Find the best crime books to read from authors like Nicole Lundrigan
The Girl Who Was Taken
Author: Charlie Donlea
Book review added by Nora on 2024-03-24
While I'm normally careful with my book purchases, especially for new authors, the rave reviews convinced me to take a chance when this title went on sale. Unfortunately, the book fell short of expectations.
It took a while to get invested in the story and characters. The perspective alternated between characters, primarily following medical examiner-in-training Livia. Her scenes were bogged down with excessive c... Read Full Review »
The Killer Across the Table
Author: John E. Douglas
Book review added by Mel on 2024-01-25
I was absolutely thrilled to get my hands on this book as a devoted fan of the Mindhunter series on Netflix. What made it even better was that it was narrated by Jonathan Groff, who brilliantly portrayed the character based on the author, John E. Douglas, in the show. In this captivating read, Douglas delves deep into the minds of four notorious serial killers whom he had the opportunity to interview during his remarka... Read Full Review »
Career of Evil
Author: Robert Galbraith
Book review added by Mel on 2024-01-13
I love the Cormoran Strike series, and I couldn't wait to read this one when it came out. Sadly, Robert Galbraith was not able to captivate me as much as he did with the others, although I can't explain why. The story begins with a delivery package to Robin Ellacott, who is horrified when she discovers a woman's severed leg. Now begins the third high profile investigation for Strike & Robin. With the leg, there's a not... Read Full Review »
The Butcher
Author: Jennifer Hillier
Book review added by Mel on 2023-12-29
A worth reading novel from Jennifer Hillier. In 1985, a series of brutal murders plagued Seattle until now retired Chief of Police Edward Shank hunted and killed the infamous "Butcher" responsible for terrorizing young women. 30 years later, Shank is moving to a retirement home, leaving his Victorian house to his grandson Matt, an up and coming restaurateur known for his temper and selfish ways. All of this is amplifie... Read Full Review »
The Change
Author: Kirsten Miller
Book review added by Mel on 2023-12-05
What a great book by Kirsten Miller! Welcome to Mattauck, NY, a small coastal community where you will find murder, ghosts, and witches. Around the world, every generation has its own trio of menopaused vigilantes avenging girls and women and bringing the men who hurt them to their version of justice. Nessa, a former nurse, hears the dead. Jo, a gym owner for women, is the protector, and she can either save or destroy ... Read Full Review »
Everyone In My Family Has Killed Someone
Author: Benjamin Stevenson
Book review added by Mel on 2023-12-02
Benjamin Stevenson made this book a fun and enjoyable read. In a mood for a mystery, but you need a palette cleanser? This one might be for you. Everyone in Ern's family has killed someone. Including himself. Ready to find out who? Breaking the fourth wall and addressing us directly throughout the book, Ern takes us to a family reunion where bodies will start pilling up and keep you guessing until the end. Hilarious, d... Read Full Review »
Pigeon-Blood Red
Author: Ed Duncan
Book review added by Mel on 2023-12-02
This was an action-packed book by Ed Duncan. We follow Rico, an underworld enforcer, during a game of cat and mouse between himself and Robert, a gambling addict who owes money to Rico's boss but who steals his most prized necklace in a moment of desperation. The hunt brings him from Chicago to Honolulu, and Rico will need to face an unexpected twist and make decisions that could endanger the woman he loves. It was a b... Read Full Review »