It begins in Paris. A painter studiously works to cover a canvass with a portrait of his wife– Josette– to cover the painting that is already in place but must now be protected. For this is 1944 and art is being ruined, stolen and destroyed. From there, we move to the present and the search …
For fans of true crime podcasts and whodunit mysteries. Five years ago Lucy was found wandering the streets covered in her best friend’s blood. No one was able to find evidence, but everyone is sure that Lucy did it. The only problem is Lucy can’t remember that night and no one believes her. When a …
Bodie Kane has returned to her New Hampshire boarding school campus to teach a podcast class 20+ years after her graduation. In a compulsively readable story, she poses questions pertaining to the murder of her classmate and former roommate. Her flashbacks, speculations, and current timeline are all equally engaging. –Mary, Secret Garden Books, Seattle, WA …
Here is the next hot thing. Aurora Ascher’s Sanctuary of the Shadow is an epic romantasy about hot love interests, relatable main characters, fast female friends, and consensual “spice.” Lots of spice. Look, this character has secrets, and that character doesn’t know the secrets he carries, but it’s clear he’s not from around here. (The wings give it away.) But there’s …
This thriller kept me on my toes the whole time! I loved being in the head of a character with amnesia and trying to figure out what was happening alongside her. I love the twist at the end! –Ann, Beach Books, Seaside, OR Pick books that will keep you up late! Beach Books and other …
The Four Horsemen are harbingers of justice, bringing about the end of humanity. They are brutal and unforgiving in their task. Four ordinary women believe if they kill the death bringers they may save humanity. Unbeknownst to them these horseman cannot die. The punishment for these attempts are to travel with them and witness the …
Wow! I LOVE it when my favorite genre comes up with a new series that leans on a unique concept. Ben Koenig is the Fearless guy – because he can’t feel fear. Sometimes that’s a good thing but it can also lead to some bad outcomes, so he’s constantly on the watch for personal disaster. …
Looking for a fantasy romance with a little spice? This book is for you. Selene Bowers is a witch and her only wish is to join a sisterhood, specifically Henbane Coven. There is only one problem: her magic feeds on her memories when she uses it. She is given the chance if she can go …
Are you looking for a fast-paced mystery that’ll keep you guessing till the last page? Look no further than Killing Me. The opening scene starts with Amber being trapped in a serial killer’s van. He goes by “the Pikachu Killer.” Escaping by a hair (after being shaved and painted blue) by a woman in a …
When a book starts off with sarcastic humor, I know I am going to like it. What’s a girl to do when she wakes up and has no clue who she is, why she’s in Paris, and why the bad guys and good guys are all chasing her? It might have something to do with …
