A little autumn mischief meets bookish discovery in Friday Finds October 16! The Great Apple Heist has a delicious ending, three memorable books are waiting in my Reading Chair, and author Marlene M. Bell takes us from sheep pastures to suspense. Plus, a sparkling pear drink, an adorable pumpkin nightlight, and a fun kitchen conversation!
Explore Rome's hidden depths in "Cold Hands" by Daniela Alibrandi, an atmospheric psychological thriller filled with buried secrets, layered mysteries, and noir suspense. Discover why its deliberate pacing and haunting setting earned a 4.25-star review from Gina Rae Mitchell.
A brilliant teenager searches for belonging in Rich Marcello's The Connection in Everything. My 4.75-star review explores the novel's unforgettable characters, heartbreaking family struggles, compassionate mentors, and powerful message of hope.
What begins as a story about a retired hockey player becomes a thought-provoking exploration of aging, identity, and obsession. In "Wolf in the Hole", Judd Spicer weaves two powerful journeys into a novel filled with symbolism, psychological complexity, and unexpected compassion. My 4.5-star review explores why this unconventional story stayed with me long after the final page.
There's no place like home! This week's Friday Finds features book reviews, author Dave Tabler, old-fashioned apple crisp, and a charming miniature library. Settle in for cozy autumn discoveries, reading inspiration, and a little bookish comfort.
My review of "Grow Old and Don't Die" by Ari Phillips, an unconventional, atmospheric novel about immortality, family secrets, and a hidden spring in Berkeley Springs, West Virginia.