It’s the opening night of The Manor, and no expense, small or large, has been spared. The infinity pool sparkles; crystal pouches for guests’ healing have been placed in the…
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Book Review: The Last Murder at the End of the World
Solve the murder to save what’s left of the world. Outside the island there is nothing: the world was destroyed by a fog that swept the planet, killing anyone it…
Book Review: Portrait of a Thief
History is told by the conquerors. Across the Western world, museums display the spoils of war, of conquest, of colonialism: priceless pieces of art looted from other countries, kept even…
Book Review: The Housemaid’s Secret by Freida McFadden
It’s hard to find an employer who doesn’t ask too many questions about my past. So I thank my lucky stars that the Garricks miraculously give me a job, cleaning…
2023 in Book Reviews: Murder at the Theatre Royal, The Christmas Murder Game & The One That Got Away
As we inch closer to Christmas, today’s trio is full of festive delights; Ada Moncrieff’s Murder at Theatre Royale, Alexandra Benedict’s The Christmas Murder Game and a dash of romance…
2023 in Book Reviews: The Dead Romantics, Love In The Time of Serial Killers, The Launch Party & The Ward Witch
As promised, one final roundup before the day ends. This one is jam packed with ghosts, ghouls, magic, murder and a dash of romance! It includes; Ashley Poston’s The Dead…
2023 in Book Reviews: Wilderness, The Family Game, If We Were Villains & The Villa
Long time no speak! 👋🏼 Life has been a whirlwind with a lot of work and travel. While I’ve not been as chronically online as previous years, you’ll be pleased…
Book Review: The Silent Patient
Alicia Berenson’s life is seemingly perfect. A famous painter married to an in-demand fashion photographer, she lives in a grand house with big windows overlooking a park in one of…
Book Review: Haven’t They Grown
All Beth has to do is drive her son to his Under-14s away match, watch him play, and bring him home. Just because she knows her ex-best friend lives near…