Have you ever picked up a book that made you question your own sanity? That’s exactly what happened to me when I stumbled upon “Dear Child” by Romy Hausmann. As a writer who’s always on the hunt for stories that push boundaries, I was intrigued when a fellow author at a recent workshop described it …
Have you ever picked up a book that you just couldn’t put down, even as it made your skin crawl? That’s exactly what happened to me with A.R. Torre’s “Every Last Secret.” As a writer always on the lookout for compelling narratives, I stumbled upon this psychological thriller during a late-night browsing session on my …
Have you ever picked up a book that promised to be a thrilling page-turner, only to find yourself completely consumed by it, unable to put it down even as the clock ticks well past midnight? That’s exactly what happened to me with Freida McFadden’s “The Surrogate Mother.” As a writer myself, I’m always on the …
As I curled up in my favorite armchair, a steaming mug of Vietnamese coffee in hand, I couldn’t help but feel a shiver of anticipation. Riley Sager’s “The Only One Left” had been beckoning to me from my ever-growing to-read pile, its Gothic-inspired cover whispering promises of dark secrets and thrilling twists. Little did I …
Have you ever read a book that made you feel like you were holding your breath for 321 pages straight? That’s exactly how I felt when I dove into Emma Donoghue’s “Room.” As a writer myself, I’m always on the hunt for novels that push the boundaries of storytelling, and boy, did this one deliver …
Have you ever picked up a book that you thought would be a simple distraction, only to find it consuming your thoughts for days after you’ve finished it? That’s exactly what happened to me with Kimberly McCreight’s “Reconstructing Amelia.” I stumbled upon this gem while browsing the mystery section of my local bookstore, looking for …
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Have you ever found yourself trapped in a snowstorm, cut off from the world, with only strangers for company? That’s exactly how I felt when I dove into Shari Lapena’s “An Unwanted Guest” on a quiet Sunday afternoon. As a mystery writer myself, I’m always on the hunt for novels that can make my pulse …
Have you ever had a book grab you by the collar and refuse to let go? That’s exactly what happened to me with Lisa Unger’s “Confessions on the 7:45.” As I sit here, still reeling from the final pages, I can’t help but marvel at how a chance recommendation led me down this thrilling rabbit …
As I closed the final page of David Ellis’s “Look Closer,” I couldn’t help but chuckle at the irony. Here I was, a mystery writer who prides herself on crafting intricate plots, completely blindsided by this masterpiece of deception. It’s not often that a book makes me question my own skills, but Ellis’s psychological thriller …
Have you ever picked up a book that you just couldn’t put down, even as the clock ticked well past midnight? That’s exactly what happened to me with Ruth Ware’s “The It Girl.” As a writer always on the lookout for compelling narratives, I was instantly drawn to this psychological thriller set against the backdrop …