My rating: 3.5/5 stars. How To Get Away With Murder is an impressive debut from Rebecca Philipson, built around a clever and compelling premise that offers a fresh spin on the detective genre. I’ve always liked a book-within-a-book structure, and this novel makes effective use of that device. I’ll also say upfront that didn’t see…
My rating: 4/5 stars. Everyone In This Bank Is A Thief by Benjamin Stevenson is a clever, witty, and wildly entertaining thriller. As the fourth installment in the Ernest Cunningham series, it delivers the same chaotic antics that made the earlier books so much fun to read.
My rating: 3/5 stars. When I Kill You by B.A. Paris is a quick, entertaining read that’s perfect for an afternoon escape. At just over 300 pages, it’s easy to finish in one sitting, and the straightforward writing and simple plot make it ideal for travel or a relaxed day at your favorite coffee shop.…
My rating: 4/5 stars. Wolf Hour is a solid, hard-hitting police procedural and crime thriller from Jo Nesbø. Best known for his Harry Hole series (which I’ve read in full), Nesbø crafts a twisty tale as only he can, and I was eager to dive into this standalone thriller over the weekend. His signature taut,…
My rating: 4/5 stars. Inside Man by John McMahon is the second installment in the PAR series, following Head Cases. I read the first book last year and was immediately drawn in by McMahon’s sharp writing and the incredibly likable FBI team at its core. Naturally, I couldn’t help but compare Inside Man to its…
My rating: 4/5 stars. Served Him Right is a dynamic, women-centered psychological thriller that hooked me from the first page. This was my first time reading Unger, and I was immediately drawn in by her smooth, engaging writing style. For me, strong storytelling and well-built characters always come first, and I was pleased to find…
My rating: 4/5 stars. Steve Cavanagh returns with the latest Eddie Flynn legal thriller, Two Kinds of Stranger. I’ve read most of this series, and Cavanagh never disappoints. This installment was an absolute blast: fast-paced, entertaining, packed with twists and turns. I’ve really grown attached to Flynn and his crew – Kate Brooks, Bloch, Gabriel…
My rating: 3/5 stars. Caller Unknown by Gillian McAllister is a psychological thriller with a promising setup but, for me, a frustrating execution. I really enjoyed McAllister’s Wrong Place Wrong Time and Famous Last Words, so I was excited to pick up this advanced copy. She usually delivers creative, fast-paced thrillers with protagonists I can…