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Our Wicked Lies by Gledé Browne Kabongo – Review by Bobbi Wagner

Our Wicked LiesOur Wicked Lies by Glede Browne Kabongo
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I enjoyed this thriller. This is not my first book by this author but it is one of my favorites by her yet. I enjoyed being pulled into the story from the beginning by the characters. They made the story feel realistic and gave life to the story. This is an engaging, fast paced story that I had a hard time putting down. This is a well written story that the author’s attention to details made the twists and turns exciting and the feeling of wanting to know what will happen next. Alicia thinks she has the perfect marriage until she finds some emails between her husband and another woman that he never sent. Who is she and why did he never send them? Someone knows the truth but sometimes things come at a cost. This had me sitting on the edge of my seat just waiting to see what would happen next. This is a great thriller that I would highly recommend.

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Murder at Honeybee Lake (Shadow of a Doubt Book 2) by Jessica Aiken-Hall – Review by Kerry Baker

Murder at Honeybee Lake (Shadow of a Doubt, #2)Murder at Honeybee Lake by Jessica Aiken-Hall
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Murder At Honeybee Lake by Jessica Aiken-Hall is the second book in the Shadow of a Doubt series. This book can be read as a stand-alone although personally I think it would be best read in order for a full enjoyment.
I thought this book was a great addition to the series. It was gripping and kept me guessing the whole way through. I just had to find out what was going on.
I thought the characters were what made this book. I really connected with them throughout and they are what really held my attention. I got behind them early on and stayed that way from start to finish. This is such a well written and intriguing book that I would highly recommend.

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Maggie (Maggie Trilogy Book 1) AUDIO BOOK by Mya O’Malley – Review by Mirela Ruiz

Maggie (Maggie Trilogy Book 1) AUDIO BOOK by Mya O’Malley was a great listen. I love to listen while driving and during work and this audio book did not disappoint. I loved the suspense and the narrator’s ability to leave me sitting on the edge of my seat. I loved Naomi and appreciated her development. I related more listening to someone narrate than just reading it myself. I cannot wait to listen to the rest of the series.

I Will Bury You by Brandy Nacole – Review by Ashley Dover

I Will Bury YouI Will Bury You by Brandy Nacole
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Ann returns home from Boston for her mother’s funeral and to care for her Aunt Meredith. As she begins packing up the house and preparing to sell, Ann starts having bouts of missing time and waking up in the morning with headaches.

Ann’s life really turns upside down with a murder close by. These not-so-normal incidents keep occurring. Ann’s blind aunt ends up in the hospital after a fall. From there Ann’s life becomes more chaotic. What is happening to Ann? Why is she experiencing these lapses in time?

I loved this book. Its mystery kept me engaged from the beginning. As the puzzle pieces start coming together, you will be shocked by the powerplay in this book.

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I Will Bury You by Brandy Nacole – Review by Kylee Garner

 

I Will Bury YouI Will Bury You by Brandy Nacole
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

The story line was entertaining, but the writing itself needed more polishing.

The author has a beautifully artistic writing style that I really appreciated as a reader.

The story line presents an interesting and emotional perspective of the struggles of mental illness form the inside.

The transitions between thoughts and settings in the first half of the book were rough: disjointed and often confusing.

The second half of the book seemed to be more thought-out and cohesive. At that point, it became a real page turner: thrilling, exciting, and tense.

It ends in a way that I did not see coming. I love when a book catches me off guard.

However, in my opinion, ill-managed mental illness isn’t a tactful entertainment source.

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I Will Bury You by Brandy Nacole – Review by Meg Tyrrell

I Will Bury YouI Will Bury You by Brandy Nacole
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the new author for me. I don’t normally go for psychological thrillers but this one was really good. This book featured Ann Winters as the main female character however things get a little distorted when we find out that she has DID. You’ll meet different characters throughout the story, Since this topic is something I’ve only read about, I thought this was done very well. It’s a good book and I recommend it and I will be researching this author more to find more books by her.

