Review: A Killer's Code

A Killer's Code by Isabella Maldonado
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Release Date: 21st January 2025

Firstly I said I wasn't going to jump into the middle of a series this year, but this one slipped through the net, but in all fairness, I didn't feel like I needed to have listened to/read the previous books, it felt like it made a good stand alone story, which I would happily read more in this series.

A fast-paced thriller, with a strong female character, in this multiple POV novel, that is gripping to listen to and had me wanting to listen to it at every opportunity.

I liked the characters and the jumping timelines and points of view, really moved the story along, creating suspense and intrigue. This book is action packed, whilst also staying very human, with real heart.

I can't wait to read more in this series.

Thank you NetGalley and the publishers, Thomas & Mercer for this ARC.

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Review: A Killer's Code

A Killer's Code by Isabella Maldonado
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

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Review: The Book Club

The Book Club by C.J. Cooper
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

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Review: Always on My Mind

Always on My Mind by Carys Green
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Release Date: 27th Febraury 2025

4.5 Stars rounded up

YOU CAN HEAR HIS EVERY THOUGHT... BUT HE CAN HEAR YOURS TOO.

Never again wonder where they are
Never again doubt their feelings for you
Know your partner intimately
OneMind: for the ultimate closeness

In a modern tech advanced world, Anna is a traditional girl, who doesn't understand tech, whereas her husband Elijah always has to have the latest gadget before getting bored of it. So when Elijah announces that he wants them to get a Unity, OneMind chip, Anna is reluctant to say the least.

A chip in which you can hear each others thoughts! What could possibly go wrong? What secrets will be unearthed?

I don't want to give too much away, but safe to say we all have parts of us we don't fully share with others and thoughts we wouldn't want others to hear, but when you are hiding secrets this is amplified.

This book is so well written and really delves into the idea of sharing all your private thoughts every waking moment with your partner. The characters are believable, in their flaws and thinking, touching on controlling behaviours, obsession and idolisation.

This is such a compelling read I was hooked and didn't want to put it down. Such a great concept for a book and really well executed.

Thank you NetGalley and the publishers for this ARC.

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Review: Always on My Mind

Always on My Mind by Carys Green
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Review: After the Storm

After the Storm by G.D. Wright
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

4.5 stars

Two children went into the sea. Only one came out alive.

What a debut novel! Absolutely heart wrenching!
I knew it would be so kept putting off reading it, until I felt ready and then decided the audiobook was possibly the better option to go for, mainly because I can't read when I'm crying.

This is such a well written book about the human condition, we all make mistakes and how those split second decisions can have grave consequences.

I find the characters to be believable, raw and honest in their grief and behaviour. This book had me gripped and I couldn't stop listening to it, even though at times it was harrowing.

If this is G.D Wright's debut novel, I can't wait to read what he releases next.

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Review: After the Storm

After the Storm by G.D. Wright
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

4.5 stars

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Review: January Thaw

January Thaw by Jess Lourey
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

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Review: Booked for Murder

Booked for Murder by P. J. Nelson
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

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Review: Sweat

Sweat by Emma Healey
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a hard hitting book!

Cassie is a personal trainer who works at a gym, when her coercive, controlling ex, Liam comes through the door and she is asked to work with him. Plot twist he is now registered blind.

This is a story of a toxic relationship that is handled so delicately and sensitively, with a dash of humour, in the right places.

Thank you NetGalley and the publishers for this ARC.

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Review: Sweat

Sweat by Emma Healey
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

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Review: The Survivors

The Survivors by Caroline Mitchell
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A fatal car crash with only one witness—but is she telling the truth?

What a twisty, disturbing thriller this is... WOW!

This story is told from 3 points of view and with each point of view comes more shocking twists and turns, this one had me unable to stop listening.

When Finn takes her baby to visit her aunt Maura in Ireland after her mother dies, she has a car accident on a windy cliff top road and hits another mother and baby. Only one baby survives the accident, but which one?

This is a dark psychological thriller which touches on a lot of triggers, so be warned, but if that is your thing, then you'll love this book as it's non-stop and just when you think you've got a handle on what's going on, bam another surprise, right until the end of the book. It keeps you hooked and the tension just keeps building.

Thank you NetGalley and the publishers for this ARC.

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Review: The Inheritance

The Inheritance by Trisha Sakhlecha
My rating: 4 of 5 stars



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