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The Death of Shame by Ambrose Parry – Jen Med's Book Reviews
Today I share my thoughts on the fifth and final book in the Raven and Fisher Mystery series by Ambrose Parry, The Death Of Shame. Sad times, but still a heartfelt thank you to publisher, Canongate, for indulging my reading pleasure one last time. Here's what the book is about: Source: NetgalleyRelease Date: 05 June…
Into the Fire by G.D. Wright – Jen Med's Book Reviews
I'm delighted to share my thoughts on the brand new thriller from G.D. Wright, Into the Fire, which is out today! Happy publication day, Gary. I recently read and really enjoyed After The Storm, so was delighted to receive an early copy of this book from publisher, Avon and Beck Hunter. Here's what the book…
Chasing Shadows by Robert Bryndza – Jen Med's Book Reviews
Today I am delighted to share my thoughts on the brand new Erika Foster thriller from Robert Bryndza, Chasing Shadows. A huge thank you t the author for sending me an early copy of the book for review as I'm a huge fan of this series. Here's what the book is all about: Source: Advance…
Rewind Recap: Weekly Update W/E 01/06/25 – Jen Med's Book Reviews
After last week’s epic book journey, it is almost inevitable that this week would be quieter. A lot quieter. I had some time off work in addition to the Bank Holiday - bonus - so I was able to read, but as for physical or digital books, a lot less of those. I fed the…
It’s Always The Husband by C.L. Taylor – Jen Med's Book Reviews
Today I am sharing my review of the brand new thriller from C.L. Taylor, It's Always The Husband. I love Cally's books so it is always exciting to see a new one is on the horizon. Even more so when I am lucky enough to get an early read, so thank you to publisher, Avon,…
Whistle by Linwood Barclay – Jen Med's Book Reviews
Today I am sharing my review of the brand new horror/thriller from Linwood Barclay. I had the pleasure of reading this while I was away on my cruise last month, thankful I chose to travel by boat and not take a cross country trip on a train ... I'll never be able to listen to…
A Class Liberated by Susie Murphy – Jen Med's Book Reviews
Today it's over to Mandie who is sharing her review of A Class Liberated, the latest book in Susie Murphy's A Matter of Class series which is out tomorrow. Mandie has been loving this series so reviewing this new addition was something of a no brainer. Thanks to Susie Murphy for supplying an advance copy…
The Mysterious Bakery on the Rue de Paris by Evie Woods – Jen Med's Book Reviews
Today it is over to Mandie who is sharing her review of The Mysterious Bakery on the Rue de Paris by Evie Woods. A big thank you to the publisher, One More Chapter, who provided a copy via Netgalley. Here's what the book is all about: Source: NetgalleyRelease Date: 27 March 2025Publisher: One More Chapter…
Exit Wounds by Neil Broadfoot – Jen Med's Book Reviews
Today on the blog I'm sharing my thoughts on Exit Wounds, the seventh and final Connor Fraser thriller from Neil Broadfoot, which is out tomorrow. My thanks to the publisher, Constable, and Susan at TheBooktrail.com for the advance copy and the invitation to review the book. Here's what it's all about: Source: Advance Reader CopyRelease…
Murder On The Marlow Belle by Robert Thorogood – Jen Med's Book Reviews
Today it's over to Mandie who is sharing her review of Murder On The Marlow Belle by Robert Thorogood. I reviewed the book earlier this year and you can read my thoughts here. Here's what it's all about: Source: Owned CopyRelease Date: 16 January 2025Publisher: HQ About the Book Verity Beresford is worried about her…
We Live Here Now by Sarah Pinborough – Jen Med's Book Reviews
Today on the blog I'm sharing my thoughts on the new thriller from Sarah Pinborough, We Live Here Now. My thanks to publisher Orion who provided an early review copy via Netgalley. Here's what the book is all about: Source: NetgalleyRelease Date: 20 May/05 June 2025Publisher: Orion About the Book If their new new home…
Rewind Recap: Weekly Update W/E 24/05/25 – Jen Med's Book Reviews
Okay. So I still haven't finished sorting through my Norway pictures so this week I am bringing to you a collection of baby photos. Baby birds that is. Last time I took a decent walk along the canal the swans were nesting and there were only a couple of baby moorhens around. No ducklings at…
Smoke and Murders by J.L. Blackhurst – Jen Med's Book Reviews
Today on the blog Mandie is sharing her review of the second book in J.L. Blackhurst's Impossible Murders series, Smoke and Murders. Here's what the book is all about: Source: Owner CopyRelease date: 12 September 2024Publisher: HQ About the Book A gripping new mystery featuring Detective Tess Fox and her con-artist sister Sarah Jacobs. Members…
The Darkest Winter by Carlo Lucarelli, translated by Joseph Farrell – Jen Med's Book Reviews
