Thursday, March 5, 2026

"Stands out in a sea of psychological thrillers" - review of SUCH A PERFECT FAMILY

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SUCH A PERFECT FAMILY by Nalini Singh (Berkley, 2026) Reviewed by Craig Sisterson Love at first sight, a whirlwind Vegas wedding, a fairy-ta...
Monday, March 2, 2026

Review: THE GAMBLER

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THE GAMBLER by JP Pomare (Hachette, 2026) Reviewed by Karen Chisholm PI Vince Reid is visiting an old friend when he's offered a case he...
Thursday, February 5, 2026

"A pleasing brain-teaser" - review of THE KILLER QUESTION

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THE KILLER QUESTION by Janice Hallett (Viper Books, January 2026) Reviewed by Craig Sisterson Mal and Sue Eastwood were once the kindly land...
Tuesday, February 3, 2026

"Immerses readers in harsh Arctic landscapes" - review of A GIFT BEFORE DYING

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A GIFT BEFORE DYING by Malcolm Kempt (Baskerville, 2026) Reviewed by Craig Sisterson After a botched high-profile murder investigation, Serg...
Thursday, January 22, 2026

Review: THE BOAT SHED

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THE BOAT SHED by Robyn Cotton (Hatherop Books, 2024) Reviewed by Carolyn McKenzie An unidentified young girl is found dead in suspicious cir...
Thursday, January 15, 2026

Review: EMPATHY

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EMPATHY by Bryan Walpert (Makaro Press, 2025) Reviewed by Alyson Baker Marketing executive Alison Morris bets her reputation on a project to...
Monday, December 15, 2025

"More festive than mystery" - review of MURDER UNDER THE MISTLETOE

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MURDER UNDER THE MISTLETOE by Richard Coles (Weidenfeld & Nicolson, 2024) Reviewed by Craig Sisterson It is Christmas Day and at Champto...
Saturday, December 13, 2025

Review: THE JIBE

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THE JIBE by Robyn Cotton (Hatherop Books, 2024) Reviewed by Carolyn McKenzie Ella Hampton makes a mayday call from Aurora on the Hauraki Gul...