Wild Dark Shore by Charlotte McConaghy
A father and his three children are the sole caretakers of Shearwater, a remote island north of Antarctica housing the world's largest seed depository. When a woman named Rowan washes ashore during a storm, the question is whether to trust her. Charlotte McConaghy's Wild Dark Shore is atmospheric, bleak, and quietly devastating.
Good People by Patmeena Sabit
A review of Good People, Patmeena Sabit's debut novel about an Afghan immigrant family whose American dream unravels in the court of public opinion. Gripping and thought-provoking.
Ironwood by Michael Connelly
A review of Ironwood by Michael Connelly — the second Catalina Island novel, with a welcome Bosch cameo and Stilwell cementing his place in the Connelly universe.
London Falling by Patrick Radden Keefe
A review of London Falling by Patrick Radden Keefe — a gripping true story of wealth, shadow and a family's search for truth in modern London.
Book Review - The Waiting by Michael Connelly
Renée is on the trail of a serial rapist, last seen twenty years ago. Meanwhile, she’s lost her badge so needs to involve Harry, whilst Maddie Bosch has uncovered details on one of LA’s most famous unsolved cases. Another strong outing from Micheal Connelly.
Book Review - All the Colors of the Dark by Chris Whitaker
Missing person thriller, serial killer chase, love story - all of this and more in Chris Whitakers epic, character driven ‘All the colors of the dark.’
Blood Like Mine by Stuart Neville
Cracking crime thriller with moments of horror, as a desperate mother on the run tries to keep her daughter safe. But from what, and why? Grabs you early and doesn't let go.
The God of The Woods by Liz Moore
A brother and sister disappear from a summer camp in the Adirondack mountains, 15 years apart. Are the cases connected? Find out in this fine literary thriller that will keep you guessing right to the end.
Resurrection Walk by Michael Connelly
‘Resurrection Walk’ sees Harry Bosch & Mickey Haller team up to work the case of a woman who killed her husband and is claiming to be innocent. Superior legal/police procedural from the master crime writer.
Holly by Stephen King
Holly Gibney gets her own book, as Stephen King continues with his late career move into crime/mystery. Does it work?
Small Mercies by Dennis Lehane
Mary Pat Fennessy sets out to find her daughter in this tough as nails thriller set in Bostons Irish Southside community in 74, against a backdrop of racial tensions.
Book Review - Strange Sally Diamond by Liz Nugent
‘Strange Sally Diamond’ is a mystery thriller about a woman who begins to discover some disturbing details about her childhood, after she tries to incinerate her fathers body. A pacey, dark thriller, expertly told.
Desert Flowers - Paul Pen
A couple live with their five daughters in the remote Baja California desert in Mexico. They live a tranquil existence until one day a hiker turns up looking for a glass of water…..
Book Review - Exiles by Jane Harper
Another superlative mystery thriller from Jane Harper, the third outing for Detective Aaron Falk. This time the setting is the lush wine country of South Australia, where a young woman has gone missing at a country fair, leaving her child in a pram.
Book Review - Desert Star - Michael Connelly
Ballard and Bosch are working in the cold case unit, this time investigating the murder of a young girl, sister of the councilman who is sponsoring the department. Harry Bosch has another case on his mind - the Gallagher family, found buried in a hole in the Mojave desert. Another superior thriller from Micheal Connelly.
Book Review -Bret Easton Ellis - The Shards
Sharp and engaging work of autofiction about a group of wealthy teenagers in 80’s LA, with a serial killer on the prowl. Dark and disturbing as you’d expect, but a page turner and great fun.
Book Review - Moonflower Murders - Anthony Horowitz
Another successful outing for Susan Ryeland and Atticus Pünd, in a follow up to the acclaimed ‘Magpie Murders.’ With two detective stories for the price of one, it feels like a tribute to the classics of the genre. Complex and labyrinth, this is hugely enjoyable.
Book Review - Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy - John le Carre
In ‘Tinker, tailor, soldier, spy’ George Smiley is on the trail of a mole. It’s a battle of wits between him and Karla, his nemesis in the Russian secret service. Le Carré is a master craftsman and this is superb tale of betrayal and espionage.
Book Review - Magpie murders by Anthony Horowitz
A fun and extremely clever slice of detective fiction from Anthony Horowitz, a book within a book. Reads like a greatest hits tribute to the golden age of crime mystery novels.
Book Review - The Island - Adrian McKinty
Rip roaring and fun thriller about a family on a trip to Australia who just want to see some Koalas. What could go wrong?