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Key West Dead (Jake Wolfe Book 6) by Mark Nolan – Review by Angelina Frazzini

Key West DeadKey West Dead by Mark Nolan
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Key West Dead by Mark Nolan is book six of the Jake Wolfe series.

Jake is attending a wedding in Key West. He doesn’t expect that he and Cody will be working to find someone who is targeting boats in the Keys. So much is resting on whether this person can be caught. Jake and Cody follow the trail but will they be able to hunt down the bomber before it’s too late?

Much like the other books in this series, I enjoyed reading this book. There is just enough twists and suspense to keep you on the edge of your seat trying to figure out what happens next. I recommend this book and series!

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Murder at Honeybee Lake (Shadow of a Doubt Book 2) by Jessica Aiken-Hall – Review by Rebecca Hill

Murder at Honeybee Lake (Shadow of a Doubt, #2)Murder at Honeybee Lake by Jessica Aiken-Hall
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Murder at Honeybee Lake is the second book in the Shadow of a Doubt series. Jessica Aiken-Hall once again knocks it out of the park. In the first book, we meet Mandy’s brother Randy. In this book, we meet back up with Randy. He and his boyfriend find a dead body outside of their home on their one year anniversary. Not only are they shocked to find out the identity, but they are even more shocked when Randy is arrested for murder! Will Randy be able to prove his innocence or will his life be ruined forever? Find out when you fly through this fantastic story!

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I Will Bury You by Brandy Nacole – Review by Naomi McDonald

I Will Bury YouI Will Bury You by Brandy Nacole
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I didn’t really know what to expect when I picked up this book but I thought I would give it a chance. My recommendation is not to read it as a mystery because the general story line is predictable. If you read it in the context of the character’s self- discovery, it is fairly well done. There are a few places where I had to re-read some sentences because there needed to be some editing, but it wasn’t horribly distracting from the story. I thought the theory of the character’s experience was interesting. I don’t want to give any spoilers so I’m not sure how else to say that, but if you read the book, you’ll know what I’m referencing.
Overall a pretty good read. I was able to get through it in an afternoon.

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I Will Bury You by Brandy Nacole – Review by Kerry Carr

I Will Bury YouI Will Bury You by Brandy Nacole
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Wow what a story. I was a little confused at the beginning as there is so many characters in the body of one person but once you work out which character is which the  book is very enjoyable and so gripping.

It follows the life of a girl called Ann. All her life she has been medicated for sleep apnea. However that’s not what the medication was for.

When Ann stops taking the medication and loses her mum her life seems to spiral out of control. With moments of blackouts and no idea what’s happening and strange thing happening including murder. Is Ann responsible for it all? Is she a cold killer or is there more to Ann than anyone realises?

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Murder at Honeybee Lake (Shadow of a Doubt Book 2) by Jessica Aiken-Hall – Review by Emma Clawson

Murder at Honeybee Lake (Shadow of a Doubt, #2)Murder at Honeybee Lake by Jessica Aiken-Hall
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Jessica Aiken-Hall has done it again with Murder at Honeybee Lake. This is a wonderful novel filled with suspense and drama. I absolutely love her novels and this one didn’t disappoint. Akien-Hall is a wonderful author that uses her imagination to draw in readers.

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Key West Dead (Jake Wolfe Book 6) by Mark Nolan – Review by Rachel Moss

Key West DeadKey West Dead by Mark Nolan
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Key West Dead (Jake Wolfe Book 6) by Mark Nolan was another great read! I think this was the most exciting of the series by far. It was enthralling, and thrilling, and entertaining and very interesting. I felt like I was watching an episode of my favorite crime show when I read this book. I swear, I think each book in this series just keeps getting better and better. This one has definitely been my favorite so far. Kudos to Nolan on this great series!

