The Murders of Lillian Ross by Sirena Van Schaik
This novel has a very chilling plot. I learn how it grips you from the beginning. Van Schaik doesn’t leave any stone unturned. She really makes you think about how one event in life can change everything. I love how detailed this novel is. Highly recommended but be warned it has some intense triggers.
From The Ashes: a gripping psychological thriller by Rowena Holloway
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
From The Ashes: a gripping psychological thriller (Ashes to Ashes Book 3)
by Rowena Holloway
This is the third and final book in this series and boy does it pack a punch. As soon as I picked it up I wasn’t able to put it down until I read the last word. This story is full of lies, deceit, intrigue, danger, suspense, and so much more. Charlotte has essentially risked everything, her career and reputation most of all but that doesn’t stop her. This book had me on the edge of my seat trying to read faster to find out what the outcome was going to be. This is a must read!! I don’t want to give anything away but I will say that this will definitely entertain you. The author did an exceptional job writing a gripping thriller in this wonderful series.
From The Ashes by Rowena Holloway
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
From The Ashes: a gripping psychological thriller (Ashes to Ashes Book 3)
By: Rowena Holloway
5 out of 5 stars
The story From The Ashes: a gripping psychological thriller (Ashes to Ashes Book 3) by Rowena Holloway is an entertaining and intense book to read. It pulls you in from the very beginning and doesn’t let go until the last page. It is suspenseful and I found myself on the edge of my seat wondering what is going to happen next. I enjoyed reading about the character of journalist Charlotte Ashe. She is looking into a story that will lead her down paths that she never thought she would find herself. As she tries to find out the truth will the danger that goes with her investigation overcome her? Who can she trust? What does the future hold for Charlotte? Read this book to find out. This story had me feeling like I was in the story right along with the characters. There are twists and turns that I didn’t see coming. There are also additional characters that I enjoyed reading about and their interactions with Charlotte. Don’t miss out on a book that is intriguing with an amazing storyline. I highly recommend it.
From The Ashes by Rowena Holloway
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
From the Ashes is the third and final book in the Ashes to Ashes series and was an amazing read! The action begins right from the get go and it definitely doesn’t stop until the very end. I would absolutely recommend reading this series in order to fully appreciate it. I love this authors writing, she is able to drag me into her stories straight away – she has a thrilling writing style that keeps my interest throughout. I have to say, I think this book may be my favourite from the series, I loved the first two but Ms Holloway definitely took this thrilling read to the next level. There were some great twists and turns in the story and I loved that I was kept guessing from beginning to end. I have loved reading about Charlotte in this series, she is a fantastic character!
This really has been a wonderful series and one that I highly recommend reading! I look forward to reading more from this author again in the future!
From The Ashes by Rowena Holloway
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
From the Ashes – a gripping psychological thriller by Rowena Holloway is the third book in the Ashes to Ashes series. I do not recommend trying to read as a standalone book. This series and the characters have grown with each book. This is a gripping thriller that will keep you on the edge of your seat. When I thought it was winding down something else would be discovered or happen. I really enjoy the character Charlotte and have enjoyed reading about her and seeing her grow as a character. I will definitely be looking for more from this author in the future.
From The Ashes: a gripping psychological thriller by Rowena Holloway
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
From The Ashes: a gripping psychological thriller (Ashes to Ashes Book 3) by Rowena Holloway
5 stars
So much has happened to Charlotte in this series, if she could catch a break but that doesn’t happen here either.
So many twists and turns and the Lies! I’m afraid to even say anything about this story as I don’t want to spoil this book.
Again im transported into the story and forget I’m reading as i feel like i am there going through everything that is happening. I can’t wait to see what this author writes next as this series was amazing.
From The Ashes by Rowena Holloway
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
From The Ashes was a thrilling 5 star read and the third and final book in the Ashes to Ashes series. I was excited to get this final book.
You get pulled in right from the beginning. Charlotte is a journalist who is looking for the truth behind some recent deaths. She is trying to put the pieces together to help solve the mystery. The closer she gets to figuring out things the more dangerous it gets.
