Play Dead by M. Boudreaux is a quick, compelling read with a strong premise and plenty of suspense. I was immediately drawn back into the Southern embrace of North Carolina (my home state), where the story unfolds. As a fan of psychological thrillers, I appreciated the tense atmosphere. Some may argue this book leans into horror, but I consider it a thriller—though that’s a debate for another time. There are no supernatural elements here, just ...
Book Review: Cult Leaders by Al Cimino | A Critical Look at History and Oversimplification
Cult Leaders by Al Cimino is a fairly quick read that gives a brief overview of a dozen or more cults. When I picked up this book, I was hoping for more insight into the psychology behind cult leaders and what was going on in their minds, rather than just a brief overview of each group. The book is organized by types of cults rather than chronologically, which sometimes made me feel like I was bouncing back and forth, especially when certain ...
Book Review: The Warren Legacy by Chris McKinnell | When the Afterlife Needs an Editor
Let’s talk about The Warren Legacy: What the Paranormal Reveals about Consciousness and Reality by Chris McKinnell. Reading it honestly reminded me of that meme with the little kid desperately trying to explain a dream. You know the one: “Have you ever had a dream that you, um, you had, your, you- you could, you’ll do, you- you wants…” And it just keeps going until you’re sitting there thinking, Buddy, I have absolutely no idea where ...
