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The First Girl is a gripping blend of true crime and thriller, with twists that kept me hooked. Karen’s return to her past will make you question the ethics of true crime consumption. Want to dive into the investigation? Click through to read my full thoughts! [Read More]
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The Beauty Queen is a captivating thriller that blends dual timelines with a nostalgic seaside backdrop and explores a missing pageant mystery. Initially hesitant I was soon hooked by its brilliant narrative and powerful themes. Click to read my full review! [Read More]
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Yorkshire Reads takes on Knaresborough! Featuring Castlegate Books and giant Yorkshire puddings. [Read More]
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Return to Marlow for a cosy crime adventure as Judith unravels a grim mystery with unexpected allies. With a plot full of twists and nods to earlier novels this is the best entry in the series so far. Click to read my full review [Read More]
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Making A Killing is Cara Hunter’s immersive seventh Adam Fawley case blending mixed media storytelling with a gripping crime plot. With striking design and clever nods to earlier work you will want to dive straight in. Click to read my full review! [Read More]
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Clay McLeod Chapman’s Wake Up and Open Your Eyes is unlike any book I’ve read. This mind-bending transgressive tale twists into unexpected madness and challenges reality in a way that will leave you astonished. Click through for my full review! [Read More]
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A Serial Killer’s Guide to Marriage is a darkly comic thriller where former serial killers Haze and Fox try to start afresh. With miscommunications and a touch of designer fashion it’s a popcorn read that will leave you laughing. Click through! [Read More]
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I snuck in a final 2024 read on New Year’s Eve with this festive novella from Peter Swanson. At 96 pages it delivers a cosy holiday vibe and plenty of surprises. Want to know if it’s a must-read? Click through for my full review! [Read More]
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Susan Lewis’ Nothing to See Here is a lengthy thriller following podcaster Cristy as she investigates a sixteen-year-old cold case filled with dark family secrets and eerie clues. Click through to read my full review! [Read More]
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Yorkshire Reads book blogger meet up in Leeds featuring book shopping and Christmas pizza! [Read More]
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Happy Bloody Christmas is a festive, funny and chaotic read. After a hangover and post-party mess Anna finds Santa dead in her pantry. With quirky humour and a murder mystery to solve it’s the perfect holiday treat. Click through for my review! [Read More]
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Iceland Noir is a dream festival for crime fiction lovers, set against the stunning backdrop of Reykjavík. From gripping panels to meeting top authors, here’s what made my trip special – plus a full guide on attending, including costs, tickets and tips to make the most of your visit. [Read More]
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