Loved this book. If you love Vegas you will love hearing about the behind the scenes, the stories behind the attractions and The Strip. It was fun andLoved this book. If you love Vegas you will love hearing about the behind the scenes, the stories behind the attractions and The Strip. It was fun and interesting, great in audio...more
I requested this book on the back of the authors previous book Never Saw it Coming which I absolutely loved.
Unfortunately this was a miss for me. It I requested this book on the back of the authors previous book Never Saw it Coming which I absolutely loved.
Unfortunately this was a miss for me. It was a very very slow burn, with so many characters and timelines to keep straight. I felt like I was reading it forever and not really getting very far. I usually like a book with multiple characters and timelines but I feel that we got too many details and every single character’s point of view on everything and it dragged. The book was just too long and not fast paced enough for me.
Can’t love them all, I am disappointed that this wasn’t for me. Thanks to the publisher and NetGalley for the chance to read this in exchange for an honest review....more
James Patterson is always guaranteed to stop a reading slump and The 24th Hour did the trick. Easily devoured in a day, it was great to be part of theJames Patterson is always guaranteed to stop a reading slump and The 24th Hour did the trick. Easily devoured in a day, it was great to be part of the women’s murder again. These ladies are like family to me after 24 books now and still going strong.
As always, the ladies have their hands full. Yuki finds herself working with a woman with multiple personalities who has been raped, Lindsay is in the hunt for the killer of a celebrity couple, 6 months apart. And Joe is working on a massive cyber hacking case. The drama is everywhere, plenty of twists and turns. Oh, and there is a wedding to plan for.
Short chapters as always make for a super entertaining and fast read. Lovers of this series are going to love it.
Thanks to Random House UK, Cornerstone, Century for the advanced copy. Always a pleasure to read....more
I could not wait for this book, the 3rd book featuring Detective Kate Miles. I was excited when it arrived and dove straight in. I think this may be mI could not wait for this book, the 3rd book featuring Detective Kate Miles. I was excited when it arrived and dove straight in. I think this may be my favourite of the 3, a page turner from start to finish. Australian crime fiction is on fire right now and I am loving it. Make sure you have plenty of time on your hands as you will not want to put it down.
Kate has certainly got her work cut out for her in Tipping Point. Her brother Like comes back to Esserton for the funeral of his close school friend who has taken his own life. Not long after, another friend is found dead on his property… was it an accident or murder? Luke is the prime suspect and Kate is taken off the case, but can’t help but still investigate.
Another fantastic police procedural. I loved being on this journey with Kate and look forward to what is in store for her next.
Thanks to Harper Collins Australia for sending me an advance copy of this book. Published in Australia January 31st....more
How Can I Help You is a clever, slow burning thriller than can easily be read in a single sitting. The setting of a small town library is sure to appeHow Can I Help You is a clever, slow burning thriller than can easily be read in a single sitting. The setting of a small town library is sure to appeal to avid readers as it did me.
This is a book that you want to go into fairly blind. The suspense builds throughout the story of these 2 women, neither If them really who they appear to be. It was fun to see how they saw the same incidents so differently. It is dark and disturbing but a fun and quick read.
Thanks to Verve Books for my advanced copy of this book to read. Published on July 25th...more
I do love a good Aussie crime thriller, and Wild Dogs ticked all the boxes. Reading like a fast paced action film, it was so much fun to read. Not alwI do love a good Aussie crime thriller, and Wild Dogs ticked all the boxes. Reading like a fast paced action film, it was so much fun to read. Not always easy with some graphic scenes as you would expect, but all in context of the story.
Outback thrillers are some of my favourites, with the setting almost another character. The remoteness, the small community of people, the lack of phone reception and supplies - it all adds to the story and builds the tension.
Gabe was a conflicting character. At times I liked him, at others I wanted to slap him. He is a loner, travelling the WA outback in his job as a trapper. He catches the wild dogs to protect the farms animals and produce. He does some other things on the side as well, that will come back to bite him eventually. One day he stumbles on a Afghan man about to be shot, and decides he needs to intervene. This puts him and Amin on the run from dangerous people, who will stop at nothing to keep their secrets and income stream.
