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Burn After Reading by Catherine Ryan Howard is a twisty engrossing read that kept me awake until 3 am. Follow Emily as she uncovers dark secrets while ghostwriting a memoir. It’s a massive treat that will captivate you from start to finish. [Full Review]
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Famous Last Words by Gillian McAllister is a thrilling love story set in a hostage situation. Told from three perspectives, the twists and turns will keep you hooked as you unravel the mystery of why Luke has taken hostages. A beautifully executed story that blends suspense with complex relationships. [Full Review]
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Listen for the Lie by Amy Tintera follows Lucy, whose life is upended when a true crime podcast reopens the case of her best friend’s murder. As secrets unravel and memories resurface, Lucy must confront whether she’s responsible or if there’s more to the story. [Full Review]
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In Hidden Pictures, we meet 21-year-old Mallory, fresh out of rehab and 18 months sober. Living in a halfway house, she’s trying to rebuild her life when her sponsor arranges a babysitting job for the Maxwells and their 5-year-old son, Teddy. [Full Review]
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After a hurricane takes lives in a small town, the survivors discover that within the long-disconnected phone box, which still stands like a relic of bygone times, they can hear the voices of their lost loved ones. But what’s really on the line and is something more sinister at play? [Full Review]
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It’s 10:24 a.m. and Colton has just woken up with what he believes to be the hangover from hell… only to soon realise his surroundings are unfamiliar. To make matters worse, he’s in a remote mansion – and he’s not the only one there. [Full Review]
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So, aside from reading, I greatly enjoy gaming in my spare time and worked in video games (PR and QA) for 8 years. I jumped at the chance when I saw this ARC on NetGalley, with thanks to Oni Press, Massive Monster and Devolver Digital. [Full Review]
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In A Drowning Tide by Sarah Lawton, crossword setter Merry’s quiet Isle of Wight life is upended when her neighbour vanishes – just like his father years before. As she digs for answers, buried secrets emerge. A must-read foe cosy crime and mystery fans! [Full Review]
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The book opens with a flashback to Spring 2004, where we meet Tobias and Evelyn Moore. They’ve been together for six years, married for three, and are expecting their first child. They’re infatuated with one another, and their relationship is incredibly loving. [Full Review]
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This debut comic thriller introduces us to Claire, whose life is currently spiraling out of control. Her father has just passed away, and to top it off, what seemed like good news about her artwork turns out to be a case of mistaken identity – the congratulatory email was sent… [Full Review]
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This is the third book I’ve read by Shari Lapena. The first was The Couple Next Door, and then I picked up a signed and dedicated copy of Everyone Here Is Lying after attending a panel at the Harrogate Crime Writing Festival in 2023. [Full Review]
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I started First Lie Wins on a red-eye flight back from New York City. By the time I reached 26%, I reluctantly put it down to try and catch some sleep – but it wasn’t easy with a story this gripping. [Full Review]
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