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Black Canvas by Laura Rossi – Review by Kaitlynn Taylor

Black CanvasBlack Canvas by Laura Rossi
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Black Canvas by Lauren Rossi

5-stars

Wow!! This psychological thriller was simply phenomenal!! This book had me sitting on the edge of my seat the whole way through, I had zero idea of how this story would play out, which made it so incredibly entertaining!! I was so captivated by this storyline that I ended up reading it in one sitting as I got so caught up in the story forgetting about real life.

This author wrote such a twisted tale, one that was intense, captivating, complex, and so spine tingling. I haven’t read a book like this one in so long, one that gave me all the feels! Honestly, I have nothing bad to say about this one, I loved it so much and would absolutely recommend it to everyone!

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Black Canvas by Laura Rossi – Review by Kerry Carr

Black CanvasBlack Canvas by Laura Rossi
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Wow I really don’t know where to start with this book. It is definately an amazing psychological Thriller which will keep you gripped from start to finish. The author does such an amazing job with the characters and the story tells and there are so many twists and turns that you even find yourself questioning your own sanity. With so many stories you never know who is telling the truth and which stories are lies. The author does an amazing job at building so many smoke screens into this book that when you think you have a handle on it something changes your views and ideas all over again.

Aria is a psychologist. After losing one of her patients she is struggling to come to terms with it, feeling like it was her fault and that she missed something. Added to this confusion the stress of a divorcee from her cheating husband and Aria has  a lot to deal with. When the police call her in to speak to a young woman found injured on the streets Aria realises this is something big and very dangerous. As she finds herself getting more dragged into her new case she also relives her old case and her patient that died. Could the two cases be linked in some way?
As we delve deeper into her patients minds and also see a side to Aria coming out. A side that has demons and holds secrets of their own. Through the steps Aria learns how freeing it is when we sometimes wear a mask that is different to the mask we wear everyday.

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Black Canvas by Laura Rossi – Review by Lorrene Huisman

Black CanvasBlack Canvas by Laura Rossi
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I love a book that does a good twisted psychological thriller, but this author literally took that and blew me away and then twisted me around a few more times! I was totally hooked and immersed in the writing and the story and what it gave to me as a reader! Holy crud this was so freaking good! Seriously!!

The book, I found everything really ties in the more you get into it! You get the basics when you first start if your like me you get a bunch of questions and wonder when you first start reading to what is and what came to be sort of thing. I got hooked rather quickly with this book I would say, the thrill of the read was certainly there, and shock and twists literally kept popping up at every turn! Loved this book!

I found often as I read through, I knew the truth of things to say the least, but shortly after I was wrong. This was a constant consistency through out the book for sure. I loved that fine detail. The author did a great engaging psychological book that truly was capable of twisting the reader’s mind, literally every blink of my eyes, I felt shocked and impressed with the writing. The story and the truth as it begins to unfold really keeps you at the edge of the seat. You really need to read this to see what I am talking about and untangle the web yourself! You will not be disappointed, I assure you that!

The book was mesmerizing in all the details it held. The writing was absolutely perfect, and was amazing book of its genre! I could not get enough of this story and its unraveling. Seriously, amazing book. I do with all my soul highly recommend this must read1 Its a book surely not to be missed out on!

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Black Canvas by Laura Rossi – Review by Nakyshia Leger

Black CanvasBlack Canvas by Laura Rossi
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What a thrilling read! I love suspenseful stories and this one had me holding my breath while my heart raced! Unpredictable twists and turns had me guessing right until the very last page. Some stories are easy to predict but not this one. This is the dark kind of story that leaves you pondering long after the book has closed. I found myself questioning not only the book but myself and others around me as well. There are very few books that have shaken me the way this one did. Everyone should read this book!

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Black Canvas by Laura Rossi – Review by Shea Gilkerson

Black CanvasBlack Canvas by Laura Rossi
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book was such an awesome read, even if you aren’t regularly a psychological thriller fan. It is dark, it is beautiful, it is about the different parts of ourselves and who we want to be. There are many moments when it feels obvious what has happened, but you get more nuances and details and find yourself at a loss for guessing the story, over and over.

Control makes people do crazy things – sometimes to seek control, sometimes to let go of it. Aria’s story is so wonderfully woven that you won’t stop thinking about it after you’ve completed the book. This book is about the different parts of her and the occurrences that have led to the telling of her story. The author filled this book with so many excellent zigs and zags, I didn’t want to put it down.

