Editorial Reviews

Swirling subplots, stark writing and sexual tension are in high supply throughout Graveyard Shift at the Dead Letter Office by A.J. Henry. A myriad of richly formed characters and engaging story lines collide in this patiently written thriller. From bizarre religious sects, drug busts, and mysterious poisons to international conspiracies and an old flame that just won’t quit, this book packs a well-penned punch, as author Henry is equally comfortable writing about both sides of the law.

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A tantalizing mixture of space opera and vampire fiction, Shadow Eclipse: Voyage is a mind-bending trip through space and time. Protagonist Florentina Clarke is an electric heroine upon which to build a series, and Gale never takes her bizarre odyssey too seriously. Not only has Clarke been catapulted forward in time when a friend’s lab experiment goes wrong, but she’s also dealing with the symptoms of her one-night stand with a vampire, not to mention space pirates. Reality is definitely up for grabs in this raucous, cerebral, and fast-paced novel that will keep you guessing throughout.

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Subtle horror and patient storytelling underpin Into the Woods, a slow-burning 16th century thriller from Josh Soule, showing that childhood terrors don’t always remain in the past. Henry, Thomas, and John are a fascinating trio of protagonists, and this ominous tale transports readers to another time, when “monsters” roamed and superstition ruled. As the dark truth of the beast terrorizing Carn is revealed, an impossible choice must be made, one that is haunting and evocative, leaving an indelible impact after the last page is turned.

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Two unlikely lives collide in Carrie Thorne’s latest romantic ride, Running Home, the second book in her Beachside Romance series. When an ex-CIA operative takes a job at a humble antique shop run by a beautiful local girl on the coast of Maine, love seems inevitable, but this is far more than a predictable summer romance. Boasting complex characters, a decent dose of suspense, and a confidently patient author, Running Home is a charming and heartfelt story with broad appeal. The chemistry between Ronan and Payson is authentic, their interactions are electric, and readers will find themselves naturally rooting […]

Robert Thornton cooks up another exotic thriller with Lethal Paradise, bringing the indomitable Hope Allerd and the charming Clive Andrew back together for a seriously entertaining dose of danger. Driven by the same rich descriptions and quickly shifting plot lines as Thornton’s other books, this is a hard-hitting and heart-wrenching story from a writer who knows how to weave the complexities of human nature, vulnerability, and sincerity into his story and characters.

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Outlining an ambitious plan to reform and evolve the criminal justice system in America, Crime Solution: 40-year journey finding the solution to the nation’s crime problem by L.R. Kerr is eye-opening and deeply informative. Having seen the failings in the system from every conceivable angle and level, this author is uniquely qualified to make such sweeping and bold recommendations, giving the book immense authority. Combining hard facts and statistics with an unexpectedly sharp narrative voice, this book is a compelling argument that simultaneously feels both personal and impartial. A dense but fascinating read with timely implications, Crime Solution persuasively demonstrates […]

Author James Sweigert offers a simple, but powerful approach for changing your perspective and improving your outcomes in life with his first book, If You Say So: My Story and How I Changed It To Save My Life. Inspired by his own journey from tribulations to triumph, Sweigert uses the extended metaphor of a train to dissect certain aspects of life, peppering in personal anecdotes between universal advice and sage wisdom. From finding what parts compose your “engine” to analyzing what “passengers” you are bringing along your journey, the metaphor may be somewhat basic, but Sweigert delivers his guidance with […]

Author Grant Harper Reid delivers a spellbinding homage to childhood, self-discovery and New York with Harlem Bible: In The Beginning. This immersive memoir navigates the author’s unpredictable life and immediate circles of personal connection, as well as the vibrantly evolving landscape of Harlem through the middle of the 20th century. Distilling the grace of jazz and hard edges of life, while effortlessly transporting readers to a different time, Reid peels back his layers of memory with artful and brutally honest precision.

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