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 thrillerโthough thatโs a debate for another time. There are no supernatural elements here, just ...
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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: Give Me Back My Children by Sarah C. Allred | Surviving the FLDS and Reclaiming Her Family
Give Me Back My Children by Sarah C. Allred offers a rare and intimate glimpse into the life of an FLDS woman under Warren Jeffs' control. I thoroughly enjoyed this book because the author displays real spunk, and I immediately appreciated her willingness to add a dose of irreverenceโeven using a curse word or twoโduring the early days of her marriage to Richard Allred. I also appreciated seeing Richard Allredโknown as Rich to his ...
Murder by Cheesecake by Rachel Ekstrom Courage | Golden Girls Vibes and Cozy Crimes Collide
Murder by Cheesecake by Rachel Ekstrom Courage sounded like the perfect book to ease into summer. After all, nothing says warm, cozy chaos quite like the Miami sun and the beloved cast of The Golden Girls. Fun fact: Iโve never actually seen The Golden Girls. You see, Mama thought the show was downright filthy, and well, thatโs a story for another day when I can put on my best Rose impression and tell you all about the backward way I was raised in ...
