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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…
The Castle by John Sutherland – Jen Med's Book Reviews
I am a very happy reader. The Castle by John Sutherland was one of my most anticipated books of 2025 as I love this series focused on Met Police hostage negotiators Alex Lewis and Pip Williams. I am very grateful for the advance copy for review courtesy of publisher, Orion, on Netgalley, and am delighted…
Rewind Recap: Weekly Update W/E 20/04/25 – Jen Med's Book Reviews
And there we have it. Easter over (well all bar the shouting and consumption of left over chocolate/scramble for cheap eggs at the supermarkets), and April well on its way to reaching its conclusion. Had a pretty good week to be fair as I was only in work for two days. Wednesday off to go…
Dangerous by Essie Fox – Jen Med's Book Reviews
Today I am delighted to join the tour for Dangerous, the brand new novel from Essie Fox. I loved her previous novel, The fascination, so I was really looking forward to reading this. My thanks to publisher Orenda Books, and Anne Cater of Random Things Tours for the tour invite and early copy of the…
Murder On Line One by Jeremy Vine – Jen Med's Book Reviews
Today I am sharing my thoughts on Murder On Line One by Jeremy Vine. I've been intrigued by the idea of this book for some time, so my thanks go to publisher HarperCollins for the advance copy via Netgalley. Here's what the book's all about: Source: NetgalleyRelease Date: 24 April 2025Publisher: HarperCollins About the Book…
The Liar by Louise Jensen – Jen Med's Book Reviews
Today I am delighted to share my review of the brand new novel from one of my favourite authors, Louise Jensen, The Liar. A big thank you to publisher HQ for the advance copy via Netgalley. Here's what it's all about: Source: NetgalleyRelease Date: 24 April 2025Publisher: HQ About the Book The Abbotts’ new lodger…
This Is Not A Game by Kelly Mullen – Jen Med's Book Reviews
Today I am sharing my review of This Is Not A Game , the brand new novel from Kelly Mullen. I was lucky enough to pick up a copy of this book at Capital Crime last year but waited a little bit closer to publication day to tuck in. Thank you to publisher Century for…
The Midnight King by Tariq Ashkanani – Jen Med's Book Reviews
Today I'm sharing my review of the brand new novel from Tariq Ashkanani, The Midnight King. I really enjoy Tariq's writing so have to say a huge thank you to publisher, Viper, for the advance copy via Netgalley. Here's what it's all about: Source: NetgalleyRelease Date: 10 April 2025Publisher: Viper Books About the Book Lucas…
Rewind Recap: Weekly Update W/E 13/04/25 – Jen Med's Book Reviews
Blimey. This month is racing away from us too, isn't it? Almost the middle of April. I've given up trying to figure out how, but like it or not it is true. I know I've been super busy at work this week which probably allows for some of my lack of comprehension of the passage…
Marble Hall Murders by Anthony Horowitz – Jen Med's Book Reviews
Today I'm sharing my thoughts on the final book in the Magpie Murders series by Anthony Horowitz, Marble Hall Murders. My thanks to publisher Penguin for the advance copy via Netgalley. Here's what it's all about: Source: NetgalleyRelease Date: 10 April 2025Publisher: Penguin About the Book Susan Ryeland has had enough of murder.She’s edited two…
The Cure by Eve Smith – Jen Med's Book Reviews
Today I am delighted to join the blog tour for The Cure, the brand new speculative thriller from Eve Smith. I don't think that anyone does future (nightmare) thinking fiction quite like Eve, so I've been really looking forward to reading this. My thanks to Anne Cater of Random Things Tours for the tour invite,…
Always On My Mind by Carys Green – Jen Med's Book Reviews
Today I am sharing my thoughts on the brand new novel from Carys Green, Always On My Mind. My thanks to Graeme Williams and publisher, Vintage, who sent me a copy of the book for review. Here's what it's all about: Source: Review CopyRelease Date: 27 February 2025Publisher: Vintage About the Book YOU CAN HEAR…
Lovers Of Franz K: A Novel by Burhan Sönmez, translated by Semi Hêzil – Jen Med's Book Reviews
Today I am sharing my thoughts on Lovers Of Franz K: A Novel by Burhan Sönmez, translated by Semi Hêzil. the book is published by Orenda Books imprint, Open Borders Press, and my thanks go to them and Anne Cater of Random Things Tours for the early copy for review. Here's what the book is…
Crucified by Lynda La Plante – Jen Med's Book Reviews
Today it is back to Mandie for her review of the very latest book in the Jack Warr series from Lynda La Plante, Crucified. Mandie has been really enjoying playing catch up on these books, and as I love the series too, I'll need to catch up on this one asap. With thanks to Tracy…