There is so much more to this great read. I was on the edge of my seat waiting to see what was coming next. All of the secondary characters added a great element to the story. There are several twists and turns. Rowena Holloway does a great job of pulling you right in with her writing, I can’t wait to read more from her. If you’re looking for a great read, 1-click and get started today.
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From The Ashes by Rowena Holloway
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
From The Ashes – a gripping psychological thriller (Ashes to Ashes Book 3) by Rowena Holloway is an enthralling and engrossing read. I enjoyed the other two books in this series but I really loved this one. Just when you thought you had it all worked out, BAM Rowena sent us careening down a different route. This cleverly woven tale lives up to it being a gripping psychological thriller in every way.
Charlotte has lost it all and has decided to take a job that is so far out of her range of skills but is also rewarding. But it is also fraught with lies and secrets, love and loss, danger and murder. It is a veritable of whodunit. Ever the journalist inside, she sets about and uncovers secrets of Blaxon Hall.
This is a quick but good read and before you know it, it has ended but not before you try to puzzle out the thrills and spills. This is a must read. I look forward as always to more from Rowena.
Reviewed by @jennadb
From The Ashes by Rowena Holloway
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
5 Star
From The Ashes: a gripping psychological thriller (Ashes to Ashes Book 3) by Rowena Holloway is a psychological thriller that will have you on the edge of your seat trying to figure out what happens next. I can’t recommend this series enough, if you haven’t already read the first two books I’d recommend reading them first so you know what is going on. I literally couldn’t put it down till I finished. The characters are very well developed and easy to follow I found myself lost in the pages and felt as if I was right there with them. Find out what happens next in this absolute must read. I can’t wait to see what this Author brings us next.
From The Ashes by Rowena Holloway
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
From the Ashes is the third book in the Ashes to Ashes series. I recommend reading the previous books before this one.
This story starts off with a bang. It’s intense right from the beginning and you just can’t stop reading. Part of what makes this book so suspenseful is the back and forth of the timeline. It keeps the answers just out of reach and creates the drive to keep focused so you can figure it all out.
I won’t get into details, because I don’t want to give away any of the plot turns. Suffice it to say, this book is spectacularly suspenseful, marvelously mysterious, and a dangerously delicious read.
From The Ashes by Rowena Holloway
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
From The Ashes: a gripping psychological thriller (Ashes to Ashes Book 3) by Rowena Holloway. Once again this author has left me a bit speechless and a lot breathless. We’re taking once again on a ride that leaves you with your jaw hanging open. From start to finish I was on the edge of my seat and found myself trying to read as fast as possible to see what was coming next. The characters are so well written you forget sometimes you are reading a book. I found myself completely drawn into this world the author has created and completely hooked from word one! There’s twists and turns I’d never seen coming and loved every minute of it. This author is quickly becoming one of my go to authors and if you haven’t started yet you should definitely give a try. I’m excited to see where the author takes readers next. This book had me hooked it’s well written and paced nicely never feeling rushed or lacking anything. Five stars all the way and highly recommended!
From The Ashes by Rowena Holloway
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
I love the covers in this series. There is something about them that I was just drawn to. They have a unique feel to them and I think perfectly fits with the series.
FROM THE ASHES is the third and final book in the “Ashes to Ashes” series and it is my opinion that this series should be read in order. This author has a very distinctive writing style and tells a very detailed tale.
As with the other books in the series, I did find myself skimming a little bit because I wanted to know what was going on faster than I could read. This is a great psychological thriller and at times I was twisting and turning to figure out what was going on.
While this was my first series by this author, it will not be my last.
review by @mauraharper
From The Ashes by Rowena Holloway
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
From the Ashes by Rowena Holloway is the conclusion of the Ashes to Ashes series. I highly recommend reading the first two books so you can follow the story. Holloway has been my new psychological thriller author. Her stories are captivating and engaging. Every time you think that the story will go this way, it will take a 180 degree turn. The characters are fully developed and complex, which allows you to follow them into every part of the story. Charlotte is that character. She is a journalist who just happens to stumble into a story of the Hall. She has a hard time because her eyes are not really looking at what is in front of her. She is trying to put a puzzle together. Will Charlotte find out what is going on at the Hall? Will it be too late? Sit back and enjoy the journey Charlotte will take you on.
