In case you missed it yesterday, the fabulous cover for Barbara Copperthwaite’s forthcoming release, The Girl in the Missing Poster, was revealed to the world!

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MISSING – Have you seen this girl? Nineteen-year-old Leila Hawkins was last seen on 24 June, 1994, when she left her parents’ anniversary party early and ran into the stormy night wearing her twin sister Stella’s long red coat. She was never seen again.

I wrap my arms around the tree trunk, pressing my cheek against it until the bark digs in and the missing poster is finally secured. I try not to look at the photograph on it. At the features so similar to mine. Perhaps this will be the year someone comes forward.

Were crucial mistakes made by detectives from the very beginning?

Could the pressure of living two lives have led my sister to run away – or even end it?

Or did someone in her tight circle of friends and family have reason to want her gone?

Someone out there must know something.

But the last thing I ever expect is a direct response from the person who took Leila. Wracked with guilt and completely alone in the world without the other half of me, I have no choice but to agree to his strange request: private, intimate details of my life in return for answers.

As the final moments of my sister’s life play out before me, I feel closer to her than I ever dreamed I’d be again. So close, it could almost be happening to me. But when I finally realise who is behind this terrifying tragedy, will I make it out alive?

From the bestselling author of The Perfect Friend, this absolutely gripping psychological thriller will keep you up all night and leave you sleeping with the light on. If you loved Gone Girl, The Girl on the Train and The Wife Between Us this book is for you!

Check this out….

Pre-order now!

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Readers love Barbara Copperthwaite:

‘ALLTHE STARS!… If it’s twists you are looking for then READ THIS BOOK!… 5 stars across the board…*INSERT STANDING OVATION HERE*’ Goodreads Reviewer, 5 stars

‘WOW!! This book!!! Holy cow!!!So many lies… who can be trusted? NO ONE!!…I had to keep reading. So many twists and turns throughout the whole book…a psychological thriller unlike any other!’ Goodreads Reviewer, 5 stars

‘This book is so good. I literally couldn’t put it down…it kept me on the edge of my seat. I didn’t want the book to end but I needed to know what had happened… This is one of my fav books…WOW!!!’ Goodreads Reviewer, 5 stars

‘WOW– I am speechless… I am absolutely blown away by this book… really, really got under my skin… I feel slightly dizzy now and need a lie-down with a soft pillow and lots of chocolate.’ Goodreads Reviewer, 5 stars

‘OMFG this is her best book yet!!… just blew everything else out of the water. Seriously. This book had me on edge…my poor nerves were shattered. Buy it, read it, love it! This book gets ALL the stars from me!’ Goodreads Reviewer, 5 stars

‘A darkly addictive and creepy page turner that had me on the edge of my seat…breathtakingly shocking… the final pages were absolutely brilliant. Left me with goosebumps!’My Chestnut Reading Tree, 5 stars

ABOUT BARBARA

Barbara is the Amazon, Kobo and USA Today bestselling author of psychological thrillers INVISIBLE, FLOWERS FOR THE DEAD, THE DARKEST LIES, HER LAST SECRET and THE PERFECT FRIEND. She has a new book coming soon!

Her writing career started in journalism, writing for national newspapers and magazines. During a career spanning over twenty years Barbara interviewed the real victims of crime – and also those who have carried those crimes out. She is fascinated by creating realistic, complex characters, and taking them apart before the readers’ eyes in order to discover just how much it takes to push a person over a line.

Her first book, Invisible, was ‘totally gripping, and scarily believable’ according to Bella magazine. Its success was followed by Flowers For The Dead, which was the Sunday Mirror’s Choice Read, beating Lee Child’s latest offering. ‘Will have you looking over your shoulder and under your bed… Original, gripping, with a deep psychological impact,’ their review read.

The Darkest Lies came next, published by Bookouture, and became a USA Today bestseller. The follow-up, Her Last Secret, hit the Number 1 spot on Kobo. The Perfect Friend is a No 1 Kobo and Amazon best seller.

When not writing feverishly at her home in Birmingham, Barbara is often found walking her two dogs, Scamp and Buddy, or hiding behind a camera to take wildlife photographs.

To find out more about Barbara’s novels, go to:

Website: http://www.barbaracopperthwaite.com
Blog: http://www.barbaracopperthwaite.wordpress.com
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/AuthorBarbaraCopperthwaite
Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/BCopperthwait
Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/barbaracopperthwaite

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I am thrilled to be joining in with Mark Tilbury’s relaunch celebrations for The Abattoir of Dreams! This was the first book I read by Mark Tilbury and it absolutely blew me away! I have read everything he has published since and I’m proud to say that I am a huge fan!!

