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A collection of book reviews covering mystery, thriller, historical fiction, and Australian gothic novels.
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Echo Press
Benjamin StevensonErnest CunninghamErinLyle PearseJosh Kemp
- What are some of the genre elements present in "Jasper Cliff?"
- The novel "Jasper Cliff" incorporates elements of overt horror, psychological suspense, mysticism, and historical violence, immersing the reader in a desolate and menacing landscape.
- What is the setting and atmosphere of Josh Kemp's "Jasper Cliff?"
- Josh Kemp's "Jasper Cliff" follows Lachlan's search for his missing brother in a remote Australian town plagued by disappearances and a mysterious rift, creating a gothic atmosphere reminiscent of Cormac McCarthy.
- What is the historical context and theme of Bernice Barry's novel?
- Bernice Barry's novel, based on a true story, tells the tale of Sarah Evans, an impoverished woman in 19th-century London who fights for survival and justice against a backdrop of social injustice.
- What kind of mystery novel is "Everyone This Christmas Has a Secret?"
- Benjamin Stevenson's festive mystery is a slimmed-down, Agatha Christie-style whodunit, perfect for those seeking a diverting and engaging Christmas read.
- What is the central mystery in Benjamin Stevenson's "Everyone This Christmas Has a Secret?"
- In "Everyone This Christmas Has a Secret," Ernest Cunningham investigates the murder of his ex-wife's partner, Lyle Pearse, uncovering suspects among a colorful cast of characters.