Psychopathic: Stalker, Blind, Strange Medical Practices (4 Stars)

I recently finished reading an ARC of Pyschopathic by Jason Melby. This book comes out on January 10, 2025. It’s about Faith Galloway, a blind psychiatrist. Don’t worry. The book isn’t as crazy as the title or the book cover implies. While I would consider this book suspenseful and a little creepy at times, the…… Continue reading Psychopathic: Stalker, Blind, Strange Medical Practices (4 Stars)

One Tuesday, Early: Confusing, Odd Alternating Chapters (3 Stars)

I recently read an ARC of One Tuesday, Early by Annalisa Crawford. This book, which comes out on May 14, was odd and confusing at times. If you like paranormal books, you may like it, though. What You Should Know This story is told in alternating chapters. Lexi wakes up one Tuesday, and everyone has…… Continue reading One Tuesday, Early: Confusing, Odd Alternating Chapters (3 Stars)

What Happened at Hawthorne House: Orphanage Bullying (3 Stars)

If you’re looking for a mean girls to the extreme set-up, you may want to read What Happened at Hawthorne House by Hadassah Shiradski. This is the story of some girls who are around 10 years old. They engage in bullying to one-up each other to win the “queen” spot in their game. The “queen”…… Continue reading What Happened at Hawthorne House: Orphanage Bullying (3 Stars)

When Feeling Uncomfortable is Really Feeling Unsafe

I started attending a SA ward in October. Over the last few months, I’ve heard a lot about getting outside of my comfort zone. I’m never going to meet people if I just stay at home, refusing to socialize. I have to get involved, do things that make me feel a little uncomfortable. I’ll admit…… Continue reading When Feeling Uncomfortable is Really Feeling Unsafe

Three-in-One: Three Weird Christmas Short Stories

In late October, I encountered a strange short story writing contest. The company, Weird Christmas, wanted weird Christmas stories. There were three categories. The first, Stocking Stuffers, was any weird Christmas story. The second, Weird Christmas Specials, was about taking a well-known Christmas story and messing it up a little. The final one, Weird Cards,…… Continue reading Three-in-One: Three Weird Christmas Short Stories

The Palisades: Who’s the Most Delusional? (4.5 Stars)

I recently finished reading an ARC of The Palisades by Gail Lynn Hanson. This book will be available on Kindle on October 24. I’m not sure when the paperback version will be released. There are two main characters, Dorothy and Ruth. Both are a bit delusional. Dorothy, who grew up in the Midwest, moved to…… Continue reading The Palisades: Who’s the Most Delusional? (4.5 Stars)

The Girl From Silent Lake: Serial Killer Thriller (4 Stars)

If you like a high-quality serial killer murder mystery, you may want to check out The Girl From Silent Lake. It’s by Leslie Wolfe and is the first book in a series set in Northern California. Currently, there are four other books in the series. I haven’t read any of them, although I may. While…… Continue reading The Girl From Silent Lake: Serial Killer Thriller (4 Stars)

It’s All Fun and Games ‘Til You Get An AI Stalker

Anyone who knows me well knows that I am a bit of a nerd. I mean my favorite television show has been “Jeopardy” pretty much forever. When I was a little kid, I read the encyclopedia for fun. I’m not just talking about one entry. I’m talking a whole volume at a time. Messing With…… Continue reading It’s All Fun and Games ‘Til You Get An AI Stalker