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Murder at Honeybee Lake (Shadow of a Doubt Book 2) by Jessica Aiken-Hall – Review by Jenni Bishop

Murder at Honeybee Lake (Shadow of a Doubt, #2)Murder at Honeybee Lake by Jessica Aiken-Hall
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

4.5 stars

Murder at Honeybee Lake (Shadow of a Doubt Book 2) by Jessica Aiken-Hall is a paranormal crime story. This gripping tale takes you on a tortuous journey that is full of mystery and intrigue and will have you on the edge of your seat. Jessica has very cleverly woven this tale of murder and mystery and mayhem that makes for a much compelling read. There are ghosts and deception, lies, and secrets and twists along the way make for a compelling read. Jessica is great at invoking emotions and the fear and tension are palpable. The intensity and the suspense of this tale will have you turning page after page with your heart in your throat.
Reviewed by @jennadb

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Murder at Honeybee Lake (Shadow of a Doubt Book 2) by Jessica Aiken-Hall – Review by Heidi Schoolman

Murder at Honeybee Lake (Shadow of a Doubt, #2)Murder at Honeybee Lake by Jessica Aiken-Hall
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the second book in the Shadow of a Doubt series. This is a Paranormal Crime novel and is 318 pages. This story follows Randy, an author, and Ben, his boyfriend. Randy loves the lake. It is peaceful and he is also going to ask his boyfriend to go further in their relationship. But all that gets chucked out the window when a body floats up in the water. Mandy, Randy’s sister, drops everything to help him and enlists the help of her SIL, Tessa. Tessa is a medium and contacts the victim’s spirit, but everything is pointing to Randy as the murderer. Now Randy really needs to solve this problem. Heads up – this story could cause triggers in some.

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Murder at Honeybee Lake (shadow of a doubt book 2) by Jessica Aiken-Hall – Reviwed by Laura-Jane Minnie

Murder at Honeybee Lake (Shadow of a Doubt, #2)Murder at Honeybee Lake by Jessica Aiken-Hall
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

What a great book, just as good as the first one. I could not put it down, I was intrigued from the start, there is so much raw emotion, I connected with it alot. If domestic violence is a trigger for you I would not recommend this book to you. Otherwise if you can get past that issue, it is a well written story about a murder that starts with lies and deceit.

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Key West Dead (Jake Wolfe Book 6) by Mark Nolan – Review by Kerry Carr

Key West DeadKey West Dead by Mark Nolan
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I have read several of these adventure about Jake and Cody and they get better every time. The author does an amazing job of making the story come alive with descriptions of the locations to the thoughts and feelings the characters are experiencing. This book had me gripped from the first page and didn’t let go.

In this book we find Jake and Sarah attending a former marines wedding. However things aren’t happily ever after when the couple leave on honeymoon and their boat blows up.
Why did their boat explode? Who would want to kill them? Was it a random one off attack?

This is what Jake and his trusted dog Cody are going to find out. As time goes on and there are more attacks the attacker is getting closer and more personal. When the attacker sets his sights on Cody, Jake will stop at nothing to bring this person down.

Will he succeed before its too late? Or will the attacker get what he wants to destroy Jake and Cody?

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Savage (Ash Park Series Book 10) by Meghan O’Flynn – Review by Melissa Agena

Savage: An Ash Park Novel (Volume 10)Savage: An Ash Park Novel by Meghan O’Flynn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

And….he’s back! Detective Petrosky is on his next deadly mission. Savage is Book 10 in the Ash Park Novel series by Meghan O’Flynn. Detective Edward Petrosky is in search of a lethal killer when they find the newborn baby of his regular server at the diner he normally goes to. This time he needs to dig deep and far to figure out this one! Everything in his life is starting to fall in line and everything is good when he figures out that all signs turn the same murderer that killed his partner many years ago. I swear, this series just keeps getting better and better! I love all of the twists and turns that are intertwined with story. You start at page one and you seriously cannot put it down. I get so involved with the storyline that I suddenly immerse myself in it and the next thing you know, I’m working right along with them to solve this case! I seriously cannot say enough about this book or this series. In my opinion, you should read this series from the beginning because you may get lost in the timeline. But, you can read this book on its own. You won’t be disappointed! Trust me!

