Thrillers, Suspense & Mystery

The Arnolfini Art Mysteries

Rich DiSilvio (DV Books)

| Reviewed by Jane Riley

Rich DiSilvio's The Arnolfini Art Mysteries is a book with an irresistible appeal to fans of crime thrillers and deftly crafted sleuth novels. It follows the investigative work of Armand Arnolfini, an intelligent investigator on a mission to solve multiple art thefts. The book features a collection of richly illustrated and interconnected mysteries and takes readers on a thrilling ride from New York to Italy, Belgium, Germany, and beyond. In each standalone episode, Arnolfini faces a new challenge as he investigates art thefts, forger...

The Ghost in the Garden

Alisse Lee Goldenberg (Crimson Dragon Publishing)

| Reviewed by Matthew Novak

The Ghost in the Garden by Alisse Lee Goldenberg takes readers on a captivating journey through the eyes of twelve-year-old Sophie Madison as she navigates the challenges of moving from the bustling city of Calgary to the quieter town of Stratford, Ontario. Through vivid storytelling and compelling characters, Goldenberg skillfully explores themes of adaptation, resilience, and the supernatural, creating an engaging narrative that will resonate with readers of all ages. Sophie Madison is a relatable protagonist whose emotional journey captures...

Forgotten Oath

Dorothea N. Buckingham (Atmosphere Press)

| Reviewed by James Farlow

Forgotten Oath by Dorothea N. Buckingham is a captivating middle-grade novel that blends elements of fantasy, mystery, and historical fiction. The story follows Noah, a young boy who finds himself thrust into a centuries-old oath made by his grandfather to a Night Marcher, a supernatural being from Hawaiian folklore. As Noah travels back in time to 1834 Hilo, he must navigate a web of intrigue to prove his innocence and fulfill his promise. One of the most striking aspects of Forgotten Oath is its exploration of themes of honor, loyalty, and th...

Overmorrow

HL Cherryholmes (Amazon Kindle)

| Reviewed by James Farlow

Overmorrow by H.L. Cherryholmes is a genre-defying tale with strong hints of the supernatural, a story that features the stories of three misfits whose lives converge in an unlikely sweeting. Meredith Percy hasn't been showing a lot of progress at the rehab and when someone suggests that it might be because she is still clinging to her past, she risks everything and sets out to find answers. Elijah Blanchard is on his way to a funeral. Yvonne Martinez is going back home after a visit to her friend. A storm interrupts the journeys of these three...

The Serpent's Teeth

Stephen Kronwith (Stephen Kronwith)

| Reviewed by Romuald Dzemo

The Serpent's Teeth by Stephen Kronwith offers a dazzling portrait of two families and an intricate exploration of a crime mystery. Detective Jane Rieger-Franklin lives with her wife, Anna, and their two adopted daughters, Felicity and Khaleesi. They might not be the perfect family, but they keep the family unit together. Emma King runs a family that includes four grown children and the children hate Emma just as much as she hates them. Then Emma turns up dead and Jane is pulled into the investigation that will offer as many revelations about t...

Then Came Four

Edward Izzi (Cassino Publishing)

| Reviewed by Philip Zozzaro

The blistering heat of a late summer day had relinquished its grip as the evening wore on. Cynthia Young was a street walker attempting to make it through another day when she was accosted by two Detroit police officers. Their hassling transitioned into an arrest and brutal sexual assault followed by an execution-style shooting. Unfortunately, the actions taken by these two officers were not abnormal in 1960s Detroit. The actions of the “Big Four” of the 13th precinct were often excessive if not outright illegal. However, the low crime r...

The Chatter

T. R. Hamby (Amazon)

| Reviewed by Daniel Rhodes

The Chatter by T. R. Hamby is a spellbinding tale that blends elements of mystery, romance, and supernatural intrigue, a perfect read for fans of horror. The narrative follows Elise Gage, a governess seeking refuge from a haunting past, as she starts a new position with the Moreau family at Howe’s End. She teaches an adorable little boy. The story takes unexpected turns as Elise is tortured by the mysterious voices in her head. She is manipulated by Madame Moreau, and a dark secret surrounding the previous governess's death makes things even mo...

Beneath Storm Mountain

Kara Lyne Jacobson (Pegasus Publishers)

| Reviewed by Romuald Dzemo

Beneath Storm Mountain by Kara Lyne Jacobson is a captivating blend of history, fantasy, and contemporary drama that sweeps readers into a world where a seemingly innocuous golden cube unleashes a dark force upon a quiet town. The tale begins in 1810, as two Native-American boys lose the mysterious cube in a pristine lake, only for it to resurface in the present day, tempting two unsuspecting teenagers, Kale and Darren, with the promise of wealth. Meanwhile, fourteen-year-old Savannah — a half-blood facing relentless bullying in the technologic...

Red Leopard

Paul Vincent Jacuzzi (FriesenPress)

| Reviewed by Cristina Prescott

Red Leopard by Paul Vincent Jacuzzi is an enthralling geopolitical thriller that features complex plotlines involving espionage, political intrigue, and the looming nuclear crisis. Set against the backdrop of the Cuban Missile Crisis and its aftermath, the novel introduces Dalton Drake, a fearless Canadian private intelligence contractor, tasked with unraveling a sinister conspiracy that spans Cuba, Venezuela, China, and the United States. The narrative is both gripping and expansive, taking readers on a high-stakes journey across Cuba, Central...

THE OTHER SIDE OF CRISIS

BOB HERPE (Bosa Books)

| Reviewed by James Farlow

The Other Side of Crisis by Bob Herpe introduces readers to two interesting, sophisticated characters — Ernie Gravnick and Riana Dayan. Ernie is a retired police chief who finds himself targeted by the ruthless serial killer known as The Ghost, following the tragic loss of his wife. Riana, an Israeli flight attendant with a special forces background, is pursued by the vengeful brother of her former captor. Their destinies collide during a flight in which tragedy hits. Bob Herpe is a great storyteller who has the extraordinary ability to bu...

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