Ohhhh okay now this is my kinda spooky season story. 🌚👹🕴🏽

A small town being terrorized by a madman, a serial killer on the loose and he's only getting started.

A psychological crime thriller that will be nightmare inducing!

#LMPBC round 3

A hard hitting book about cultural superstitions, unbreakable bonds, destiny, family conflict, and a forbidden romance.

A brilliant read. I don't know how the author was able to organize all of these different elements and still present them beautifully.

A solid 4 star read as I had to rush through the ending a bit. This books deserves a reread to capture all the nuances of the story and characters.

I would love to see this as a movie.

My dad is a drummer and we bond over our love for The Foo Fighters and Mr. Grohl.

So so happy we got to see them in concert a few years ago. 💗 RIP Taylor. 🙏

Great entertaining audiobook so far!

Working my way through this audiobook 😍🥰

I can definitely see where the hype is. I'm really enjoying it so far about 40% done.

Started this work of art 😍 I mean the cover is just stunning. This was my pick for this months bookclub with my friends.

A gorgeous piece of magical realism. A story of forbidden love, adventure, superstition, danger, mystery, and ambition.

I predict this will be my favorite read of the year so far.

Solid 3.5 stars here! A creepy thriller that kept me guessing!

I enjoyed the story line overall but I was hoping for a more engaging ending / polt twist to lead into the next book in the series.

The real bummer for me was how he wrote his characters. I was unable to relate to any of them personally.

Hope you enjoy it. Sending it to on to you @HeathHof #LMPBC

Oh noo! I think I sent my book to @rsteve388 instead of @heathhoff. It's been days and I just now realized. Oh no I'm so sorry. I messed that up. I was sick and sent someone to mail it for me without thinking.

Since I'm #3 I should've sent to #4.....

Also @Maggie4483 I have not received your book yet I don't believe.

If you like a novel with mystery, travel, magic, a history of tarot cards and a love story that spans over centuries this is the story for you!

This kept my attention the whole way through. I loved it.

#letterF #alphebetgame @Alwaysbeenaloverofbooks

Enjoying this book for a 2nd time. One of my favorites.

This time I'm listening to it over Libby but I will say I loved reading the physical book more. The details of the story and of the characters just felt more meaningful.

But absolutely
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️🌟

Nothing like a funny yet shocking short story collection to read between your other long reads.

Solid 4 stars from me.

#letterE #alphebetgame @Alwaysbeenaloverofbooks

Loved the dualing timelines of this story and the realism and the chillingness of the writing.

An excellent historical fiction novel that is now being made into a TV show..... maybe with Keanu Reeves. Uhm yes please. 😏

#letterD #alphebetgame @Alwaysbeenaloverofbooks

I'm sorry but this has to be my pick!

Oh man, I loved reading only the super embarrassing stories and then just laughing and celebrating that it wasn't me in that situation!

This and the teen magazines were life. 😅

#letterC #alphebetgame @Alwaysbeenaloverofbooks

Another brilliant piece of non-fiction. A journalist documents life, death, and hope of people living in a Mumbi Undercity. Katherine shares the story of individuals who experience these wretched and inhumane living conditions.

I studied this book in undergrad. Another must read. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

#letterB #Alphabetgame @Alwaysbeenaloverofbooks

A brilliant piece of undercover investigative journalism centering on the history and ultimately the systematic trauma within for-profit prisons. He is the first person to publicly exploit this failing system.

Yes, the book is as captivating and eye-opening as the decription above. I was hooked from page 1. A must read. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

#letterA #alphebetgame @Alwaysbeenaloverofbooks

Finally! Finally reading this masterpiece.

Shoutout to Libby for having this graphic novel on the app. I'm already so in love with it and I know I will cry at the end. Tears of happiness if you will. ❤

Can we just admire this book cover. Brilliant a 200 / 10 and the story inside? I bet it will be right up my alley.

I love dark science and curious death stories like this. I predict a 5 star listen.

I need to order a copy for my shelf!

