The Wrong Mr. Flynn

The Wrong Mr. Flynn by Gráinne Farrell
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A well-crafted contemporary thriller...

Irish author Gráinne Farrell weaves a very engaging contemporary mystery thriller. With intriguing twists and turns, it easily had me interested from the opening chapter. The author paints an atmospheric, suspenseful mystery in a very vivid and convincing way. In addition, the characters are drawn with great credibility and conviction. It’s a fast-paced novel that had me engaged from the first page to the last.

To summarize the synopsis: Sarah Flynn had long since come to terms with the fact that she had to guard her two sons while she continued to be abused by her husband Tom. Dean and Charlie, her thirteen-year-old twin boys, are the only joy in her life. But when her husband Tom's actions start to change, she realizes that not only is her life in danger but also the future of her boys. After devising a cunning plan, Sarah is thrilled when she is able to carry out the first part of it and enjoys a rare but wonderful taste of happiness. Putting the second part into practice is more difficult, but with Gary's assistance, she is determined to seize her newly-found freedom. After learning about Justine, Tom's mistress, Gary harbors nothing but resentment for her. But only Sarah could understand how cold and cunning her husband really is, and how he thinks his mistress is a colluding accomplice. Tom will do whatever it takes to win his wife back, but he appears unconcerned to those around him. Now that Sarah has emerged from the ashes, confident and unrecognizably changed, he realizes he must now produce a strategy of his own. Tom likes to believe he is always ahead of the game because he is constantly planning and scheming. The four of them are forced to interact in a lethal encounter as tensions are at an all-time high and emotions are at their breaking point…

I enjoyed the story, character development, and dialogue. There were plenty of plot twists that I didn’t see coming and that added to the book’s mystique. It is a thriller that maintains a taut, compelling hold from start to finish. It’s been a while since I enjoyed a book this much. It’s a first-class mystery thriller with perfect pacing. Not much is as it appears here, which is just the way fans of mystery, thriller, and suspense will want it! Very highly recommended and a well-deserved five stars from me.

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Ocean's Edge by Jay Michael Night

Ocean's Edge: Alius and Love: Book 1 by Jay Michael Night
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Y/A Fantasy love story with a creative plot twist...

Jay Michael Night’s “Ocean's Edge” is book 1 in the “Alius and Love series” series. In this Y/A supernatural romance, we find Alexander, a Viking vampire who has been tasked with maintaining peace in the supernatural world of Alius. While on a mission he frees a mermaid who was being held as a prisoner. He is faced with a challenging choice that must be made in order to save the mermaid's life. He develops a new species of monster from her, one that has never existed before, and turns her into a vampire. She is now his responsibility, but what he does not anticipate is the powerful love that will inevitably bond them together…

A return to the science-fiction-infused fantasy subgenre is brought about by the novel "Ocean's Edge," which is very much welcomed. The action is consistently fascinating, and any predictable happenings are deftly concealed by wonderfully realized fantasy imagery. It may have a simple template for a supernatural adventure, but it exploits its magical quirks and broad quest to supplement all the right points for a well-rounded, very enjoyable supernatural romance. Highly recommended.


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Ghostly Howls: A Paranormal Fantasy Romance by Stephanie Hansen

Ghostly Howls: A Paranormal Fantasy Romance by Stephanie Hansen
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A well-crafted paranormal fantasy romance…

Celtic mythology meets American rural life in Stephanie Hansen’s paranormal romance fantasy novella “Ghostly Howls.” Orla and Molly, a heartbroken half-banshee, and a soul-possessing cockle-seller are trapped in a town full of mysteries where they may perish before meeting their true loves. While nobody is ready to have ghosts as next-door neighbors, can Molly and Orla, who have always been shunned by the residents of their town, finally use their abilities in the open to save the people of a town that has rejected them all along? You’ll have to find out for yourself by turning the pages of this well-written fantasy tale. It contains themes appropriate for mature audiences and adult language. Recommended.


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The Movement (Time Corrector Series Book 2) by Avi Datta

The Movement by Avi Datta
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A creative sci-fi adventure that will take you on a mesmerizing journey…

Science fiction frequently investigates questions regarding the possible outcomes of new scientific, social, and technological developments while also focusing on imaginative and futuristic concepts such as advanced science and technology, space exploration, time travel, parallel universes, and extraterrestrial life. “The Movement” (Time Corrector Series Book 2) by Avi Datta ticked all the boxes for me as a mind-bending time travel romantic sci-fi that I thoroughly enjoyed from start to finish. Looking forward to reading more in this sci-fi saga. Highly recommended and a well-deserved five stars from me.


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The Doofus and the Divine: The Second Coming

The Doofus and the Divine: The Second Coming… and other things to do over the summer by Darcy Phillips
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Poignant, funny, and satirical...

For most, nothing will be lost in translation here. The Doofus and the Divine: The Second Coming… and other things to do over the summer by Darcy Phillips is a parody of a biblical concept. It’s cleverly written and witty. This book is a satire, and a good one. It’s an entertaining, page-turning story that kept me engaged from the opening chapter. The duel core of the story is firstly about the friendship between Emmanuel and Oliver and secondly about the Second Coming of the Son of God. Apparently, he shows up in ‘an insignificant speck of a little dying town called Placard, in the boring half of Montana.’ Who knew? An oddball adventure yarn that comes highly recommended and gets a well-deserved five stars from me. Looking forward to reading more in this series.


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Meat Cute: A Post-Apocalyptic Slice-Of-Life Romance Story

Meat Cute: A Post-Apocalyptic Slice-Of-Life Romance Story by Brandon McCormick
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A romantic future in a post-apocalyptic world...

It's the end of the world as we know it, but that doesn't mean that love is dead. Life is harsh in the post-apocalyptic world. The land is scarred by years of war and pollution. The skies are dark, apocalyptic storm clouds block out the sun. But in this dark world, there is still romance. Brandon McCormick's Meat Cute: A Post-Apocalyptic Slice-Of-Life Romance Story packs enough gore that is liberally sprinkled with romance to make this enjoyable, especially for Y/A sci-fi fans. Recommended.


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A Beginner’s Guide to Getting Started With ChatGPT: An Author’s Guide

A Beginner’s Guide to Getting Started With ChatGPT: An Author’s Guide by Richard McCartney
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

An author’s guide to getting started with ChatGPT.

If you're an author who's looking to get started with ChatGPT, you're in luck. “A Beginner’s Guide to Getting Started With ChatGPT” by Richard McCartney is a helpful guide that covers everything you need to know to get started. By following Richard McCartney's advice, authors can use ChatGPT to successfully market their books and reach a larger audience. ChatGPT is a powerful marketing tool that can help authors reach a wider audience and sell more books, making this guide a no-brainer. Recommended.


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