Thanks to Penguin Books Australia for my advanced copy of this book to read. Released in Australia February 1st...more
This is a really hard book to review, due to its subject matter and the many many triggers that there will be in this book for people. It is a deeply This is a really hard book to review, due to its subject matter and the many many triggers that there will be in this book for people. It is a deeply disturbing and dark read, and I couldn't stop reading. It wasn't a light summer read in any way and will certainly not be for everyone.
I am not going to talk about the plot too much, there is alot going on all the time between the characters. At the centre of it all is Michele Cameron, a black woman who has just been released from prison where she has spent a large part of her life for her part in a child's murder, when she was just a child herself. She is now on the outside and struggling with a new name and life. She has no friends or family and is constantly worried that people will know who she really is. Her main interactions are with a police officer who she learns to trust, and a writer who wants to write a book about her.
I did read this on a rainy day whilst on summer holidays and didn't stop until I finished it. There is a surprising ending and it will give you much to think about.
I received a copy of an ARC for this book via a fellow booklover from the publisher. Released in Australia February 2nd....more
Last year I read and loved The Family Tree by Steph Mullins and Nicole Mabry, so it was a no brainer that I would jump at the chance to read their secLast year I read and loved The Family Tree by Steph Mullins and Nicole Mabry, so it was a no brainer that I would jump at the chance to read their second book. Once again, I was completely hooked from the start. Full of unlikeable and unreliable characters, this one will keep you reading into the night. Although I picked the ending this time, it did not take away from my enjoyment of this intense murder mystery. It is fast paced and told in the present day and also in diary entries from 15 years earlier. We learn about the town of Lake Moss, and those that live there throughout the story.
Our main character is Margo, who is returning to town to help look after her father who has recently had surgery. She does not have fond memories of the place, it was a living hell for her growing up. Her best friend Jessie Germaine, was the most popular girl at school and she went missing 15 years ago. As she is driving into town, she learns that her body has just been discovered and the case has been re-opened. A true crime documentary team have also arrived in town and Margo finds herself helping out. Who killed Jessie and why? Trust me, there are plenty of answers for both questions.
Thanks to Avon Books UK for my advanced copy of this book to read....more
Who doesn't love an Agatha Christie mystery? This crime lover certainly does, growing up with a grandmother who encouraged me to read her books from aWho doesn't love an Agatha Christie mystery? This crime lover certainly does, growing up with a grandmother who encouraged me to read her books from a young age. So when I heard about this book I was really keen to read it. Thanks to Macmillan Australia for sending me this advanced copy to read. It arrived an hour before we left for our summer holiday and went straight to the top of the pile.
Everyone knows that in December, 1926, author Agatha Christie went missing for 11 days. But whet happened? Where did she go and why? The Christie Affair tells the story of what happened through the eyes of her husbands mistress, Nan. A fictional telling of a story of love, revenge, hurt and marriage. Nan has her own backstory that was tough and dark. Oh and of course there is a murder to solve.
This was an enjoyable and entertaining read. Released in Australia January 25th....more
Blake is dead. His wife killed him. The question is: Which one?
That is the hook that sucked me right into this book and did not let go. This is a long bBlake is dead. His wife killed him. The question is: Which one?
That is the hook that sucked me right into this book and did not let go. This is a long book but truthfully it did not feel it and I had finished it just over a day. It is a slow burn of a story, with the past of each wife being revealed through chapters of alternative points of view. But it is so interesting and twisty that you just need to keep reading.
So which wife hated Blake the most? That is pretty much it... one of his 3 wives liked him very much and they don’t like each other either. Tensions certainly ran high in this plural marriage. The women, Rachel, Tina and Emily, don’t trust each other and are quick to point the finger elsewhere. They all had their pasts, with secrets that would rather keep that way. It all comes to a thrilling conclusion and I loved it.