I appreciate some good sleuthing and a fresh perspective on unsolved murders and on some likely wrongful convictions. An interesting yet troubling recap of murders that occurred in the 1900s. Combining fact and research Bill James possibly identifies The Man from the Train.

This was long and repetitive via audiobook so I give this a 3.5 stars. But I mean the effort and research that went into this I respect so i give this a thumbs up. 💯

Part 2! I like these little short stories!

Damn that ending got me! 🥲

Wow, brilliant writing and a strong theme throughout.

The questions remain who are we, what are we capable of, and how could we have done it better?

12 hours until Ansels execution as he reflects on his past as 3 females evaluate his existence.

5 out 5.

Wanting to finish this audiobook on Libby..... but wow it is long. It's been on the back burner for months and I just picked it back up again. It is very interesting but a bit repetitive.

I appreciate the speculation especially when it's surrounding unsolved crimes. A discussion on how many murders the man from the train committed across the us and how many wrongful arrests were made. Eye opening really!

@rsteve388 @Maggie4483 @HeathHof

Just finished this for my first ever #LMPBC!

Hmm I feel like this didn't quite hit the goal for a thrill read but the suspense was definitely present by the end.

I enjoy a good crime fiction every once in while and I was not disappointed by this at all. It kept me intrigued but it was a bit long. Which scares me because the next books in the series are even longer! 😳

Solid 4.25 star. Hope you like it too!

Solid ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

The audiobook kept me intrigued but there was no wow factor ultimately because the story connected too smoothly to have any major plot twist. I liked the ending but it definitely left me wanting more.

Overall I enjoyed it and would read more from this author.

Listening to this on Audible.

Only reading thriller / creepy books this month. Halloween is my favorite season and I'm celebrating a few months early. ☠️🌚🔎🖤🕵‍♀️👻 or as the call it summerween.

I mean WOW. I'm not sure how to process this book.

A modern day women who get pulled back into slavery and is on a mission to honor her values, her ancestry, and to save a young boy.

I had to battle my own morals and ask myself what would I do.

Just wow! A classic must read. And a brilliant insight and discussion on interracial relationships as well. 👏

Ever so slllooowwwwllllyyyy making my way through this fascinating and spell binding book.

I currently have 2 bookmarks in it to stay on track! I love this writing style it keeps me on the edge of my seat for sure. But definitely have to read other books in between reading this so I don't lose my sanity to the house of leaves!

Started this book for my first ever round of #LMPBC.

This book has been on my shelf for 2 years!
I love the drama of a criminal investigation book so i predict a 4 star read!

When troubled model Lula Landry falls to her death from a snow-covered Mayfair balcony, it is assumed that she has committed suicide. However, her brother has his doubts, and calls in private investigator Cormoran Strike to look into the case.

Just started this historical science fiction novel. I'm listening to the audiobook and I'm only 3 chapters in but I am hooked.

Wow. This is going to be a hard hitting masterpiece. I need to prepare myself for all the emotions.

@rsteve388 @Maggie4483 @HeathHof

The choices for #LMPBC what do you think?

Just signed up for my first ever #LMPBC.

I mean I love a good marked up book! I can't wait to see what books I'll get to read! Going to be fun!

Sign up with me! Should be an interesting next few months!

@suvata

Listening to this on Libby... I actually am not liking it so far.

30% in. I'll finish the book but oof I'm not sure about this. I'm not liking the main character but I think that's the point. I'm guessing their will be dramatic character growth.

Listened to this one on Audiobook pretty decent production I would say.

Overall not my ideal genre of book but it kept my interest. I definitely thought this book would be more of a mystery but it was more fantasy and plot building. A middle of the road type of book for me no major wow moments.

I think there's also a movie being filmed for this. I'd be interested in seeing it.

3.5 stars.

Slowing working my way through this! 15% done! Hey-o!!!

Just starting work number 4: The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes. I love it. Each story is so interesting, clever, humorous, and puzzling.

Hmm I don't think I am the intended audience for this book and besides that the writing style was just odd.