From The Ashes by Rowena Holloway
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
I give From The Ashes – a gripping psychological thriller (Ashes to Ashes Book 3) by Rowena Holloway, 4 stars.
**This review may contain spoilers from previous books in the series.**
Charlotte had her career and life go up in smoke. Now she has decided to follow some possible leads and check out a brain injury clinic. The best way for her to do that it to get a job there. In reality, she needs the paycheck as much as she needs to find the truth. But the more she digs, the deeper the mystery appears. Plus it seems to tie into someone she can’t stop thinking about — Tyrone. Who is behind all the mysterious deaths? Can Charlotte get to the bottom of it in time? Are the people around her really what they seem?
The conclusion to this series, this is a superb book. It leads you off with the ending, then you go back and forth in the viewpoints of the different characters, following both what happens to lead up to the event and what happens directly after. The story is very gripping, you want to just who is to blame for everything, and I admit, I did not know until the end. Charlotte is a great character, she wants to know what is going on, but at the same time, she feels for these patients. Then there are the other people for whom we see viewpoints. Each and everyone different, but real. You are held on the edge of your seat until they can find out just who did it and why. I love this type of book.
If you enjoy psychological thrillers, this series and book are for you.
Review by @erinwolf79
From The Ashes by Rowena Holloway
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
OMG Charlotte has been through quite a lot since we first met her back in book one. This series has taken me on quite the journey, and have all led to this point. I have loved each book, but I definitely think Ms. Holloway has left the best till last.
From the Ashes is the third, and final book in the Ashes to Ashes series by Rowena Holloway. It is an intense psychological thriller that will tie you up in knots with the tightly woven and twisty plot. I was on the edge of my seat for most of the story- scrambling to read as quickly as I could so I could unravel the mystery, and put all the pieces together, before the final reveal. But, I had so many scenarios running through my head- Ms. Holloway twisted and turned the plot so well that I was left guessing right till the end.
I loved the gripping suspense, psychological ploys, clever mystery, dramatic developments, heightened tension, and intense danger which Ms. Holloway managed to imbue her story with. She definitely knows how to weave a great tale, and keep her readers glued to the pages.
I was both excited, and a little sad to get my hands on this book- as I really wanted to continue Charlotte’s journey, but at the same time I knew that this would be the concluding chapter. So, it has been a bit of a bittersweet experience.
Charlotte Ashe is the main character , whom we have met in the previous book/s- and she enters this story having her life turned upside down. She’s been through so much- at the cost of her career, reputation, credibility, friendships, and even to a degree, her self-respect. She has one ‘play’ left- and she throws herself into it headfirst. Her continuing obsession with Tyrone Gardner leads her to Blaxon Hall, a private ‘clinic’, where her journalistic senses recognise the threads of a story. She needs this story to pan out, because she’s got a lot riding on the outcome. Charlotte uncovers some mystery surrounding the recent deaths at the hall- and this is where the story really ramps up in intensity and interest. Charlotte couldn’t possibly predict the ensuing events- placing herself in incredible danger along the way. What will she sacrifice in order to get to the bottom of this investigation? Because when a fire breaks out at the hall, Charlotte is one of the missing people, What happened, you ask? Well, I don’t want to spoil it for you- so I really recommend grabbing yourself a copy of this fantastic thriller, and discover all the gripping developments for yourself.
WOW… this story is definitely a clever, edge of your seat read- and as I expected, is another great story from Rowena Holloway. I really can’t wait to see what she does next!
Thank you, Ms. Holloway!
Reviewed by @angelahayes
From The Ashes by Rowena Holloway
My rating: 4 of 5 starsFrom the Ashes by Rowena Holloway is the third book in the Ashes to Ashes series.
This book was a great addition to the series. It was engaging and so interesting. All the way through I was desperate to know what was going to happen.
This author really knows how to create a lasting story and one that will see you through a series. If you haven’t read anything by her then I recommend you trying this book immediately!
From The Ashes by Rowena Holloway
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Rowena Holloway has quickly become an author I can’t get enough of. I have been devouring her books a lot lately and the latest for me, From The Ashes, has to be one of my top favorites of hers. Holloway knows how to write some psychological and twisty suspense. I often feel as if my emotions are put through the ringer each time I embark on a journey with her books. I was on edge from the very beginning until that last bittersweet chapter. I can’t say enough good about the world building and attention to detail that is ever present in all of Rowena Holloway’s novels.
