Killers of a Certain Age by Deanna Raybourn is a thrilling, witty exploration of age, friendship, and survival. This novel redefines the thriller genre with its sixty-year-old female assassins proving that age is just a number. The post Killers of a Certain Age by Deanna Raybourn appeared first on The Bookish Elf ..read more

In Trouble Island, Sharon Short combines elements of historical fiction and suspense to craft a rich, atmospheric narrative set in the icy grip of 1932. Inspired by a real island in Lake Erie and interwoven with threads of her own family history, this novel invites readers into a world of gangsters, secrets, and murder. At […] The post Trouble Island by Sharon Short appeared first on The Bookish Elf ..read more

Dive into Bellevue by Robin Cook, a medical thriller that masterfully blends historical fiction, supernatural horror, and suspense within the eerie halls of Bellevue Hospital. The post Bellevue by Robin Cook appeared first on The Bookish Elf ..read more

"Against the Grain" by Peter Lovesey is a masterful conclusion to the Peter Diamond series, blending rural charm, art forgery, and complex characters in a fitting farewell to one of crime fiction's most beloved detectives. The post Against the Grain by Peter Lovesey appeared first on The Bookish Elf ..read more

In her latest psychological thriller, “Say Nothing,” Erin Kinsley masterfully weaves a complex narrative that spans a decade, exploring themes of justice, redemption, and the weight of unspoken truths. The story begins in 2013, when four-year-old Adam Henthorn is found dead in Risedale, a quiet village in Derbyshire. His father Tommy is convicted of the […] The post Say Nothing by Erin Kinsley appeared first on The Bookish Elf ..read more

Katie Tallo’s “Buried Road” is a masterfully crafted thriller that weaves together the raw emotions of loss, the unbreakable bonds of family, and the relentless pursuit of truth. As the third installment following “Dark August” and “Poison Lilies,” this novel demonstrates Tallo’s growing confidence as a storyteller while maintaining her signature blend of atmospheric tension […] The post Buried Road by Katie Tallo appeared first on The Bookish Elf ..read more

Discover Kate Fagan's The Three Lives of Cate Kay, a masterful debut novel exploring themes of identity, love, and redemption. This deep-dive review unveils the emotional depth and narrative brilliance of this literary gem. The post The Three Lives of Cate Kay by Kate Fagan appeared first on The Bookish Elf ..read more

In The Rivals, Jane Pek’s eagerly anticipated sequel to The Verifiers, we return to the world of Claudia Lin – mystery novel enthusiast, cycling devotee, and now co-owner of Veracity, a dating detective agency in New York City. While the first book introduced us to Claudia’s adventures in uncovering lies in the world of online […] The post The Rivals by Jane Pek appeared first on The Bookish Elf ..read more

Discover Jane Pek’s debut novel The Verifiers, a modern mystery that blends technology, family dynamics, and identity with a compelling narrative led by amateur sleuth Claudia Lin. The post The Verifiers by Jane Pek appeared first on The Bookish Elf ..read more

Dive into Christopher Bollen's Havoc, a psychological thriller set in Luxor's eerie Royal Karnak Palace Hotel. Explore themes of age, obsession, and isolation through the unreliable narration of Maggie Burkhardt. The post Havoc by Christopher Bollen appeared first on The Bookish Elf ..read more