I am re-sharing my original review as my little part of this awesome blog blitz. Don’t forget to follow, like and share the book love with the awesome book bloggers on the poster above!

MY REVIEW

(Originally published on 7th March 2017)

Why have a never read a Mark Tilbury book before now??

I stayed up late last night (23^rd February) as I had to finish this book. I was desperate to find out what really happened. I know the words page-turner are used a lot in book reviews, but this really is one.

When we meet Michael Tate he’s in hospital. He’s recently come out of a coma and is paralysed from the waist down. He had, allegedly, thrown himself off the top of the building he lived in after stabbing his girlfriend, Becky, 21 times. However, Michael has no memory of his crimes. He can’t remember anything at all. I wasn’t sure, at first, if I felt sorry for Michael or if he was faking his memory loss as others suspected. It was obvious that something wasn’t quite right about the whole thing. I also imagined Michael to be older than he was, until his age was mentioned.

Detective Inspector John Carver is a sadistic character. He is determined to see Michael put away for this crime and his interrogation methods are despicable. He didn’t seem at all interested in finding out the truth, he just wanted the case closed and Michael behind bars. Michael has no defence and seemingly no choice but to lie there and await his fate.

When strange things start happening to Michael during the night, I wasn’t sure if he was dreaming or hallucinating, but the scenes he is confronted with are heart-breaking. As the story unravelled, I became more and more shocked and sickened by what had happened in Michael’s past. Some people are pure evil and I think Michael might have wished he had never remembered anything of his past for the rest of his life, but he needed to know the truth. Was he really capable of murdering his own girlfriend?

This book is brilliantly written. The characters are very real and believable. I did have to remind myself on several occasions that this is fiction as, to me, it reads almost like an autobiography, particularly as the story progresses. I really sympathised with Michael as I learned more about his horrendous childhood. (I loved the relationship he had with Liam and his dog, Oxo.) To think there are children out there in the real world who have been subjected to the abuse they suffered in their past is beyond devastating.

The pace of the story is perfect, between learning about the past and working towards finding out the truth, I was totally hooked. It’s a very emotional read and one that made me feel physically sick at times. The descriptions of abuse are horrific and very upsetting, but the story is completely captivating and one I am unlikely to ever forget.

Outstanding!!

I highly recommend.

Many thanks to the author for my ARC.

If you haven’t read this awesome book as yet then you really should add it to your list, right now….

Thanks for the tag, Crispy Confessions 🙂

The Would you Rather Tag

The Rules (yes, you know the drill)

1. Answer the questions given to you by the nominator.
2. Make your own questions and tag others.

The Answers

Would you rather write one book every year, or only one book over the course of entire lifetime?

I wish I had the talent to write any book, let alone one a year!

Would you rather read books from your mother’s favorite genre or books from your least favorite author?

I don’t think I have a least favourite author, but I’m happy to read any favourite’s of my Mum’s. We have very similar reading tastes.

Would you rather purchase a digital or physical copy of your favorite book?

I tend to buy digital and physical copies of my favourite books. I collect signed copies too!

Would you rather find true love in a bookstore or a library?

I already found true love, 21 years ago! 🙂

Would you rather have a relatable villain or a hero that has the worst personality traits?

A relatable villain.

Would you rather drink coffee or eat chocolate while reading a book?

Eat chocolate ideally, but I’m diabetic so I’ll say drink coffee.

Would you rather read e-books or listen to audio books?

I do have an Audible subscription, but I do still prefer e-books.

Would you rather read The Monster Book of Monsters or The Invisible Book of Invisibility (Harry Potter reference)?

The Monster Book of Monsters.

Would you rather have the power to change the ending of any book, or to change the beginning?

The ending.

Would you rather read a 3-star book by a famous celebrity, or a 5-star book by an unknown author?

Definitely a 5-star book by an unknown author!

The Questions

Would you rather write a guaranteed best seller or have the luxury of reading for 6 hours a day, every day, uninterrupted?

Would you rather drink tea or wine whilst reading?

Would you rather write your own autobiography or write a biography for your favourite author?

Would you rather read about food or eat food whilst reading?

Would you rather read Christmas books for the whole of December or never read a Christmas book again?

Would you rather read books recommended by fellow book bloggers or those on bestseller lists?

