The Book of Cold Cases
A Most Anticipated Novel by PopSugar * Crime Reads * Goodreads * A true crime blogger gets more than she bargained for while interviewing the woman acquitted of two cold case slayings in this chilling new novel from the New York Times bestselling author of The Sun Down Motel. In 1977, Claire Lake, Oregon, was shaken by the Lady Killer Murders: Two...show more
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Out of the other books I've read by this author, I think this one is probably my least favorite. It wasn't bad, but it just felt like things were disjointed, and I didn't love any of the characters. I was actually super frustrated by all the main characters. I never super got into Shea's POV, and while I liked Beth and thought she was badass, I was also annoyed by all the bad choices she made and her guilt over things that had nothing to do with ...read more
I loved all the books I've read by Simone St. James. If you don't like paranormal/ghosts, her books are not for you.
My first read by St. James will not be my last. The premise of a possible murderer-victim telling her story to someone is not new by any means, but St. James captivates with her ability as a wicked wordsmith to create an increase in tension that keeps you flipping those pages. Add to the mixture a possible haunted house that overlooks a cliff to the icy Pacific Ocean, and you have an even more riveting read. Perfect for the month of October.
St. James has now caught my attention and I will be purchasing more of their works for sure. This one was deliciously creepy but not quite the twisty thriller I typically love. I would consider this more of a mystery novel with ghosts which I also enjoy so win win.
Shea is a true crime writer. She runs a website (not her day job) that it appears to be a kind of blog, or a forum where people can go to discuss these true crime cases. Shea is also ...read more
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