Book Review A Traitor in Whitehall by Julia KellyHistorical Fiction / Mystery From Winston Churchill’s underground bunker comes a brand new amateur detective — in the form of one of his tenacious secretaries, Evelyne Redfern. Reader’s Thoughts: At the beginning of WWII, Winston Churchill moved his command center to a group of basement offices in Whitehall, known as the Cabinet …
Book Review Just Another Missing Person by Gillian McAllisterThriller | Mystery Olivia has been missing for one day and counting. She disappeared down a dead-end alley, never to be seen again… For fans of the bestselling author of Wrong Place, Wrong Time comes another thrilling and suspenseful read from Gillian McAllister — Just Another Missing Person. Reader’s Thoughts: Just Another …
Book Review The Enemy at Home by Kevin O’BrienHistorical Fiction | Mystery | WWII With her husband stationed in North Africa, Nora gets a job as a riveter at the Seattle Boeing plant. In the middle of a world war, her country desperately needs Nora’s help — but not everyone is happy about a woman taking over another “man’s job.” …
Book Review Murder by Invitation Only by Colleen CambridgeMystery | Historical Fiction Calling all Agatha Christie fans! Colleen Cambridge is back again with the third installment in this cozy mystery series that features none other than the fictional housekeeper of Agatha Christie herself, Phyllida Bright! Red herrings, a clue left behind on the body, and a short list of suspects …
Readalong None of This Is True by Lisa Jewell Hey bookworms, we’re so excited to share with you The 52 Book Club’s very first readalong! What is a readalong? A readalong means that we read the same book together at the same time. And whether you’re a seasoned buddy-reader or you’ve always wanted to try a readalong but never had …
Book Review None of This is True by Lisa JewellThriller / Mystery *None of This Is True is our very first 52 Book Club readalong pick! You can find all the details and sign up to read with us here!* Reader’s Thoughts: Lisa Jewell’s name rings true once again in this absolute jewel of a novel — a dark and …
Book Review The Puzzle of Blackstone Lodge by Martin EdwardsMystery Reader’s Thoughts: Whenever a book is marketed “for fans of Agatha Christie” I can’t help but snatch it up. I have long been enamored with her ability to weave together a captivating puzzle, intriguing setting, and unforgettable characters into one snappy, little mystery. But truthfully, these modern-day comparisons to the …
Book Review Second Shot by Cindy DeesMystery | Thriller Helen Warwick is a recently retired CIA assassin who just wants to settle down and reconnect with her family. The only problem? She’s the one being targeted now… Reader’s Thoughts: Second Shot is the exciting new start to a brand new series. Packed with action, this novel features a highly-skilled but …
Book Review Charlotte Illes Is Not A Detective by Katie SiegelMystery | Fiction | LGBTQ Calling all those who spent their childhood dreaming of being a detective! Charlotte Illes Is Not A Detective is the debut novel by Katie Siegel — based upon her popular TikTok web series, featuring a former child detective called out of retirement for one last …
Book Review Counter Attack by Patricia BradleyRomantic Suspense / Christian Fiction Reader’s Thoughts: Christian, romantic suspense was one of my go-to genres as a teen. And while I don’t read the genre as frequently anymore, the blurb for this newest Patricia Bradley novel, Counter Attack, immediately caught my eye: “No sooner has Alexis Stone been sworn in as the interim …
