From the publisher of The Paris Librarian Hugo Marston’s friend Paul Rogers dies unexpectedly in a locked room at the American Library in Paris. The police conclude that Rogers died of natural causes, but Hugo is certain mischief is afoot.As he pokes around the library, Hugo discovers that rumors are swirling around some recently donated letters from American actress Isabelle … [Read more...] about Review: The Paris Librarian by Mark Pryor
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Review: The Girl Before by Rena Olsen
The Girl Before — from the publisher In this powerful psychological suspense debut, when a woman’s life is shattered, she is faced with a devastating question: What if everything she thought was normal and good and true . . . wasn’t?Clara Lawson is torn from her life in an instant. Without warning, her home is invaded by armed men, and she finds herself separated from her … [Read more...] about Review: The Girl Before by Rena Olsen
Review for With Love from the Inside by Angela Pisel
From the publisher: Angela Pisel’s poignant debut explores the complex relationship between a mother and a daughter, and their quest to discover the truth and whether or not love can prevail—even from behind bars.Grace Bradshaw knows the exact minute she will die. On death row for murdering her infant son, her last breath will be taken on February 15 at 12:01 a.m. Eleven … [Read more...] about Review for With Love from the Inside by Angela Pisel
The Ninja’s Daughter transports readers to 16th century
From the publisher:Autumn, 1565: When an actor's daughter is murdered on the banks of Kyoto's Kamo River, master ninja Hiro Hattori and Portuguese Jesuit Father Mateo are the victim's only hope for justice.As political tensions rise in the wake of the shogun's recent death, and rival warlords threaten war, the Kyoto police forbid an investigation of the killing, to keep … [Read more...] about The Ninja’s Daughter transports readers to 16th century
Book Review: The Hemingway Thief
Review of The Hemingway Thief — a debut mystery from Shaun Harris. From the publisher: Novelist Henry “Coop” Cooper is contemplating a new book between sipping rum and lounging on a Baja beach with hotel owner Grady Doyle. When Grady tries to save a drunk from two thugs, Coop tags along for the sake of a good story. The drunk is Ebbie Milch, a small-time thief on the run in … [Read more...] about Book Review: The Hemingway Thief