Savage Lover by Sophie Lark is an enthralling narrative set in a gritty underworld, bringing together two individuals, Nero and Camille, whose lives intersect in unexpected and dangerous ways. This tale, part of the “Brutal Birthright” series, unfolds in a world that challenges its characters to find love amidst chaos and danger, contributing to the …
Drawing the gossamer veil of romance over the chillingly enigmatic corridors of “The Housemaid” by Freida McFadden, I found myself entranced by the subtle allure of dark secrets simmering beneath the commonplace. The book is a quick-paced, gripping tale, unearthing the chilling roots of domestic abuse while holding a psychological thriller’s torchlight to the faces …
Police follows Harry Hole as he investigates a series of murders targeting police officers in Oslo. The killer seems to be seeking revenge against the police for some past grievance, brutally killing officers in twisted and symbolic ways. Harry is no longer with the police force but gets drawn into the case as the body …
I was excited to pick up this book given Nesbo’s reputation for dark, gritty narratives. The premise of a serial killer who targets Tinder dates seemed intriguing and relevant to our technology-driven times. However, while there were some strong points, overall I found The Thirst to be a disappointing read that didn’t live up to …
As an avid Nesbo and Hole fan, I couldn’t wait to dive into this new novel and see where Harry’s adventures would take him this time. Overall, I found Knife to be another riveting page-turner by Nesbo that delivers his signature dark and gritty style. Title Knife Author Jo Nesbo Genre Crime, Fiction, Mystery, Thriller …
I was intrigued by the premise of this book about a serial killer recreating famous horror movie murders. Overall, I found it to be an entertaining and fast-paced read, though not without some flaws. Title Scared to Death Author Kate Medina Genre Crime, Fiction, Mystery, Thriller Language English Publication Date May 4, 2017 Length 335 …
City of the Lost is a 2016 thriller by Canadian author Kelley Armstrong. This was my first time reading one of Armstrong’s books, and I have to say I really enjoyed it! The story follows detective Casey Duncan as she enters the secret town of Rockton, a place where people go to hide from their …
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You guys, I just finished reading The Girl Who Takes an Eye for an Eye by David Lagercrantz and let me tell you, it was a wild ride from start to finish! As a long-time fan of Stieg Larsson’s Millennium series, I was eager to sink my teeth into this fifth installment, penned by Lagercrantz …
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