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Featured Weekly 🎧AUDIOBOOK MAIL!

I am a huge audiobook fan and excited to receive these top MARCH titles!

I have just finished all SIX—all
5🌟STARS. Reviews coming.

Listeners, you must place these at the top of your March must-listen list.

🙏🏻Thank you, publishers and @netgalley for ALCs.

💙LEAVE IT UP TO LOVE
A short story
Mar 01, 2026
@kristywharvey
@jorjeanamarie_
@copatter
@brilliancepublishing

💙MISSING SISTER
Mar 03, 2026
@joshilyn_jackson
🎧 @joshilyn_jackson
@harperaudio
@williammorrowbooks

🩷THAT’S WHAT FRIENDS ARE FOR💛
Mar 03, 2026
@authorwaderouse
@danielhenningla
@ jojofro1
@artbrown_vo
@georgenewbern
@harlequinbooks

🩷BURIED LIES
Dean Lincoln Legal Thriller #3
Mar 03, 2026
@peteromahoneyauthor
@duran.troy
@brilliancepublishing

🩷JUDGE STONE
Mar 09, 2026
@jamespattersonbooks
@violadavis
@hachetteaudio
@littlebrown

💜FINLAY DONOVAN CROSSES THE LINE
Mar 17, 2026
@ellecosimano
Angela Dawe
@macmillan.audio
This cliffhanger is killing me ...

Which audiobook are you most excited about?

#jdcmustreadbooks #FinlayDonovanCrossesTheLine #JudgeStone #BuriedLies #ThatsWhatFriendsAreFor #MissingSister #LeaveItUpToLove #netgalley #ALCs

Featured Weekly 🎧AUDIOBOOK MAIL!

I am a huge audiobook fan and excited to receive these top MARCH titles!

I have just finished all SIX—all
5🌟STARS. Reviews coming.

Listeners, you must place these at the top of your March must-listen list.

🙏🏻Thank you, publishers and @netgalley for ALCs.

💙LEAVE IT UP TO LOVE
A short story
Mar 01, 2026
@kristywharvey
@jorjeanamarie_
@copatter
@brilliancepublishing

💙MISSING SISTER
Mar 03, 2026
@joshilyn_jackson
🎧 @joshilyn_jackson
@harperaudio
@williammorrowbooks

🩷THAT’S WHAT FRIENDS ARE FOR💛
Mar 03, 2026
@authorwaderouse
@danielhenningla
@ jojofro1
@artbrown_vo
@georgenewbern
@harlequinbooks

🩷BURIED LIES
Dean Lincoln Legal Thriller #3
Mar 03, 2026
@peteromahoneyauthor
@duran.troy
@brilliancepublishing

🩷JUDGE STONE
Mar 09, 2026
@jamespattersonbooks
@violadavis
@hachetteaudio
@littlebrown

💜FINLAY DONOVAN CROSSES THE LINE
Mar 17, 2026
@ellecosimano
Angela Dawe
@macmillan.audio
This cliffhanger is killing me ...

Which audiobook are you most excited about?

#jdcmustreadbooks #FinlayDonovanCrossesTheLine #JudgeStone #BuriedLies #ThatsWhatFriendsAreFor #MissingSister #LeaveItUpToLove #netgalley #ALCs

Featured Weekly BOOK 📚MAIL!

📖Look at these 10 dazzling covers and titles! I am beyond delighted to receive these highly anticipated titles Feb - Sept 2026!

🙏🏻Thank you, publishers and @netgalley for graciously sharing ARCs! Can't wait to dive in.

💚IN HER DEFENSE
Feb 03, 2026
@philippamalicka01
@scribnerbooks

🩵THE FORGOTTEN MIDWIFE
May 12, 2026
@lauraanthonybooks
@gallerybooks

💙THE SECRET ATTIC
Jun 09, 2026
@authorchelseaconradt
@poisonedpenpress

🩷SOMEONE ELSE’S HUSBAND
Jun 16, 2026
@kimberlymccreight
@aaknopf

❤️YOU GIRLS PLAY NICE
Jun 16, 2026
@karenlee.thompson
@poisonedpenpress

💙KEEP THEM CLOSE
Jun 30, 2026
@david_ellis_author
@putnambooks

💛MURDER ON CHARITY LANE
A Marigold Cottages Mystery #2
Aug 18, 2026
Jo Nichols
@minotaur_books
@stmartinspress

