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The Body Broker by Brian Cuban
A book of the times! But can we talk about this cover first? I admit I was first interested in this book - before even knowing what it was about - because of this beautiful af cover! Thankfully the writing and storyline matched the cover and I quickly fell in love with not only the cover but the characters and the story itself too.
When Jason Feldman finds the love of his life, Emily, dead from a fentanyl overdose he teams up with her friend, Delaney, to find out what really happened to her after the police write her death off as an accident.
This book is an onion book! There’s juicy layer after juicy layer of coverup, corruption, drug abuse, treatment centers, secrets, lies, and so much more.
The plot hooks you from the start and keeps you entertained throughout. It’s a book you can’t stop reading and will most likely finish in one sitting. It’s nonstop action as we follow Jason and Delaney on their quest to discover the truth - no matter where it leads them or the danger it puts them in.
Recommend this one! The story begins with a punch (IYKYK) and keeps them coming.
adventurous
dark
mysterious
reflective
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
A book of the times! But can we talk about this cover first? I admit I was first interested in this book - before even knowing what it was about - because of this beautiful af cover! Thankfully the writing and storyline matched the cover and I quickly fell in love with not only the cover but the characters and the story itself too.
When Jason Feldman finds the love of his life, Emily, dead from a fentanyl overdose he teams up with her friend, Delaney, to find out what really happened to her after the police write her death off as an accident.
This book is an onion book! There’s juicy layer after juicy layer of coverup, corruption, drug abuse, treatment centers, secrets, lies, and so much more.
The plot hooks you from the start and keeps you entertained throughout. It’s a book you can’t stop reading and will most likely finish in one sitting. It’s nonstop action as we follow Jason and Delaney on their quest to discover the truth - no matter where it leads them or the danger it puts them in.
Recommend this one! The story begins with a punch (IYKYK) and keeps them coming.
The Ring Academy: The Trials of Imogene Sol by C.L. Walters
adventurous
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
First, the audio for this book is amazing. I could listen to the narrator's voice all day everyday - and I enjoy my silence.
Jenn Lee did a phenomenal job bringing this book to life.
While the book is a fab read, the narration is even better. So if you prefer audiobooks l'd def recommend listening to this one.
I loved this story so much! It's one of those fun reads. It reminded me of The Hunger Games a little with the trials. I loved all the diagrams and extras between the chapters. They added an extra layer of intrigue to the whole book and added to the overall narrative.
While this is a space science-fiction-lite story it's also a mystery. So I quite enjoyed these genres mixing together.
You'll love Imogene's character. It's well written and will keep you entertained.
Tales of Unexplained Mystery by Steph Young
4.0
Interesting
Good rundown on possible theories, thoroughly thought out and explored. Mostly good cases, a few weird ones, however still interesting.
Good rundown on possible theories, thoroughly thought out and explored. Mostly good cases, a few weird ones, however still interesting.
The Dream Job by Kiersten Modglin
5.0
Loved this book! Interesting plot and kept me guessing. I didn’t see that end coming. I love how it all came together. Ending could have been more interesting, a more exciting job, but it’s still good.
She's Not There by P.J. Parrish
4.0
Was hooked right off the bat and that’s what I loved about this book. So much mystery and excitement. I figured out the ending tho. Compelling amnesia story about a woman running from something. She doesn’t remember what but her instincts immediately kick in and she knows she’s in danger and must RUN!
Witness: For the Prosecution of Scott Peterson by Amber Frey
5.0
I loved reading Amber's view of why this situation happened to her. She draws connections between her and Lacy that are just chilling.
I'm not completely convinced that Scott killed Lacy, yeah he's a super douche - but it doesn't all fit to me. What about the home invasion next door (even Nancy Grace says there are no coincidences in a murder investigation), and the witness seeing a pregnant woman fighting with a group of men putting her in the back of a white van? Many people saw Lacy at the park that day, when Scott was already gone for the day. The mailman time with the loose dog, and the hidden jailhouse phone calls between the home invaders talking about Lacy.. it's all suspect. Why would/did the police dismiss and plain out ignore and hide evidence? Not what I'd call a good investigation.
There wasn't really any other proof Scott killed Lacy, besides Scott being a lying cheating douche. I would say he had motive (new life with Amber), but that doesn't mean he did it.
Amber's book lets us see this investigation in another way and through her eyes. I also like how she leaned on her faith to get her through. It's a great testimony.
I'm not completely convinced that Scott killed Lacy, yeah he's a super douche - but it doesn't all fit to me. What about the home invasion next door (even Nancy Grace says there are no coincidences in a murder investigation), and the witness seeing a pregnant woman fighting with a group of men putting her in the back of a white van? Many people saw Lacy at the park that day, when Scott was already gone for the day. The mailman time with the loose dog, and the hidden jailhouse phone calls between the home invaders talking about Lacy.. it's all suspect. Why would/did the police dismiss and plain out ignore and hide evidence? Not what I'd call a good investigation.
There wasn't really any other proof Scott killed Lacy, besides Scott being a lying cheating douche. I would say he had motive (new life with Amber), but that doesn't mean he did it.
Amber's book lets us see this investigation in another way and through her eyes. I also like how she leaned on her faith to get her through. It's a great testimony.
Everything We Keep by Kerry Lonsdale
5.0
Quality Read
Loved this story and Kerry Lonsdale's style of writing. Since reading the very first sentence of this book, I was hooked and couldn't wait to begin reading again everytime I had to put the book down. This book won’t be an easy one to put down, as the mystery, love, and loss that swirl around this book will leave you hooked into a world where family secrets can destroy everything, in very unexpected ways. Looking forward to book number two!
Loved this story and Kerry Lonsdale's style of writing. Since reading the very first sentence of this book, I was hooked and couldn't wait to begin reading again everytime I had to put the book down. This book won’t be an easy one to put down, as the mystery, love, and loss that swirl around this book will leave you hooked into a world where family secrets can destroy everything, in very unexpected ways. Looking forward to book number two!