First time ever reading a Harlen Coben novel!

I enjoyed it. Was fast paced, interesting, and kept me hooked. I have no real complaints except it could've been a smidge shorter. Glad I didn't need to read the first book first! Ha because I had no idea it connected. Oops.

I'd recommend. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ / 5

I love looking at random piles of books 😍🥰

These are all the random books I acquired the last 2 months at all different places. Buying books is definitely a seperate hobby than reading books. 🥲😂

Reading on my tablet 😍🥰 still such a new book its not on Litsy yet. Wild!.

Such a lovely and quiet night all to myself.

From Steves own words, he details the crime he committed against his father and family friends and his unique mindset behind it. He was later found not guilty by reason of insanity. A fascinating read with insight and a perspective not often heard. I'm so captivated by it.

I don't normally read mass market authors, but let's give this one a go! I picked it up today from a local resale book shop.

Well after some research it's book 2 in a short series, but I think I can read it as a stand alone. Ugh I hate that they don't openly tell you this. This is why I don't often read mass market.

Regardless, it seems like it will be a good and quick read.

Anyone read this one yet?

A BRAND new true-crime book just released. With 1 single rating on goodreads.

It's free with Kindle unlimited. 🤯 I love being one of the first people in the world to read a book. So cool!

A narrative by Steven Anderson himself, who committed a mass shooting in New Zealand and was later found not guilty by reason of insanity. The story of event leading up to the crime and how he's coped since.

I predict a 5 star read.

Cute storyline that was ultimately different than the first book in the series.

Solid ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ star read. I think I enjoyed the drama of book 1 more.

Would absolutely read more from Tessa Bailey.

LOVED LOVED LOVED this book.

I devoured this audiobook and was visibly grinning and laughing outloud the whole time.

A cute, lighthearted read that came at a perfect time.

6 / 5 stars. Would read again

Started this one! I bet it's a great thriller but I'm not sure I'm in the mood of it right now...

Maybe because I recently finished And Then There Were None by Agatha Christie and I didn't fully realize this story is based on the classic.

I may put this on the back-burner for a bit and start a new physical read.

Listening to this true-crime audiobook. About a murder case that happened near my college town. The husband was changed for the crime but years later was found innocent. Who is the real killer?

I applied for a job with the local public defenders office and have an interview this week! Honestly, it's a crazy coincidence that this story is based there.

Well wish me luck! It's a job that matches my masters degree so well!

I can not believe I have NEVER read a Steven King novel before. How is that even possible?

I'll be reading this one as an ebook through Libby soon! I'm hyping it up.

Thoughts?

Really enjoying this one so far! 70% done on Libby audio.

A storyline going completely in reverse as a mother is forced to relive past events in an attempt to stop her son from killing someone just after his 18th birthday. Will she stop him despite more mysteries arising?

I predict a 4 star read.

Welcome to my murder mystery section of my bookshelf. 🕵‍♂️💀👀

Yes, that is a skull book divider. The other half matches. And yes I'm obsessed with it.

Crazy! I never really rate books low. Out of 190 books I rated... only these 4 were rated ⭐️⭐️. No 1 stars.

Hmmm. What were some of your lowest rated books.

Blossom on Winter was soooooo uncomfortable and gave me such icky vibes. Looking back that should be 1 star.

Excellent start to the book, really grabbed my attention. But soon started to flop.

The way the author wrote about trauma / victim care made no sense. It's 2023. There's research everywhere. Along with the unnecessary trauma dumping that had no relation to the plot. Not a great choice.

The ending was a bit far fetched and i only liked 1 character. Although, I did like the storyline and the short chapters.

Solid 2 stars for me.

I have discovered my favorite style of non-fiction writing. Gut-wrenching situations written from the perspective of a journalist. I've read 3 books in this format and I gave all of them 5 🌟.

Do you have other similar recommendations?

Also, if you really get to know me, you would soon learn that I don't shut about about American Prison. It is infuriating yet somehow shocking. I promote it constsntly especially because I work with offenders.

My reading spot today 😍😍😍 a local spot just 10 minutes from my apartment. So peaceful.

Loving this book so far. Read half the book yesterday! 📖 Creepy and intriguing, with unreliable narrators. The only thing is I don't quite like the characters or some of the plotlines from the standpoint of victim rights... makes no sense to me.

But nonetheless I'm enjoying this!

Been reading in my car with the windows down the last 2 hours. My porch isn't set up yet and it is too beautiful of a day to be inside.

Not too weird of a place to read by any means, but where is the weirdest place you have read?

This book is creeepy so far yikes. But definitely a quick read that is keeping my interest.

Incredible writing, Madeline Miller does not disappoint. I listened to this on audio.

An excellent retelling of Circe and other Greek mythology stories. I will say I did not expect the ending.

Solid read. 4.5 stars. 🌟🌟🌟🌟

My newest book hold on Libby came in!! This is my book club pick this month for my small friend group.

Who's read it? The plot line sounds so intriguing!

A mother is trying to stop her teenage son from becoming a murderer, but she always too late. Stuck in a time loop trying to stop the inevitable.—how did it get to that point? And why?

Ooooh sounds SO GOOD. I haven't read a contemporary mystery thriller in way too long.

Loving this book so far. 70% done. And the way Madeline Miller references Achilles and Patroclus's love story. 😭😭 I was not ready.