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Black Canvas by Laura Rossi – Review by Corine Lombardi

Black CanvasBlack Canvas by Laura Rossi
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is officially one of the best books I ever read!
It is hard to review this genre because anything can give you a clue of what’s going to happen.
This was a slow suspended challenging read in the best way.
Every page brings questions and you have no idea what is real.
Once you finish you still may question reality.
Aria is questioning herself, mentally physically emotionally.
What is wrong with me?
What type of person am I?
What is my purpose?
Everything you thought you know, you don’t.
This author is masterful in creating the idea that you are living through this protagonist.
This read is unforgettable, this will have you going back and forth thinking you missed something.
The ending is a hit to the gut.
Prepare yourself for one of the best reads in this genre.
Standing ovation on this I am still amazed.

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Black Canvas by Laura Rossi – Review by stephanie nicole

Black CanvasBlack Canvas by Laura Rossi
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I have never read anything by this author, but I have to admit that the cover of this book and its title had me very intrigued from the beginning.This book has so much to offer its thought provoking, dark, tense, and twisted. This story is such an intricately woven story, that you’ll never see what’s coming next. Full of secrets, mind games, deception and more, there are so many twists and turns might feel a little crazy by the end. This author gives us not only a fantastic story by fantastic characters to go along with it. Their lives all connected by dark things including manipulation and more. While physiological thrillers are not normally my thing this one was fantastic and I highly recommend.

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Black Canvas by Laura Rossi – Review by Kerry Baker

Black CanvasBlack Canvas by Laura Rossi
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What an intriguing story. This is one of those books that will keep you completely captivated from start to finish.  The book is so intense and dark.  I could not look away from what I was reading.  So many times I thought I had this book figured out and each time I was wrong.  This author turns you upside down and inside out and you really have no clue what is happening.
This is one of those books you just have to read and I would urge you to do so today. This is a fantastically thrilling story that will grip your attention and make you question so much. Just amazing.

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Dead Sound by Anise Eden – Review by Char Wahtomy-Alba

Dead Sound (Things Unseen, #1)Dead Sound by Anise Eden

When Neve got back to work at the hospital as a mental health worker she didn’t expect the welcome she received. She is just returning after being on leave as she was recovering from being stabbed by a patient. How is one to react when all the patients in the unit start bowing and chanting your name? Little does she know that she will have to play detective when the leader of this group tells her she is to stop the coming apocalypse before going into a mysterious coma. What is it that she is supposed to be stopping exactly? Join Neve and her good friend Cornelius “Con” O’Brien as they follow the clues to expose the corruption.

Fall to Pieces by Becky Flade – Review by Char Wahtomy-Alba

Fall to PiecesFall to Pieces by Becky Flade

Lexi Danvers has been having a rough go of things since she lost her husband. Her superiors and fellow detectives feel she is a loose cannon due to her extracurricular activities outside of work. They are trying to find any reason they can to push her out and hired Xavier Knight, a specialist of sorts from Internal Affairs to investigate her. The last thing Xavier expected was to be attracted to his subject and start entertaining the idea of putting down roots of any kind. Lexi didn’t expect to have the walls she worked so hard to build be torn down so easily. While trying to figure the ins and outs of a potential relationship they are on the hunt for a murderer who hunts the innocent. Will they be able to do their respective jobs without jeopardizing not only their careers, but an entire investigation?

There are a few heavy subjects talked about in this book that are trigger warnings. Admittedly I had a bit of trouble getting past the first few pages due to what was happening, but I knew it was coming from the synopsis. Overall though I enjoyed the book from start to finish and would definitely read more books by this author.

Black Canvas by Laura Rossi – Review by Angela Hayes

Black CanvasBlack Canvas by Laura Rossi
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

 

5 Stars

 

Black Canvas by Laura Rossi.
Well, that was completely unexpected read- in a really great way!
This is a completely mindboggling and gripping psychological thriller that had me ensnared pretty much from the beginning. As I had not read any of this author’s work before, I really wasn’t expecting such a cleverly woven story- so colour me impressed! It was a little slow to get going, but soon took off and I had to strap in for one heck of a mind-bending ride.
The story is quite original, beautifully dark, complex, tense, intriguing, unpredictable, and entirely unforgettable. I would love to go into detail here- but the story is so cleverly stitched together that I think you should dive in and let the author, and her twisted tale, surprise you. So, no spoilers from me.
I highly recommend this book and I am looking forward to exploring more from this talented author!
Happy reading!

