In "Tell No Lies," the second book of the Quinn and Costa series by Allison Brennan, FBI agent Kara Quinn and LAPD detective Matt Costa investigate the mysterious death of activist Emma Perez. The novel offers a deeper, introspective exploration of trauma and secrets, enhancing character development, particularly in Quinn and Costa’s evolving partnership.
We’re back in Karin Slaughter’s world and this book had me hooked. Karin Slaughter always finds new ways to dig deeper into Will and Sara’s relationship, and This Is Why We Lied might just be one of her most emotional yet.
The review of "Bare Bones," the sixth book in the Temperance Brennan series, expresses disappointment with its convoluted plot and lack of memorable elements. The reviewer finds the intertwining mysteries confusing and feels that the series has potential yet fails to deliver engaging storytelling. They rate the book 5/10, hoping for better future installments.
Tami Hoag's "Night Sins" begins the Deer Lake series, focusing on the unsettling kidnapping of young Josh after hockey practice, shaking the small town. Central characters include his parents, Hannah and Paul, and local sheriff Mitch Holt alongside Agent Megan O'Malley. The book effectively builds tension and character depth, setting the stage for the sequel.
The Frozen Dead by Bernard Minier is a chilling mystery set in a French Pyrenees town, centering on Commandant Martin Servaz tackling a peculiar murder case involving a horse, which escalates into human deaths. The reviewer found the plot convoluted and characters unengaging, ultimately rating it 5/10, with no intention to read further in the series.
In "Grave Secrets," the fifth book in Kathy Reichs' Temperance Brennan series, Temperance investigates a series of missing girls in Guatemala, facing cultural challenges. Despite intriguing plot elements, the reviewer finds the pacing slow and the mystery less gripping compared to previous entries, ultimately rating it a 6/10.
The review explores "The Black Box" by Michael Connelly, part of the Harry Bosch series. The plot centers on detective Harry Bosch re-opening a cold case from his rookie days. The review praises Bosch's character but criticizes the overly complex mystery and the ending. Overall, it rates the book 7/10 and expresses interest in reading more from the series.
Hello beautiful people! Welcome to a new review! For this review I get into the newest release for a series I have long loved The Burning by Linda Castillo the 16th book in the Kate Burkholder series. Newley wed chief Kate Burkholder and her husband John Tomasetti are back to solve another mystery in Painters… Continue reading The Burning by Linda Castillo (Kate Burkholder #16)
In this review, the fourth book in the Temperance Brennan series by Kathy Reichs, Fatal Voyage, is critiqued. While the setting and initial suspense of a plane crash are engaging, the focus shifts abruptly to a subplot involving a dismembered foot, resulting in a less satisfying mystery. The personal connections of the protagonist to each case and the lack of character progression are also addressed, resulting in a rating of 6.5/10.
The Oak Knoll series comes to a close with "Down the Darkest Road" by Tami Hoag. The mystery of a missing daughter unfolds, but the book introduces new characters, deviating from the previous ones. The storyline follows a mother's relentless pursuit for justice, with a gripping, albeit isolated, plot, leading to a compelling conclusion.
Baddie Book Reviews 
You must be logged in to post a comment.