Monthly Archives: October 2018

“The Silent Companions” by Laura Purcell – Book Review

Posted on October 31, 2018 by

I just had to end the month of October with a ghost story. And WOW, what a ghost story! Creepy, gothic, and utterly unique, this novel will remain in my memory for years to come. With two historical timelines, set … Continue reading →

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“The Rúin” by Dervla McTiernan – Book Review

Posted on October 28, 2018 by

A complex, character-driven police procedural mystery set in Galway, Ireland. “In Irish, Rúin means something hidden, a mystery, or a secret, but the word also has a long history as a term of endearment.” From the publisher’s blurb: “This unsettling … Continue reading →

Posted in 1st in series, Book Reviews, debut novels, Edelweiss, Favorite books, Mystery fiction | Tagged , , , | 8 Comments

Cover Love: part 64 – Silhouettes in the dark

Posted on October 24, 2018 by

They say you can never have a second chance to make a good first impression. A book’s cover does just that – gives a first impression. A good cover can make a reader pick up a book. A bad cover … Continue reading →

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“The House on Foster Hill” by Jamie Jo Wright – Book Review

Posted on October 23, 2018 by

Blurb: Kaine Prescott is no stranger to death. When her husband died two years ago, her pleas for further investigation into his suspicious death fell on deaf ears. In desperate need of a fresh start, Kaine purchases an old house … Continue reading →

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“That Last Weekend” by Laura DiSilverio

Posted on October 19, 2018 by

“It had started with such promise and ended in tragedy, suspicion, and a police investigation. Horrible.” Five young women, former college roommates, are the stars in this novel. The best of friends, they visit a country inn annually.  Until… the … Continue reading →

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Wednesday’s Word = GRAVE

Posted on October 17, 2018 by

As a mystery lover, I was spoiled for choice in this Wednesday’s post. The word ‘GRAVE’ is frequently used in crime fiction titles. Also, it seemed a fitting word to use for the month of October, when all things dead, … Continue reading →

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“The Visitors” by Catherine Burns

Posted on October 12, 2018 by

“…she wrapped her arms around Mother’s angular hips for comfort. Physical affection wasn’t encouraged, however, in the Zetland family, and she soon felt herself peeled off with extreme delicacy.” In this compelling debut thriller we first meet Marion Zetland.  Born … Continue reading →

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“CWA Anthology of short stories: Mystery Tour” edited by Martin Edwards – Book Review

Posted on October 11, 2018 by

This exciting collection of short stories features crime writers working with a “mystery tour” or travel theme. Showcasing the diversity of the contemporary crime-fiction genre, these 28 compelling stories will take you on a memorable trip – and you’ll not … Continue reading →

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Cover Love: part 63 – Exploding flowers

Posted on October 10, 2018 by

They say you can never have a second chance to make a good first impression. A book’s cover does just that – gives a first impression. A good cover can make a reader pick up a book. A bad cover … Continue reading →

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“In her Shadow” by Mark Edwards – Book Review

Posted on October 6, 2018 by

This is the story of two sisters, Isabel (Izzy) and Jessica.  One dead, and one very much alive. Jessica is still mourning the loss of Isabel who died when she fell from a balcony in her home five years ago.  … Continue reading →

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“Follow you home” by Mark Edwards – Book Review

Posted on October 4, 2018 by

Some real monsters are worse than any you can imagine… A thirty-something London couple, Daniel Sullivan and Laura Mackenzie, have decided to go on one last big trip before settling down and having a family.  They have an adventurous time … Continue reading →

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“Where the memories lie” by Sibel Hodge – Book Review

Posted on October 3, 2018 by

“And when the memories lie, sometimes it’s best to let the truth stay hidden.” Twenty-five years ago, Olivia Tate’s best friend Katie left their Dorset village, never to be heard from again. Olivia Tate, her husband Ethan, and her twelve-year-old … Continue reading →

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Hello October (Fictionophile updates and Sept. book haul)

Posted on October 1, 2018 by

October 1st and back home again! To celebrate our 41st wedding anniversary, my husband and I went on our first ever cruise!  We flew from Halifax, Nova Scotia to Vancouver, British Columbia (4,444 km= 2,761 miles) where we boarded the Holland … Continue reading →

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