💚NOT A WORD
Aug 25, 2026
@linwoodbarclay
@williammorrowbooks

💙HEART OF GLASS
Aug 25, 2026
@jenniferhillierbooks
@minotaur_books
@stmartinspress

🩷MOTHER DAUGHTER SISTER STRANGER
Sep 01, 2026
@hankpryan
@minotaur_books
@stmartinspress

#jdcmustreadbooks #ARCs #netgalley #InHerDefense #TheForgottenMidwife #TheSecretAttif #SomeoneElsesHusband #YouGirlsPlayNice #KeepThemClose #MurderOnCharityLane #NotAWord #HeartOfGlass #MotherDaughterSisterStranger
#2026books

Featured Weekly BOOK 📚MAIL!

📖Look at these 10 dazzling covers and titles! I am beyond delighted to receive these highly anticipated titles Feb - Sept 2026!

🙏🏻Thank you, publishers and @netgalley for graciously sharing ARCs! Can't wait to dive in.

💚IN HER DEFENSE
Feb 03, 2026
@philippamalicka01
@scribnerbooks

🩵THE FORGOTTEN MIDWIFE
May 12, 2026
@lauraanthonybooks
@gallerybooks

💙THE SECRET ATTIC
Jun 09, 2026
@authorchelseaconradt
@poisonedpenpress

🩷SOMEONE ELSE’S HUSBAND
Jun 16, 2026
@kimberlymccreight
@aaknopf

❤️YOU GIRLS PLAY NICE
Jun 16, 2026
@karenlee.thompson
@poisonedpenpress

💙KEEP THEM CLOSE
Jun 30, 2026
@david_ellis_author
@putnambooks

💛MURDER ON CHARITY LANE
A Marigold Cottages Mystery #2
Aug 18, 2026
Jo Nichols
@minotaur_books
@stmartinspress

💚NOT A WORD
Aug 25, 2026
@linwoodbarclay
@williammorrowbooks

💙HEART OF GLASS
Aug 25, 2026
@jenniferhillierbooks
@minotaur_books
@stmartinspress

🩷MOTHER DAUGHTER SISTER STRANGER
Sep 01, 2026
@hankpryan
@minotaur_books
@stmartinspress

#jdcmustreadbooks #ARCs #netgalley #InHerDefense #TheForgottenMidwife #TheSecretAttif #SomeoneElsesHusband #YouGirlsPlayNice #KeepThemClose #MurderOnCharityLane #NotAWord #HeartOfGlass #MotherDaughterSisterStranger
#2026books

Happy Pub Day! 💙 #BookReview

5 🌟STARS
MISSING SISTER
✍🏻🎧 @joshilyn_jackson
@williammorrowbooks
@netgalley

Full Review: 🔗bio/blog
bit.ly/MissingSisterJDC

Joshilyn Jackson, renowned Southern storyteller and "Queen of Twists," masterfully weaves a propulsive, gritty, and intricately layered psychological thriller in her latest work, MISSING SISTER, that delves deep into the complex relationship between twin sisters and revenge.

This compelling narrative plunges into the labyrinthine dynamics of twin sisters, unraveling their complex relationship with a blend of raw emotion and unforeseen plot turns.

Jackson's masterful storytelling pulls readers into a gritty world where secrets lurk beneath the surface, leaving them breathless with each suspenseful twist and layered revelation.

Exploring themes of generational trauma, the unbreakable bonds of sisterhood, and a rookie cop’s relentless quest for vigilante justice.

Jackson deftly prompts readers to grapple with the nuanced shades of morality on the often treacherous path toward redemption.

As always, the author skillfully crafts a tale that compels you to turn the pages voraciously, eager to uncover the choices her protagonist will ultimately confront.

My thoughts...

Twisty, provocative, gritty, and thought-provoking, the author cleverly uses short, sharp scenes to weave together past and present with a multi-layered mystery that moves the plot along with heart-pounding suspense.

As a long-time devoted admirer of the author, I have eagerly immersed myself in every one of her works.

Each book is a delightful journey through her vibrant Southern storytelling, brimming with sharp wit, captivating suspense, and heartfelt emotions that linger long after the final page is turned.

Sinister, chilling, and powerful!

The audiobook...