From The Ashes is book three of the Ashes to Ashes series, but they can be read as stand alone novels. I highly recommend that you read them all anyways! We get the story of Charlotte and she has a trippy road to take in this novel. Charlotte is a journalist seeking the truth about some questionable deaths at the Hall. As she starts to find things out and the closer she gets to the truth the crazier things seem. Just as they build to a head a fire leaves Charlotte among a group of missing people. I can assure you this one will have you reading just one more page, or till I figure this out, well past your bedtime! I know I was up well into the night because I just had to know what would come next. I can’t wait to see what will come next from the ever talented Rowena Holloway!
Review by @lizaileen
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From The Ashes by Rowena Holloway
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Holloway is a master storyteller. I was riveted to my seat from beginning to end. From the plot progression to the character development, I simply couldn’t put the book down. I was kept guessing from beginning to end. Loved the book and will absolutely recommend it to others!
Reviewed by @heatherlovelace
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From The Ashes by Rowena Holloway
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I loved this book. This author continues to impress me with her attention to detail and her engaging plots. I highly recommend reading the previous books, you won’t regret it. Charlotte is a journalist who uncovers some deaths at the Hall. The closer she becomes. the truth she realizes that things may not be as they seem. When a fire breaks out, she is among the missing. This is a page turner that I read in one sitting. This is a must read, I highly recommend it.
Review by @bjwagner
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Rowena Holloway is a reformed academic who discovered fiction writing was preferable to the real world. Her love of suspense fiction is thoroughly indulged through writing novels and short stories about Fractured Families and Killer Secrets. Her novels have been nominated for the Ned Kelly Award and semi-finaled in the Amazon Breakthrough Novel Award, and her short stories have been included in several anthologies including the Anthology of Award Winning Australian Writing.
The Flood by Meghan O’Flynn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
5 Star
The Flood by Meghan O’Flynn is a wonderfully written psychological thriller that I couldn’t put down once I started reading. I couldn’t turn the pages fast enough I had to know what happens next .What would you do if there’s no food or water ,everyone’s trapped and people are dying? Ask yourself how far would you be willing to go to survive The Flood? Chad,Victoria are stranded on a rooftop and thinking the absolute worst. They are among several other flood victims who have been evacuated but find themselves fighting someone else’s demons. Find out what happens next in this absolute must read. I highly recommend this book and can’t wait to read more from this Author.
The Flood by Meghan O’Flynn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Wow! Just Wow! The Flood by Meghan O’Flynn was an excellent little story. Tension and suspense all the way through. Honestly. It was difficult to put this book down. Chapter after chapter new situations and revelations. Ever have a day when you know something is not right, but so many things are wrong you can’t pinpoint what’s wrong. Yeah, it’s like that. It’s a bumpy ride as we hang with Victoria while she figures out what is going on and what she can do about it.
The Flood by Meghan O’Flynn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
The Flood
By Meghan O’Flynn
5 out of 5 Stars
Five stars does not do justice to this book! I was on the edge of my seat from the very first page! Miss O’Flynn shows great detail and emotion as she spun a tale of fear and survival. The characters strive to survive while figuring out why they are together in the first place. The mixture of camaraderie and mistrust left me second guessing who to trust. Page after page, the mystery builds.
I highly recommend this book. Anyone who enjoys a mystery with a creepy feel should grab a copy of this book. Meghan O’Flynn is a masterful storyteller.
Review by Rhonda Pulk.
The Flood by Meghan O’Flynn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Wow! What a book! What an epic and brilliant introduction to this amazing author. I have been utterly captivated and entranced by this read! I was utterly taken back by this book on how gripped I was as it isn’t my usual genre but boy was I on the edge of my seat with anticipation wondering what dark and twisted things were to come! Even with how dark this read was it was thrilling from the start and had my nerves on end. It’s also a book that you can’t help but try and connect the dots between the characters and the storyline. Through this book, you felt like you were living out the story of the main character, as though you were fighting all that was against you.
