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The placid life of a college librarian is plunged into a desperate fight for survival when he witnesses the death of his only friend. Suddenly he is forced to confront disturbing changes in his nature and appetites and their consequences. Suspected of murder and pursued by an implacable police detective he runs – but is… Continue reading Mindworm by David Pollard
Sometimes, a date from hell is just what you need... When Erin thoughtlessly lays a curse on Mark, her cheating ex-husband, she doesn’t expect a well-dressed Great Earl of Hell to show up in her kitchen to fulfill the curse (and make damn good coffee while he’s at it). Andromalius specializes in wickedness and revenge.… Continue reading A Good Demon is Hard to Find (Supernatural Sweethearts #1) by Kate Moseman
Mark is uprooted from his home and high school in the Twin Cities and forced to move with his family into a Victorian in Nowhere-ville. Busy with the relocation and fitting in, Mark’s parents don’t see what’s unfolding around them—the way rooms and left behind objects seem alive with a haunted past. Of course, Mark… Continue reading Fountain Dead by Theresa Braun
The misdeeds of our ancestors are debts passed from generation to generation. They lurk, hidden in the shadows, waiting for the right time to be collected. For the residents of Harper Pass—their debt is due. MISSING PERSON:Have you seen Margo Combs?Contact Detective Holt (918) 555-0155You may choose to remain anonymous. When a young autistic girl… Continue reading The Tear Collector by Shawn Burgess
A woman trying to outrun her past is drawn to a coastal village in Maine — and to a string of unsolved murders — in this dark and sexy novel of psychological suspense from New York Times bestselling author Tess Gerritsen. After an unspeakable tragedy in Boston, Ava Collette flees to a remote village in Maine, where… Continue reading The Shape of Night by Tess Gerritsen
If you are looking for the ultimate book to read on Halloween night, look no further! Welcome to the blog tour for Laurel Hightower's Whispers in the Dark. This tale will give your goosebumps goosebumps! Follow along for exclusive content and a chance to win a signed copy (US only) or a digital copy in… Continue reading Whispers in the Dark by Laurel Hightower
I started my book review blog in 2009 and I have read so many outstanding books that I wanted to share them again with my followers on #SegueSaturday. I first posted this review in December 2012 and have been a big fan of Robin McKinley since. I remember this book surprised and enchanted me because… Continue reading Sunshine by Robin McKinley
I started my book review blog in 2009 and I have read so many outstanding books that I wanted to share them again with my followers on #SegueSaturday. I first posted this review in October 2009. Another short review, but an unforgettable story. Enjoy! They snatched the girl off her tire swing in the backyard… Continue reading Shiver (The Wolves of Mercy Falls #1) by Maggie Stiefvater
I started my book review blog in 2009 and I have read so many outstanding books that I wanted to share them again with my followers on #SegueSaturday. I first posted this review in May 2009. A fast-paced science fiction page-turner. Enjoy! Kendon stared at his hands. They were trembling. He closed his eyes in an… Continue reading Gray Apocalypse by James Murdoch
I chose this book because I was interested in reading a book by a fellow Iowan and what fun to find out that the protagonist is a librarian. Ophelia is an uptight librarian in small-town Iowa who keeps to herself and doesn't make any waves. And, did I mention she is a witch? Her grandmother… Continue reading Witch Way to Murder (Ophelia & Abby Mystery #1) by Shirley Damsgaard