I had the immense pleasure of immersing myself in both the written word and the captivating audiobook, expertly narrated by the author herself. I find that she brings a remarkable depth of emotion and suspense to every word, creating a rich tapestry that draws listeners in.

Sequel, please!

#jdcmustreadbooks #MissingSister #JoshilynJackson #Mar2026books

Happy Pub Day! 💙 #BookReview

5 🌟STARS
MISSING SISTER
✍🏻🎧 @joshilyn_jackson
@williammorrowbooks
@netgalley

Full Review: 🔗bio/blog
bit.ly/MissingSisterJDC

Joshilyn Jackson, renowned Southern storyteller and "Queen of Twists," masterfully weaves a propulsive, gritty, and intricately layered psychological thriller in her latest work, MISSING SISTER, that delves deep into the complex relationship between twin sisters and revenge.

This compelling narrative plunges into the labyrinthine dynamics of twin sisters, unraveling their complex relationship with a blend of raw emotion and unforeseen plot turns.

Jackson's masterful storytelling pulls readers into a gritty world where secrets lurk beneath the surface, leaving them breathless with each suspenseful twist and layered revelation.

Exploring themes of generational trauma, the unbreakable bonds of sisterhood, and a rookie cop’s relentless quest for vigilante justice.

Jackson deftly prompts readers to grapple with the nuanced shades of morality on the often treacherous path toward redemption.

As always, the author skillfully crafts a tale that compels you to turn the pages voraciously, eager to uncover the choices her protagonist will ultimately confront.

My thoughts...

Twisty, provocative, gritty, and thought-provoking, the author cleverly uses short, sharp scenes to weave together past and present with a multi-layered mystery that moves the plot along with heart-pounding suspense.

As a long-time devoted admirer of the author, I have eagerly immersed myself in every one of her works.

Each book is a delightful journey through her vibrant Southern storytelling, brimming with sharp wit, captivating suspense, and heartfelt emotions that linger long after the final page is turned.

Sinister, chilling, and powerful!

The audiobook...

I had the immense pleasure of immersing myself in both the written word and the captivating audiobook, expertly narrated by the author herself. I find that she brings a remarkable depth of emotion and suspense to every word, creating a rich tapestry that draws listeners in.

Sequel, please!

#jdcmustreadbooks #MissingSister #JoshilynJackson #Mar2026books

Happy Pub Day! 💛#BookReview

5 🌟STARS
STRANGERS IN THE VILLA
@rhardingwriter
@littrelly.speaking
@grandcentralpub
@netgalley

Full Review: 🔗bio/blog
bit.ly/StrangersInTheVillaJDC

Robyn Harding's STRANGERS IN THE VILLA is a gripping psychological thriller that plunges readers into the tangled lives of two couples whose paths converge in an isolated Spanish villa.

Each character is expertly crafted, revealing intricate layers and destructive secrets that deepen the intrigue as the story unfolds, transforming their idyllic getaway into a suffocating nightmare.

Harding masterfully maintains suspense, pulling readers closer to the edge of their seats as the dark truths are unearthed, leaving them breathless until the final shocking revelation.

Character Dynamics...

~Sydney & Curtis Lowe:
A dysfunctional couple moving from NY to a "ramshackle" Spanish home to repair their trust after infidelity.

My thoughts...

No one can spin a twisty tale of marriage and domestic suspense quite like Robyn Harding!

The Spanish atmospheric setting and the locked-room feel of the villa contrast with the beauty of the Mediterranean and the chilling undercurrent of malice.

Propulsive and fast-paced: The razor-sharp psychological tension will keep you on edge with the ongoing lure of darkness.

The characters are untrustworthy and unlikable, leaving readers questioning their motives. Their relationships are volatile, fueled by obsession, jealousy, revenge, betrayal, and resentment, leading to explosive confrontations.

Each character possesses hidden depths and destructive secrets that unfold as the plot progresses.

The narrative acts like a "house of cards," where layers of lies are slowly peeled back to reveal the true intentions of both the hosts and their guests.

As a devoted admirer of the author for many years, I found STRANGERS IN THE VILLA an atmospheric and vibrant story to be a captivating addition to her already impressive repertoire.

The narrative is deeply immersive, weaving together clever plot twists that keep readers on their toes. I highly recommend all her books!