I didn't like this book for many reasons. But I think the biggest reason was because the story slowed down during irrelevant parts and completely flew through the parts that were the most interesting and most relevant to the plot. I was so frustrated.

Oh and the ending.... I wanted romance, it gave nothing.

2.5 stars, sorry.

Just ordered this from my local library.

I know I will devour this. I have my masters in Forensic Psychology and I am fascinated by any topics surrounding the psyche of a criminal, of their background, of the death penalty, and of media surrounding true crime.

This is a fictional story of a man evaluting his life with 12 hours to live and a story of 3 women's experiences watching him grow up and chance.

I predict a 5 star read.

What an odd book so far. I can't tell if I hate it or if I'll love it. I've never read a dark fantasy book before. But it's a short listen so I'll continue with it.

It tells the story of a man who returns to Sussex for a funeral and then finds himself driving "randomly" to the scenes of his childhood. He is drawn to the Hempstock farmhouse wherein, he remembers, there lived three generations of powerful and mysterious Hempstock women.

Okay I had noooo idea this book was that 🌶🍑🍆

But I LOVED it. I couldn't get through the audiobook fast enough. The story, the characters, the representation, the spiciness.

Perfect ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

I can't wait to read the other books following the other members of Michael's family.

Definitely some funky lines in this book yet it's still struggling to keep my attention. I'll keep pushing through. I'm predicting a 3 star read.

But wow it is nice out. Not too hot, not too cold,m not too windy! So nice to get some fresh air. 🏡🌳🌤

Listening to this short and sweet audiobook.

I'm expecting a good laugh!

Finished! A story within a story with in a story. Definitely not at all what I was expecting.

To be honest, I loved the concept and the depth of the story but found myself either confused or missing details over and over. Im not even sure what happened at the end... 😪😬

I listened to it on audiobook but this classic deserves to be held physically and cherished. I'll have to read it again!

Solid 3.5 stars because I missed a lot of detail.

What 🤣🤣🤣 this so far from the plot.

Im so confused. Lmao.

A look into the capture and unmasking of The Golden State Killer and the unmasking of cold case investigator Paul Holes. This book details Paul's journey with anxiety, PTSD, and panic attacks in the aftermath of facing some of the worst crime scenes in history.

Still amazed I got to see him speak live last month at his book talk. He even signed my copy of this book!

A well-witten story focused on the consequences of reality. 4.5 stars

My bookclubs pick of the month!! This is somewhat outside my reading comfort zone but I think this will be a great book! I love the Avengers and I'm excited to see where some of the characters were inspired!

Also my local library gave me a free muffin. Heck yes. 💯

Ha got a good laugh at this one! The world be a better place by far!

What a great experience!

Met author and retired detective Paul Holes who had a hand in helping to solve the cold case of the Golden State Killer.

He had me laughing but at times he gave goose bumps across my spine. The work he has put in to help bring these many victims justice is just outstanding. But all things come with a cost, including mental health, which is what Paul discusses in his memoir.

Just released today! Can't wait to read!

Never been to a live book talk before. So excited!

Found this gorgeous reading journal at Barnes and Noble earlier today.

It's on my list to purchase soon! 😍

Single as a Pringle. HA

But seriously send help 🙄 😒

Currently at a loss for words about my feelings for this book.

I thoroughly enjoyed it and loved the suspense, but the ending and my feelings about the characters... I have no idea! Ha I'll have to sleep on it.

My book club meeting is coming up in a week so hopefully I have my thoughts in order!

Regardless, I give it a solid 4.5 🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟 I thought the writing was clever and very anxiety invoking.

What did you think?

This was my first Riley Sager! Cross that off my list!

A game of cat and mouse is about to play out. Josh is a stranger driving Charlie home from college. A stranger who may be the Campus Killer. In order to win, Charlie must do only one thing . . . survive the night.

I liked the concept of this story a lot but it definitely fell flat for me. And like the last thriller I read I found it predictable.

I was happy for the quick read.

3.5 stars.

Cozy on my couch with a book in hand!

Just picked this one up! Hoping for a quick scare!

Thoughts?