Would you rather read romance books or horror stories?

Would you rather watch Christmas films or listen to Christmas songs?

The Rest

My Nominees (no pressure!)

Portobello Book Blog – Reading by the sea

StefLoz Book Blog (wordpress.com)

kraftireader | sharing my love of reading, crafting, recipes, music and shopping bargains (wordpress.com)

Secret Library Book Blog – Books, Books, Books (wordpress.com)

I am delighted to welcome Claire Huston to Chat About Books today 🙂

Claire is a woman of many talents. She is a fellow book blogger, friend, and talented author of Art & Soul, which I can personally recommend highly. It is a pleasure to be able to share this interview with you all, and don’t forget to enter the amazing giveaway!

For those who don’t know already, could you tell us about yourself and your book please?

I live in Warwickshire, UK, with my husband and two sons. I’m a translator, book blogger, writer and keen amateur baker. I self-published my first contemporary romance, Art and Soul, in April 2020.

Art and Soul is a feel-good romantic story about Becky Watson, a stubborn and highly-resourceful single mother. She’s hired to fix the personal and career troubles of a struggling local artist, Charlie Handren. Becky is delighted to get the job but soon starts to realise that fixing all of Charlie’s problems may mean denying herself a happily ever after.

It’s an uplifting romance featuring wedding fiascos, beautiful art and delicious cake!

Where did/do you get your ideas from?

I find it hard to put my finger on any specific source. I think I just absorb films, books, TV shows, things I overhear and see day-to-day. That all percolates somewhere at the back of my mind and then ideas spring to the front.

Are any of your characters based (however loosely) on anyone you know?

I don’t think so. Not consciously, anyway. But then as I get my ideas from everywhere, they could well be!

How do you pick your characters’ names?

I put a lot of thought into character names. I’ve kept the “Name Your Baby” book I used when choosing names for my children and always check what names mean before deciding on one. And the name and surname need to work together and say something about the character. For example, Becky Watson in Art and Soul got her first name from one of the feistiest and most resourceful heroines in English literature – Becky Sharpe in Vanity Fair – and her surname from Sherlock Holmes’ greatest assistant and loyal friend.

Can you share your writing process with us, in a nutshell?

It mostly involves writing whenever I can around working part-time and looking after two children! I usually outline in a notebook and often scribble down ideas on paper, but when I sit down to write I type straight into Word. I always have a rough plan of the plot, but leave space for surprises.

Who are your top 5 favourite authors?

That is such a hard question. I’m going to cheat and choose 5 authors writing before I was born first: Shakespeare, Jane Austen, Charlotte Bronte, Charles Dickens and PG Wodehouse. Then five after I was born: Terry Pratchett, Becky Chambers, Victoria Schwab, Madeline Miller and Diana Wynne Jones. Honestly, I could go on forever. I think it’s impossible for a bookworm to have an ultimate top 5 books or authors.

Were you a big reader as a child?

Definitely! My mum always told me off for reading after bedtime using the light from the landing. If I found a book I liked, I made it my mission to read all the books in the school and local library had by the same author.

When did you start to write?

Early: I still have stories I wrote at primary and secondary school. Studying English at university put me off writing for years, but I’ve always had stories buzzing away in my head and writing is the best way to get them out and persuade the characters to leave you alone.

Is there a book you wish you had written?

So many. All the books I’ve ever enjoyed, really. But I think it would be amazing to have accomplished something like Hilary Mantell’s Wolf Hall trilogy. The combination of meticulous historical research and boundless imagination that went into those books is remarkable.

If you wrote an autobiography, what would your title be?  

For the story of my life, I’d probably go with one of the phrases I find myself saying a million times a day to my kids and/or myself: “What did I come in here for?”, “Well, where did you leave it?” or “I don’t care who started it!”

Tell us a random fact about yourself.

If I’m allowed something that surprised me (rather than being strictly random), I counted up the recipes on my blog the other day and was shocked to find I’d reached 140! I never would have believed I’d make it to that number, but it is handy to have all the recipes I like to use online and in one place. It saves hunting through the cupboard for the right recipe book.

What are you working on right now?

I’ve recently started my third novel, which will be another contemporary romance. A happy story about a couple who meet under “interesting” conditions, don’t immediately hit it off, but learn to get along when they keep being thrown together. So the classic stuff of romance!

Do you have a new release due?

My second novel – a contemporary romance set in a beautiful little village in the Cotswolds – is currently out on submission to agents and publishers. But if it doesn’t get picked up, I hope to publish it in spring 2021. Watch this space!