#jdcmustreadbooks #StrangersInTheVilla #RobynHarding #NetGalley #Mar2026books

Happy Pub Day! 💛#BookReview

5 🌟STARS
STRANGERS IN THE VILLA
@rhardingwriter
@littrelly.speaking
@grandcentralpub
@netgalley

Full Review: 🔗bio/blog
bit.ly/StrangersInTheVillaJDC

Robyn Harding's STRANGERS IN THE VILLA is a gripping psychological thriller that plunges readers into the tangled lives of two couples whose paths converge in an isolated Spanish villa.

Each character is expertly crafted, revealing intricate layers and destructive secrets that deepen the intrigue as the story unfolds, transforming their idyllic getaway into a suffocating nightmare.

Harding masterfully maintains suspense, pulling readers closer to the edge of their seats as the dark truths are unearthed, leaving them breathless until the final shocking revelation.

Character Dynamics...

~Sydney & Curtis Lowe:
A dysfunctional couple moving from NY to a "ramshackle" Spanish home to repair their trust after infidelity.

My thoughts...

No one can spin a twisty tale of marriage and domestic suspense quite like Robyn Harding!

The Spanish atmospheric setting and the locked-room feel of the villa contrast with the beauty of the Mediterranean and the chilling undercurrent of malice.

Propulsive and fast-paced: The razor-sharp psychological tension will keep you on edge with the ongoing lure of darkness.

The characters are untrustworthy and unlikable, leaving readers questioning their motives. Their relationships are volatile, fueled by obsession, jealousy, revenge, betrayal, and resentment, leading to explosive confrontations.

Each character possesses hidden depths and destructive secrets that unfold as the plot progresses.

The narrative acts like a "house of cards," where layers of lies are slowly peeled back to reveal the true intentions of both the hosts and their guests.

As a devoted admirer of the author for many years, I found STRANGERS IN THE VILLA an atmospheric and vibrant story to be a captivating addition to her already impressive repertoire.

The narrative is deeply immersive, weaving together clever plot twists that keep readers on their toes. I highly recommend all her books!

#jdcmustreadbooks #StrangersInTheVilla #RobynHarding #NetGalley #Mar2026books

Happy Pub Day! 💐🎂🍾

Look at these 14 fabulous titles, authors, and narrators out today!

Happy Pub Day!

Mar 1

~LEAVE IT UP TO LOVE
@kristywharvey
A short story
🎧 Jorjeana Marie, Courtney Patterson

~I CAME BACK FOR YOU
@katewhite_author
🎧Sarah Naughton

Mar 2

~THE NEW NEIGHBOUR
@valeriekeogh2
🎧Rose Robinson

MAR 3

~STRANGERS IN THE VILLA
@rhardingwriter
🎧Katherine Littrell

~MISSING SISTER
@joshilyn_jackson
🎧Joshilyn Jackson

~THAT’S WHAT FRIENDS ARE FOR
@authorwaderouse
🎧Daniel Henning, Joel Leslie, Art Brown, George Newbern

~BURIED LIES
@peteromahoneyauthor
🎧Troy Duran
Dean Lincoln Legal Thriller #4

~THE SECRET LIVES OF MURDERERS’ WIVES
@elizabetharnottwrites
🎧Saskia Maarleveld, Karissa Vacker

~THE ONLY ONE WHO KNOWS
@lisa_m_matlin
🎧Nikki Thomas

~WANT TO KNOW A SECRET
@fmcfaddenauthor
🎧Alyson Krawchuk

~THE WOMAN AND HER STARS
@pennyhaw
🎧Elizabeth Knowelden

~LAKE EFFECT
@cynthiadsweeney
🎧Marin Ireland

~THE PRIMROSE MURDER SOCIETY
@stacyhackneybooks
🎧Stephanie Németh-Parker

~IF A FACE COULD KILL
@beckymasterman2

Reviews coming later and March newsletter - behind due to a big legal case with deadlines.

Enjoy and Happy Reading!

#jdcmustreadbooks #Mar2026books #StrangersINTheVilla #MissingSister #ThatsWhatFriendsAreFor #LeaveItUpToLove #BuriedLies #TheOnlyOneWhoKnows #LakeEffect #WantToKnowASecret #PrimroseMurderSociety #TheWomanAndHerStars #IfAFaceCouldKill #TheNewNeighbour #TheSecretLives of MurderersWives #ICameBackForYou

Happy Pub Day! 💐🎂🍾

Look at these 14 fabulous titles, authors, and narrators out today!

