As a social scientist, I keep getting #review invites from one of the most prestigious journals in my field for papers from the natural sciences, i.e. concerning the content of some chemical etc. Anyone who has looked at even a single one of my publications, or my profile on any website, or my CV would know immediately there is no way I can review these papers. So what does this tell about the quality of the #reviewprocess? 🤔 @academicchatter
Linda reviews "Loose Strings" by Christie Gordon, Road to Rocktoberfest 2023:
"Two men from totally different backgrounds and careers come together with a chance of a HEA, but only if one of them can overcome his fear and open his heart to love. 5 Stars."
What do @neilhimself and I have in common? Find out with my latest review at Shiny New Books -- presenting the new Folio Society edition of Charmed Life by the great #DianaWynneJones.
Here's hoping more Chrestomanci is in store ...
The collection of cases covered by Emily Webb's SUBURBAN TRUE CRIME go back to the 1940's, through to more recent times, covering a wide range of different murders and disappearances that have occurred in Australian suburban locations.
@bookstodon My #review of The Night Ocean by Paul La Farge is now live! This was a really compelling read in ways that I hadn’t expected, but was pleasantly surprised by.
Linda reviews "Seltzer's Taylor" by TL Travis, Road to Rocktoberfest 2023:
"Rockers, sex, and love. All TL Travis’ rocker books are wonderful, and this is no exception. If you’ a’re not familiar with them, grab this one now. There’s no better time. 5 stars."
"Hill had me at “snow, a farmer and a mangy dog.” ... a heart warming, well-written story with filled with romance, love and true awakenings between two men – with both sad and feel-good moments and just the right banter and humor."
A long time overdue to read this from the godmother of modern Norwegian crime fiction - who certainly knows how to produce well written, atmospheric character driven crime fiction which tackles important questions along the way.
Today's indie author review!
Music & Dreams by JP Sayle:
"Another journey to Rocktoberfest, and my favorite by far. There were some great surprises in store for Rogan which will change his future in a way he could never have imagined. 5 Stars."
@bookstodon My #review of The Words of Kings and Prophets (Gael Song 2) by Shauna Lawless is now live! This was a great continuation of the first book, and builds on the characters and events laid down previously, but really feels more like a transition book to something bigger. Which isn't a bad thing; just a small gripe about it.
"Follow up to Midnight Reunion - and although I didn’t read it, I have no doubt it would be every bit as entertaining as this... Hot rockers, steamy sex, and lyrics to the Midnight Hunt music... what more could you want? 5 stars."
My #bookreview is brief/won't spoil, to spread good, great, spectacular #horror#books far & wide.
A HAUNTING ON THE HILL by Elizabeth Hand is fine, as a "haunted house" book. It's competent & relatively engaging AS LONG AS YOU DON'T COMPARE IT TO THE HAUNTING OF HILL HOUSE.
The tone, plot, & writing is not at the same level- not even in the same neighborhood- as Jackson's. Hill House's horrors still walk alone.
"Another wonderful rock and roll story... Watching these up-and-coming bands as they prepare for the biggest concert of their lives is a joy. I would highly recommend not missing out on any of the books in this amazing series. 5 Stars."
Linda reviews "Trueflame" by Vanessa Ricci-Thode, Fireborn book 2:
"I recommend Trueflame and would suggest reading book one first. This book is full of amazing characters, betrayals, secrets, and surprises - a war between water and fire. Wow."
Today's review! More Than October by Blake Allwood:
"There is so much to this story, the falling in love, the sharing of pasts, the side characters, the respect of these two men for each other... More Than October has all the feels and more. I could not put it down - it's a must-read."
Charli Trenthan plans to leave her hometown of Stone Lake. But when she receives a cryptic message from a member of the Sanctuary, a conservative closed community nestled in the forest, she is determined to find answers.
"A multi-author series, all standalone books filled with amazing characters and a rock band theme. Your life is not your own, record labels own you, and you work long hours that leave you drained after a show. Yo always have to be on. 5 Stars."
Today's queer indie author review! Going Down" by Lady Jaguar:
"This book is filled with sex, I won’t say romance because that is not in Richard’s vocabulary, but there’s lots of suspense, lies, surprises and two amazing characters… and did I mention sex? 5 Stars."