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Book Review, Suspense, thriller

The Thief’s Mistake (A Shig Sato Mystery Book 2) by Joseph Mark Brewer

Although this is the second book in the Shig Sato series, it reads well as a stand- alone. That being said, Joseph Mark Brewer has created a lovable Columbo type character in Shig Sato. In The Thief’s Mistake Sato teams up with his friend Ken Abe to start a private detective agency. At first Sato seems hesitant to jump into his new career. But a … Continue reading The Thief’s Mistake (A Shig Sato Mystery Book 2) by Joseph Mark Brewer

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Kindle Book Sale

St Patrick’s Day Book Sale!!

If you enjoy romantic thrillers, March 17th is the day you can pick up my book, “Riddle” for 99 cents on Kindle! Grace Donahue, the primary female protagonist is obviously of Irish descent. Her surname actually comes from my mother’s family. St. Patrick’s Day seemed an excellent day to offer the story of her relationship with Native Kort Eriksen and her life the town of … Continue reading St Patrick’s Day Book Sale!!

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“Your Last Breath” by Carole Parkes and Doug Lafuze

    I was attracted to this book because the blurb said it’s about an author who takes extreme steps to write the perfect suspenseful thriller. Battling writer’s block he finds the only way he can overcome those blank moments in front of his computer is by actually committing murder. This fascinating premise is played out in England and the authors describe their settings well … Continue reading “Your Last Breath” by Carole Parkes and Doug Lafuze

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Book Review, Horror, Suspense

“The 9th Hour” by CMT Stibbe

Set in colorful New Mexico, The 9th Hour successfully combines the intense investigation to find a serial killer before he strikes again with the inner workings of the killer’s mind. Into this mix comes a British born detective of African descent and a killer obsessed with Nordic mythology. Stibbe’s ability to bring these diverse elements together shows skilled writing. Her ability to do this effectively, … Continue reading “The 9th Hour” by CMT Stibbe

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Book Blog Tour

Elizabeth Horton-Newton

  Author Name:  Elizabeth Horton-Newton Book Title:  “View From the Sixth Floor: An Oswald Tale” and “Riddle” Genre and Sub-Genre: Romantic Thriller/Alternate History Book Content Rating:  Adult (18+)  Based on language, violence, sexual content. Author Bio:  Elizabeth Horton-Newton was born and raised in New York City. She began writing when she was a child, writing stories for friends and family. In the 4th grade at P.S. … Continue reading Elizabeth Horton-Newton

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Book Review, Suspense, thriller

“The Girl in the Woods” by Gregg Olsen

I confess, I am a Gregg Olsen addict. I love his style, his characters, and the beauty of his complex plots. “The Girl in the Woods”, the first of the Waterman & Stark Thrillers, sets the tone for the crime solving duo in future books. I stumbled upon these two ladies in “Closer Than Blood” and immediately set my sights on this first “official” offering … Continue reading “The Girl in the Woods” by Gregg Olsen

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Book Review

“Closer Than Blood” by Gregg Olsen

There’s no denying that Gregg Olsen is one of my favorite writers. He has a way with mysteries and thrillers that grabs my attention and firmly holds it throughout his books. Closer Than Blood is no exception. In fact this book has quickly risen to the top of my favorite Olsen books. Olsen lays the plot effectively, teasing the reader with clues from the very … Continue reading “Closer Than Blood” by Gregg Olsen

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Book Review

“The Gangster’s Son: A Shig Sato Mystery” by Joseph Mark Brewer

The Gangster’s Son My rating:5 of 5 stars With his first novel, Joseph Mark Brewer has created a fascinating character in Shig Sato. Set in 1991 Japan this is not just another murder mystery or detective story. With subtle and not so subtle hints at the political climate of the time, Japan’s gangster culture and the yakuza, and the antipathy for the American military presence … Continue reading “The Gangster’s Son: A Shig Sato Mystery” by Joseph Mark Brewer

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Goodreads Book Giveaway

Goodreads Book Giveaway!!

A psychological romantic thriller with more twists and turns than an amusement park roller coaster. Did an innocent young man serve time for a crime he didn’t commit? Is the new girl putting her life on the line by trusting him? Accidents are happening in Riddle? How many will die before the truth is revealed? Three signed copies will be given away. Opens for entries … Continue reading Goodreads Book Giveaway!!

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