Happy Pub Day!

Mar 1

~LEAVE IT UP TO LOVE
@kristywharvey
A short story
🎧 Jorjeana Marie, Courtney Patterson

~I CAME BACK FOR YOU
@katewhite_author
🎧Sarah Naughton

Mar 2

~THE NEW NEIGHBOUR
@valeriekeogh2
🎧Rose Robinson

MAR 3

~STRANGERS IN THE VILLA
@rhardingwriter
🎧Katherine Littrell

~MISSING SISTER
@joshilyn_jackson
🎧Joshilyn Jackson

~THAT’S WHAT FRIENDS ARE FOR
@authorwaderouse
🎧Daniel Henning, Joel Leslie, Art Brown, George Newbern

~BURIED LIES
@peteromahoneyauthor
🎧Troy Duran
Dean Lincoln Legal Thriller #4

~THE SECRET LIVES OF MURDERERS’ WIVES
@elizabetharnottwrites
🎧Saskia Maarleveld, Karissa Vacker

~THE ONLY ONE WHO KNOWS
@lisa_m_matlin
🎧Nikki Thomas

~WANT TO KNOW A SECRET
@fmcfaddenauthor
🎧Alyson Krawchuk

~THE WOMAN AND HER STARS
@pennyhaw
🎧Elizabeth Knowelden

~LAKE EFFECT
@cynthiadsweeney
🎧Marin Ireland

~THE PRIMROSE MURDER SOCIETY
@stacyhackneybooks
🎧Stephanie Németh-Parker

~IF A FACE COULD KILL
@beckymasterman2

Reviews coming later and March newsletter - behind due to a big legal case with deadlines.

Enjoy and Happy Reading!

#jdcmustreadbooks #Mar2026books #StrangersINTheVilla #MissingSister #ThatsWhatFriendsAreFor #LeaveItUpToLove #BuriedLies #TheOnlyOneWhoKnows #LakeEffect #WantToKnowASecret #PrimroseMurderSociety #TheWomanAndHerStars #IfAFaceCouldKill #TheNewNeighbour #TheSecretLives of MurderersWives #ICameBackForYou

Out Now! ❤️ #BookReview

5 🌟STARS
SHE THOUGHT SHE WAS SAFE
@terriparlatoauthor
@kensingtonbooks
@recordedbooks
@tageraway
@netalley

Full Review: 🔗bio/blog
bit.ly/SheThoughtSheWasSafeJDC

In Terri Parlato’s gripping, spine-chilling psychological thriller, SHE THOUGHT SHE WAS SAFE, Emma embarks on a tumultuous journey as she seeks a fresh start following the heart-wrenching loss of her mother and the devastating fallout from a divorce that shackled her with her ex-husband's staggering gambling debts.

As the narrative unfolds, Parlato masterfully delves into the shadowy undercurrents lurking beneath the facade of a seemingly "perfect" life, revealing the hidden dangers and unsettling truths that lie just beneath the surface.

My thoughts...

If you've delved into Terri Parlatos ' previous novels, you likely recognize her remarkable skill in weaving an atmosphere thick with tension and unease.

Her narrative expertly engulfs the reader in a suffocating sense of malice and claustrophobia, creating a world where shadows loom large, and every turn of the page heightens the feeling of dread. A big fan of the author and highly recommend all her novels!

The tightly-knit ensemble of characters is not only insular but also grows increasingly menacing with each passing moment. Beneath a veneer of cordiality, every display of "kindness" is a carefully orchestrated maneuver, motivated by veiled agendas that linger just out of sight.

Atmospheric and claustrophobic, the Maine lakeside setting is moody and evocative, acting as its own character.

Every character is deceptive and wears a mask, making the narrative unreliable and twisty. There is a constant, lingering dread that Emma's "fresh start" is actually a trap surrounded by Gothic vibes with the secluded estate and family secrets with a sharp, modern edge.

The author cleverly explores the dark underbelly of the perfect life through recurring themes where nothing is as it seems. The serene lakeside setting masks her father's prestigious status, a chilling history of violence and manipulation.

