When the Wolf Comes Home by Nat Cassidy

The review praises Nat Cassidy’s horror novel "When the Wolf Comes Home" for its unique plot and emotional depth. It centers on Jess, a relatable protagonist, and a troubled boy facing terrifying realities. The fast-paced story explores fear's impact on individuals, making it both unsettling and compelling. The reviewer rates it an 8/10.

The Mad Wife by Meagan Church

The Mad Wife by Meagan Church explores the struggles of a 1950s housewife, Lulu Mayfield, navigating mental health within societal expectations. As Lulu faces personal crises, her neighbor's mysterious presence amplifies her insecurities. The novel delves into the complexities of womanhood, identity, and the psychological toll of conformity, ultimately offering a reflective commentary on the era.

Mercy by Jodi Picoult

At its core, this novel asks one massive question, is it ever okay to kill someone you love if they ask you to? From that point on, Picoult does what she does best: she complicates it. Morally, legally, emotionally, and relationally. No angle is left untouched, which is both the book’s biggest strength and, at times, its biggest weakness.

The Boyfriend by Freida McFadden

Sydney Shaw is single, unlucky in love, and exhausted by the dating scene. When she meets Tom, charming, attentive, successful, and seemingly perfect, it feels like she’s finally caught a break. Their relationship moves quickly, but not so fast that it feels unrealistic. In fact, that’s part of what makes this book work: everything feelsplausible. But then women in the city start disappearing. And suddenly, the question isn’t whether Sydney has found the right guy, it’s whether she’s made a catastrophic mistake.

The Ex by Freida McFadden

In "The Ex," Freida McFadden explores themes of jealousy and insecurity within relationships. Despite a gripping narrative and emotional tension, the plot can become convoluted, making it hard to follow. The climax reveals deeper issues with character motivations, leaving readers perplexed. Overall, it’s an intriguing but messy psychological thriller.

I Was a Teenage Slasher by Stephen Graham Jones

For this review, we’re diving into something a little bloody, a little chaotic, and a whole lot of fun, I Was a Teenage Slasher by Stephen Graham Jones. This is the second of his books I’ve read, and while it didn’t hit quite as hard for me as the others, it was still an entertaining and surprisingly emotional read. Honestly, slasher stories are always a little silly, and this one leans into that in the best way possible.

The Family Experiment by John Marrs

Hello, beautiful people, welcome to a new review! For this review, I get into The Family Experiment by John Marrs. I believe this will be my first time reviewing a John Marrs book, and I do think this was the first of his that I have read, but it isn’t the last. I am hoping… Continue reading The Family Experiment by John Marrs

Blood Meridian or the Evening Redness in the West by Cormac McCarthy

For this review, I get into my third Cormac McCarthy book, Blood Meridian or the Evening Redness in the West. A difficult, dense, and frankly brutal book that is downright fantastic from start to finish. It’s a tough one in both the plot and how it's presented, but if you take the time to really get into it and think, it’s a great read to pick up.

Under the Banner of Heaven by Jon Krakauer

Under the Banner of Heaven is a dynamic investigative true crime novel in which our author takes us through the history of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, and the murder of Brenda and Erica Lafferty a mother and daughter who were killed by Brenda’s husband Allen’s brothers Ron and Dan.

One Perfect Couple by Ruth Ware

For this review, I get into One Perfect Couple by Ruth Ware, a twisty and interesting mystery following along contestants on a dating reality show. I really enjoyed the unique plot and the full but interesting cast of characters.