Thank you, Laura Rossi!

 

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Black Canvas by Laura Rossi – Review by Jenny See

Black CanvasBlack Canvas by Laura Rossi
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was a new author for me and I’m excited to see what else she’s written. I absolutely LOVE psychological thrillers and this one is perfection! I read it in one sitting. It has so many twists and turns to keep you on your toes and guessing. This story has a way of pulling you in and not letting you go until the very end. This is definitely one of my favorite books this year!

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Black Canvas by Laura Rossi – Review by Rayne East

Black CanvasBlack Canvas by Laura Rossi
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Hold onto your breath thriller
Speechless – that is what this book rendered me. Absolutely mind blown. My heart raced and stopped at different points throughout this book. Once I started reading I was glued right up until the end. Questions ran through my head non-stop and I just had to keep turning the pages to find out more. Dark, gritty and suspenseful this is a brilliant psychological thriller that will have you enthralled from page 1.

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Black Canvas by Laura Rossi – Review by Jenni Bishop

Black CanvasBlack Canvas by Laura Rossi
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Mind officially blown! It is a dark and twisted tale that this author has intricately weaved. A complex psychological thriller that will do your head in. The author is new to me, but I am impressed with her work.
It started a little slow and I had to settle in but when it gets going it is one twisty ride. It is full of obsession and deceit, lies and suspense, turmoil and secrets. This multi layered plot is unique, original and gripping and oh so twisted. I say don’t even try to work out what is going on just go with the flow cause there is no way you will guess what is going on.
I am not going to give anything away, you need to discover this little gem all on your own.
I have to say this is one of the best books I have read this year and I have read a lot.
Reviewed by @jennadb

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Black Canvas by Laura Rossi – Review by Shelly Kittell

Black CanvasBlack Canvas by Laura Rossi
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is a psychological thriller that gave me the creeps. Bring it on. I loved it! A good thriller like it is like finding a great scary movie. The action is just right and written in such a way that you can feel the goosebumps forming on your arms as your reading. The characters are so well-written that they just fit right in to the story perfectly. Excellent tale for those that love thrillers and chills. I love it.

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Black Canvas by Laura Rossi – Review by Trish Ann

Black CanvasBlack Canvas by Laura Rossi
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

This book was a good read but definitely much darker and twisted than other books I usually read. I was drawn in by the synopsis. The connection between the characters especially Ivy and Aria was interesting for sure. There were some parts that definitely surprised me. I wasn’t expecting the Mattias angle or Gabriele part either. I did have a hard time staying engaged in the story but that could be just because it wasn’t something that I could connect with. Overall, I’m glad I read it but it definitely was different than I was expecting.

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Black Canvas by Laura Rossi – Review by Bobbi Wagner

Black CanvasBlack Canvas by Laura Rossi
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I loved this dark thriller. This is a newer author for me which I can’t wait to see what is next for her. This is a well written story about a woman who thinks she sees someone else looking back at her. She takes control of her life in every aspect. What happens next is truly twisted and hard to put down. The twists and turns are like no other and kept me on the edge of my seat. The characters not only bring the story to life but also keep the story engaging. This is a fast paced story that you don’t want to miss. The growth of the characters and plot throughout the story is awesome. I highly recommend this book.

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Black Canvas by Laura Rossi

🔳 *¨*✶*¨`*🔳 BOOK SPOTLIGHT SHOWCASE 🔳 *¨*✶*¨`*🔳
Black Canvas by Laura Rossi
Genre – Psychological thriller, Dark romance, Suspense and Crime
Page Count – 324 pages