#jdcmustreadbooks #SheThoughtSheWasSafe #TerriParlato #feb2026books

Out Now! ❤️ #BookReview

5 🌟STARS
SHE THOUGHT SHE WAS SAFE
@terriparlatoauthor
@kensingtonbooks
@recordedbooks
@tageraway
@netalley

Full Review: 🔗bio/blog
bit.ly/SheThoughtSheWasSafeJDC

In Terri Parlato’s gripping, spine-chilling psychological thriller, SHE THOUGHT SHE WAS SAFE, Emma embarks on a tumultuous journey as she seeks a fresh start following the heart-wrenching loss of her mother and the devastating fallout from a divorce that shackled her with her ex-husband's staggering gambling debts.

As the narrative unfolds, Parlato masterfully delves into the shadowy undercurrents lurking beneath the facade of a seemingly "perfect" life, revealing the hidden dangers and unsettling truths that lie just beneath the surface.

My thoughts...

If you've delved into Terri Parlatos ' previous novels, you likely recognize her remarkable skill in weaving an atmosphere thick with tension and unease.

Her narrative expertly engulfs the reader in a suffocating sense of malice and claustrophobia, creating a world where shadows loom large, and every turn of the page heightens the feeling of dread. A big fan of the author and highly recommend all her novels!

The tightly-knit ensemble of characters is not only insular but also grows increasingly menacing with each passing moment. Beneath a veneer of cordiality, every display of "kindness" is a carefully orchestrated maneuver, motivated by veiled agendas that linger just out of sight.

Atmospheric and claustrophobic, the Maine lakeside setting is moody and evocative, acting as its own character.

Every character is deceptive and wears a mask, making the narrative unreliable and twisty. There is a constant, lingering dread that Emma's "fresh start" is actually a trap surrounded by Gothic vibes with the secluded estate and family secrets with a sharp, modern edge.

The author cleverly explores the dark underbelly of the perfect life through recurring themes where nothing is as it seems. The serene lakeside setting masks her father's prestigious status, a chilling history of violence and manipulation.

#jdcmustreadbooks #SheThoughtSheWasSafe #TerriParlato #feb2026books

Happy Pub Day! 💐🎂

Out today, what a lineup of titles, authors, and narrators!

5⭐Stars
SHE THOUGHT SHE WAS SAFE
Terri Parlato
🎧Kelli Tager

5⭐Stars
KIN
Tayari Jones
🎧Angel Pean, Ashley J. Hobbs

5⭐Stars
HOW TO GET AWAY WITH MURDER
Rebecca Philipson
🎧Michael Geary, Tamsin Kennard

4⭐Stars
THE GIRLS BEFORE
Kate Alice Marshall
🎧 Ina Barrón, Karissa Vacker

4⭐Stars
BEST BOY
Deborah Goodrich Royce
🎧 Saskia Maarleveld

4⭐Stars
PINKY SWEAR
Danielle Girard
🎧Amanda Dolan, Rebekkah Ross

4⭐Stars
FINDERS KEEPERS
Natalie Barelli
🎧 Perry Daniels, Rachel Leblang

4⭐Stars
THEN HE WAS GONE
Isabel Booth
🎧E.J. Lavery, Ryan Duncan, Ray Conley

4⭐Stars
ALL IN HER HANDS
Audrey Blake
🎧Susan Lyons

4⭐Stars
DOLLFACE
Lindy Ryan
🎧Stephanie Németh-Parker

For more Feb books, check out my Feb Newsletter 🔗bio
bit.ly/Feb2026NewsJDC

#jdcmustreadbooks #Kin #SheThoughtSheWasSafe #TheGirlsBefore #HowToGetAwayWithMurder #ThenHeWasGome #AllInHerHands #BestBoy #FindersKeepers #Dollface #PinkySwear #feb2026books

Happy Pub Day! 💐🎂

Out today, what a lineup of titles, authors, and narrators!

