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    March Wrap Up

    March 31, 2022

    March — you leaving us? So soon? I can’t believe it. Time flies by especially when you’re reading good books. And this month, every book was a winner. I focused on reading one book a week and I hit my goal. Yay me! But don’t celebrate me, celebrate the great selection of books below. Have you read any of them…

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    Max Allan Collins Satisfies The Whodunnit Cravings in Girl Can’t Help it 

    March 13, 2020

    Since reading the first book, ‘Girl Most Likely,’ in the Krista Larson series, by Max Allan Collins, I was waiting with elation for him to drop the second book. Lo-and-behold my wait was over, because on March 10th, Collins released ‘Girl Can’t Help It,’ book II and I’m here to tell you that’s a knockout.

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    The Beekeeper of Aleppo is This Summer Most Brilliant Book 

    July 23, 2019

    The Beekeeper of Aleppo is the type of book that will stay with you forever. I understand that my statement is bold, but this book deserves it. It’s daunting and beautiful. I fell in love with the characters and their pain was mine. Their suffering was mine. Their story was too. What Christi Lefteri has done – is write a story that…

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    Buried by Ellison Cooper Is A Bone Chilling Thriller 

    July 16, 2019

    I love a good thriller, and this month I certainly found Ellison Cooper’s Buried to be bone-chilling. No seriously! I slept with the lights on one night when I was a few chapters in the book.

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    The Russian by Ben Coes is Brutally Intense 

    July 10, 2019

    New York Time Bestselling author Ben Coes’ latest book ‘The Russian’ is explosive, noir and a heart attack on a page. He writes the type of books that speak to my heart – espionage with plots that drop me in the middle of the action in a foreign country. I can’t resist. ‘The Russian’ is Coes’ new series featuring Rob Tacoma,…

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    Best Selling Author Caz Freat is Back with Stone Cold Heart

    July 8, 2019

    The brilliant Caz Frear, Sweet Little Lies, is back with Stone Cold Heart on sale since July 2nd. Cat Kinsella whom we met in Sweet Little Lies, is back too working on a new case still balancing her complicated professional and personal life. Cat is investigating the murder of an Australian woman Naomi Lockhart, whose murder is full of gaps…

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    June Wrap Up 

    July 1, 2019

    Holy Smokes! Looking over the list of wonderful books I read in June, a theme is jumping out, screaming military combat and spy chasing, all of which are in my wheelhouse. If you are searching for your next thrilling read, then the books below won’t disappoint you.

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    Recursion is A Mind-Bending Trip 

    June 11, 2019

    I still can’t figure out what happened? I’m not a sci-fi fan. I checked and then double checked my library and I’m the proud owner of none sci-fi books in my collection…till now, of course. Recursion by Blake Crouch, published on June 7th, is taking the publishing world by a storm, rightfully so, may I gallantly add. I’m not sure…

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    Saying Goodbye To Beloved Book Series Is Like Death In The Family

    June 4, 2019

    So here we are the last book by Dean Koontz in the Jane Hawk’s series is out, which means we have to say goodbye to Jane. It’s a long and sorrow goodbye. I’ve read all the books in the series and it hit me hard when I find out “The Night Window” will the last.

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    Tom Clancy’s New Op-Center Sting Of The Wasp Is Not For The Faint of Hearts 

    June 3, 2019

    I have been a Tom Clancy fan since forever. His character Jack Ryan, now a heart-pounding show on Amazon Prime, is probably one of my top five action characters of all time. His latest book, ‘Op-Center Sting of the Wasp’ came out on May 28th and it was a featured book on my May TBR list.

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    Extra! Extra! Extra! Anthony Horowitz’s New Book ‘Sentence Is Death’ Is A Knockout

    May 28, 2019

    May is quickly slipping away quicker than quick sand and I’m plowing through my May tbr list. With only a hand full of days left before we officially enter June, I had the pleasure of reading some outstanding nonfictions and just as many fiction novels in May. If you are looking for a scandalous murder mystery ala Sir Arthur Conan Doyle,…

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    “Moscow Rules” The Best Nonfiction of The Year? Quite Possibly

    May 21, 2019

    ‘Moscow Rules‘ by Tony Mendez and Jonna Mendez is out today and I have to say I couldn’t be happier. The book is a thrill ride for spy nerds such as myself who simply wish to read and learn about everything spy related. The book offers an intimate look of how the CIA ran agents and collected information behind the lines…

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    The Never Game By Jeffery Deaver Brings To Readers A Twisted Plot

    May 16, 2019

    The Never Game, by Jeffery Deaver, hit the store on May 14th and I finished reading it, breathlessly, in the span of a few days. I hung on every word, devouring the pages. Colter Shaw is that character I want to read about. He’s a private eye (don’t you dare call him that), who lives in an RV, going from state to…

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    The Killer Across The Table Is Chilling True Crime

    May 8, 2019

    Last week I finished reading The Killer Across The Table, by world renowned FBI criminal profiler John Douglas (The Mindhunter) and Mark Olshaker. Douglas examines four notorious serial killers in his latest well-written and thought-provoking book.