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Key West Dead (Jake Wolfe Book 6) by Mark Nolan – Review by Elizabeth Sanchez

Key West DeadKey West Dead by Mark Nolan
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Key West Dead is the most recent, 6th book in the Jake Wolfe series by Mark Nolan. This book, like those before it, are packed full of adventure. Jake and his dog Cody are always getting in the middle of trouble, and this is no exception. The book starts off with Jake attending a wedding of his close friend in Key West, Fl. Before the end of the first couple chapters, a boat explodes, friends are dead, and there is a serial bomber/terrorist making threats of more to come. Insert Jake, his dog Cody, and their best friend, cop, Terrell. The book is filled with suspense, keeping you on the edge of your seat. I didn’t want to put it down from start to finish, and love seeing the relationship of Jake and Sarah evolve. There is bound to be more books coming, because I don’t think Nolan would end the series before their marriage. So I look forward for the next in the series. Keep ’em coming!

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Key West Dead (Jake Wolfe Book 6) by Mark Nolan – Review by Betsy Melano

Key West DeadKey West Dead by Mark Nolan
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Key Wast Dead (Jake Wolfe Book 6) by Mark Nolan is great! It’s been a while since I’ve read a thrilling crime novel and this one hit the spot. Although I haven’t read the other books in the series, I was able to figure out the main characters pretty quickly. I love that Jake and Cody work together to solve crimes. In this book, they are searching for a bomber who is terrorizing Key West by blowing up yachts, threatening some of Jake’ military buddies, and demanding money from the county. Following Jake and Cody work to find the bomber was thrilling. I can’t wait to pick up the earlier books and read more about the Jake & Cody combo.

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I Will Bury You by Brandy Nacole – Review by Amanda DelFemine

I Will Bury YouI Will Bury You by Brandy Nacole
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

What happens when the darkness comes? Who do you have left to turn to when everyone is dying? I Will Bury You by Brandy Nacole is a story of death, love, and beginning a new journey. A mysterious mob looking man shows up at Ann’s mothers funeral. Who could he be and why was he there?

Ann is your typical 18-year-old trying to find her way through life with hopes and dreams of going off to college. It wasn’t until her Aunt Meredith dropped the bomb on her that she will be moving into a retirement home and that Ann needs to live her own life in Boston and not to worry about her.

A lot of families have skeletons in their closet and Anns family is no different. Aunt Meredith suggested that Ann shouldn’t take too much time up in the attic because there is not much up there but junk. That only made Ann more curious as to why her Aunt didn’t want her up there and what treasures she would find. What kind of secrets await Ann?

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I Will Bury You by Brandy Nacole – Review by Karen Pearman

I Will Bury YouI Will Bury You by Brandy Nacole
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This thriller was AMAZING! Seriously, it was unlike any other thriller I have ever read. The author did an amazing job with the plot twists that kept me on the edge of my seat trying to figure it out. I was so engrossed in this book that I didn’t want to put it down. In fact, I stayed up almost all night to finish it and gosh was I floored by the turns that it took and the ending. My theories kept changing but I wasn’t ready for the ending that she knocked me out with. I think the writer did a wonderful job piecing the story together to fill it with not only suspense, but great deception as well. The characters were great, and it was exceptionally well written. This was the first book I have read from this author, but I am looking forward to reading more by her. Don’t pass up your chance to read a really great book in this thriller.