5⭐Stars
SHE THOUGHT SHE WAS SAFE
Terri Parlato
🎧Kelli Tager

5⭐Stars
KIN
Tayari Jones
🎧Angel Pean, Ashley J. Hobbs

5⭐Stars
HOW TO GET AWAY WITH MURDER
Rebecca Philipson
🎧Michael Geary, Tamsin Kennard

4⭐Stars
THE GIRLS BEFORE
Kate Alice Marshall
🎧 Ina Barrón, Karissa Vacker

4⭐Stars
BEST BOY
Deborah Goodrich Royce
🎧 Saskia Maarleveld

4⭐Stars
PINKY SWEAR
Danielle Girard
🎧Amanda Dolan, Rebekkah Ross

4⭐Stars
FINDERS KEEPERS
Natalie Barelli
🎧 Perry Daniels, Rachel Leblang

4⭐Stars
THEN HE WAS GONE
Isabel Booth
🎧E.J. Lavery, Ryan Duncan, Ray Conley

4⭐Stars
ALL IN HER HANDS
Audrey Blake
🎧Susan Lyons

4⭐Stars
DOLLFACE
Lindy Ryan
🎧Stephanie Németh-Parker

For more Feb books, check out my Feb Newsletter 🔗bio
bit.ly/Feb2026NewsJDC

#jdcmustreadbooks #Kin #SheThoughtSheWasSafe #TheGirlsBefore #HowToGetAwayWithMurder #ThenHeWasGome #AllInHerHands #BestBoy #FindersKeepers #Dollface #PinkySwear #feb2026books

Out Now! 🩵#BookReview

5⭐Stars
HER LAST BREATH
@taylor.adams.author
🎧Sophie Amoss
@williammorrowbooks
@netgalley

Full Review: 🔗 bio/blog
bit.ly/HerLastBreathJDC

From the acclaimed author and beloved storyteller, Taylor Adams, known for his gripping novels No Exit and The Last Word, comes a gripping new thriller, HER LAST BREATH.

This heart-pounding, smartly written psychological thriller follows two adventurous friends as they venture into the perilous depths of a mysterious cave system ominously dubbed the "Devil’s Staircase."

In this claustrophobic setting, where shadows loom and echoes whisper secrets, they soon discover that their expedition is not just a test of courage but a harrowing journey into the dark truths lurking beneath the surface. Brace yourself for a tale filled with suspense, intelligence, and the chilling realization of what it truly means to be ensnared in the depths of danger.

My thoughts...

In HER LAST BREATH, Taylor Adams cleverly uses a structural and cultural critique to deepen the thriller's tension, making the reader part of the deception.

The descriptions are visceral, intense, and claustrophobic. The story flips the "Final Girl" trope on its head, where readers wonder who is the survivor and who is the villain. The narrative centers on a small cast of characters trapped in a web of survival, deception, betrayal, and trauma.

In a Dual Timeline: Cave vs. Hospital, the story alternates between the survival ordeal inside the "Devil’s Staircase" and the interrogation at the hospital 24 hours later. This structure reinforces the book's themes of deception and unreliable narration.

The title essentially asks: Who drew the last breath, and who took it?

Absolutely captivating! As an avid admirer of the author’s work, I’ve immersed myself in every book he has written. His masterful storytelling consistently keeps his readers on the edge of their seats, skillfully weaving suspense and intrigue that lasts until the very last page.

Fans are sure to eagerly devour each new release, hungry for more of his enthralling narratives and unexpected twists.

#jdcmustreadbooks #HerLastBreath #TaylorAdams #Feb2026books

Out Now! 🩵#BookReview

5⭐Stars
HER LAST BREATH
@taylor.adams.author
🎧Sophie Amoss
@williammorrowbooks
@netgalley

Full Review: 🔗 bio/blog
bit.ly/HerLastBreathJDC

From the acclaimed author and beloved storyteller, Taylor Adams, known for his gripping novels No Exit and The Last Word, comes a gripping new thriller, HER LAST BREATH.

This heart-pounding, smartly written psychological thriller follows two adventurous friends as they venture into the perilous depths of a mysterious cave system ominously dubbed the "Devil’s Staircase."

In this claustrophobic setting, where shadows loom and echoes whisper secrets, they soon discover that their expedition is not just a test of courage but a harrowing journey into the dark truths lurking beneath the surface. Brace yourself for a tale filled with suspense, intelligence, and the chilling realization of what it truly means to be ensnared in the depths of danger.

My thoughts...

In HER LAST BREATH, Taylor Adams cleverly uses a structural and cultural critique to deepen the thriller's tension, making the reader part of the deception.

The descriptions are visceral, intense, and claustrophobic. The story flips the "Final Girl" trope on its head, where readers wonder who is the survivor and who is the villain. The narrative centers on a small cast of characters trapped in a web of survival, deception, betrayal, and trauma.

