Category: contemporary

Books, contemporary, Crime, fiction, mystery, suspense, thriller, Young Adult

People make mistakes in Karen M. McManus’ “You’ll Be the Death of Me”

I always get excited when I hear that Karen M. McManus is releasing a new book – she is such an incredible writer. All of her stories are incredibly unique and fast paced. One thing I enjoy most about them though is that they’re really clever, and she reminds us that not all young adult stories are romance-led. McManus creates suspense with her mysteries and … Continue reading People make mistakes in Karen M. McManus’ “You’ll Be the Death of Me”

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The beautiful message in Nicholas Sparks’ “The Notebook” on the run up to Valentine’s Day

On the run up to Valentine’s Day, we’re taking a look at one of the most romantic books of all time – Nicholas Sparks’ novel The Notebook. I don’t care what anyone tires to say, The Notebook is one of the most incredible and touching love stories published to date. It’s beautiful and utterly heartbreaking, but the story of Noah and Allie’s lives will fill … Continue reading The beautiful message in Nicholas Sparks’ “The Notebook” on the run up to Valentine’s Day

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Adult Fiction, Books, contemporary, fiction, LGBT, Poetry

The poignant message in Ocean Vuong’s debut novel, “On Earth We’re Briefly Gorgeous”

On Earth We’re Briefly Gorgeous is one of the last novels I read in 2021, and I am so glad that I did because it ended the years’ worth of reading on a high. This debut novel by Ocean Vuong is incredible – it’s luminous, shattering and urgent. But more than anything, this novel is utterly raw. That is how powerful this story is and … Continue reading The poignant message in Ocean Vuong’s debut novel, “On Earth We’re Briefly Gorgeous”

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Books, contemporary, Crime, fiction, mystery, suspense, thriller, Young Adult

Karen M. McManus’ important message about forgiveness in “The Cousins”

Reading a novel by Karen M. McManus is like a breath of fresh air – her stories are incredibly unique and fast paced, and with all of her mysteries, she reminds us that young adult doesn’t always equate to romance. She creates suspense, has us guessing what’s coming next, and has us sitting on the edge of our seats as mystery unfolds. And her novel, The Cousins, … Continue reading Karen M. McManus’ important message about forgiveness in “The Cousins”

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Love is stronger than fear in Nicholas Sparks’ Christmas novel, “The Wish”

I have always wanted Nicholas Sparks to publish a Christmas story. Christmas is the time for love and miracles and believing in the impossible, in having faith and making things count. And being my favourite romance novelist, I always wanted to see what Sparks would give us at this most touching time of the year. Now that it’s finally here it is absolutely worth the … Continue reading Love is stronger than fear in Nicholas Sparks’ Christmas novel, “The Wish”

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“Nights in Rodanthe” by Nicholas Sparks: Love is possible at any age and at any time

Nights in Rodanthe by Nicholas Sparks is an oldie but goodie. This beautiful love story published back in 2013 is one of Sparks’ purest romance novels. It is a tender story of hope and joy, but more than that it’s about sacrifice and forgiveness. It’s the kind of story that resonates with you, tugging at the heartstrings in the way that only a Sparks novel … Continue reading “Nights in Rodanthe” by Nicholas Sparks: Love is possible at any age and at any time

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Adult Fiction, Books, contemporary, fiction, Historical, Romance, War

Melanie Hudson’s “The Night Train to Berlin” shows us that it pays to have a little faith

Melanie Hudson writes incredible and beautiful love stories during war time. Her novels are honest and brutal yet hopeful and strong at the same time. In times of dark violence, times where there seems to be no rulebook for what might be unacceptable to do to another human being, Hudson gives us something to root for. She reminds us that there is still good in … Continue reading Melanie Hudson’s “The Night Train to Berlin” shows us that it pays to have a little faith

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“The Devil’s Advocate” by Steve Cavanagh explores the nature of responsibility in times of persecution

Steve Cavanagh is the million copy bestseller of the Eddie Flynn series, and his latest instalment, The Devil’s Advocate, is the most powerful story in this set of novels. Having been published in the summer earlier this year, this courtroom thriller is the modern day To Kill A Mockingbird and A Time To Kill. It’s enthralling, it’s dangerous, and it’s a fight to survive. The … Continue reading “The Devil’s Advocate” by Steve Cavanagh explores the nature of responsibility in times of persecution

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People believe what they can see in Steve Cavanagh’s “The Plea”

Steve Cavanagh’s Eddie Flynn series is incredible – it is so unlike any other courtroom drama. These books are fast paced: they’re enthralling, they’re gripping, and they’re exciting. And the second novel in the instalment, The Plea, is no different. Filled with twists and turns you don’t see coming, The Plea involves a tricky and convoluted case where blackmail pressure is used on Flynn to … Continue reading People believe what they can see in Steve Cavanagh’s “The Plea”

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An incredible legal thriller in Steve Cavanagh’s “The Defence”

What do you get when you combine a thrilling plot, a crafty lawyer, Russian mobsters and a few Mafiosi for added drama? A rip-roaring, page-turning legal thriller. This is what Steve Cavanagh delivers in the first novel of his Eddie Flynn series – The Defence. This compelling courtroom/action drama was impossible to put down, unlike any other courtroom story I’ve read. This is not a … Continue reading An incredible legal thriller in Steve Cavanagh’s “The Defence”

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