What do you generally do to celebrate on publication day?

As we were in lockdown, publication day back in April wasn’t exactly what I’d planned. I made a cake decorated with my book cover and had a glass of fizz. I’m really hoping for the next book I’ll be allowed to celebrate with a few more people than my husband and children! It would be nice to have a small party and share the cake next time.

How can readers keep in touch with you?

I blog about books and baking on my website and they can sign up to follow my blog there. They can also sign up for my newsletter. I’m on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest and Goodreads as well. I think the better question is, “How can readers avoid me?!” I’ve put all the links together here:

https://linktr.ee/clairehuston_author

Is there anything else you would like us to know?

I’d like to take this opportunity to say thank you to everyone who has been so supportive of me and the release of Art and Soul. Self-publishing your debut novel is always tricky, but this year has been trickier than most because of the pandemic and I’ll always be grateful to all the lovely, dedicated book bloggers, keen readers and fellow authors who have helped me get the word out about my book. Thank you!

Thank you for taking the time to answer my questions, Claire!

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This prize draw is open to UK residents only from Sunday 22^nd November until midnight on Monday 30^th November (GMT).

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I’m absolutely over the moon to be re-sharing my review of Torment today as part of Mark Tilbury’s relaunch celebrations!

When someone wants you dead, is there anywhere to hide? Who can you really trust?  

Beth couldn’t be happier. She is eight weeks pregnant and married to the man of her dreams. But after returning home from a celebratory meal, she finds a wreath from her sister’s grave hanging above the bed and a kitchen knife embedded in her pillow. There are no signs of a forced entry. Nothing is stolen. And no one other than the cleaner has a key to the house.  

Then a campaign of terror begins. Beth becomes increasingly paranoid as it becomes clear that someone close to the family is behind these disturbing events.    

But who would want Beth dead?  

Does the past hold the clue?  

And can Beth find the answer before it’s too late?  

Torment is a story of misplaced loyalty, revenge and sacrifice.   

Mark Tilbury is the best-selling author of multiple thrillers including You Belong to Me, The Liar’s Promise and The Abattoir of Dreams. Torment is a dark and compelling psychological thriller which will appeal to fans of authors like Mark Edwards, Charles Gallagher and John Nicholl.

My review

Originally published 8th August 2019

Well, what can I say!? Mark Tilbury has done it again! TORMENT is another outstanding read. I never doubted it would be though as Mark Tilbury is an outstanding writer.

What an opening chapter! I defy anyone not to be gripped as instantly as I was.

Beth and David seemingly have it all, with a happy marriage, a decent income, a lovely home, a baby on the way…. However, returning home to find a wreath hanging above your bed where there was once a dreamcatcher (which has been set alight and left to burn) and a kitchen knife in your pillow with R.I.P written in red lipstick, who wouldn’t be at least slightly freaked out!?

This is just the start of Beth and David’s nightmare. Someone seriously has it in for them, but who and why?

Beth isn’t the easiest of characters to like, if I’m honest, but I totally understood her mood swings and insecurities given what she is going through. David doesn’t really help matters, but then I think men often struggle to cope with things they have no control over and can come across as selfish and unfeeling when, really, they are just trying to ‘get on with things’ as best they can. Interfering friends will never help a struggling relationship either. I can understand why Beth confides in and leans on Kim though.

To say this book is full of suspense would be a seriously massive understatement. I had an inkling who might be involved but couldn’t for the life of me figure out why, and I knew I would be wrong one way or another. Once again, I was blown away when all became clear.

Just brilliant!

A chilling read which would make an excellent film in my opinion.

Many thanks to Mark Tilbury for my review copy.

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Happy Publication Day, Caroline England!

Truth Games is OUT NOW!

Family is everything to Ellie Wilson.

She tries hard to be the perfect mother, the perfect partner, the perfect daughter – but she can’t always seem to get it right.

When an old friend from university re-enters their lives, dark memories from Ellie’s past begin to resurface. Memories that have been buried for a long time.

As Ellie starts to unravel some shocking and sinister realities, she realises that she must choose between keeping the family she loves – and facing the truth.

From the Top Ten ebook bestselling author, this twisty psychological thriller will have you hooked from the first page to the last jaw-dropping twist.