In a Dual Timeline: Cave vs. Hospital, the story alternates between the survival ordeal inside the "Devil’s Staircase" and the interrogation at the hospital 24 hours later. This structure reinforces the book's themes of deception and unreliable narration.

The title essentially asks: Who drew the last breath, and who took it?

Absolutely captivating! As an avid admirer of the author’s work, I’ve immersed myself in every book he has written. His masterful storytelling consistently keeps his readers on the edge of their seats, skillfully weaving suspense and intrigue that lasts until the very last page.

Fans are sure to eagerly devour each new release, hungry for more of his enthralling narratives and unexpected twists.

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MURDER AT 30,000 FEET
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In MURDER AT 30,000 FEET, by Susan Walter, a gripping and suspenseful locked-room mystery unfolds high above the clouds on a turbulent flight.

As the storm bears down on the aircraft, a flicker of lightning illuminates a deadly scene: the lifeless body of a groom is discovered, sending shockwaves through the cabin and shattering the festive atmosphere.

At cruising altitude (30,000 feet), the airplane becomes the ultimate "locked room." There is "nowhere to land and nowhere to hide," forcing the characters to remain trapped with a killer, creating a claustrophobic, high-tension environment where passengers literally have nowhere to run.

My thoughts...

Oh, my Susan can spin an engrossing, vivid story that keeps your heart pounding! A big fan of the author, she cleverly uses a dual-timeline structure, weaving together the current chaos in the air with the secrets of the past that led everyone to be on the same ill-fated flight.

Walter uses the high-altitude, and locked-room setting to showcase secrets—much like a storm—that will eventually force a confrontation, no matter how far one travels to outrun them.

The author cleverly populates the flight with a large cast of suspects, most of whom are connected by a shared history in the same small town.

Electrifying, twisty, & suspenseful, filled with red herrings and jaw-dropping twists as the true identity of the killer stays hidden while readers anxiously try to solve the mystery.

Through the clever use of multiple perspectives and investigative transcripts, the book emphasizes that "truth" is often a collection of partial stories, and that unchecked lies can become a lethal weight over time.

Given Walter's impressive background as a screenwriter and director, the action is noted for its visual and high-stakes quality, feeling ready for a film adaptation. Highly recommend for thriller lovers.

Can't wait to listen to the audiobook by the sensational Scott Brick!

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Out Now! ✈️ #BookReview

5⭐Stars
MURDER AT 30,000 FEET
@susanwalterauthor
@thescottbrick
@blackstonepublishing
@netgalley

Full Review: 🔗bio/blog
bit.ly/MurderAt30KFeetJDC

In MURDER AT 30,000 FEET, by Susan Walter, a gripping and suspenseful locked-room mystery unfolds high above the clouds on a turbulent flight.

As the storm bears down on the aircraft, a flicker of lightning illuminates a deadly scene: the lifeless body of a groom is discovered, sending shockwaves through the cabin and shattering the festive atmosphere.

At cruising altitude (30,000 feet), the airplane becomes the ultimate "locked room." There is "nowhere to land and nowhere to hide," forcing the characters to remain trapped with a killer, creating a claustrophobic, high-tension environment where passengers literally have nowhere to run.

My thoughts...

Oh, my Susan can spin an engrossing, vivid story that keeps your heart pounding! A big fan of the author, she cleverly uses a dual-timeline structure, weaving together the current chaos in the air with the secrets of the past that led everyone to be on the same ill-fated flight.

Walter uses the high-altitude, and locked-room setting to showcase secrets—much like a storm—that will eventually force a confrontation, no matter how far one travels to outrun them.

The author cleverly populates the flight with a large cast of suspects, most of whom are connected by a shared history in the same small town.

Electrifying, twisty, & suspenseful, filled with red herrings and jaw-dropping twists as the true identity of the killer stays hidden while readers anxiously try to solve the mystery.

Through the clever use of multiple perspectives and investigative transcripts, the book emphasizes that "truth" is often a collection of partial stories, and that unchecked lies can become a lethal weight over time.

Given Walter's impressive background as a screenwriter and director, the action is noted for its visual and high-stakes quality, feeling ready for a film adaptation. Highly recommend for thriller lovers.

Can't wait to listen to the audiobook by the sensational Scott Brick!

#jdcmustreadbooks #SusanWalter #MurderAt30000Feet #feb2026books

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