“It’s the must read psychological thriller for 2021. ” Susan- bookblogger Goodreads
“Just think of Verity and maybe some Tarryn Fisher and Britney King. I absolutely loved it and for me it was the perfect psychological thriller with that extra edge that I need. Worth a read.” For the thrill of books – Goodreads
“Mind-blowing thriller!” J.C. Jaye, Author
“Y’all if you LOVE those psychological thrillers..twists and turns that keep you on the edge of your seat kind of reads..GO ONE CLICK ASAP…this book is for you and good lawdd it was AMAZING!!” Tricia Bartley- AuthorStalker
“Absolute masterpiece!! What an enthralling ride! I scream from the high heavens READ THIS BOOK!! Sultry, dark, twisted, SURPRISE!” Lynette – Goodreads
“A story of mystery and intrigue weaved together with prose so delectable, so sublime. A must-read. A masterpiece. A thrill.” Eleanor Lloyd-Jones, author
Blurb:
“I dream of waking up and being someone else—my hair, my eyes, even my voice, completely different—and each time I go to the mirror to check my reflection, to see what I look like, I’m her. Every time. Her. It’s her reflection that stares back at me, but I’m the one who controls it. I’m in control, and that’s exactly why it feels so good. I control her and what happens to me; I control both lives—mine and hers—and I have what I want the most: her looks, her status, her marriage. There’s nothing left of me, and only I know the secret. Only I know it’s me inside, it’s me under that perfect porcelain skin, it’s me behind those sweet, smart deep brown eyes.And I have him. He’s mine—just mine now. I’m not the other woman anymore. I’m everything he needs.”
Black Canvas is a dark psychological thriller, a twisted journey into the human mind. It’s the result of a lockdown. You’ve been warned…..

~ AMAZON ~

 

 

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Fall to Pieces by Becky Flade – Review by Jessica Heatherly

Fall to PiecesFall to Pieces by Becky Flade
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Definitely don’t judge this book by its cover! On first look, I assumed this book would be a romance novel disguised as a mystery but boy was I wrong! Detective Alexandra Danvers is a strong female lead with a rough past who is on the hunt for justice, no matter the cost. She and her new partner, Xavier Knight, work together to get a child killer off the streets for good but there are many obstacles they must go through to do this. There are so many twists and turns in this novel, it was hard for me to put it down! I sincerely hope there is more to come from this author and Detective Danvers.

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Shadows of Doubt (A Crawford Mystery) by Merissa Racine – Review by Lindsay Peck

Shadows of Doubt (A Crawford Mystery)Shadows of Doubt by Merissa Racine
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The mystery level is great in this book! I really enjoyed reading this one. I kept thinking I knew who it was but I was wrong. You learn a few legal things in this book and definitely makes you think about what’s going on. I recommend this read and can’t wait for the next!!

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Silent Gavel by Merissa Racine – Review by Lindsay Peck

Silent Gavel (Crawford Mystery #1)Silent Gavel by Merissa Racine
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

From the very beginning this book has your attention and questioning what in the world is going on and what happened?! I really enjoyed this book. Lauren’s character is so real and entertaining to read what she goes through throughout the chapters. Each chapter keeps you guessing and thinking hard about the situation. Keeps you on your toes until the very end! I definitely recommend this read and can’t wait to read more.

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Shadows of Doubt (A Crawford Mystery) by Merissa Racine – Review by Jaimie Salmon-Colburn

Shadows of Doubt (A Crawford Mystery)Shadows of Doubt by Merissa Racine
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Lauren is a struggling Stenographer who becomes desperate for free lance work. She ends up taking a job with her ex husband and she dreads the very idea working for him. A job is a job though, so she pushes through. She is reporting on the biggest murder trail in the town, but it’s not her job to prove a man’s innocence. Against her own judgment she starts looking into the case a bit more. She ends up discovering things about her past that she wishes she hadn’t. Will she be able to prove who the real killer is? Will the real killer find her before she has a chance to save the man on trial? Her search has put many people in the line of fire and with a second death, she knows she’s running out of time. Will she put a stop to killer or will the killer put a stop to her! If you like mystery crime thrillers you have got to read this set! I haven’t read to many myself, but I will now! I hope for a book three!!

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Shadows of Doubt (A Crawford Mystery) by Merissa Racine – Review by Amanda DelFemine

Shadows of Doubt (A Crawford Mystery)Shadows of Doubt by Merissa Racine
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Lauren is working freelance at the moment taking depositions and then takes a job helping out her ex husband in court. How bad can that be right? The trial is for a hot murder case and she has to report on it. As Lauren is going through the trial she thinks that they may be trying the wrong person. The story unravels as she finds out about her mother and why her father kept her leaving such a secret.

I cant wait to read more from these author she kept me entertained and guessing.

