The Jane Doe
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A memory wiped clean. A dark past. A faceless killer. They call her Jane. No one knows her real...
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Rough Diamond Rough Justice
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After a first kill, MI5 Agent and erstwhile photographer Cain becomes an undercover, extra-judicial...
Political Crime Thriller
Good Cop Bad Cop
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COURAGEOUS HERO OR COLD-BLOODED CRIMINAL? TONIGHT WE FIND OUT. It's 14 years after the worst...
Merissa (14046 KP) rated He Sees You When You're Sleeping in Books
Dec 10, 2020 (Updated Aug 8, 2023)
What a brilliant short-story! I loved the lights and the Ghost of Christmas Future. Although short, this is powerful and reflects upon how life can be if circumstances are against you. It has the feel of a psychological thriller to it, and there are plenty of twists and turns to keep your attention.
This was a fantastic seasonal read, so different from the warm and fuzzy stories you normally get. I thought the ending was unexpected and perfect, and so I have absolutely no hesitation in recommending this amazing story.
* 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. *
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Dec 10, 2020
Blackout Trail
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When the world goes dark, a doctor embarks on a perilous journey. Doctor Anna Hastings is no...
Post Apocalyptic Science Fiction Thriller
Hazel (2934 KP) rated Dead and Buried in Books
Jan 5, 2020
Anyway, this is a pretty good read and although the subject matter is harrowing at times, I enjoyed it and found it an engaging and riveting read.
The book alternates between the past and the present and follows the story of Conor amongst the backdrop of "The Troubles" in Northern Ireland during the 1990's and the present day; I admit you do have to have your wits about you when reading in order not to get confused as to which time you are in however, I found it quite easy to stay on track and only had to check back a couple of times to double check.
The story is told from Conor's perspective throughout and his character is well developed and believable as are all the main characters in this book. What I particularly liked and which felt authentic, was how the internal battle Conor fought with himself around trying to do the right thing whilst being forced to do wrong in order to protect himself and his family.
This is a dark and gritty story with plenty of action and scenes of peril; the writing is at a good pace and easy to read with the difficulties Conor faces being a Catholic married to a Protestant being dealt with sensitively and, in my opinion, without bias towards either side.
Overall, a pretty good thriller set in a time and place that few books I have read previously have touched upon and I would certainly read further books from this author.
Thank you to Carina UK/HQ Digital and NetGalley for my copy in return for an honest review.
The Witchfinder's Sister
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'VIVID AND TERRIFYING' Paula Hawkins, author of The Girl on the Train 'At once a feminist parable...
The Blue Pool
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What really happened that weekend? Four friends go to a remote cabin one summer. Only three return....