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    New May Releases

    April 29, 2019

    May is a day away, which means a new batch of thrillers and true crime books is about to drop. I think this month is shaping up to be exciting for book lovers. The below books are the ones I am currently reading or on my to read list. Which book in May you can’t wait to read?

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    The Lazarus Files: A Riveting Account of Sherri Rasmussen’s Cold Case Murder Investigation

    April 27, 2019

    I haven’t slept well the past few nights because I stayed up pass my bedtime to read and finish The Lazarus Files, by the non-fiction writer, Mathew McGough, out on April 30th. I simply couldn’t bring myself to put the book down. Occasionally I would let out ‘Oh My Gosh – did they really,’ or ‘the poor thing,’ most often I…

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    Girl Most Likely is Whodunnit Murder Mystery Done Right

    April 20, 2019

    When I found out that Max Allan Collins is coming out with a new book, ‘Girl Most Likely,’ pub date April 1, 2019 I rushed to check it out. As most of you know by now I devour crime books, espionage, mystery and suspense. And when I got my hands on a copy of Collins’ hotly anticipated Girl Most Likely…

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    Cold Woods By Karen Katchur Serves Up Surprises and Shock

    April 17, 2019

    I LOVED reading Cold Woods by Karen Katchur. Still jolted by the spin and turns of the book.

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    The Night Window by Dean Koontz

    April 10, 2019

    The #1 New York Times Best Selling Author, Dean Koontz, returns with a new Jane Hawk‘s novel. The Night Window, will be the last in the Jane Hawk’s series or at least that’s what we know for now. The novel is a gripping thriller of conspiracy and vengeance, I can’t wait to read. A long time Koontz fan, I was extraordinarily excited…

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    Four Thrillers To Get Excited For in 2019

    January 18, 2019

    I wanted to share with you my reading list of four thrillers I can’t wait to read in 2019. The books range from authors I have read, but would love to discover and several old-time favorites whose work I admire.

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I set out to read one book a week in March and hit I set out to read one book a week in March and hit my goal! The March book stack was especially good. What goals are you working toward this year? 

Read the post in the bio link 📚

#bookstagram #marchtbr #book #bookrecommendations #thebookexperiment
Guys! Going Dark is officially two years old today Guys! Going Dark is officially two years old today and I can’t believe it! It’s been such a beautiful journey. If you want to grab a copy click the link in my bio! 

#thebookexperiment #goingdark #bookstagram #tbr #tbrpile #book #booktok #happybookbirthday
🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸 #memorialday #memorialda 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

#memorialday #memorialday🇺🇸 #selfie #america #remember #thankyou
Thank you to our servicemen for their sacrifice. Thank you to our servicemen for their sacrifice. 

#memorialday #memorialdayweekend #memorialday🇺🇸 #remeber #thankyou #america
Just a perfect day...to read. Come rain or shine I Just a perfect day...to read. Come rain or shine I aways have a book near by. What does your perfect Sunday afternoon looks like? 

#thebookexperiment #bookstagram #books #mystery #crime #read #readmorebooks #reading #jamespatterson #alexcross
Well...hello there 🌞 how you been? Sure missed Well...hello there 🌞 how you been? Sure missed ya! I’m beyond happy that we are only a few short weeks away from being at the pool ❤️ how about you? What are you happy/excited/looking forward to? 

#thebookexperiment #bookstagram #books #bookish #mystery #writer #writersofinstagram #writersofig #summervibes #summer
Who else’s house is a complete mess but you are Who else’s house is a complete mess but you are one more page pls? 🙋‍♀️

What books got you away from the real world today? I’m ready @jamespattersonbooks women’s murder club series and I can’t put the books down. 

This girl likes what she likes, am I right? 📚

#bookstagram #read #readersofinstagram #jamespatterson #womensmurderclub #thebookexperiment #book #booklover #mystery #thriller
I’m in the market to grab a few new true crime. I’m in the market to grab a few new true crime. But I can’t decide they all sound interesting 🤷‍♀️I posted this/that in my story if you want to help me decide 🙃

#truecrime #bookstagram #thebookexperiment #newbooks #read #tuesday #motivation #tbr #thriller
Is it bed time yet? Because I can’t wait to star Is it bed time yet? Because I can’t wait to start reading ‘at any cost’ out today. What’s the best non fiction you’ve read this year? 

