Book Review: My Dark Vanessa by Kate Elizabeth Russell
A compelling read that sent shivers down my spine. This book was on my TBR for so long and I don’t know why. I’d heard mixed reviews—overall great—but most included trigger warnings. Regardless, I thoroughly enjoyed it and found specific parts interesting, particularly the protagonist’s struggle to recognize and categorize the abuse she endured, and … Continue reading “Book Review: My Dark Vanessa by Kate Elizabeth Russell”
Book Review: When the Stars Go Dark by Paula McLain
Vivid, clever, and steady-paced. Hauntingly descriptive with pulse-pounding twists and a vulnerable yet highly intuitive protagonist. Paula McLain writes about a very chilling topic with the elegance and ease of a pro. Paula McLain is an American author best known for her novel, The Paris Wife, a fictionalized account of Ernest Hemingway’s first marriage which … Continue reading “Book Review: When the Stars Go Dark by Paula McLain”
Book Review: Sometimes I Lie by Alice Feeney
Twisted, gripping, and insane. I raced to the end! I was late reading Alice Feeney’s debut novel but after hearing so many amazing reviews, I’m so happy it lived up to the hype. This book was an emotional whirlwind and after finishing, I needed some time to digest it. I don’t give many five-star reviews … Continue reading “Book Review: Sometimes I Lie by Alice Feeney”
Book Review: Blood Will Tell by Heather Chavez
Gripping, with multiple layers of mystery. How far would you go to protect someone you love? Even if you suspected them of murder… From the author of the searing debut, No Bad Deed, comes a story about family bonds, and the secrets sisters keep in order to protect each other. Blood Will Tell is original, … Continue reading “Book Review: Blood Will Tell by Heather Chavez”
Book Review: Animal by Lisa Taddeo
Witty, fierce, and unapoligetic. My favorite book of 2021! Lisa Taddeo is the author of three books: Three Women, a compelling nonfiction account of women and sex, Animal, a fictional depiction of female rage and visceral exploration of the fallout from a male-dominated society, and her newest book, Ghost Lover, a collection of fearless and … Continue reading “Book Review: Animal by Lisa Taddeo”
Book Review: The Other Black Girl by Zakiya Dalila Harris
One word: WOW! Whip-smart, thought-provoking, and inventive. Leading up to the release of this book I’d read comps like: The Devil Wears Prada meets Get Out and I was so curious how the twist was going to reveal itself. Especially with the very white backdrop of a corporate office in a New York City publishing … Continue reading “Book Review: The Other Black Girl by Zakiya Dalila Harris”
Book Review: Don’t Look For Me by Wendy Walker
Sharp, suspenseful, fast-paced, and satisfying. One of my favorite books of 2020! Regardless of whether or not you’re familiar with Wendy Walker, this book will make you an instant fan. With a background in law and psychology, Walker crafts compelling female protagonists and eerie settings into twisted mysteries. Two of my favorite books are The … Continue reading “Book Review: Don’t Look For Me by Wendy Walker”
Book Review: This Might Hurt by Stephanie Wrobel
Gut-wrenching, gripping, and utterly original. Picture Tranquillim House from Nine Perfect Strangers located on Dennis Lehane’s Shutter Island and you’ll capture the essence of This Might Hurt. I’m always drawn to books that focus on complicated female protagonists, sinister settings, and psychological twists. This story definitely delivers and I have no doubt this will be … Continue reading “Book Review: This Might Hurt by Stephanie Wrobel”
Book Review: Girl A by Abigail Dean
A slow burning literary thriller with a psychological twist. Abigail Dean’s haunting debut—Girl A—focuses on the aftermath rather than the actual abuse inflicted on the characters, reflected within the current timeline as flashbacks. We follow Alexandra Gracie; a survivor—now a successful lawyer—and learn about the conditions she and her siblings were subjected to, including the … Continue reading “Book Review: Girl A by Abigail Dean”
Book Review: The Lies I Tell by Julie Clark
The Lies I Tell by Julie Clark is a twisty, fierce domestic thriller. The story follows two complicated women, fueled by revenge as they navigate the glitzy Los Angeles landscape in search of those who wronged them. I always enjoy domestic thrillers with strong female protagonists and this book checked all the boxes. Clark has … Continue reading “Book Review: The Lies I Tell by Julie Clark”
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