likeable. The author does a great job keeping up with the plot while giving snippets of their ongoing lives. A seriously ill child is kidnapped from her private hospital room - by the friendly orderly. His dead body is found, next to Rosie's favorite panda stuffy. Jessie and her team dive in - with the help of the Commissioner. Shady financial advisor father. Shady gang leader. And a local occult group. ...more
Leslie just keeps me on the edge of my seat! I did guess - but this plot had me obsessed. Kay's ex-husband shows up - someone no one has heard of. BriLeslie just keeps me on the edge of my seat! I did guess - but this plot had me obsessed. Kay's ex-husband shows up - someone no one has heard of. Brian, a detective at the San Francisco PD, shows up in Kay's town. Begging for help. Accused of killing his fiancée. Kay's best friend from college. Rachel was pregnant with Brian's baby. At their wedding. So many twists. I loved every single one....more
Not as good as some others I have read by this author - still very enjoyable read. I loved the characters. Tidbits of information given in this multipNot as good as some others I have read by this author - still very enjoyable read. I loved the characters. Tidbits of information given in this multiple narrator suspense. Mike - The Husband Lillian - The Wife The Death - this book starts before The Death, who doesn't love the ominous title? Lillian is a high functioning alcoholic, convinced her husband of almost two decades is having an affair. Fired from her journalist job, Lillian begins her own affair. Until The Death disrupts her quiet life. I enjoyed the twists - though a little predictable. ...more
A brutally honest look at the struggle of sobriety in our American alcohol is every where society. The shame of attending parties with alcohol and havA brutally honest look at the struggle of sobriety in our American alcohol is every where society. The shame of attending parties with alcohol and having to say no, disintegrating of long time friendships, and the reality of blackouts - Sarah holds little back. The amount of courage, the lack of fear for revealing her honest self - not just to millions of strangers, as a reader learns of her most intimate struggle, but also for those Sarah knows. Inspiring, encouraging and supportive. Sarah accomplished her goal - providing a story of sobriety, pointing out the lack in our literature choices. Well done. ...more
I am pretty bummed I finished this audiobook - I loved these characters. I know I'm going to miss them. Phoenix is pulled back into the world of freelaI am pretty bummed I finished this audiobook - I loved these characters. I know I'm going to miss them. Phoenix is pulled back into the world of freelance hires - a bounty placed on his head as well as the other Starbreakers. Desperate to protect them all, Phoenix struggles to reunite his group. After a horrible incident, determined to never see each other again, none are too excited. Desperate to uncover who commissioned the bounty, Phoenix and others attempt to unravel the mystery. I enjoyed the dark humor; these characters are entertaining, realistic and relatable. Loved it. ...more
This audio had me hooked. As in cleaning, work, gaming on my phone. I needed to listen - quickly entranced by the plot and the women. These women are This audio had me hooked. As in cleaning, work, gaming on my phone. I needed to listen - quickly entranced by the plot and the women. These women are all badass- well maybe with the exception of one. Emily needs a vacation- her pending divorce draining all of her - confidence, her bank account. Her bestie Chess - a self help bestseller books a trip for them both. Villa Aestas. My favorite narrator- Mari, daughter of a talented woman who died in childbirth. Her stepsister. Her partner. His friend - plus his dealer. Complex. Women in superficial roles, yet about to hit their creative peak. Mari to pen a book about "women, power, betrayal. Survival." Based on Mary Shelley's own excursion to Lord Byron's estate - towing a despicable partner; befriending Byron's friend, a dr rather than dealer. And her stepsister. Always her stepsister. On the brink of Frankenstein. Massive swoon....more
One of the best titles ever - I love the word play. The Benders flee Pennsylvania - eluding to the Vandals, an occurrence forcing this family to split One of the best titles ever - I love the word play. The Benders flee Pennsylvania - eluding to the Vandals, an occurrence forcing this family to split up and head to Kentucky. Pa and John arrive first, purchase land and build a house - intending to open a grocery and hotel. Ma is less than pleased upon arrival - desperate to live a quiet life. Kate fails to agree - desperate to become a medium and build her brand. Then the bloodshed begins. Based on a true story, this book is chilling. Lovely fictional story wrapped around a family's legend - one rarely heard of. Excellent read!...more
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