Praise for Caroline England:

‘A twist that I didn’t see coming!’ T. M. LOGAN

‘Kept me gripped’ B. A. PARIS

‘Incredibly twisty . . . deliciously satisfying‘ CLAIRE ALLAN

‘A taut, tantalising thriller’ SHERYL BROWNE

‘Truly terrific!’ MARTINA COLE

‘Stunning . . . dark undercurrents and sinister twists’ AMANDA ROBSON

Happy reading!

Happy Publication Day, Elizabeth!

OUT NOW!

Interview with Elizabeth Pantley

For those who don’t know already, could you tell us about yourself and your book(s) please?

This book opened a whole new chapter in my life. I’ve written 13 best-selling parenting books, and I’ve been writing and speaking about raising children – that’s been my life for the past twenty years. This novel has been simmering on my back burner for years, and with all the world changes in 2020 it was the perfect time for introspection, imagination and escape. I enjoyed being in Destiny Falls!

Where did/do you get your ideas from?

I’ve been a voracious reader since childhood, and good books, or great scenes stick in my head. They roll around for years and pop up as inspiration when needed. Life is filled with ideas for books, every day you meet people or see places that inspire fiction. I also began hiking with my adult children and we’ve visited some glorious places with awe-inspiring views – those shaped the location of my story. Once I had a plot line in my mind, this book took off with a life of its own! I just had to type fast enough to keep up.

Are any of your characters based (however loosely) on anyone you know?

I suspect that most writers base at least some traits of their characters on people they know or people they have met. While none of my humans are based on actual people, though, the pets are! The cat is based on my sister’s sweet Bobtail cat, Chaco, who always makes me laugh. The dog was inspired by my son’s sidekick, Shadow. My son trains protection and security dogs and I’ve seen Shadow at practice – and believe me he can do everything in real life that Hercules does in my book.

How do you pick your characters’ names?

My main character’s names came to me in moments of inspiration during writing. As a personality emerged a name followed. If I was stuck on a name, I’d head to the internet to find popular names from the character’s age group.

Can you share your writing process with us, in a nutshell?

Since this is my first work of fiction it differed dramatically from my previous thirteen books, which were research based. I had so much freedom with this one! I wrote out my main plot line, and then let the story and characters take the lead. I’d have a general idea for a chapter, but then followed the story as it emerged. If I chuckled or gasped out loud, I knew my readers would too!

Who are your top 5 favourite authors?

Wow! I have so many favourites! The list would be much longer than five, and I wouldn’t want to hurt anyone’s feelings, so I’d have to give you my entire book list from my Kindle!

If you could meet any author, who would it be and what would you ask them?

Ironically, it wouldn’t be a writer of any of my normal reading or writing genres. I’d love to meet Stephen King! I read his book On Writing and he’s got a sharp mind and a witty personality. And I’d say he understands his writing process better than any author I’ve ever met or read about.

Were you a big reader as a child?

I was in the Principal’s Special Reading Group in kindergarten! I’ve loved books since babyhood. The scenes where my character describes libraries and her feelings about them – it’s all me!

When did you start to write?

I write when I’m inspired, and my first parenting book came about when my children were very young. I was immersed in motherhood and learning by leaps and bounds every day. I wanted to share that knowledge with other parents trying to sort out the hardest job of their life.

If you could re-write the ending to any book what would it be and what would you change?

I love books with happy endings, so I’d have to re-do the end of any book that doesn’t end well for the main character!

Is there a book you wish you had written?

Harry Potter? Haha.  

If you wrote an autobiography, what would your title be?  

Happy, Healthy and Loving Life

If you could invite any fictional character for coffee who would it be and where would you take them?

Right now, I’d have to say Latifa from Destiny Falls. She would be the most fun I’ve ever had at coffee! I’d let her pick the place and we’d probably end up at the spinning restaurant at the top of the Space Needle in Seattle!

Tell us a random fact about yourself

This year I ran my first 5K; and climbed my first mountain with two of my kids! I went all the way to the top of the peak of Mount Pilchuck. I actually scrambled up huge boulders to look out from the fire lookout at the very top. It’s part of the Cascade Mountain range and was the most exhilarating experience. – Google it!

What are you working on right now?

I’m writing Book Two in the Destiny Falls Magic & Mystery series – The Disappearance of Emily. Our main character, Hayden’s mother disappeared when she was just two weeks old. Now we find out why she left and where she went. But it stirs up trouble in Hayden’s life – so we’ll see her investigative skills in action as she solves the mystery.

Tell us about your last release?

Falling into Magic is the story of how Hayden finds her way to Destiny Falls, and how she solves a frightening mystery to secure her place there.