For how much of a psychological thriller read this was it should be a bad thing to say how gripping and brilliant this book was but until you read it and get as captivated as I did you will just have to take my word for how good it really was! I can’t wait to read more from Meghan O’Flynn and what else she has to offer for me to delve into!
Reviewed By @tillytillzz
The Flood by Meghan O’Flynn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
The Flood by Meghan O’Flynn. Let me start by saying Meghan O’Flynn is one of my very favorite authors. This book just goes right in there with her other amazing reads. Once you start this you can’t put it down because you have to know what happens next. Its Louisiana and an unprecedented storm is occurring. Victoria Larson and her husband Chad are sitting on the roof of their home watching their beloved city turn into a lake with another massive storm heading their way. They’ve had no food or water for 3 days and don’t see any way in site of getting any until Wendy shows up in a boat and whisks them away to a water proof bunker. Once they get there Victoria goes on high alert because there is a lock on the outside of the door and the food boxes are empty. What is going on? How are all these people going to survive if there is no food. She’s also getting the weird vibe that everyone knows Wendy from before the flood. Are they all in a big plot together against her or is her mind just going crazy from lack of nutrition. This book poses the all important questions “what lengths would you go to in order to survive?” This book is a emotional roller coaster and I honestly didn’t know what was going to happen from one chapter to the next. Its a great book!
The Flood by Meghan O’Flynn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Every time I pick up a book by this author I wonder what I’m going to be in for and I have to say The Flood certainly had my overactive imagination going long after I have read it – thankfully I chose to read it in the day!! I was completely hooked from beginning to end – she certainly has a way of capturing your attention and not letting go until the end. The storyline was gripping and that continued throughout the whole story. I will say this isn’t a story where I particularly connected with the characters because I think I was too busy trying to guess what was going to happen! I was certainly kept guessing the whole way through!
The Flood is a fabulous read and definitely one not to be missed!!!
The Flood by Meghan O’Flynn
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
The Flood: A Novel
By Meghan O’Flynn
The Flood by Meghan O’Flynn, is a dark read for sure. The book is nothing like I thought it was going to be. It messed with my head a little bit and I was glad I read it in the day time, certainly not a night time read for me. This is not the first book I have read by this author but is the first book by her that has had me a little nervous about what is happening on the next page. It will have you wondering what you would do in order to stay alive. This book will be awesome for those who like gruesome stories. But it wasn’t a book for me and is not one of my favourites by Meghan. But I do have to say Meghan has such a way in character building. So if you like dark and gruesome stories you need to read this book.
The Flood by Meghan O’Flynn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Oh my heavens. What a spellbinding thrill ride! I wanted to read as fast as I could as well as I hide while I was devouring the pages. O’Flynn is simply brilliant, scary, meticulous, and engaging. This roller coaster is masterfully crafted to leave the reading screaming for their lives while screaming for more. Simply mesmerizing!
Reviewed by @heatherlovelace
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The Flood by Meghan O’Flynn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
The Flood by Meghan O’Flynn was an amazing book that truly pulled me in and had me on the edge of my seat. From beginning to end, I was HOOKED! Hurricanes have battered the coastal town where Victoria and her husband Chad live. They watch the Levees be destroyed and right when they give up hope, a rescue lead by Windy saves them and takes them to a waterproof bunker. It doesn’t take long for her to see that things are not right and even her husband seems to know more than Windy. Are the people around her victims of the storms? How long can they all last without food?
The web weaved in this book caught me right away, and I didn’t want get out of the world the author created. The book had suspense, drama, suspense, and a story that will hook any reader. I highly recommend this five star read!!
The Flood by Meghan O’Flynn
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
The Flood by Meghan O’Flynn is a psychological thriller that will certainly make you want to run and hide. It will mess with your psyche and leave you looking over your shoulder and making sure the lights are on. Beware it is one story that is very, very twisted and dark and definitely mess with your stomach. It kind of reminded me of that movie Saw. The intensity of the situation seven unlikely people find themselves in is palpable. They soon realise that it is a fight for their lives and one that many may not win.
Meghan has done a great job of building the suspense and leaving you clueless as to what will happen next. This is one story that will not leave you with the warm and fuzzies, it will leave you with a chill and wondering what is around the corner.
Reviewed by @jennadb