Today on the blog I am sharing my review of The Darkest Winter, a prequel to Carlo Lucarelli's Inspector De Luca series, translated into English by Joseph Farrell. My thanks to publisher Open Borders Press and Anne Cater of Random Things Tours for the tour invite and early copy of the book for review. Here's…
Last Orders by Denzil Meyrick – Jen Med's Book Reviews
Today is a bit of a sad moment as I share my thoughts on the final DCI Daley book from Denzil Meyrick which is out tomorrow. I was so saddened to hear of Denzil's passing earlier this year but this seems to be a very fitting way to say goodbye to both a treasured writer…
Happy Is The One by Katie Allen – Jen Med's Book Reviews
Today I am sharing my review of Happy Is The One, the brand new novel from Katie Allen, which is out today. Happy publication day Katie. My thanks go to publisher Orenda Books and Anne Cater of Random Things Tours for the tour invite and advance copy of the book. Here's what it's all about:…
Westport by James Comey – Jen Med's Book Reviews
Today I am sharing my review of the second book in James Comey's Nora Carleton series, Westport. I picked up this book after hearing the author on a panel at Harrogate last year and I am so very glad I did. As I have book three, FDR Drive, waiting to be read courtesy of the…
Dead Water by Simon Toyne – Jen Med's Book Reviews
Today I am excited to share my thoughts on the brand new Rees and Khan thriller from Simon Toyne, Dead Water. I love this series and was delighted to be granted an early copy via Netgalley, courtesy of publisher, Hemlock Press. Here's what it's all about: Source: NetgalleyRelease Date: 22 May 2025Publisher: Hemlock Press About…
After The Storm by G.D. Wright – Jen Med's Book Reviews
Today I am sharing my thoughts on After The Storm, the undeniably emotional debut thriller from G.D. Wright. I was sent a copy of the book by the publisher, but also listened to the audiobook, narrated by Elliot Fitzpatrick. Here's what the book is all about: Source: Review Copy/Owned AudiobookRelease Date: 01 August 2024Publisher: Avon…
Rewind Recap: Weekly Update W/E 18/05/25 – Jen Med's Book Reviews
Okay. Last week I told you I was going to flood you with Norwegian Fjords pictures. I still will but, to be honest, within a couple of days of being back in the office, I got itchy feet again, and by Wednesday I had convinced Mandie we really needed a road trip this past weekend.…
The Cliff House by Chris Brookmyre – Jen Med's Book Reviews
Today Mandie is taking a little vacation to a remote island setting, at least in spirit. She's sharing her thoughts on The Cliff House by Chris Brookmyre, a book that is enough to put you off girly holidays and island escapes for life. You can read my thoughts on the book right here. Cliff Notes…
Shatter Creek by Rod Reynolds – Jen Med's Book Reviews
Today I am sharing my review of the brand new Casey Wray thriller from Rod Reynolds, Shatter Creek, the long awaited follow up to Black Reed Bay. My thanks to publisher Orenda Books for the advance copy for review and to Anne Cater of Random Things Tours for the tour invite. Here's what the book…
The Ghosts of Rome by Joseph O’Connor – Jen Med's Book Reviews
Today Mandie is sharing her thoughts on The Ghosts of Rome by Joseph O'Connor. Thank to the publisher, Vintage, who provided a review copy via Netgalley. Here's what the book is all about: Source: NetgalleyRelease Date: 30 January 2025Publisher: Vintage About the Book February 1944. Six months since Nazi forces occupied Rome.Inside the beleaguered city,…
Rewind Recap: Weekly Update W/E 11/05/25 – Jen Med's Book Reviews
Oh my word. What a week. So much fun. I mentioned last week that Mandie and I had a cheeky overnighter in Southampton. What I didn't mention, was that it was swiftly followed by a week cruising the Norwegian Fjords. (Got to think about the home insurance and all that). It is (was) a bit…
Crucified by Lynda La Plante – Jen Med's Book Reviews
For once I am playing catch up with Mandie. Today, I'm sharing my thoughts on Crucified, the brand new Jack Warr thriller from Lynda La Plante. My thanks to publisher, Zaffre, for indulging my love of this series with an early copy via Netgalley. Here's what the book is about: Source: Advance Reader CopyRelease Date:…
Born In A Burial Gown by M.W. Craven – Jen Med's Book Reviews
Today I am sharing my thoughts on Born In A Burial Gown by M.W. Craven. I've had this on my tbr pile for quite a while, but given that the new Washington Poe book out later this year is a bit of a series crossover, I thought it was about time I remedied the situation.…
Central Park West by James Comey – Jen Med's Book Reviews
Today I am sharing my review of Central Park West by James Comey, the first book in his Nora Carleton thriller series. I heard the author speak at Harrogate last year and the books sounded really interesting so I added them to my TBR straight away. With book three due imminently, it seemed a really…
