Booklicious Podcast

The Newcomer: Book By Mary Kay Andrews "Andrews can be counted on for beach-worthy depictions of southern women with chutzpah and a talent for finding trouble with humor and romantic interest mixed in. Fans of Elin Hilderbrand and Kristy Woodson Harvey shouldn’t miss it." --Booklist “ Hello, Summer is another gem by the always wonderful Mary Kay Andrews.” -- PopSugar “The world of modern journalis...

Here With Me: Book By Samantha Young "Absolutely breath-taking! As soon as I picked up  Here With Me  I couldn't put it down. This book has everything I love in a story: mystery, suspense, great dialogue, and of course the kind of steamy romance that will keep you hooked." -- L.H. Cosway, bestselling author of the  Hearts Series . " Samantha Young is master storyteller, skilful...

Sooley: Book By John Grisham "An intensely moving story, told with the same eye for character and descriptive detail Grisham brings to his crime novels. His occasional forays into general fiction are usually interesting, but this one is considerably more than that. It’s skillfully written, with a deeply compelling central character and a story that is full of raw emotion and suspense." – Booklist...

The Insiders: Book By Tijan "Tijan delivers on the fun, edge, and angst. Her books never fail to please!" --Kylie Scott, New York Times bestseller "Obsessed from page one! The Insiders is yet another addicting read from Tijan." -- Jennifer L. Armentrout, #1 New York Times bestselling author "A whirlwind of high-stakes suspense." - Publishers Weekly Website: https://gobookmart.com

The Last Thing He Told Me: Book By Laura Dave “Laura Dave's The Last Thing He Told Me is a thrilling roller coaster of a novel. This smart, intimate exploration of love and family is the foundation of a beautifully constructed mystery filled with twists and turns. A must-read.” — Jean Kwok , New York Times  bestselling author of  Searching for Sylvie Lee “Dave pulls off something that fe...

Arsenic and Adobo: Book By Mia P. Manansala "This debut introduces readers to Filipino American food and culture, with its emphasis on family. There are cozy tropes (the close-knit community, the food business), but the emphasis on the Tagalog language, the culture, and drug dealing in a small town add gravity and individuality to this outstanding series kick-off."— Library Journal , starred revie...

Realm breaker: Book By Victoria Aveyard “There are a wide variety of action scenes, daring escapes, and betrayals…exquisite descriptions and clashing motivations result in a nuanced, sprawling realm. An epic series opener of old-school high fantasy catering to modern audiences.“ -- Kirkus Reviews Praise for the Red Queen series :     “Aveyard’s “little lightning girl” remains a relatable...

Her Last Holiday: Book By C.L. Taylor “Great characters and a clever, complex and unpredictable plot.” – Claire Douglas “Complex, absorbing, and brilliantly plotted.” – Louise Jensen “A joy to read with a compelling plot, humour and a killer twist.” – Mark Edwards Website: https://gobookmart.com

The Prison Healer by Lynette Noni “Let me say right up front that Lynette Noni is a very talented writer. Her books tell stories that draw you in and refuse to let go. Her characters are memorable and quick to surprise. I cannot wait to see what she will do next." —Terry Brooks, author, The Shannara Chronicles "Lynette Noni is a masterful storyteller. Her characters steal into your heart and won't...

Project Hail Mary: Book By Andy Weir Website: https://gobookmart.com “Andy Weir proves once again that he is a singular talent. Project Hail Mary is so fascinating and propulsive that it’s downright addictive. From the first page as Ryland wakes up not knowing who or where he is, I was hooked.” —Taylor Jenkins Reid,  New York Times  bestselling author of  Daisy Jones & The Six “...

The Perfect Daughter: By D.J. Palmer "Will keep readers in its grip." ― Publishers Weekly "What starts as a slow-burning thriller ends in a crescendo of intensity as D.J. Palmer’s newest thriller, The Perfect Daughter , explores the often-terrifying intersection of mental health disorders and the criminal justice system...Full of twists and turns, readers will stay busy trying to guess just what i...

Dial A for Aunties: By Jesse Q. Sutanto "Sutanto brilliantly infuses comedy and culture into the unpredictable rom-com/murder mystery mashup as Meddy navigates familial duty, possible arrest and a groomzilla. I laughed out loud and you will too.”— USA Today (four-star review) "I LOVED it. Whip-smart, original and so funny. I found it impossible to put down and lost count of the numb...

