The Far Field
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Gorgeously tactile and sweeping in historical and socio-political scope, Pushcart Prize-winner...
Cold Hearted
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This was supposed to be her happily ever after... It’s a familiar tale: A kind and beautiful...
What Once Was Mine
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The 12th installment in the New York Times best-selling series asks: What if Rapunzel's mother drank...
Merissa (11958 KP) rated Under His Skin (Alien Encounters #1) in Books
Apr 16, 2023
This is well-written and steadily paced, there are moments of sweetness, balanced by downright sexiness! This is the first book in the series and I can't wait for the next. I don't know if it will be Hayden (my favourite, but then I do love me a hot geek!) or Camden. Either way, I know it will be brilliant. Definitely recommended.
* A copy of this book was provided to me with no requirements for a review. I voluntarily read this book; the comments here are my honest opinion. *
Merissa
Archaeolibrarian - I Dig Good Books!
Sep 21, 2015
Quantum Reaction
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Life-altering tech is on the horizon, and someone wants it stopped—permanently. Can a murder...
Science Fiction Mystery
Murder on Union Square
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When a murder hits close to home, Frank finds himself in an unusual position--the prime suspect in...
Mark @ Carstairs Considers (2171 KP) rated Death in a Pale Hue in Books
Jul 20, 2023 (Updated Jul 20, 2023)
This sounded like a fun debut, but unfortunately, it wasn’t as good as I hoped it would be. The book needed another edit to put in more details or make them consistent. I was constantly spending brain power on things like how the art center was supposed to work rather than the mystery. I found the pacing of the mystery uneven and the villain easy to spot. On the other hand, the climax was suspenseful. And I loved the characters. Normally, I’d be looking forward to spending more time with them, but the rest of the weaknesses are giving me pause about continuing the series.
Mark @ Carstairs Considers (2171 KP) rated Murder Under the Mistletoe in Books
Dec 14, 2023
When I learned that we were getting a between the books novella this Christmas, I had to read it. And I enjoyed it. We see a couple supporting characters in addition to Jane and Redvers. Plus, the new characters are great. The plot kept me guessing, even when I thought I had a handle on what was going on. While not all the Christmas traditions are the same, it still felt familiar enough that I enjoyed the dose of Christmas spirit in December. Whether you already like this series or are looking for a quick Christmas read, you’ll be glad you picked up this ebook only novella.
Pyromancist (7 Forbidden Arts #1)
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When you play with fire, you get burned. At the same time as mysterious fires commence to rage...
Adult Paranormal Romance
Merissa (11958 KP) rated Death Wish (Ceruleans #1) in Books
May 24, 2023
Scarlett's character was immediately likeable, as were Cara and Luke. Jude, you are left questioning - which is the whole purpose of his character! Scarlett is dealing with a personal tragedy, leaving her with unanswered questions that she needs answers to. She decides to spend the summer in her grandparents' old home, trying to give herself both some space and also the answers she wants.
This is a book that definitely builds up, and there is no insta-love or love triangles, which I will be forever grateful for! The story is intriguing and smoothly paced, and the contemporary world setting is both complex and carefree.
Fair warning - this story comes to a close with one major cliffhanger!
I thoroughly enjoyed this book and am looking forward to reading more about the Ceruleans. Definitely recommended.
* A copy of this book was provided to me with no requirements for a review. I voluntarily read this book, and the comments here are my honest opinion. *
Merissa
Archaeolibrarian - I Dig Good Books!
Mar 5, 2016