It all began when Hayden was a child, and she lost her cat. Adults told her the cat had escaped the house and run away, but she knew the truth. The mirror had taken her. She knew because the mirror had given her a glimpse of an alternate world and had nearly pulled her in, so she was certain the cat had suffered that fate.

Twenty years later Hayden discovers the true secret of the mirror when she is thrust into it by a mysterious villain. She learns of a world she never knew existed, and a family she never knew she had. But danger brought her here, and it followed her. And now, Hayden is on a mission to see that the threat is removed, so that she can begin her meaningful new life in this magical world.

This is a magical cozy mystery novel with a touch of humour and a hint of romance. Falling into Magic is the first book in the Destiny Falls Mystery & Magic series, and I plan to have ten or more books in the story.

Do you have a new release due?

Emily’s story is taking shape and I expect the book to be complete within the next five or six months.

What do you generally do to celebrate on publication day?
I celebrate every step along the way! I have a plot line – yay! I finished the first chapter – yay! I have a cover design – yay! I have an ISBN – yay! I find that every step that gets me closer to a finished book is fun and exciting.

How can readers keep in touch with you?

I’m everywhere – though right now you’ll see mainly parenting topics! Cozy Mysteries are beginning to find their way in.

Website  – http://www.nocrysolution.com

Blog – http://elizabethpantley.com/

Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/ElizabethPantleyNoCryAuthor

Pinterest – http://www.pinterest.com/nocrysolution/   

Instagram – https://instagram.com/elizabethpantley/

Is there anything else you would like us to know?
I love to hear from my readers! Anyone who wants to ask questions, give me ideas for future books in the series, or tell me whose story you want to hear next. I’m all ears! You can email me at elizabeth@pantley.com.

Thank you for taking the time to answer my questions, Elizabeth!

Falling into Magic

When Hayden was a child, she lost her cat. Adults told her the cat ran away, but she knew the truth. The mirror had taken her.

She knew because the mirror had given her a glimpse of an alternate world and had nearly pulled her in, so she was certain the cat had suffered that fate.

Twenty years later Hayden discovers the secret of the mirror when she is thrust into it. She learns of a world she never knew existed, and a family she never knew she had.

But danger brought her here, and it followed her. Now, Hayden is on a mission to remove the threat, so that she can begin her magical, meaningful new life in this enchanted world.

* * * * * Reviews * * * * *

“A magical, delightful tale that held my attention with a quirky cast of characters, engaging dialogue, a pleasantly appealing universe, and an intriguing plotline that I could not put down. I can’t wait to see where we go with Hayden’s next adventure.”  — Dru Ann, MWA Raven Award winner, www.drusbookmusing.com

“What a captivating read! . . . I couldn’t put it down. A great story, full of interesting people and places to get to know, with surprises around every corner.” — Linda C. Goodreads reviewer

“The world-building and magic system is fascinating. Destiny Falls is a wondrous place that seems to cater to citizens’ wants and needs. I love that it is almost a character in its own right, and I was intrigued by the constantly changing world. Vivid imagery paints a clear picture of Destiny falls and its inhabitants. Falling into Magic is a dynamic introduction to the Destiny Falls Mystery & Magic series.” — Julie Petitbon www.onebookmore.com/ 

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The Girl in the Ice: Detective Erika Foster Crime Thriller, Book 1 (Audible edition)

Robert Bryndza

(review written on 13^th November 2020)

I know I am VERY late to the Robert Bryndza party (sorry for taking so long, Steph Lawrence!), but I have thoroughly enjoyed listening to book one of the Detective Erika Foster series on Audible. It is really well narrated, which is essential when listening to an audio book. I can be really put off a story narrated by a voice that doesn’t seem to suit the story.

Erika is a likeable, and interesting character. I really felt for her having lost her husband so young. It must be hard returning to the job after such heart break, but I can understand her need to have something to focus on. She is certainly thrown back in at the deep end!

When a beautiful young socialite, with her whole life ahead of her, is discovered beneath ice in a London park an investigation begins. Little did they know how complicated and dangerous things would become as the investigation moves forward. There are so many twists and turns throughout this story. It’s so full of suspense. The short chapters add to the pace and increase the tension as the story progresses. Each leads us to a jaw dropping conclusion! I loved it!

This book is right up my street and I can’t wait to catch up with Erika, and the team, in book two!

If you haven’t listened to this book on Audible already, I highly recommend….

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