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Services Rendered The Cases of Dan Shamble, Zombie P.I. by Kevin J. Anderson WordFire Press Mystery & Thrillers , Sci Fi & Fantasy Pub Date 15 Nov 2018 Review Kevin J Anderson has a gift for writing fantasy that leaves you laughing out loud. Services Rendered features Anderson’s renowned PI, Dan Shamble, oops Chambeaux, a zombie investigator working in the Unnatural Quarter, Sheyenne his ghostly gf/office manager, Robin Deyer a lawyer who wants justice for all monsters, and

Slay Bells: A Christmas Village Mystery by T.C. Wescott BooksGoSocial Mystery & Thrillers Pub Date 23 Nov 2018 Review Christmas is upon us once again, the cold winter nights making us long for a warm blanket and a cozy read. Slay Bells is the perfect choice for readers tired of Christmas reruns, and looking for something fresh and seasonal. Christmas Village is a magical place, far removed from the city, and steeped in tradition. But when a troupe of carnies visiting the to

The Gold Pawn by L.A. Chandlar Kensington Books Historical Fiction Pub Date 25 Sep 2018 Review L.A. Chandlar’s historical thrillers continue to be amongst the best of the genre. Chandlar’s fiction deftly weaves historical events and people into the main plot, allowing them to interact with the central characters - making the novels “feel real”. While you don’t have to read the books in order, I strongly recommend you do, in order to understand the longer term aspects of

Penned A Kate Turner, DVM, Mystery #4 by Eileen Brady Poisoned Pen Press Mystery & Thrillers Pub Date 09 Oct 2018 Review As an animal lover, I always enjoy Eileen Brady’s Kate Turner DVM mysteries. For one, they are packed with quirky animal lovers and their pets. There are always plenty of laugh out loud moments. I absolutely love Little Man and his mom who dress in a coordinated fashion, and they are only the tip of the iceberg. I also enjoy the mystery aspect, as Ka

Ten Thousand Thunders by Brian Trent Flame Tree Press FLAME TREE PRESS Sci Fi & Fantasy Pub Date 18 Oct 2018 Review Ten Thousand Thunders is an innovative and immersive science fiction novel, that will appeal to those who enjoyed Altered Carbon and those who like reading about complex worlds, unusual cultures and strange beings. Gethin Bryce is an investigator who just died in a shuttle explosion. When he is resurrected, he’s tasked with finding the truth behind that an

A Moment in Crime A Santa Fe Revival Mystery by Amanda Allen Crooked Lane Books Mystery & Thrillers Pub Date 21 Dec 2018 Review If you enjoy historical mysteries, you will delight in Amanda Allen’s second suspenseful Santa Fe Revival mystery - A Moment in Crime. The shifting hues of the desert provide a stunning backdrop for this jazz age tale of ambition, betrayal, blackmail and murder. Maddie’s cousin, Gwen Astor, ran away to Hollywood to become an actress, while Madd

The Man on the Middle Floor by Elizabeth S Moore RedDoor Publishing General Fiction (Adult) , Mystery & Thrillers Pub Date 01 Jan 2019 Review I picked up The Man on the Middle Floor because I was intrigued by the description. I was not impressed. Nick’s violence, anger and sexuality were difficult to face. I know these are issues with autistic adults but Elizabeth S Moore repeatedly pushes these aspects to the reader. It makes him impossible to identify with. Equally distur

Thin Air A Novel by Richard K. Morgan Random House Publishing Group - Ballantine Del Rey Sci Fi & Fantasy Pub Date 23 Oct 2018 Review If you liked Altered Carbon, you will definitely enjoy Thin Air. Like Altered Carbon, Thin Air’s antihero is former military ( in this case biologically altered from before birth) who has bucked the system and gone private. His sarcasm equals his sense of fair play, and while he is excellent at what he does, he doesn’t take orders. Ha

The Dead Ringer An Agatha Raisin Mystery by M. C. Beaton St. Martin's Press Minotaur Books Mystery & Thrillers Pub Date 02 Oct 2018 Review M C Beaton’s newest Agatha Raisin novel is loads of fun for fans and newcomers alike. Filled with sharp eyed portraits of quirky locals, as well as honest and amusing takes on series favorites, The Dead Ringer is a hilarious depiction of village life in the Cotswolds - as well as a mystery with several confounding turns. As always

A Catered Cat Wedding by Isis Crawford Kensington Books Mystery & Thrillers Pub Date 25 Sep 2018 Review I will give almost anything that centers around cats a try. A Catered Cat Wedding is not a “cat cozy” per se, but the story revolves around a wealthy cat lover known for behaving badly and her precious cats - who also showcase the worst of behaviors. Susie Katz loved her cats, but didn’t care much for the local humans. Anyone who complained about her cats or her outra