The Devil’s Star is a gripping but uneasy entry into Jo Nesbø’s Harry Hole series. While the serial killer investigation is easy to follow and intriguing, the deep dive into Harry’s alcoholism can be difficult to sit with. It’s a well-written but challenging read that becomes more engaging as the case unfolds.
Avery Grambs has a plan for a better future: survive high school, win a scholarship, and get out. But her fortunes change in an instant when billionaire Tobias Hawthorne dies and leaves Avery virtually his entire fortune. The catch? Avery has no idea why -- or even who Tobias Hawthorne is. To receive her inheritance, … Continue reading The Inheritance Games by Jennifer Lynn Barnes (Book Review) | Puzzles, Romance, and a Slow Start
In the reality TV show The Running Man, the only objective is to stay alive. Ben Richards has no job, no money, and a young daughter who urgently needs medical attention. Desperate, out of options, he signs up for The Running Man, “the biggest show in the country.” It’s an ultraviolent competition where the stakes … Continue reading The Running Man by Richard Bachman (Stephen King) Book Review | A Dark Dystopian Thriller That Still Feels Relevant
Greg Cope White’s The Pink Marine is one of those books that sneaks up on you, it’s sharp, funny, and unexpectedly heartfelt. I started it for the laughs and stayed for the courage. White’s story of surviving Marine boot camp as a closeted gay man in the 1990s isn’t just about endurance, it’s about identity, brotherhood, and learning what it truly means to belong.
Deborah Harkness returns with The Black Bird Oracle, the fifth entry in the All Souls universe. While the first trilogy gave us magic, history, and an unforgettable romance, this new installment tries to push the story forward by digging deeper into Diana Bishop’s family and her dark magical heritage. But does this latest chapter justify extending the series, or does it feel like setup for something bigger?
In Gone Tomorrow (Jack Reacher #13), Lee Child takes readers on a gripping ride through New York City’s subways, shadow wars, and shifting alliances. Read my spoiler-free review to see why this darker, more serious Reacher novel still delivers the thrills, and how it might play out in Amazon’s Reacher season 4.
Equinox is a slow, strange mix of magical realism, spirituality, and MMM romance set in Vienna, uneven, but fascinating enough to keep me turning the pages.
In a small town, everyone thinks they know you: Charlie is a hardcore rocker, who's not as tough as he looks. Hammer is a footy jock with big AFL dreams, and an even bigger ego. Zeke is a shy over-achiever, never macho enough for his family. But all three boys hide who they really are. … Continue reading Invisible Boys by Holden Sheppard | Book Review
What happens when a security android hacks its governor module and just wants to binge-watch media instead of guard humans? All Systems Red is sharp, funny, and surprisingly emotional. Murderbot is the most relatable socially awkward introvert I've ever met in space or on Earth.
The Old Man starts quiet but quickly morphs into a sharp, slow-burn thriller. Dan Chase is the kind of hero who surprises you, and not just with his Beretta. A few missteps aside, this is smart, layered crime fiction with bite.
Worn Out Spines 