#atanycost #thebookexperiment #bookstagram #book #booklover #nonfiction #pubday #readersofinstagram #read #truecrime #booksbooksbooks
Can’t think of anything better than a nice cup o Can’t think of anything better than a nice cup of coffee and a great book by your side. My heart is content 📖 

#spring #springiscoming #bookstagram #bookstagrammer #booksbooksbooks #thebookexperiment #booklover #bookish #mystery #thriller #reading #selflove
Happy Easter peeps 🐣 #easter #happyeaster #fa Happy Easter peeps 🐣 

#easter #happyeaster #family #familytime  #blessed #2021
My weekend read 😎 #noaprilsfooljoke #april #sp My weekend read 😎

#noaprilsfooljoke #april #spring #bookstagram #thebookexperiment #books #bookstagramcommunity #newbook #tbr #mystery #suspense #crimereads
On a recent trip to Walmart I picked up shadow of On a recent trip to Walmart I picked up shadow of the dragon by Tom Clancy and I’m glad I did. It’s been an entertaining weekend read. What’s everyone else reading? 

#tomclancy #shadowofthedragon #bookstagram #books #bookish #readersofinstagram #read #reading #fortheloveofreading
#beverlycleary has passed away at the age of 104. #beverlycleary has passed away at the age of 104. My eldest grew up reading her books and loved them. 

#reading #books #legacy #kids #youngreaders #bookstagram #bookstagrammer #readersofinstagram #read #rip #remember
Well the sun is finally out folks! I was able to t Well the sun is finally out folks! I was able to take my first walk for 2021 and it felt so good to be out of the house. 

Any big traveling plans in 2021? 

#bookstagram #reading #readingtime #thebookexperiment #wednesday #new #book #bookish #booklovers #action #thriller
Last night I finished this gem and phew it was a w Last night I finished this gem and phew it was a wonderful ride. 

In my early years as a reader i stayed away from #stephenkingbooks cuz I couldn’t sleep as it was. I didn’t need any books or movies to freak me out. 

But if you haven’t read #onwriting by him than you should. Lots of great advice and life stories he shares with readers.

What your favorite books by him? 

#monday #bookstagram #thebookexperiment #reading #writingcommunity #writersofinstagram #authorsofinstagram #author #authorslife #authorsofig
Are you the organize type? Sticky notes, planners, Are you the organize type? Sticky notes, planners, phone reminders  and such? I fall somewhere in between. 

I especially love my new planner and I’m happy to report I’ve been keeping up with my daily goals 📝

How do you keep on track? 

#thebookexperiment #bookstagram #books #organize #planner #selfmotovation #organized #deadline
If you’re a procrastinator or a last minute enth If you’re a procrastinator or a last minute enthusiast like me 🤦‍♀️than you’re rushing around buying your sweetheart a gift 🎁 

FYI Gray Man Series are all under $10 and you can load their e-reader with books they’d actually love. 

Do you go all out in Valentines Day? 

#valentinesday2021 #graymanseries #action #bookstagram #deals #amazonfinds #kindlebooks #books #booklover #thebookexperiment
Happy Galantine Day 💐Ladies Today is to remin Happy Galantine Day 💐Ladies 

Today is to remind ourselves to love yourself a little extra, sit back relax or not if that’s not your thing but don’t forget to be kind to yourself. Everything can wait till tomorrow or Monday 🤪 for me. 

I’m gonna have that dance party with the kids I’ve been promising them brb 

#galentinesday #love #selflove #selfie #girlpower #thebookexperiment
There are some new booksta friends on here and I w There are some new booksta friends on here and I wanted to introduce myself and say Hello and thank you for following me! I love the bookstagram community. it has been so kind to me especially last year with COVID and everything else. 

•I’m a writer and I published my first novel ‘Going Dark’ in 2020, a month before COVID 
•I’m an introvert and I’m happiest surrounded by books and my people 
•I’m lucky to be married to my best friend and the sweetest hubby 
•I have three precious babies 
• I love summer. I swear I was born to live somewhere tropical. I don’t. 
• I was a ballroom dancer and I still dance when no ones watching 
 • I read crime, mystery, true crime, espionage and non fiction, mostly. 
• I don’t own a single romance novel (what’s that all about?) 
• I’m a life long runner 
• I’ve struggled with dyslexia but I’ve come along way and overcome a lot (hello I’m a writer) if you suffer from #dyslexia you aren’t alone 
• I’m an amateur podcaster (the book experiment) - my 2021 goal is to post more episodes for you.
• I’ve always wanted to be a painter but I only know how to draw stick figures. 
• Healthy cooking is my passion. Baking too! A little butter can’t hurt us, right? 
• I interned for CBS Evening News, the foreign desk and I was a journalist for 10+ years. 
• I quit on a whim and started to write full time, best professional decision I’ve ever made. 

I’m happy we’re part of the same book sharing community. Now it’s your turn — wave 👋, I’d love to know you. 

#authorsofinstagram #author #meettheartist #authorlife #authorsofinsta #authorsofig #writing #writinglife #intro #amwriting #thrillerbooks #thrillerreads #thrillers #thebookexperiment #goingdark #bookstagram #books #readersofinstagram
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