Review Hilary Davidson methodically leads readers on a murder mystery journey, then dials the suspense up to the thrilling conclusion with Every Lie I Told. The author's storytelling allows for readers to understand the characters while also wondering how all of the pieces fit together. We can relate to the protagonist's love for her sister.… Continue reading Every Lie I Told by Hilary Davidson
The cover and and true-story basis of Mob Queen intrigued me. But I did not expect for it to stay with me long after I finished. Virginia Hill is an inspirational force to be reckoned with. As readers follow her journey from escaping an abusive husband only to put herself in more danger while she searches for her missing friend, we get to know her as the powerhouse that she is. We get an intimate look at the 1930s Chicago mob scene and how women are undervalued and underestimated at every turn. But then walks in Virginia Hill who uses it to her advantage and turns the mafia world upside-down.
Laura Phillips is an associate at a law firm in New York and in a new relationship with a colleague. She dreams of traveling, but having been a workaholic with a nearly nonexistent social life, she never had anyone to travel with. But when her boyfriend, Dave, suggests a short trip to the Bahamas, she can’t wait to go. Enjoying a romantic getaway, Laura notices a woman at the resort by herself. She’s instantly intrigued by this single female traveler, wondering why she is alone at a paradise meant for couples. Laura eventually befriends the woman, Diana, spending time with her and surprisingly sharing pieces of her past. When Diana goes missing, Laura seems to be the only person concerned. Soon she realizes that her interest in Diana appears suspicious. And she’s not sure if she can trust anyone in the investigation. The Ends of Things by Sandra Chwialkowska is a psychological suspense novel that explores how one woman’s suspicions spiral into events that will change Laura’s life forever.
