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One Step Too Far
One Step Too Far
Tina Seskis | 2013 | Fiction & Poetry, Philosophy, Psychology & Social Sciences, Thriller
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10.0 (1 Ratings)
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Seskis is a master at weaving her plot and creating twist after twist, and the ending was a sublime surprise that had been supremely disguised in the rest of the novel. I imagine that deception and secret keeping are amongst Seskis' talents! This is not just a story with a twist though, but handles emotion with empathy and artistry and I genuinely grew to care for and grieve with the characters. A great fun read that kept me page turning right to the end with gripping eagerness.
  
Girls on the Line
Girls on the Line
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8.0 (1 Ratings)
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The women who went to Europe in 1917 as signal corps officers with the US Army, played an enormous part in helping bring the “Great War” to its conclusion. However, until 1979, they were literally the unsung heroes of WWI, because the army refused to recognize them as proper soldiers. This injustice brought author Aimie K. Runyan to write this gripping historical fiction novel, that highlights these women and their contributions. You can read my #bookreview of “Girls on the Line” on my blog now.
  
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Merissa (13585 KP) created a post

Dec 15, 2025  
In a war of shadows, one man must uncover the truth before it buries him—and everyone he loves. ❄️🕵️‍♂️

Today’s Spotlight features Red Snow in Winter by Max Eastern — a gripping blend of #Historical drama, #Thriller tension, and #WorldWarII intrigue, with a strong thread of #EspionageFiction throughout. Available now in #KindleUnlimited and featured as part of the #TheCoffeePotBookClub #BlogTour.

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Merissa (13585 KP) created a post

Dec 17, 2025 - 12:39 PM  
In revolutionary Paris, vengeance is survival—and mercy may be fatal. 🇫🇷🔪

Dive into this gripping excerpt from Paoletta: An Eye for an Eye by J.R. Powell. With a fierce #FemaleProtagonist set against the chaos of the #FrenchRevolution, this #Historical #Thriller blends danger, intrigue, and high-stakes #Espionage. Available now on #KindleUnlimited and featured in the #TheCoffeePotBookClub #BlogTour.

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Tagging: @author_j.r.powell @thecoffeepotbookclub @Cathie Dunn
     
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Sarah (7800 KP) rated I am Pilgrim in Books

Apr 27, 2018  
I am Pilgrim
I am Pilgrim
Terry Hayes | 2014 | Fiction & Poetry
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9.8 (8 Ratings)
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Gripping and thrilling
This book is an entirely unexpected revelation. I've seen the good reviews but just assumed it was yet another run of the mill crime/murder mystery thriller (I may have skim read the synopsis), but I couldn't have been more wrong.

It starts off fairly slowly, but a part of the way in I was hooked. Its a gripping and truly thrilling tale of espionage, terrorism and with a little bit of murder mystery thrown in too. Its well written for the most part and Scott/Brodie/Pilgrim is an interesting and likeable main character. The story itself is so detailed and descriptive, you can't doubt any of it and once it gets going, it really progresses at a very quick pace. The fact that it has links to 9/11 too was also very well done and quite emotional.

My only criticisms are some of the actions of Pilgrim are a little dumb or unbelievable at times, especially considering he's meant to be one of the best. But other than that, this is a fantastic, albeit maybe slightly too long, thriller that really keeps you hooked.