Dig Two Graves

Author: Sarah Engell

Genre: Psychological Thriller / Mystery

Synopsis

Eva Hegner is barely holding things together. She is grieving the loss of her stillborn daughter while also caring for her husband, who has suddenly and inexplicably become paralyzed.

Then the police arrive with more disturbing news. A grave has been vandalized and the body is missing. It soon becomes clear that this isn't an isolated incident. A series of increasingly disturbing crimes begins to unfold, with mysterious Chinese symbols connecting the crime scenes.

Eva finds herself drawn into what is happening and begins searching for answers. But the deeper she gets, the more secrets and lies she uncovers — and some truths may be better left buried.

My Review

I really enjoyed Dig Two Graves. This was a dark and unsettling psychological thriller that had me wondering where the story was going and how everything was going to come together.

I liked Eva as the main character, especially because she is dealing with so much emotionally while everything around her seems to be falling apart. The grief running through the story gives it a much heavier feel than a typical mystery and added another layer to the book for me.

The mystery itself kept me interested. There are family secrets, lies and some pretty disturbing moments along the way. Just when I thought I had an idea of what might be happening, something else would make me question it.

I also really liked the darker atmosphere of the book. It wasn't just about solving a crime. There was a lot happening beneath the surface, and I wanted to keep reading to find out how all of it was connected.

Overall, Dig Two Graves was a really enjoyable read for me. Dark, creepy and different enough to keep my attention right to the end. If you enjoy psychological thrillers with family secrets, complicated characters and a mystery that slowly reveals itself, this one is definitely worth checking out.

My Rating 

The Last Wife

Author: J.A. Baker
Genre: Psychological Thriller / Mystery

Synopsis

Fiona and her husband Neil are looking for a fresh start when they move to Winters End, an isolated community where they hope they can finally put the past behind them.

But their new beginning quickly starts to feel like anything but. The locals are secretive and far from welcoming, and it isn't long before strange and unsettling things begin happening. As Fiona becomes increasingly uncomfortable in her new surroundings, she starts to wonder why the residents of Winters End seem so determined to keep outsiders at a distance.

With tensions building and questions about the community — and her own life — beginning to surface, Fiona soon realizes that Winters End may be hiding far more than she ever imagined.

My Review

I really enjoyed The Last Wife by J.A. Baker. From the beginning, there was this uneasy feeling that something wasn’t quite right, and that kept me wanting to find out what was really going on.

I loved the isolated setting because it added so much to the atmosphere of the story. There’s a real sense of being trapped, especially as Fiona begins to realize just how many things about Winters End don’t add up. I also found myself constantly questioning who could be trusted and whether Fiona’s fears were justified.

The story does take a little time to build, but once things started coming together, the pace really picked up. There were plenty of secrets, suspicious characters and twists that kept me guessing.

Overall, The Last Wife was a dark, creepy and suspenseful psychological thriller with a setting that really added to the tension. If you enjoy thrillers where everyone seems to be hiding something, this is definitely worth a read.

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Flame: A Dark Kings Novel by Donna Grant

Thank you to NetGalley and St. Martin's Press for my advanced copy which I received in exchange for my honest review.

From the publisher:

If she believed in destiny, she would believe they were meant for each other.

But that fire was put out long ago. . .

Living among the Dragon Kings, Cain has spent lifetimes learning to distrust both mortals and Fae. He is a warrior born—and every instinct demands that he fight to keep his own kind safe. But when a fringe member of the Dark Fae contacts the Kings with an urgent warning, Cain is torn for the first time. How can he trust this beautiful creature when resisting his primal attraction to her is battle enough?

Noreen is horrified by what her kind and the malevolent Others are planning for the Dragon Kings. Dark Fae or not, there are lines she will not cross—even if it means risking her life. But she never imagined that she would risk her heart until she meets Cain. She wants him with a soul-deep desire that frightens her…and endangers them both. Is saying goodbye to everything Noreen has ever known worth a love that will span time and realms?

My review:

Donna Grant does not disappoint.

This is the latest book in the Dark Kings series. I suggest you read them in order because you don’t want to miss out on anything.  This book introduces us to Noreen, a Dark Fae who has been a member of the OTHERS. The Dragon Kings are at war with The Others who have powerful magic. Noreen, it turns out wants to shift her alliance to the Dragon Kings. Noreen falls in love with the Dragon King, Cain. Cain starts out by wanting any information he can get from Noreen but the longer they are together the more Cain falls for her as well. He just doesn’t know if he can trust her.

I enjoyed this series and can’t believe it’s almost at an end. This book is filled with so much passion and the characters very captivating. Read the series, you will not be disappointed.

   

Letters from Jayson

Arc provided by NetGalley and the author in exchange for an honest review.

Synopsis from the Author’s Website:


Lindsey is ready for a change. Shallow relationships and a dead-end job have left her longing for more, so when a rare but difficult opportunity presents itself for a promotion and temporary change of scenery, she jumps at the chance to try something new.

Jayson wants a quiet place to finish his current project. With one missed deadline behind him, he doesn’t have time for distractions and interruptions. 

When Lindsey temporarily moves into a beach house owned by her best friend’s fiancé, she finds that it’s already occupied… by Jayson. To him, she’s a nuisance and a distraction from his work. To her, he’s a conceited and bossy obstacle. Both annoyed at this unavoidable situation, they agree to make the most of their predicament and try to co-exist in peace until their work is done. But Lindsey and Jayson quickly learn there is a fine line between love and hate. Is it really possible to love someone that makes you so crazy? 



Review: 

Lindsay is a journalist, fed up with being passed over for promotions that are given to the male chauvinists she works with. She finally confronts her boss not caring if it means losing her job.  Worried that she’ll quit, he sends her on an assignment to Florida to interview the reclusive best-selling author, Jackson King.  He knows full well she’ll encounter many challenges along the way. 

Lindsay’s best friend’s fiancé offers her his place to stay but he fails to tell her she’ll have a roommate, Jayson. Neither one is happy to have to share the same space, but they tolerate each other by communicating via letters.  Their love story begins.

I enjoyed this book quite a bit. It’s funny and it’s a light-hearted.  I have read many self-published books but not one as good as this one. Characters are well developed and the storyline is fairly solid. You will want to read it non-stop.

Highly recommend.