The Burning by Linda Castillo (Kate Burkholder #16)

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)

Fatal Voyage by Kathy Reichs (Temperance Brennan #4)

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.

Down the Darkest Road by Tami Hoag (Oak Knoll #3)

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.

Secrets to the Grave (Oak Knoll #2) by Tami Hoag

In "Secrets to the Grave" by Tami Hoag, the Oak Knoll series continues with Anne, Vince, and Tony facing a complex murder mystery. The book delves into the characters' relationships and trauma, weaving a dark and twisty narrative. Anne's kindness puts her in peril again, adding layers to the suspense. The gripping plot earns a 7.5/10 rating, with the reviewer expressing both enjoyment and some reservations. The mystery unfolds dynamically, keeping readers engaged, though certain character choices and outcomes provoke mixed feelings. Overall, "Secrets to the Grave" offers a hard-hitting murder mystery with intense twists.