Thanks to Hachette Australia for my copy of this book to read....more
I loved this book ❤️ It was my first book by Alexandra Joel and I could not get enough of it. I was instantly pulled into Blaise’s ever changing worldI loved this book ❤️ It was my first book by Alexandra Joel and I could not get enough of it. I was instantly pulled into Blaise’s ever changing world, from Sydney to London I was there for it all. I love an Aussie story, even better when it is set in the swinging sixties and involves the Royal family.
It was clear that this book was incredibly well researched, with the events of the time all playing a part of Blaise’s adventure. I felt that I was in the past, living alongside the characters. I think it wold make a fantastic movie.
Blaise Hill is an ambitious working class girl from the rough streets of Enmore. She is determined to be a reporter, despite the obstacles thrown at her. She wants more for herself and her family. She won’t give up when it gets hard and earns herself an assignment in London to cover the wedding of Princess Margaret. It is an eye opening experience for the young girl, like another world. The circles she starts to move in, the fashions and music, the politics and becoming an independent woman. And of course there are no shortage of men showing her attention. 2 in particular get into her heart, but who can she trust? She has her own secrets that she need to stay secrets.
Blaise is a wonderful character, one that is growing as we read. It was an easy time to be a woman but she isn’t going to let her sex get in her way. I cant wait to read more from this author.
A big thank you to Harper Collins Australia for sending me a copy of this book to read. Out in Australia February 3rd....more
Another fun and easy read for summer, Santa Monica was definitely a #bookstagrammademedoit book and I loved it.
Although it was a fun read it is about Another fun and easy read for summer, Santa Monica was definitely a #bookstagrammademedoit book and I loved it.
Although it was a fun read it is about a murder and tackles tough issues like illegal immigrants and Trumps America. The story of a murdered gym instructor and those who might want him dead. Set against the gorgeous backdrop of Santa Monica, where the rich and beautiful live. There are characters you will love and others you will love to hate. All the ingredients of a great story...more
Dead Letters begins with a bang, quite literally, and the pace doesn't let up from there. It is a fast paced, edge of your seat thriller that would maDead Letters begins with a bang, quite literally, and the pace doesn't let up from there. It is a fast paced, edge of your seat thriller that would make a brilliant movie or TV series. It kept me up until the early hours, each chapters ending demanding that I keep reading. and it was worth the dark circles under my eyes the next day - absolutely brilliant.
Nothing good can ever come of a phone call at 5am, everybody knows this. This call has Sid Allen making his way to the scene of the murder of politician Dan Le Roi in Brighton Le Sands, Sydney. The well known politician has been shot 4 times, and there is another surprise waiting for detectives. This case is going to be big. Journalist Zephyr Wilde is also at the scene and hooks Sid into working with her on this one when she divulges that she was working with Le Roi as well. He was helping her to look into the murder of her mother when she was a child. Lines are crossed and information is shared. When you ask these sorts of questions people notice. This case is dangerous - politics, terrorism, drugs, gangs, corruption, it is all there.
I couldn't get enough of Dead Letters and the Sydney setting made it relatable in terms of location. Michael Brisseden has worked for the ABC for years and it shows in his writing. Lovers of Chris Hammer and Michael Connelly will devour this as I did. All the stars.
Thanks to Hachette Australia for sending this book my way. It is released in Australia January 27th....more
I could not put it down.. deliciously addictive and twisted is how I would describe it! Very much in the vein of Pretty Little Liars...Perfect holida I could not put it down.. deliciously addictive and twisted is how I would describe it! Very much in the vein of Pretty Little Liars...Perfect holiday read...more
Wow, Lee Christie, that was amazing! I loved Charlotte's Pass and I was so excited to hear that there was another book with these characters. CrackenbWow, Lee Christie, that was amazing! I loved Charlotte's Pass and I was so excited to hear that there was another book with these characters. Crackenback had me hooked right from the start and I read it in a day on the beach. Easily read as a stand alone, you need to add Crackenback to your TBR now.