The Death of Us by Abigail Dean – Jen Med's Book Reviews
Today I am sharing my review of The Death Of Us, the brand new novel from Abigail Dean. I read and really enjoyed Day One, and having seen some really strong reviews of this one, was intrigued to get reading. My thanks to publisher, Hemlock Press, for the advance copy for review. Here's what it's…
Rewind Recap: Weekly Update W/E 06/04/25 – Jen Med's Book Reviews
And another week passes us by. Been really busy at work. Add in a trip to the theatre to see Dear Evan Hansen, attending a gender reveal party, and going to see Six The Musical at the cinema, has made a bit of a dent in my reading progress. I've still managed to complete a…
Burn After Reading by Catherine Ryan Howard – Jen Med's Book Reviews
Today Mandie is sharing her review of Burn After Reading, the latest thriller from Catherine Ryan Howard. With thanks to the publisher, Bantam/Transworld who provided a copy via Netgalley. Here's what the book is all about: Source: NetgalleyRelease Date: 10 April 2025Publisher: Bantam/Transworld About the Book The night Jack Smyth ran into flames in a…
Burying Jericho by William Hussey – Jen Med's Book Reviews
Today I am absolutely delighted to share my thoughts on Burying Jericho, the brand new novel from William Hussey. I love this series and have been so looking forward to reading this. It did not disappoint. My thanks to the publisher, Zaffre, for providing an early copy via Netgalley. Here's what it's all about: Source:…
The Cost by Morgan Cry – Jen Med's Book Reviews
Today it is back to Mandie who is sharing her review of The Cost, the brand new novel from Morgan Cry, as part of the blog tour. With thanks to Anne Cater of Random Things Tours for the tour invite, and publisher, Svern House, for the advance copy for review. Here's what the book is…
Death and Other Occupational Hazards by Veronika Dapunt – Jen Med's Book Reviews
Today I am sharing my review of the fresh and very original Death and Other Occupational Hazards by Veronika Dapunt. This is every bit as fun as the cover art might suggest. My thanks to publisher, Bantam/Transworld for the advance copy via Netgalley. Here's what it's all about: Source: NetgalleyRelease Date: 10 April 2025Publisher: Bantam/Transworld…
Nine Hidden Lives by Robert Gold – Jen Med's Book Reviews
Today I am sharing my review of Nine Hidden Lives, the fourth book in Robert Gold's Ben Harper series which is out next week. I've really loved meeting Ben and this seems a very good way to carry on, and possibly leave, his story. My thanks to publisher Sphere for the advance copy via Netgalley.…
Rewind Recap: Weekly Update W/E 30/03/25 – Jen Med's Book Reviews
Well, that's it then. March officially ends today, the clocks have jumped forward an hour, spring has (allegedly) sprung, and Q2 starts tomorrow. Who'd a thunk it, right? This year is passing all too quickly, but that is no bad thing. I was on training all of last week, staying down in Weymouth. It's a…
The Spy by Ajay Chowdhury – Jen Med's Book Reviews
Today I am sharing my review of The Spy, book four in the Detective Kamil Rahman series by Ajay Chowdhury. No shocks when i say this is the first in the series I've read, but the story is a self contained one so reading from the midway point was not a problem. My thanks to…
The Return of Frankie Whittle by Caroline England – Jen Med's Book Reviews
Today I am sharing my review of the brand new novel from Caroline England, The Return of Frankie Whittle. My thanks to the author and publicist, Laura Lees, for the review copy. Here's what the book is all about: Source: Review CopyRelease Date: 08 February 2025Publisher: Bullington Press About the Book Frankie Whittle has it…
Someone is Lying by Heidi Perks – Jen Med's Book Reviews
Today it is back to Mandie who has a review of Someone Is Lying by Heidi Perks. With thanks to publisher, Penguin, for the copy via Netgalley, here's what the book is all about: Source: NetgalleyRelease Date: 27 February 2025Publisher: Penguin About the Book How do you find your daughter when no one believes she…
The Rest Is Death by James Oswald – Jen Med's Book Reviews
Today I am delighted to be sharing my review of The Rest is Death, the brand new Inspector McLean novel from James Oswald, which just happens to be published today. Happy publication day. I know I hide it well, but I'm quite a fan of the books, so a new instalment is always a treat.…
Pure Evil by Lynda La Plante – Jen Med's Book Reviews
Mandie is on a roll - now for book four in the Jack Warr series, Pure Evil by Lynda La Plante. You can find my thoughts on the book right here. With thanks to publisher, Zaffre, and Tracy Fenton of Compulsive Readers for the opportunity to be a part of the blog blitz. Here's what…