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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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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.…
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…
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 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…
When Shadows Fall by Neil Lancaster – Jen Med's Book Reviews
Today I am sharing my review of the latest book in Neil Lancaster's DS Max Craigie series, When Shadows Fall. I love this series and am ever grateful to the publisher, HQ, who provided an early review copy via Netgalley. Here's what this sixth book is all about: Source: NetgalleyRelease Date: 27 March 2025Publisher: HQ…
Rewind Recap: Weekly Update W/E 23/03/25 – Jen Med's Book Reviews
And here we are at the start of another week. The last full week in March. On the countdown to the clock changing again, and, better new for me, a succession of short working weeks. Training most of this week, but I'm off Friday afternoon and then not back in the office until Tuesday. Bargain.…
The Devil’s Code by Michael Wood – Jen Med's Book Reviews
Today I am delighted to share my review of The Devil's Code, book two in Michael Wood's Dr Olivia Winter series. I really enjoyed the first book, The Mind of a Murderer, and have been really looking forward to the follow up. My thanks to publisher, One More Chapter, who provided an early copy of…
Sick to Death by Chris Bridges – Jen Med's Book Reviews
Today I am sharing my review of Sick to Death, the debut crime novel from Chris Bridges. I was very intrigued by the blurb on this one, so couldn't resist when offered an early read by publisher, Avon. Here's what it's all about: Source: NetgalleyRelease Date: 27 March 2025Publisher: Avon About the Book Meet Emma.…
Vanished by Lynda La Plante – Jen Med's Book Reviews
Today it's over to Mandie for her review of the next book in the Jack War series by Lynda La Plante, Vanished. I love this series and reviewed the book when it first came out. You can find my thoughts here. With thanks to publisher, Zaffre Books, and Tracy Fenton of Compulsive Readers for the…
SON by Johana Gustawsson and Thomas Enger – Jen Med's Book Reviews
Oh happy days. today I am sharing my thoughts on the perfect collaboration we hadn't realised we needed until now, Son by Thomas Enger and Johana Gustawsson. Two equally lovely people and totally exceptional authors, this is a match made in bookish heaven. My thanks to publisher Orenda Books for one, bringing this pairing together,…
The Convoy by Beata Umubyeyi Mairesse, translated by Ruth Diver – Jen Med's Book Reviews
Today I am sharing my review of The Convoy by Beata Umubyeyi Mairesse, translated to english by Ruth Diver, and published by Open Borders Press on 27th February. This is the author's own account of her escape from the Tutsi genocide in Rwanda in 1994, and the struggle that she encountered when trying to reclaim…
The Silent House of Sleep by Allan Gaw – Jen Med's Book Reviews
Today I am sharing my thoughts on the first book in the Dr Jack Cuthbert series by Allan Gaw, The Silent House of Sleep. My thanks to publisher Polygon for sending me a copy of the book for review. Here's what it's all about: Source: Review CopyRelease Date: 02 January 2025Publisher: Polygon About the Book…
Rewind Recap: Weekly Update W/E 16/03/25 – Jen Med's Book Reviews
And here we are. Officially more than half way through March, and rapidly on the way towards the end of Q1 of the year. That does not mean, Publishers, that we need any more Christmas books on Netgalley! Yes. I have already seen one on there for a September release. There is seeking early feedback/quotes…
A Village Theatre Murder by Katie Gayle – Jen Med's Book Reviews
Today I am sharing my review of A Village Theatre Murder by Katie Gayle, the latest book in the Julia Bird series. I love these books, a wonderfully entertaining cosy crime series that I am always happy to return to. My thanks to publisher, Bookouture, for the early access to the book via Netgalley, and…
Captive Queen: The Decrypted History of Mary, Queen of Scots by Jade Scott – Jen Med's Book Reviews
Today it is back to Mandie who is sharing her review of Captive Queen: The Decrypted History of Mary, Queen of Scots by Jade Scott. With thanks to publisher, Michael O'Mara, who provided a copy for review. Here's what the book is all about: Source: NetgalleyRelease Date: 24 October 2024Publisher: Michael O'Mara About the Book…
Cover Reveal: Murder In The Lakes by Rachel Amphlett – Jen Med's Book Reviews
I love Rachel Amphlett's books. I've been hooked since I heard her on a panel at Crimefest and decided to dive into the Dan taylor series, and have not looked back since. A new book is always something to look forward to. So, imagine my delight at hearing that this is exactly what we are…
Cuckoo by Callie Kazumi – Jen Med's Book Reviews
Today I am sharing my review of Cuckoo by Callie Kazumi. This was an unexpected Netgalley offering that, when i read the blurb, I couldn't resist. My thanks to publisher, Penguin for the review copy. Here's what it's all about: Source: NetgalleyRelease Date: 13 March 2025Publisher: Penguin About the Book A story of obsession, love…
Small Fires by Ronnie Turner – Jen Med's Book Reviews
Today I am delighted to share my thoughts on the brand new gothic novel from Ronnie Turner, Small Fires. I loved Ronnie's previous book, So Pretty, and have really been looking forward to this. My thanks to Danielle Price from Orenda Books for the tour invite and to the publisher for the advance copy for…
Rewind Recap: Weekly Update W/E 09/03/25 – Jen Med's Book Reviews
Blimey. What happened there then? Another week gone. I swear they are getting quicker. Not that I'm complaining as this week I had a very short work week, with Thursday and Friday spent at leisure. This means that I actually have something to share with you all picture wise as Mandie and I went for…
Two Times Murder by Adam Oyebanji – Jen Med's Book Reviews
Today it is over to Mandie who is sharing her review of Two Times Murder by Adam Oyebanji. With thanks to publisher, Severn House, for the copy via Netgalley. Here's what the book is all about: Source: NetgalleyRelease Date: 05 November 2024Publisher: Severn House About the Book Meet Black British expat Greg Abimbola - a…
Happy 10th (Paperback) Anniversary Orenda Books – Jen Med's Book Reviews
Wishing a very, very happy 10th Anniversary to the powerhouse that is Karen Sullivan, and to all of the team at Orenda Books, and a happy bookish anniversary to Paul E. Hardisty. On this date in 2015, the paperback of Paul E. Hardisty's brilliant novel, The Abrupt Physics of Dying, was published, just the very…
Judas Horse by Lynda La Plante – Jen Med's Book Reviews
Today it's back to Mandie for a her review of Judas Horse, book two in Lynda La Plante's Jack Warr series. I love these books and you can read my review here. With thanks to Tracy Fenton of Compulsive Readers and publisher Zaffre Books for the invitation to join the readathon. Here's what the book…