BOOK REVIEWS
The Curse of Hester Gardens (by Tamika Thompson)
A few months ago, I was mesmerized by Tananarive Due’s remarkable novel, The Reformatory. The story and its characters left an indelible mark on me. Within an hour of finishing the book, I…
Pet Sematary (by Stephen King)
February’s Constant Reader book club selection is Stephen King’s Pet Sematary. It’s a reread for me, having first read it in 2019. The book is excellent, and I didn’t mind rereading it for book…
The Reformatory (by Tananarive Due)
I’ve been intrigued by Tananarive Due’s horror novel, The Reformatory, since its release in late 2023. The book’s popularity has surged over time, and Due’s own fame has grown as well. I’ve…
King Sorrow (by Joe Hill)
Joe Hill is easily one of my favorite authors. I’ve been a fan of his since he published Heart-Shaped Box. I’ll never forget the way that book caught my eye in the bookstore—I had to buy it.
The Gunslinger (by Stephen King)
The Gunslinger by Stephen King is the December selection for the in-person Constant Reader book club I attend. It’s a reread for me and it’s been a while since I last read it. Unfortunately, I …
The Haunting of Gillespie House (by Darcy Coates)
Darcy Coates’s gothic horror novella, The Haunting of Gillespie House, immerses readers in the eerie ambiance of a beautiful Victorian mansion. When young house-sitter Elle Schafer accepts a…
The End Times (by Benjamin Percy and Stephen King)
The facilitator of my Constant Reader book club shared exciting news with the group. Independent publisher Bad Hand Books and author Benjamin Percy are collaborating with…
Every Moment Since (by Marybeth Mayhew Whalen)
‘Last year, I attended my first author event at The Back Room: Cocktails and Conversations with Your Favorite Authors, hosted by Hank Phillippi Ryan and Karen Dionne. Marybeth Mayhew…
We Used to Live Here (by Marcus Kliewer)
‘We Used to Live Here’ by Marcus Kliewer piqued my interest with its gorgeous cover featuring a stunning Victorian house. The intriguing title immediately sparked my curiosity, and I promptly…
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