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The Game Is Murder by Hazell Ward – Jen Med's Book Reviews
Today I am passing the baton back to Mandie who has her review of The Game Is Murder by Hazell Ward. I've had my eye on this one myself so very intrigued to see what Mandie thought. Thanks to publisher Michael Joseph who provided a copy via Netgalley. Here's what it's all about: Source: NetgalleyRelease…
Rewind Recap: Weekly Update W/E 05/10/25 – Jen Med's Book Reviews
And there we have it. September is no more and I have just attended what is probably my last book event of 2025 - Chiltern Kills. Held in Gerrard's Cross, this is the third year of this brilliant one day event, with all proceeds raised from tickets sales being in aid of CentrePoint. Even olf…
Broken by Jón Atli Jónasson, translated by Quentin Bates – Jen Med's Book Reviews
Today I am sharing my review of Broken by Jón Atli Jónasson, translated to English by Quentin Bates. I picked up a copy of the book after hearing the author on a panel at Capital Crime. I love my translated fiction and this sounded really interesting, as was the author, so how could I resist?…
The Odessa File by Frederick Forsyth – Jen Med's Book Reviews
Today on the blog I'm taking a look at a very old novel. Older than me even, which is pretty old. As the follow up novel, Revenge of Odessa, by Frederick Forsyth with Tony Kent, is out in October, and I have the book on my tbr pile, I thought I would be best to…
The Bodies by Sam Lloyd – Jen Med's Book Reviews
Today on the blog, Mandie is sharing her thoughts on the brand new novel from Sam Lloyd, The Bodies. With thanks to publisher, Transworld, who provided an early copy via NetGalley. Here’s what the book is about: Source: NetgalleyRelease Date: 19 June 2025Publisher: Transworld/Bantam About the Book When you look down at your newborn baby,…
The Hollow Man By Rachel Amphlett – Jen Med's Book Reviews
Today I am delighted to help open up the blog tour for The Hollow Man by Rachel Amphlett, book seven in her brilliant Mark Turpin series. I have loved this series since the beginning and picking up each new instalment is absolutely guaranteed for me. My thanks to Zoe of ZooLoosBookTours for the tour invite…
The Murder Game by Tom Hindle – Jen Med's Book Reviews
Today on the blog I'm sharing a long overdue review of The Murder Game by Tom Hindle. I picked up a copy of the book at an event Tom did with Janice Hallett in Birmingham a couple of years ago, so I thought it was about time it had a little love and attention. Here's…
Rewind Recap: Weekly Update W/E 28/09/25 – Jen Med's Book Reviews
Well that is it, I guess. We may as well kiss September goodbye. It's near as not over and done with, and as I am on a training course for the next three days (lucky me) I will do nothing of particular note in the coming days. I still have time to complete another book…
Worse Than Murder by Michael Wood – Jen Med's Book Reviews
Today I am absolutely delighted to share my thoughts on the brand new Matilda Darke novel from Michael Wood, Worse Than Murder, and to wish him a very happy ebook publication day. I love this series and, after the way the last book ended, have been desperate to see what comes next for this unluckiest…
Deadman’s Pool by Kate Rhodes – Jen Med's Book Reviews
Today on the blog Mandie and I are sharing our thoughts on the brand new Ben Kitto thriller from Kate Rhodes, Deadman's Pool. Mandie and I both really love this series, so jumped at the chance to join the blog tour. Thanks to Anne Cater of Random Things Tours, and publisher Orenda Books for the…
Murder In The Winter Woods by Katie Gayle – Jen Med's Book Reviews
Today I am delighted to share my thoughts on Murder In The Winter Woods, the brand new Julia Bird mystery from Katie Gayle. I really do enjoy these wonderful cosy mysteries and my thanks go to publisher, Bookouture, for the early copy and for inviting me to join the tour. Here's what the book is…
59 Minutes by Holly Seddon – Jen Med's Book Reviews
Today I am sharing my thoughts on the brand new novel from Holly Seddon, 59 Minutes, which is out today. Happy publication day Holly. I really enjoyed Holly's previous novel, The Short Straw, and, given the state the world is in right now, was really intrigued by the premise of this one. My thanks to…
Broken Ghosts by J.D. Oswald – Jen Med's Book Reviews
Today it's back to Mandie who is sharing her thoughts on Broken Ghosts by J.D. Oswald which is out in paperback tomorrow. I loved this book when I read it last year and you can find my review here. Here's what it's all about: Source: Owned CopyRelease Date: 25 September 2025 (Paperback)Publisher: Wildfire books About…
Rewind Recap: Weekly Update W/E 21/09/25 – Jen Med's Book Reviews