Ava and her 3 year old daughter are preparing the lodge for the tourist season. The snow is coming down thick and fast and they are excited for the coming weeks. That is until Jack Walker, covered in blood, bursts in and starts locking all the doors and cutting off the phones. Who is Jack and what does he want? And why is he covered in blood? At the same time Detective Sergeant Pierce Ryder is on the hunt for a serial killer. Once again it brings him to the Snowy Mountains area. He hopes that the sightings this time will lead to an arrest.
Crackenback is full of drama and secrets. From Parramatta to Thredbo and up to The Entrance (which is where I read this book - freaky!!) the hunt is on to stop a killer and keep Ava and Poppy safe.
Thanks to Allen and Unwin for sending me an advanced copy of this book to read....more
Starting From Scratch was my first book by Penelope Janu and I thoroughly enjoyed it. It is a rural romance novel, but the story had so much more to iStarting From Scratch was my first book by Penelope Janu and I thoroughly enjoyed it. It is a rural romance novel, but the story had so much more to it than a love story. Thank you for the surprise bookmail Harlequin Australia, another author to add to my list.
Sapphire, now Sapphie is such a lovely character. She had a tough upbringing, losing her mother and dealing with a controlling father, she is now happy at Horseshoe Hill working as a teacher and helping troubled kids. And then Matts Laaksonen arrives in town to warn her. Matts is her former best friend, Sapphie grew up with him and now all the emotions of the past are resurfacing. As they begin to work together on the environmental issues of the area, secrets from both of their pasts are exposed, but will it bring them closer or drive them apart.
Oh this book was so good - how have I never read this author before? All of her books are now on my TBR. As soon as I saw this one I had to have it anOh this book was so good - how have I never read this author before? All of her books are now on my TBR. As soon as I saw this one I had to have it and I ordered it from Book Depository, unsure if it would come out in Australia. I am glad that I did as I now have a gorgeous hardcover book!
Everybody knows Agatha Christie books, but how much do we know about the woman herself? I was surprised to learn that she loved to surf! She was an interesting and strong woman. In December 1926, Agatha Christie went missing for 11 days. Her husband and family had no idea where she was. the police become involved and we learn more about her husband Archie and their relationship. We hear from Agatha's point of view up until she disappears and then from Archie. All was not as it seemed in their marriage and Archie is of course under suspicion - it is always the husband.
A fun and interesting read, I recommend to historical fiction and Christie fans....more
I love a police procedural and Rachel Amphlett’s Mark Turpin series ticks all the boxes for me. It has great characters, likeable and those not so mucI love a police procedural and Rachel Amphlett’s Mark Turpin series ticks all the boxes for me. It has great characters, likeable and those not so much, cases that keep you guessing right until the end and they are just so easy to get lost in. I am a massive fan of her Kay Hunter books, and Mark is growing on me more with each book.
This time Mark and his partner Jan West have a tough case to crack. The victim is a young student, Jessica. She has been murdered in her way home from a shift in one of her many jobs at the local pub. She is a hard worker and very well liked, so who would want her dead. The more the investigation goes in the more confused they become. They have their work cut out for them....more
I have to say that I am bit of a fan of Stephen Edgers. There has not been a book of his that I have read and not enjoyed. I jumped at the chance to rI have to say that I am bit of a fan of Stephen Edgers. There has not been a book of his that I have read and not enjoyed. I jumped at the chance to read an early copy of Snapshot, knowing that it would be another twisty psychological thriller.. and I was not wrong. Wow, Snapshot is not a book to pick up and just read a few chapters. Make sure you have plenty of time to read because you will not want to put it down. I read this in 2 sittings, completely caught up in everything that was happening.
Hannah’s life turned upside down almost a year ago when her husband was murdered in a home invasion. She has moved away to Southampton for a fresh start and to escape the reminders. But she is still having nightmares and seeing her dead husband around town. When she starts to go through his things she finds a mobile she has never seen before and a memory card. She returns to Manchester and begins with to learn that her husband was not the man she believed him to be.
Thanks to Stephen Edger and TBC on Facebook for my advanced copy of this book to read. All opinions are my own and are in no way biased ...more
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