A fierce and feminist retelling of Homer's The Oddessy.

Still SLOWLY chugging along with this book. On page 384 out of 528. The rest is exhibits (seen above).

A good read but boyyy is this long. Been reading this for 2 years but I always come back to it!

Incredible. Bravo to Agatha. Just wow. So well planned and executed. The ending was perfect with her signature amount of cleverness.

How have I not read this sooner!!

Also, who knew there was a video game?! I can very much understand why people are obsessed with this book and the murder mystery theme.

5 stars 🌟

A good book and a bubble bath 🛀 📖

Does anyone else annotate books while in the tub? Haha.

70 pages left loving this so far!! ☠️ I have a guess at what's happening...... but I know I can't be right. No way.
Can't wait to finish it!

Look what finally came in after WEEKS of patiently waiting. This book has been on my tbr for so long.

I'm happy to finally have the chance to hear the story.

I love mythology retellings. I predict a 5 star read.

I'm always so honored to be a part of this litsy community. Always so welcomed, respected, and motivated.

You all bring me pure joy. There's very few things in this world that give this same sense of comfort and support.

I'll cherish this moment by saying thank you all for making this platform into what it is. 🥰🌞😍✌️💗

I found my people

@LitsyWelcomeWagon
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I've tried 3 times to get into this book both physically and audiobook. The start of the book jumps characters and time lines way too many times. It's doesn't really grasp your attention.

Now I really do think I would enjoy the second half of this book. But by this point other things are capturing my attention.i hardly got 20% of the way in.

I love taking notes and trying to solve a classic mystery book.

Do you think there's any chance I'll solve it? Hahaha little to none is my bet.

Not after how much work Agatha put into just writing this!! Incredible feat.

I saw someone made a #moodboard and I wanted to join in.

Here is a mood board dedicated to my favorite book character Mr. Sherlock Holmes. 🕵‍♂️🔎📖💀

@dabbe @AkashaVampie
#bookishmoodboard

Just finished this book. Ooooh it was spicyyy and written well.🥵

I enjoyed the writing, the character's banter, and the storyline. I can't wait for the movie!! And to read book #2.

Solid 4 star romance. 🌟 🥰

Just started this book on audio! I have the physical copy as well and may read along with the audiobook.

I'm always in the mood for a spooky read!

Reading this for the FIRST time. How?

Just a mystery thriller classic. Whos read this?

Just started this one. I haven't read a romance novel in a while!

Has anyone read this one?

A nice change of pace with this read.

Transported me to a new culture and beautifully described places far from Ilinois.

No complaints just wanted a tiny bit more spark. 4 stars.

I did not expect to like this book as much as I did!

I loved it, although I think I did enjoy the movie just a tiny bit more. Which doesn't often happen.

4 star read!

I will always reccomended this book.

The story is incredible and the ending is tear worthy. Read it 3 years ago and I still think about this.

5 stars now and forever.
There is a slow start so don't let that put you off.

Just finished this book. I am SOBBING at this ending. 🥺 and I can't tell you why without ruining it.

This was so good, especially the last 50 pages. I don't think I have ever reacted to a book this deeply before.

12/10 highly recommend.

7 students are lost and scared of the world until one day their bedroom mirrors shine brightly. One by one they enter a lonely castle. Their mission is to find a single key to unlock one single wish.

My friends have recommended me these books to read in the next year! A selected few of these I would not have pick for myself, so I am excited to see how I end up rating them.

What were some of your favorites from this list?

My current read for my bookclub with friends. This was my pick this month. ?

"Would you share your deepest secrets to save a friend?

In a tranquil neighbourhood of Tokyo, seven teenagers wake to find their bedroom mirrors are shining.
At a single touch, they are pulled from their lonely lives to a wondrous castle. They are confronted with a set of clues leading to a hidden room where one of them will be granted a wish."

"I sometimes think I want to write a book of my life
So that when I meet you - or anyone new - I can hand it over and you can read it
Instead of trying to read me.
You can take it away and decide whether it's worth giving me your time.
You can think about if, the next time we are walking towards
each other, you'll smile without slowing down"

The quotes in this book speak to my soul. I predict a 5 star read.

Starting this one on audio.

Somedays I like books more than people and can immediately relate to this main character. There is a mystery about Loveday Cardew's past and she seemly has a secret admirer who is questioning her secrets. 📚

Wow! Can we appreciate this cover. 😍 Stumbled upon this gem on Libby.

Gonna start this audiobook. It's a historical-fiction mystery with a female heroin detective. The story is set in 19th century Poland.

I love Agatha Christie and Shelock Holmes so I should enjoy this one.

Very 50/50 for me. I did enjoy the mystery and the cultish vibes this book gave off.

I didn't love it because I had no connection to any of the characters and it was very limited setting wise. I was expecting a much cooler ending so it definitely fell flat for me at the very end.

3 stars / 5

Okay but this book was sooooo goood. I loved everything about this and CHAUNCEY stop. He was so cute. 😭😭😭 The audiobook is the way to go to hear the funny and sweet character voices.

Although, I immediately ordered a hard cover so I can reread it and tab all my favorite quotes. (There's a lot)

A 7/5 star read. One of the top 2 I've read all year. !

An absolute 5 star listen! Yes queen. Good for you.

Loved this one.

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