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Our Wicked Lies by Gledé Browne Kabongo

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Our Wicked Lies by Gledé Browne Kabongo
Genre – Psychological thriller > domestic thriller
Page Count – 332 pages

Her marriage is to die for…
Alicia Gray knows she’s a lucky woman. With a gorgeous, successful husband who whisks her away on romantic trips, a beautiful home in one of the country’s richest zip codes, and two wonderful daughters, life couldn’t be better. However, she’s about to learn that an enviable marriage comes at a deadly cost.
Who is Faith, and why are dozens of emails between her and Alicia’s husband hidden in his draft folder? Why were the messages never sent? As Alicia embarks on a desperate quest to uncover Faith’s identity, a shocking death hits close to home and sends her reeling. Was it a tragic accident or something more sinister?
In this beautiful town of wealth and privilege, nothing is as it seems, and everyone has something to hide. While Alicia struggles under the weight of dark secrets from her own past, someone knows more than they’re saying— someone who knows the truth will come at a devastating price.
Emotionally gripping and expertly plotted, this heart-pounding, compulsive read is the perfect domestic thriller for fans of The Wife Between Us, The Husband’s Secret and The Couple Next Door.

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Gledé Browne Kabongo writes gripping, unputdownable psychological thrillers—unflinching tales of deception, secrecy, danger and family. She is the Eric Hoffer, Next Generation Indie, IPPY and National Indie Excellence Award-winning author of the Fearless Series, Our Wicked Lies, Swan Deception, and Conspiracy of Silence.

Her novel Winds of Fear was voted one of 24 Books to Read During the Coronavirus  by Rhode Island Monthly Magazine.

Gledé holds a master’s degree in communications, and has spoken at multiple industry events including the Boston Book Festival. She is a member of Sisters in Crime (SinC), Crime Writers of Color (CWoC), and The Association of Rhode Island Authors (ARIA). She’s also an instructor with the New Hampshire Writers Project (NHWP) where she leads workshops and webinars on fiction writing and publishing. She  lives outside Boston with her husband and two sons

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I Will Bury You by Brandy Nacole – Review by Erica Fish

I Will Bury YouI Will Bury You by Brandy Nacole
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Brandy Nacole is a new author to me and she did not disappoint with this book. I Will Bury You is a psychological thriller. The attention to detail is amazing. The plotline is engaging and realistic. The characters are well written, complex, and fully developed. I found myself turning the pages because I need to know what was going to happen next. I will caution you that you do not want to move too fast because you may just miss a clue to what is going to happen. In this book, the main character is a young lady who is really having coping issues. She is lost and losing herself. Those around her are being killed. She needs to get into survival mode because she doesn’t know what is coming up next. I do not want to give too much information. So I highly recommend this book to see if you can find out what is going to happen in the end.

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Key West Dead (Jake Wolfe Book 6) by Mark Nolan – Review by Cindy Mayberry

Key West DeadKey West Dead by Mark Nolan
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Key West Dead
Jake Wolfe
Book 6
By Mark Nolan
☆☆☆☆☆
This is a full length suspenseful crime story. Be ready to read this non stop action packed Thriller.
Jake Wolfe and Cody (His service dog) are back, and in full force. While attending a wedding with many of his service buddy’s. One couple is targeted, Cody sensing trouble let out a warning. In the blink of an eye the sailboat explodes killing the newlyweds. Jack not only lost his brother he lost his friend. Somebody out there is setting IEDS and Jake and Cody needs to stop him.
Mark Nolan has written this action packed, fast paced thriller. I was caught up in it the moment I opened the book. The suspense and other emotions are brought to the surface in this story. Just when you think everything is winding down, think again. This is one series I will never forget. The characters Jake and Cody as well as others, keep this story going. I am looking forward to reading more from Mark Nolan. Job Well Done Mark Nolan!

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I Will Bury You by Brandy Nacole – Review by Erica Shoebridge

I Will Bury YouI Will Bury You by Brandy Nacole
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I loved the complex character of Ann. She’s smart, real, and haunted by a darkness she can barely see the edges of. This story moved at a great pace, and revealed the mysteries bit by bit which kept me engaged throughout. This would have been a great read for a teen (which I am not) but is also interesting for adult readers of YA. Definitely recommend, give it a try!

