Category: Book reviews

This Violent Heart by Heather Levy My rating: 5 of 5 stars Sexy, addictive and riveting, This Violent Heart is a twisty mystery in which a damaged women works to solve the mystery of her best friend’s death as a teenager, grappling with her own bisexuality as she does. A tale of identity, love, sex…

The Swimmer by Loreth Anne White Deliciously addictive with a dark, voyeuristic heart, I loved every minute of this captivating thriller! The format switched between a true crime podcast/documentary, Chloe, who’s a bit of an odd duck, and her new neighbors. This worked to keep the suspense and intrigue high. There were so many twists…

Catch You Later by Jessica Strawser My rating: 5 of 5 stars Hypnotic, elegant and beguiling, Catch You Later is a beautifully written story about the power of female friendships. There’s a compelling mystery, emotional depth and tightly plotted twists, but where this book really shines is its characters. Mikki, who disappears after a stranger…

Only One Survives by Hannah Mary McKinnon My rating: 5 of 5 stars My new favorite Hannah Mary McKinnon book! Intoxicatingly original, completely addictive and totally unputdownable. Only One Survives is about friendship, jealousy, and a band on the cusp of fame. But can the relentless pursuit of fame ever really be worth it? With…

All the Dangerous Things by Stacy Willingham My rating: 5 of 5 stars A flawless, stylish, atmospheric psychological thriller about a mother’s worst nightmare come to life. Isabelle Drake puts her toddler son to bed one night, only to wake up the next morning and find he’s not there. She hasn’t slept since that day.…

If Something Happens to Me by Alex Finlay My rating: 5 of 5 stars Every time I read an Alex Finlay book I know I’m in for a treat, and If Something Happens to Me is no different. This book, guys! An entertaining, whip-smart, fast-paced thriller about a missing teenager, a notorious crime boss, and…

The Haters by Robyn Harding My rating: 5 of 5 stars An absolutely wild ride that reached into one of my darkest nightmares and brought it to life. The Haters focuses on the dangers of how we handle social media, as one reviewer infiltrates an author’s life, slowly creeping deeper and deeper under her skin.…

Mask of the Deer Woman by Laurie L. Dove My rating: 5 of 5 stars A beautifully written tale about the Indigenous girls who disappear twice, once in life and once in the news. Clever, elegant and utterly compelling, Mask of the Deer Woman is a brilliant exploration of identity and the struggle of being…

The Final Act by Lisa Gray My rating: 5 of 5 stars A gripping, compelling, pacey tale that explores the MeToo movement and the seedy side of Hollywood, showcasing how young women have historically been exploited in their ambition to become famous. Glamor, greed and gaslighting abound, this one’s a knockout! View all my reviews

The Lie Maker by Linwood Barclay My rating: 5 of 5 stars Jack Givins is a bit down on his luck and totally and completely broke. Then his agent presents him with a unique offer. One he can’t refuse. Write back stories for people in the witness protection program. How could you walk away from…

The Fall by Gilly Macmillan My rating: 5 of 5 stars Nicola and Tom are childhood sweethearts whose lives are completely upended when they win the lottery. They build their dream home and start living their dream life, but then their dream life turns to a nightmare. Nicola returns home from a country show one…

Notes on an Execution by Danya Kukafka My rating: 5 of 5 stars A gorgeous, chilling, vibrant story with exquisite prose and stunningly-drawn characters. This is is a literary thriller you’ll want to sip at, savouring the beauty, enjoying the journey, rather than racing through to the finish. The story is cleverly written about Ansel…