The Reading Nook

Sunday, August 3, 2025

Woven From Clay by Jenny Birch

 book cover for Woven From Clay

  I loved this moving, exciting, and emotional read! The evolving dynamic between the main characters was fun to explore. The intersection between the real world and the fantasy world made the story very compelling. It was easy to care about the characters and to root for them. I loved the twists at the end of the book!

Thursday, July 24, 2025

The Carpool Detectives: A True Story of Four Moms, Two Bodies and One Mysterious Cold Case by Chuck Hogan

 

  I loved this harrowing story of four moms who solved a double a murder. It's a true crime book which reads like a thriller. I enjoyed getting to know the four women and finding out how they cracked the case. Incredibly well done!

Monday, July 14, 2025

The Bewitching by Silvia Moreno-Garcia

 

 This story was exciting, heartbreaking, and full of twists. I loved how past and present were woven together. Moreno-Garcia is very adept at creating an eerie atmosphere which gradually builds throughout the book. This read will grab you and won't let go until you've turned the final page.

Saturday, July 12, 2025

The Lake Escape by Jamie Day

 

 I loved this cleverly plotted, suspenseful, and engaging read! Every time I thought that I had everything figured a new twist was thrown my way. This novel is one that you won't be able to put down.

Sunday, June 29, 2025

What Happened to the McCrays? by Tracey Lange

 

 I loved this moving, heartbreaking and beautiful book! The story alternated between past and present which gave the reader a clearer understanding of the dynamic between the main characters. It was nice to see how the characters changed between the start of the story and the end. The characters were so compelling that it was easy to care about them. This is one read that's impossible to put down.


This Is Where We Die by Cindy R.X. He

 

 I loved this suspenseful, tension-filled and action-packed read! The shifting dynamic between the eight friends and the isolated setting created an atmosphere of dread. The author excelled at creating complex characters and delving into their psyches. I loved all of the twists and the ending! This book was a real page-turner.


Sunday, June 22, 2025

I Hear You: Jonny Mendez #2 by Andre Gonzalez

 

 Another excellent action packed, suspenseful and exciting book in the Jonny Mendez series!!! Andre Gonzalez does a deep dive into Jonny's psyche allowing the reader to gain a deeper understanding of Jonny's thoughts and motivations. Surprising twists which take the story in an entirely new direction which keeps the reader guessing. This book grabs the reader and doesn't let go.