September is passing by quickly, don't you think? Not quite sure we have ended up in the final third of the month already, but there we go. Good news for me is that I have finished the final module project write up for my apprenticeship, one more group session, a review with my coach, and…
The Winter Warriors by Olivier Norek, translated by Nick Caistor – Jen Med's Book Reviews
Today on the blog I am sharing my thoughts on the historical thriller from Olivier Norek,Tthe Winter Warriors, translated into English for Open Borders Press by Nick Caistor. My thanks to the publisher for the early copy of the book and to Anne Cater for the tour invite. Here's what the book is about: Source:…
A Lethal Legacy by Guðrún Guðlaugsdóttir, translated by Quentin Bates – Jen Med's Book Reviews
Today I am sharing my review of A Lethal Legacy by Guðrún Guðlaugsdóttir, translated into English by Quentin Bates. I do love an Icelandic novel, so when invited to join the tour by Ewa Sherman of Corylus books, I couldn't say no. Here's what the book is all about: Source: Advance Reader CopyRelease Date: 20…
The Scene Of The Crime by Lynda La Plante – Jen Med's Book Reviews
Today I hand over to Mandie who is sharing her thoughts on The Scene Of The Crime, the first book in a brand new series from Lynda La Plante. Thanks to publisher, Zaffre who sent a copy of the book for review. Here's what it's all about: Source: Advance Reader CopyRelease Date: 31 July 2025Publisher:…
Holmes is Missing by James Patterson and Brian Sitts – Jen Med's Book Reviews
Today on the blog I finally share my thoughts on the bran new Holmes, Marple and Poe novel from James Patterson and Brian Sitts, Holmes Is Missing. I've had this on my tbr since early in the year when it was first released, but took the opportunity during a few nice summer walks to devour…
The Howling by Michael J. Malone – Jen Med's Book Reviews
Today I am delighted to share my thoughts on the third book in the Annie Jackson series from Michael J. Malone, The Howling. I love this series and was really looking forward to reading this latest addition. My thanks to Anne Cater of Random Things Tours and publisher, Orenda Books, for teh advance copy for…
Rewind Recap: Weekly Update W/E 14/09/25 – Jen Med's Book Reviews
A late one this week, but I am just back from Bloody Scotland and, to be honest, had no energy to get this written up last night. So here we are. I'm sure you have all been waiting with baited breath (or not) to see what I had to share this week, but bear with…
Cover Reveal: Little Secrets by Victoria Goldman – Jen Med's Book Reviews
Today I am absolutely delighted to be taking part in the cover reveal for the brand new novel from Victoria Goldman, Little Secrets, which is out on 21st October. I've really enjoyed Victoria's Shanna Regan series and, having been lucky enough to read a very early version of this book, I jumped at the chance…
Ship of Thieves by Douglas Skelton – Jen Med's Book Reviews
Today it's back to Mandie who is sharing her thoughts on the latest book in the Company of Rogues series by Douglas Skelton, Ship of Thieves. Thank you to publisher, Canelo who provided a review copy via Netgalley. Here's what it's all about: Source: NetgalleyRelease Date: 21 August 2025Publisher: Canelo About the Book Dead thieves…
Bloody Scotland McIlvanney & Debut Prize winners revealed – Jen Med's Book Reviews
Day of the Deid parade at Bloody Scotland, led by Sir Ian Rankin BLOODY SCOTLAND REVEALS THE WINNERS OFTHE McILVANNEY PRIZE AND THE BLOODY SCOTLAND DEBUT PRIZE 2025sponsored by The Glencairn Glass Presented at Bloody Scotland International Crime Writing Festival on Friday 12 September 2025 The winner of the McIlvanney Prize was revealed – in the ballroom with a…
This Wasn’t Meant To Happen by Ali Harris – Jen Med's Book Reviews
Today I am sharing my thoughts on the very emotional new novel from Ali Harris, This Wasn't Meant To Happen. It's not often I will use content warnings in my reviews but this is the story of a couple whose child is stillborn, so it is understandably hard to read at times. My thanks to…
The Heidorf Legacy by Dennis Higgins – Jen Med's Book Reviews
Today on the blog Mandie is sharing her review of The Hiedorf Legacy by Dennis Higgins. Thank you to the author and to Graeme Williams for sending the copy for review. Here's what the book is about: Source: Review CopyRelease Date: 29 January 2025Publisher: Foreshore Publishing London About the Book Destiny is no matter of…
To Love A Liar by L.V. Matthews – Jen Med's Book Reviews
Today I am sharing my review of the brand new novel from L.V. Matthews, To Love A Liar. A big thank you to publisher Penguin who provided and early copy via Netgalley. Here's what it's all about: Source: NetgalleyRelease Date: 11 September 2025Publisher: Penguin About the Book CHRIS FLETCHER IS A MAN WITH SECRETS .…
Rewind Recap: Weekly Update W/E 07/09/25 – Jen Med's Book Reviews
