the setup… The careful investigating and planning for the capture of Michael Bekker, the insane pathologist who slowly killed his victims and then removed their eyes, was the successful end to Detective Lucas Davenport’s career in the last story. Even though he lost his job in the process, he was satisfied that he brought this… Continue reading Silent Prey by John Sandford @recordedbooks
the setup… DI Kim Stone and DS Bryant are called to the home of Sheryl Hawne where she lies dead, covered in blood and her daughter Katie found holding the knife. It initially looks like an open and shut case, even with Katie almost catatonic and unresponsive. But later that evening, Kim’s called to the… Continue reading Guilty Mothers by Angela Marsons @WriteAngie @JanCramervoice @bookouture
the setup… Frankie once had a promising future ahead of her as a scientist. But then her father died and her mother pretty much lapsed into dysfunction. Frankie couldn’t return to college because she failed to apply for financial aid on time. Then while trying desperately to take care of her mother, she was caught… Continue reading Scorpions by Rachel Howzell Hall @RachelHowzell @elite_qt @BrilliancePub
the setup… At heart, Emma Wheeler is a screenwriter but it takes a backseat to taking care of her beloved father. Her high school ex has her doing ghostwriting projects on the side in addition to a job that provides the health insurance and pays the bills. But then Logan presents her with her dream… Continue reading The Rom-Commers by Katherine Center @katherinecenter @PattiMurin @MacmillanAudio
the setup… Joe-Nathan Clarke is a 23-year old neurodivergent young man who lives with his mother and has worked at The Compass Store for five years. He also has OCD and has found a way to manage his work and home life into routines that serve his needs. Joe-Nathan has also developed supportive relationships at… Continue reading Joe Nuthin’s Guide to Life by Helen Fisher @HFisherAuthor @alexwingfield1 @SimonAudio
the setup… Larkby (Lark) Smith is a 33-year old resident in Oncology at Hyannis Hospital, her long-time dream. But she’s just blown it, her tendency to get too emotionally connected to her patients erupting for the umpteenth time and now she’s being moved to Emergency. Then she gets a summons from Dr. Lorenzo Santini (aka… Continue reading Look on the Bright Side by Kristan Higgins @Kristan_Higgins @SiriouslySusan #ChristinaMoore @recordedbooks
the setup… Five years ago, Ryan Richardson and his girlfriend Alison Lane were high school seniors getting ready for college. One night, they were at a secluded spot known by everyone as Lovers Lane, taking the next step in their relationship when suddenly Ryan was pulled from the car and knocked out. He got a… Continue reading If Something Happens to Me by Alex Finlay #AlexFinlay #HelenLaser @JohnPirhalla @PaulDateh @MacmillanAudio
the setup… Millie Chandler is a 31-year old receptionist for Flye-TV who was dating Owen, a co-worker. Two years ago, Owen abruptly dumped by her and soon got engaged to another coworker. Heartbroken, Millie was trying to work through her feelings when a friend suggested she pour her thoughts into emails, save them to drafts… Continue reading Better Left Unsent by Lia Louis @LisforLia @TuckersTweeter @SimonAudio
I’m participating in this year’s June is Audiobook Month (JIAM) Mini-Challenge, hosted by Caffeinated Reviewer & That’s What I’m Talking About. The challenge will run from June 1 through June 30. Since I listen to more books than I read, this should be fun! Challenges Complete at least one challenge to enter giveaway. See rules… Continue reading June is Audiobook Month – Audiobook Mini-Challenge
the setup… Lyla is a scientist finishing up her latest post-doctoral research (unsuccessful) and will undoubtedly see her current contract end without renewal. Her boyfriend Nico approaches her with an opportunity to join a new reality TV show, One Perfect Couple. He’s an actor whose career has never taken off and sees this as his… Continue reading One Perfect Couple by Ruth Ware @RuthWareWriter @ImogenChurch @SimonAudio
Blue Mood Café 