Editorial Reviews

No matter how far you go, you can’t run from the past, a hard truth that Stuart James discovers in Did You Hear About Stuart’s Desert Burial?: A Dark Tragicomedy and Cautionary Tale by David Bath. Getting roped into a half-baked scheme to rob a Vegas club, Stuart has no idea the chaos that Jenna and Gabe are about to bring down on his head for a payday. With whip-smart dialogue and visceral narration that would make Hunter S. Thompson proud, this is a savage and unpredictable scramble through morality, love, and deeply desperate times.

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Steeped in sinister plots, apocalyptic threats, and political subterfuge, Drowning is the riveting first book in Dean Comyn’s Something in the Water series. When a priceless new technology and its creator go missing, a new British task force snaps into action to prevent what could be a devastating catastrophe. This thriller is timely and hard-hitting, combining well-researched procedural police elements with high-stakes anti-terror action. Dripping with attitude and brimming with tension, Comyn’s debut novel sets a promising stage for the series to come.

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Set in the idyllic Cascade foothills of the Pacific Northwest, All the Days After by Carrie Thorne is a sexy and thrilling kick off to her new modern romance series. Old heartbreaking habits are hard to shake for Asher, a directionless Navy Seal who just found his way home, and while his kid sister may prefer that he avoid her best friend Sophie, sparks are undeniable. With thoughtful narration and deep character development that is essential for a romance to sizzle, this believable love story is an unexpectedly strong read that also feels like a guilty pleasure.

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The Melancholy History of Mayfly by Mutch Katsonga is a dark meditation on life, justice, family and purpose, narrated by a man who has been sentenced to death, and given only a leather-bound book and a quill to share his final thoughts and confessions. As this articulate prisoner unravels his story, readers are forced to examine their own morality before casting any judgment on the narrator, making for an at-times harrowing but trenchant read. This unpredictable literary novel succeeds both as a work of social philosophy and a vividly conveyed work of contemporary fiction.

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Swirling subplots, stark writing and sexual tension are in high supply throughout Graveyard Shift at the Dead Letter Office by A.J. Henry. A myriad of richly formed characters and engaging story lines collide in this patiently written thriller. From bizarre religious sects, drug busts, and mysterious poisons to international conspiracies and an old flame that just won’t quit, this book packs a well-penned punch, as author Henry is equally comfortable writing about both sides of the law.

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A tantalizing mixture of space opera and vampire fiction, Shadow Eclipse: Voyage is a mind-bending trip through space and time. Protagonist Florentina Clarke is an electric heroine upon which to build a series, and Gale never takes her bizarre odyssey too seriously. Not only has Clarke been catapulted forward in time when a friend’s lab experiment goes wrong, but she’s also dealing with the symptoms of her one-night stand with a vampire, not to mention space pirates. Reality is definitely up for grabs in this raucous, cerebral, and fast-paced novel that will keep you guessing throughout.

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Subtle horror and patient storytelling underpin Into the Woods, a slow-burning 16th century thriller from Josh Soule, showing that childhood terrors don’t always remain in the past. Henry, Thomas, and John are a fascinating trio of protagonists, and this ominous tale transports readers to another time, when “monsters” roamed and superstition ruled. As the dark truth of the beast terrorizing Carn is revealed, an impossible choice must be made, one that is haunting and evocative, leaving an indelible impact after the last page is turned.

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Two unlikely lives collide in Carrie Thorne’s latest romantic ride, Running Home, the second book in her Beachside Romance series. When an ex-CIA operative takes a job at a humble antique shop run by a beautiful local girl on the coast of Maine, love seems inevitable, but this is far more than a predictable summer romance. Boasting complex characters, a decent dose of suspense, and a confidently patient author, Running Home is a charming and heartfelt story with broad appeal. The chemistry between Ronan and Payson is authentic, their interactions are electric, and readers will find themselves naturally rooting […]