Not going to beat around the bush this week. Been busy at work all week, barely felt like picking up a book in the evening (not the book's fault, it was fascinating - all me). Not been anyway, weather ropey so I haven't had much time for walking and it really has just been one…
Clown Town by Mick Herron – Jen Med's Book Reviews
Today on the blog I'm sharing my review of Clown Town, the brand new novel in the Slough House series by Mick Herron. I've been really enjoying watching the series over on the old tellybox thing (when I remember to turn it on anyway), so was delighted to be offered the early copy by publisher…
Runaway Horses by Carlo Fruttero and Franco Lucentini, translated by Gregory Dowling – Jen Med's Book Reviews
Today I am sharing a review of Runaway Horses by Franco Lucentini and Carlo Fruttero, translated into English by Gregory Dowling. My thanks to publisher BItter Lemon Press for the review copy. Here's what the book is about Source: Review CopyRelease Date: 23 January 2025Publisher: Bitter Lemon Press About the Book Siena, one of Italy's…
Hangman Island by Kate Rhodes – Jen Med's Book Reviews
Today I'm sharing my thoughts on Hangman Island, book seven in the Isles of Scilly series by Kate Rhodes. I love these books but have to admit I've been more of a dipper in and outer of it than strictly reading in order. As book eight is set to be published later this month, I…
The Killer Question by Janice Hallett – Jen Med's Book Reviews
Today I am absolutely delighted to share my review of the brand new novel from Janice Hallett, The Killer Question which is out today. happy publication day! I love the originality of Janice's books and this is another absolute belter. My thanks to Viper Books for the advance copy via Netgalley. Here's what it's all…
The Sister Switch by Charlotte Butterfield – Jen Med's Book Reviews
Today I'm sharing my thoughts on The Sister Switch, the latest novel from Charlotte Butterfield. As the youngest of three sisters, I cannot think of anything scarier than trying to live my sisters' lives, or walking in their shoes, partly because my feet are smaller and I'd likely break my ankle. That and I'm not…
Rewind Recap: Weekly Update W/E 31/08/25 – Jen Med's Book Reviews
And just like that, August is no more. Christmas chocolates are in the stores (did I blink and miss Halloween?), and I can no longer avoid doing a thing I don’t really want to do. On the plus side, Christmas chocolates are in the stores (I love Puds) and last week’s Bank Holiday was, against…
Belsay by L.J. Ross – Jen Med's Book Reviews
Today Mandie and I are sharing our thoughts on Belsay by L.J. Ross, the twenty third book in the DCI Ryan series if you can believe it? I'm a long term reader of the series, but have been a bit behind this past year, so it was nice to play catch up with some of…
Watching You by Helen Fields – Jen Med's Book Reviews
Oh what a pleasure reading this was. Today I share my thoughts on Watching You, the brand new Connie Woolwine thriller from Helen Fields which is out today. Happy publication day, Helen. My thanks to publisher Avon who furnished me with an early copy via Netgalley. Here's what it's all about: Source: NetgalleyRelease Date: 28…
The Cut Throat Trial by S.J. Fleet – Jen Med's Book Reviews
When I heard that the person behind The Secret Barrister was releasing their first thriller, I knew I needed to read it. The Cut Throat Trial by S.J. Fleet, is out tomorrow, and I have to say a big thank you to publisher, Picador, for the early copy via Netgalley. Here's what the book is…
The Cut by Richard Armitage – Jen Med's Book Reviews
Today I have my review of The Cut, the brand new thriller from Richard Armitage which is out today. Happy publication day, Richard. This was originally recorded as an audiobook Audible exclusive, but is out in paperback this week. I read Richard's debut thriller, Geneva, a couple of years ago, and was intrigued to see…
Rewind Recap: Weekly Update W/E 24/08/25 – Jen Med's Book Reviews
OKay. That week disappeared far too quickly. I mean, I enjoyed my time off work. Plenty of walking, went to the Exotic Zoo and when to see Six: The Musical at the cinema again, but still. What the heck and how the heck are we back at Monday? Various animals around the exotic zoo, including…
Bloody Scotland 2025 Blog Tour – Festival Preview – Jen Med's Book Reviews
I genuinely cannot get over the fact that Bloody Scotland starts in just three weeks. Three weeks! That has caught me out completely and I'm still thinking about what tickets I want to buy, so I had best get on that pretty dang soon. For the uninitiated, the festival takes place from 12th to 14th…
Blood Like Ours by Stuart Neville – Jen Med's Book Reviews
Today I am sharing my thoughts on Blood Like Ours, the brand new thriller from Stuart Neville. I was so excited to be approved for this book on Netgalley. A huge thank you to publisher Simon & Schuster for the approval. Blood Like Mine was one of my top reads of last year so I…