BOOK REVIEWS
A Far-Flung Life (by M.L. Stedman)
I was excited to learn that M.L. Stedman, author of The Light Between Oceans, had written a new book, A Far-Flung Life. After more than a decade, it was certainly worth the wait—I…
Out of the Dark (by Gregg Hurwitz)
It was such a pleasure to dive into the next installment of Gregg Hurwitz’s Orphan X series. Out of the Dark, the fourth novel, continues the high-octane story of Evan Smoak—once a child…
Chasing the Boogeyman (by Richard Chizmar)
When I first read the description for Richard Chizmar’s Chasing the Boogeyman, I was certain it would be a book I’d love. Unfortunately, my desire to like it far outweighed how much I actually…
The Shadows We Hide (by Allen Eskens)
I read Allen Eskens’ debut novel, The Life We Bury, back in 2018 and absolutely loved it. I didn’t expect it to become a series, but I’m thrilled it did—especially with more stories centered…
The September House (by Carissa Orlando)
Periodically, I had been seeing favorable reviews for Carissa Orlando's The September House. I love a good haunted house story, especially one with an old, beautiful Victorian house at its…
Marilyn Monroe: The Biography (By Donald Spoto)
I previously read My Story by Marilyn Monroe, her unfinished autobiography that covers her life up through her honeymoon with Joe DiMaggio. Eager for a fuller picture, I turned to Marilyn…
Thinner (by Stephen King)
Thinner by Stephen King is the July selection for my Constant Reader book club. This was a reread for me. I'd seen the movie several times when it aired on television, most often during…
Remain (by Nicholas Sparks and M. Night Shyamalan)
I was drawn to Remain by the intriguing collaboration between Nicholas Sparks and M. Night Shyamalan. I enjoyed The Notebook years ago and have a soft spot for the film adaptations of…
A Million Reasons Why (by Jessica Strawser)
It looks like I’m on a mission to read every book Jessica Strawser has written. A Million Reasons Why is the third of hers I’ve read this year, leaving just two more to complete her full catalog. I…
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