Friday, June 5, 2026

A Murder in Hollywood: The Untold Story of Tinseltown's Most Shocking Crime By: Casey Sherman

If you are a fan of true crime, you can't go wrong reading Casey Sherman's work. His research is impeccable, his writing is concise, and he manages to write in such a way as to make it seem like a novel.  His level of detail is unreal!  I've read a lot about the Lana Turner/Cheryl Crane case and this is by far the best one out there!



Wednesday, June 3, 2026

We Burned So Bright By: TJ Klune


Heart wrenching, yet achingly beautiful!  A sweet story of love and family set during the end of the world. A lot of emotion is packed into this little book. It's horrifying and lovely all at the same time.  Quite an amazing read!

Monday, June 1, 2026

Giant By: Mark Rosenblatt

A tough play to read (and I imagine an even tougher play to sit through)! Superbly written, deeply ugly and sadly very timely. 



Sunday, May 31, 2026

Oedipus by Robert Icke

Oof!  Oedipus is always a heavy piece to read (and see), but Icke's new take on it hits a little too close to our current political and social climate.  This new interpretation is absolutely stellar!

Mary Queen of Scotland and the Isles By: Margaret George

An exhaustively researched and expertly crafted novelization of the life and times of Mary Stuart, Queen of Scotland and the Isles and Queen of France. Writing a historical tome so that it is interesting, engaging and flows is not easy, yet Ms. George has achieved just that!  History really does come to life in this lovingly crafted novel.


Monday, May 18, 2026

Hustlers and Con Men By: Jay Robert Nash


I found this absolutely fascinating. It's amazing to me what people (individually and collectively) fell for, and sadly still fall for today. Looking at things from an economical, sociological, geographical and emotional stand point, it is understandable how these cons could be pulled off.  I wonder what the author and/or any of the con artists would think about fax, email and phone scams now-because sadly these kinds of scams are still happening.

Thursday, May 14, 2026

Murder by Cheesecake: A Golden Girls Cozy Mystery By: Rachel Ekstrom Courage

Oh what fun this was!  For fans of the Golden Girls you will delight in hearing those 4 familiar voices while you read, and chuckle at the endless Easter eggs throughout.  It's also a really fun cozy mystery in and of itself!  


 

Monday, May 11, 2026

Shadow of Doubt By: Brad Thor


Another action packed , twisted tail from Brad Thor.  Scot Harvath is pulled into an intriguing game of cat and mouse that runs around the globe.  This 23rd installment in this serious is just as fresh and exciting as when the series first started.

Thursday, May 7, 2026

The Institute By: Stephen King

There is a reason Stephen King is referred to as a Master Storyteller, and The Institute is a shining example of his extraordinary talent.  Exquisite character development, extraordinary plots all pull you in from the first page. The Institute is a horrifying place, the children who populate it are special, in more ways than one.  Stretching from the deep woods of Maine to the middle of no where South Caroline, the Institute is horrifying and exhilarating. 


 

Saturday, May 2, 2026

Dear Debbie By: Freida McFadden


Freida McFadden is the Mistress of the Twist!  This revenge filled thiller is full of creativity, humor and characters with secrets, but none as jaw dropping as the twists reveal!!!  Despite being a thriller, this was a joy to read, and I bow to the Mistress of the Twist!