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Shadows of Doubt (A Crawford Mystery) by Merissa Racine – Review by Samantha Bassett

Shadows of Doubt (A Crawford Mystery)Shadows of Doubt by Merissa Racine
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Shadows of Doubt: A Crawford Mystery by Merissa Racine is a very interesting story. I really like Lauren and her fun way of getting into the trouble she finds as a court reporter.

I was slowly pulled more and more into this story, wanting to see how things would turn out. I thought Lauren was such a good man character. For me, she brought the story to life and added so much to it. She was engaging throughout and just a likable character.
The book is full of twists and turns, which really keeps you involved in the book. This is a great story that I thoroughly enjoyed.

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Shadows of Doubt (A Crawford Mystery) by Merissa Racine – Review by Vanessa Watts

Shadows of Doubt (A Crawford Mystery)Shadows of Doubt by Merissa Racine
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

If you made it to this book hopefully you read the first one titled, “Silent Gavel” first. The book can be a standalone but it ways make more sense if you read the first one before this. You can get a better feel for the characters and understand why things are happening as they are.
In this second installment we once again follow Lauren Besoner as she tries to rebuild her life after past events left her with too much trauma and needing to seek professional help. This time she is doing freelance work after leaving her last post of official court reporter due to the fact that she could not see working under her ex-husband Tony. She gets called in to report for a deposition of contested mental capacity of the chief of police’s mother regarding the ranch and all her assets. Shortly after she receives a call because the report is no longer needed to to the death of Ms. Archer. The police arrest a suspect quickly but after talking to her friend Dominick Lauren believes that once again the police have the wrong person. Lauren gets called in to be court reporter for her ex-husband in the case as the official reporter is on maternity leave. From the start things are not adding up for Lauren and she decides to do some sleuthing because she believes justice is owed and won’t rest if someone innocent is locked up. Throughout this book things about Lauren’s past are brought to light and she must learn that they do not define her, and she shouldn’t be judged for the actions of others. In this case is Lauren right about the accused? Can she make it through this trial without getting put on another killers hitlist? Put your sleuthing hat back on for this installment to see if you to can figure out who the killer is in time!

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Silent Gavel (A Crawford Mystery Book 1) by Merissa Racine – Review by Vanessa Watts

Silent Gavel (Crawford Mystery #1)Silent Gavel by Merissa Racine
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

There is something to be said about an author who can make a necessary yet often overlooked court stenographer job and turn it interesting. This was a homerun by the author as an intriguing whodunnit with more twists and turns than a rollercoaster.
We start out meeting Lauren Besoner an extremely likeable and relatable character who finds herself in a bit of a jam after finding Judge Murphy’s body. Once again thrust into drama that she has tried to avoid since divorcing her ex-Tony. She now finds herself the primary suspect in the middle of the murder investigation by detective Sam Overstreet and his boss chief of police Ray Newell. She knows she didn’t commit the murder but now she must launch her own investigation since the police do not seem to be looking at anyone else. Is she being set up and if so by whom? What will happen if the killer believes she is getting to close to the truth? Can Lauren make it out unscathed or become victim number 2? This book will leave you on the edge of your seat with many predictions on who the killer might be. Can you figure it out before the police do? Read this book to see just how good your detective skills are!

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Silent Gavel (A Crawford Mystery Book 1) by Merissa Racine – Review by Nina Maes

Great mystery and suspenseful story. Keep my on the edge of my seat, did not want to put the book down. Written well, enjoyed being pulled into the story with the authors use of great detail. Legal thriller with lots of twist and turns, with a dash of romance.
Silent Gavel (Crawford Mystery #1)Silent Gavel by Merissa Racine
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Great mystery and suspenseful story. Keep my on the edge of my seat, did not want to put the book down. Written well, enjoyed being pulled into the story with the authors use of great detail. Legal thriller with lots of twist and turns, with a dash of romance.

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Shadows of Doubt (A Crawford Mystery) by Merissa Racine – Review by Nina Maes

Great flowing story line. Page turner, will keep you on the edge of your seat. Legal thriller, with lots of twist and turners. Love story with mystery and action packed pages.
Shadows of Doubt (A Crawford Mystery)Shadows of Doubt by Merissa Racine
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Great flowing story line. Page turner, will keep you on the edge of your seat. Legal thriller, with lots of twist and turners. Love story with mystery and action packed pages.

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