Reviewed by @ericalorraine
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Maggie (Maggie Trilogy Book 1) AUDIO BOOK by Mya O’Malley – Review by Carly Vogler

Wow! Be prepared to listen to this book all in one sitting. At about 10 hours in length, this story is riveting from the start.

Maggie by Mya O’Malley, is a marvelous creation! I love the way it is written from different characters points of view. You really feel as though you are in the story with them.

Naomi is running from a mentally unstable ex-boyfriend and falls right into a home near a cemetery. After her cat seems drawn to a particular grave, Naomi delves deep into the young girl’s “accidental” death and finds herself befriending a spirit.

Naomi is quickly falling for a few guys in the neighborhood, but isn’t sure who she can trust as her research starts bringing up some surprising accusations. Can Naomi solve the mystery of young Maggie’s death while staying sane? Or with she get caught in harms way
and lose everything?

Safe Harbor: A Logan McKenna Mystery Book 5 AUDIO BOOK by Valerie Davisson – Review by Betsy Melano

Safe Harbor (A Logan McKenna Mystery Book 5) by Valerie Davisson is a crime novel that I got sucked into right away. I love finding a great mystery full of suspense and intrigue. First of all, Logan McKenna’s mother shows up at Logan’s home out of nowhere with no explanation. Soon after her mother showing up, Logan heads out on a much needed vacation with her family to Oregon’s Pacific coast. All of a sudden this vacation to relax and enjoy time with family turns into Logan finding herself as one of the suspects of a murder investigation. How could this have happened, Logan is just visiting the town. What could she do to find out who the murderer is?

Mary Ann Jacobs narrated this audio book. Her voice is easy to listen to and I appreciated her use of slightly different tone of voice for different characters. I would be happy to listen to a book that Mary Ann Jacobs narrates in the future.

I Will Bury You by Brandy Nacole – Review by Heidi Schoolman

I Will Bury YouI Will Bury You by Brandy Nacole
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is a Crime novel and is 156 pages. This is an epic crime read! I am pretty sure I was on the edge of my seat the whole time I was reading this one. You seriously cannot put this down. The way this author wrote the book had your imagination running wild. I found myself having to slow down so I could take it all in. The family lies and secrets would be enough to push anyone over the edge.

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Murder at Honeybee Lake (Shadow of a Doubt Book 2) by Jessica Aiken-Hall – Review by Bobbi Wagner

Murder at Honeybee Lake (Shadow of a Doubt Book 2)Murder at Honeybee Lake by Jessica Aiken-Hall
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I enjoyed this book. This the second book in this series which I highly suggest reading the previous book to help your enrichment of this series. This is a well written story that kept me turning pages to the end. This is an engaging story that has characters that brought the story to life on every page. This is about Randy, an author who is ready to take his relationship to another level while he is at Honeybee Lake. What will happen when murder throws a curve ball into his plans? Will he be able to find answers to his questions before it is too late? This is a really great story. The characters really made the story for me and Randy is my favorite. I am happy I picked up this book and so will you be. I highly recommend this book.

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I Will Bury You by Brandy Nacole – Review by Kaitlynn Taylor

I Will Bury YouI Will Bury You by Brandy Nacole
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I Will Bury You by Brandy Nacole

4-stars

I Will Bury You was quite the YA thriller read. I was intrigued from the very start and enjoyed the storyline. The author managed to keep me on the edge of my seat from the beginning until the very end, constantly guessing about the outcome. I enjoyed the complex, intense, disturbing and action-packed storyline. It was certainly nothing like I had ever read before.

There were just a few things missing for me, at times I had to reread and go back a couple chapters thinking I had missed reading something since it seemed like a detail was missing but that wasn’t the case. So, I found myself having to piece a few things together on my own.

This was my first book by this author but I look forward to reading more from her in the future!

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