Three Card Murder by J.L. Blackhurst – Jen Med's Book Reviews
Today it is back to Mandie who is sharing her thoughts on Three Card Murder by J.L. Blackhurst. As a local to us author, it's always a pleasure to feature Jenny's books on the blog. Here's what the book is all about: Source: Owned CopyRelease Date: 31 August 2023Publisher: HQ About the Book DI Tess…
South of Nowhere by Jeffery Deaver – Jen Med's Book Reviews
I love the Colter Shaw series by Jeffery Deaver, so when I saw there was a new book out, I knew I had to read it. Thankfully the lovely folk at HarperCollins granted me an early copy via Netgalley, so I didn't need to wait too long to tuck in. Here's what the book is…
The Man Made Of Smoke by Alex North – Jen Med's Book Reviews
Today I am sharing my thoughts on the brand new thriller from Alex North, The Man Made of Smoke. Now, fans of the author will know that ha has a knack for creating creeping and atmospheric tales, which I personally love, so I was delighted to be granted an early review copy via Netgalley by…
Rewind Recap: Weekly Update W/E 04/05/25 – Jen Med's Book Reviews
Welcome to May everyone. Hope you all had a lovely week last week. Weather here has been stupendous, although arguably a little to far on the wrong side of warm for my liking. Still, better than the alternative, although I'm sure the farmers will be wishing for a decent few raindrops sometime soon enough. I…
Green Shoots by Mark L Fowler – Jen Med's Book Reviews
Today I am sharing my thoughts on the latest book in the Stoke set Tyler and Mills series by Mark L Fowler, Green Shoots. My thanks to the author for providing a copy for review. Here's what it's all about: Source: Advance Reader CopyRelease Date: 29 April 2025Publisher: Self Published About the Book When an…
Murder In Harrogate – Short Story Collection – Jen Med's Book Reviews
Today it is over to Mandie who is sharing her thoughts on Murder In Harrogate, a short story collection inspired by the Theakstons Crime Writing Festival, held every summer in Harrogate. Here's what it's all about: Source: Owned CopyRelease Date: 18 July 2024Publisher: Orion About the Book For one weekend every July, thousands of readers…
The Girl In Cell A by Vaseem Khan – Jen Med's Book Reviews
What's this? A new book from Vaseem Khan? And a thriller no less - definitely a step away from our usual expectations. Well ... how could I resist? It just happens to be released today too, so a very happy publication day to you, Vaseem. My thanks to publisher, Hodder & Stoughton, for the advance…
The House of Mirrors by Erin Kelly – Jen Med's Book Reviews
Today Mandie is sharing her thoughts on Erin Kelly's The House of Mirrors. I read and loved the book last year and you can find my review right here. Here's what The House of Mirrors is all about: Source: Advance Reader CopyRelease Date: 30 January 2025 (paperback)Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton About the Book One of…
Rewind Recap: Weekly Update W/E 27/04/25 – Jen Med's Book Reviews
Well, what a lovely weekend to end a long working week. Sunshine, a lovely walk along the canal and, to cement all that, some great books to see me through the week. And some lovely deliveries in the week too. Who needs more? I haven't done all that much since last week to be honest…
Amnesia by LJ Ross – Jen Med's Book Reviews
Today I am sharing a long overdue review of Amnesia, the latest book in LJ Ross' Alexander Gregory series. I part read, part listened to the audiobook, once again narrated by Richard Armitage - always a treat. Here's what the book is all about. Source: Owned Copy/Owned AudioRelease Date: 24 October 2024Publisher: Dark Skies Publishing/WF…
The Queen of Poisons by Robert Thorogood – Jen Med's Book Reviews
Today it's back to Mandie for her review of the next book in the Marlow Murder Club series by Robert Thorogood, The Queen of Poisons. I read the book on it's release and you can read my full review here. Here's what it's all about: Source: Owned CopyRelease Date: 18 January 2024Publisher: HQ About the…
Estella’s revenge by Barbara Havelocke – Jen Med's Book Reviews
Today Mandie is sharing her thoughts on Estella's Revenge by Barbara Havelocke, a reimagining of Great Expectations. Here's what the book is all about: Source: Owned CopyRelease Date: 09 May 2024Publisher: Hera About the Book You know Miss Havisham. The world's most famous jilted bride. This is her daughter’s story. Raised in the darkness of…
Human Remains by Jo Callaghan – Jen Med's Book Reviews
Today I am delighted to be taking part in the publication day blitz for Human Remains, the brand new Kat and Locke thriller from Jo Callaghan. With thanks to Tracy Fenton of Compulsive Readers for the invitation to join in, and publisher, Simon & Schuster, for the advance copy of the book. Here's what it's…