Jason Rekulak’s The Last One at the Wedding is a gripping domestic thriller that delves into the complexities of family dynamics, societal class tensions, and the lengths a father will go to protect his daughter. The narrative centers on Frank Szatowski, a dedicated UPS driver whose life takes an unexpected turn when his estranged daughter, … Read more
Laura Dave’s The Night We Lost Him delves into the intricate dynamics of family secrets and the quest for truth. When esteemed hotel magnate Liam Noone dies unexpectedly near his secluded California retreat, his daughter Nora perceives it as a tragic accident. However, her estranged half-brother, Sam, suspects foul play, prompting the siblings to embark … Read more
Liane Moriarty’s Here One Moment is a compelling exploration of fate, free will, and the intricate web of human connections. The story centers on Allegra Patel, a flight attendant marking her twenty-eighth birthday aboard a delayed flight from Hobart to Sydney. The mundane frustrations of air travel take a dramatic turn when a mysterious woman … Read more
Kate Quinn’s The Briar Club transports readers to 1950s Washington, D.C., immersing them in a tale of female camaraderie, hidden secrets, and the pervasive paranoia of the McCarthy era. Set within the walls of Briarwood House, a modest all-female boardinghouse, the novel introduces a diverse ensemble of women, each grappling with personal challenges and societal … Read more
Chris Whitaker’s All the Colors of the Dark is a masterful blend of mystery, thriller, and poignant love story that spans decades. Set in 1975 in the small town of Monta Clare, Missouri, the novel begins with a series of unsettling events: young girls are disappearing, casting a shadow over the tight-knit community. Amidst this … Read more
Alison Espach’s The Wedding People is a sharp, witty exploration of life’s unexpected turns, all set against the backdrop of a lavish Newport, Rhode Island wedding. Our protagonist, Phoebe Stone, checks into the opulent Cornwall Inn with a singular, morose mission: to end her life in style. Dressed to the nines but carrying the weight … Read more
Liz Moore is back at it again, this time trading the gritty streets of Long Bright River for the eerie expanse of the Adirondack wilderness. And let me tell you, this book doesn’t just flirt with mystery—it slow dances with it in the moonlight. Set in 1975, The God of the Woods unravels the disappearance … Read more
In a world of screaming stripes and high-revving small blocks, the 1970 Buick GSX showed up in a three-piece suit—with brass knuckles in the glovebox. It was the ultimate curveball: a luxury car turned muscle menace, a velvet-gloved hammer that could out-muscle the big boys while offering air conditioning, power windows, and a ride smoother … Read more
1971 Dodge Charger R/T: The Brawler With a BackboneIf the late ‘60s and early ‘70s were a bar fight, the 1971 Dodge Charger R/T didn’t just walk in swinging—it owned the place. A brute wrapped in steel and swagger, this car was born at the peak of the muscle era and hit the streets with … Read more
In 1975, American muscle was on life support. Insurance hikes, emissions restrictions, and the fuel crisis had taken their toll. Hemis were gone. Big-blocks were shrinking or vanishing. But somewhere deep in Lansing, Michigan, Oldsmobile and Hurst Performance said, “Not yet.” What came rolling out of that defiant spirit was the 1975 Hurst/Olds—a V8-powered, T-top … Read more