In Her Tracks: By Robert Dugoni “A warmhearted procedural about some ice-cold crimes.” — Kirkus Reviews “Fast-paced, complex police procedural…[one] of our favorite mysteries and thrillers…” — The Amazon Book Review “The best and most compelling novel of [the] Tracy Crosswhite series.” — Mountain Times Website: https://gobookmart.com

Malice: By Heather Walter “The villain takes center stage in Walter’s superlative debut, a refreshing spin on Sleeping Beauty. . . . Fairy tale lovers of all ages will be thrilled.” — Publishers Weekly (starred review) “A truly original and clever retelling of a classic that had me racing to the end—you’ll never look at ‘Sleeping Beauty’ the same way again.” —S. A. Chakraborty, auth...

The Drowning Kind By Jennifer McMahon "McMahon has a gift for creating creepy atmosphere and letting spooky suggestions linger in the mind. She’s also adept at weaving legends and stories into the fabric of what feels like real life, because her characters are so believably vulnerable. For best results, read it on a dark and stormy night—in a well-lit room, far away from the water.” — Kirkus Revie...

Mirrorland: By Carole Johnstone "Johnstone has plenty of tricks up her sleeve in this suspenseful tale of betrayal and revenge, memory and imagination, and the thin line between love and hate."  — Business Insider "Enthralling . . . a dark, twisting thriller that explores the pitch-black corners of people’s minds; how good and bad, love and hate, terror and joy can co-exist; and how childhood...

House of Hollow: By Krystal Sutherland “ Wonderfully creepy and full of unnerving supernatural flourishes .” — PopSugar “ [Readers] will be eviscerated . . . Alive with lush language and a dark fairy tale feel , this is a compelling readalike for lovers of Holly Black’s many wonderful fair folk standalones and series.” — School Library Journal “ Smart and assured narration easily carries a fa...

What Comes After: By JoAnne Tompkins “If you enjoyed  The Searcher  by Tana French, read  What Comes After  by JoAnne Tompkins.… a mystery — and a gritty meditation on loss and redemption, drenched in stillness and grief.”  — The Washington Post “Nail-biting wallop of a debut novel. . . Tompkins delivers a thoughtful, unexpectedly optimistic tale.” — The New York Times Web...

The Last Bookshop in London: By Madeline Martin Website: https://gobookmart.com “ The Last Bookshop in London is an irresistible tale which showcases the transformative power of literacy, reminding us of the hope and sanctuary our neighborhood bookstores offer during the perilous trials of war and unrest.” --Kim Michele Richardson, New York Times- bestselling author of The Book Woman of Troublesom...

Rule of Wolves: By Leigh Bardugo “ A wild ride both fantastical and grounded in nuance.”― Kirkus Reviews Praise for King of Scars : "[Bardugo] touches on religion, class, family, love ― all organically, all effortlessly, all cloaked in the weight of a post-war reckoning with the cost (literal and figurative) of surviving the events that shape both people and nations." ― NPR Website: https://gobook...

The Crown of Gilded Bones: By Jennifer L. Armentrout "Jennifer L. Armentrout has absolutely blown me away with this entire series! I've turned into a swooning fangirl!" ~ New York Times bestselling author Larissa Ione  "Completely unputdownable and utterly unforgettable. Armentrout grabs hold of you from the first page of TCOGB with her flawless storytelling, engaging characters and the unfor...

When The Stars Go Dark: Book By Paula McClain “Paula McLain, already established as  the  master of the historical novel, now explodes into crime fiction with a richly satisfying, tremendously moving mystery—haunting, poignant, lyrical, urgent.” —Chris Pavone, author of  The Paris Diversion “Fantastically propulsive and deeply atmospheric, this novel grabs you from the very first pa...

Mother May I: By Joshilyn Jackso "The tension is skillfully built . . . a thriller with a sharp #MeToo edge." -- Kirkus Reviews on Mother May I "An addictive domestic suspense, Jackson’s latest asks how far a mother will go to protect her child." -- Parade on Mother May I "Gripping . . . The dark secret at the novel's heart rings all too true. Jackson knows how to ratchet up the suspense." --...

The Good Sister: Book By Sally Hepworth " Hepworth's latest further solidifies her place among the top domestic suspense authors ...Fern is drawn as smart, capable, and probably on the spectrum, and she is multilayered and relatable, illustrating Hepworth's talent for page-turners with depth. " -- Booklist "It's a warped tale of twisted memories and skewed perceptions that will make fans of psycho...

The Red Book (A Black Book Thriller 2): By James Patterson "Crisply written ... a fine thriller."― Booklist Praise for The Black Book :   "The plot twists will give you whiplash."― Washington Post "Brilliantly twisty."― Publishers Weekly, starred review Website: https://gobookmart.com