BookwormBurrows

Sunday, July 6, 2025

Your Child Next

by M. J. Arlidge; Andy Maslen

Pub Date:

Review by

Emily B, Reviewer

Last updated on Jul 06 2025

M.J Arlidge has collaborated with Andy Malden on this gripping thriller. Annie is sent a video of herself crying at her daughters funeral, but her daughter is very much alive. Who would sent a sick hoax video? Someone is back mailing parents who will do anything to keep their children safe.
A well set out plot and some clever writing keeps your attention and wanting to know the outcome for Annie. Any fan of Arlidge, will love this twisty thriller.

Ten Seconds

by Robert Gold

Pub Date:

Review by

Emily B, Reviewer

Last updated on Jul 06 2025

Ten Seconds is a pulse-pounding thriller—third in the Ben Harper series—set in the fictional town of Haddley. When journalist Madeline goes missing after a birthday gathering, friend and

reporter Ben Harper must race back to a decade-old murder case to save her before time runs out. With multiple timelines, unexpected twists, and mounting tension, it’s a relentless, one-sitting read that “will keep you up all night”
Ideal for fans of Broadchurch-style mysteries and Harlan Coben’s intense thrillers, this delivers a fast, gripping ride that never lets go.

Five by Five

by Claire Wilson

Pub Date:

Review by

Emily B, Reviewer

Last updated on Jul 06 2025

Five by Five plunges readers into a claustrophobic Scottish prison through the eyes of Kennedy Allardyce, an intelligence analyst tracking both inmates and corrupt staff. When whispers of a lethal guard—nicknamed “Scout”—emerge, tensions gather pace. Kennedy’s budding romance with Officer Molly adds emotional stakes as danger closes in. Raw, fast-moving, and authentically gritty, this debut grips you hard.
In a nutshell: A taut, gripping thriller that blends corruption, suspense, and emotional nuance inside the prison walls—Wilsons marks herself as a major new voice in crime fiction.

Cover Image: Don't Let Her In

Don't Let Her In

by Joanne Ryan

Pub Date:

Review by

Emily B, Reviewer

Last updated on Jul 06 2025

Don’t Let Her In is a gripping and twisty domestic thriller set on Mandalay Close, where poison-pen letters plague a suburban street—everyone receives one... except newcomer Lena. As suspicion grows and secrets surface, Lena becomes the prime suspect in vandalism, missing-person scares, and even possible murder. The story unfolds through multiple POVs, offering layers of misdirection and tension
A tense, character-driven thriller perfect for fans of suburban paranoia and sharply executed twists.

Quarter to Midnight

by Karen Rose

Pub Date:

Review by

Emily B, Reviewer

Last updated on Jul 06 2025

Quarter to Midnight is a gripping romantic suspense set in New Orleans. Ex-Marine-turned-PI Molly Sutton teams up with chef-turned-investigator Gabe Hebert to solve his father’s suspicious death. With a fast-paced, twisty plot, corrupt cops, steamy chemistry, and a richly atmospheric backdrop, this first book in the New Orleans series is intense, character-driven, and hard to put down

In Too Deep

by Simon McCleave

Pub Date:

Review by

Emily B, Reviewer

Last updated on Jul 06 2025

In Too Deep is a fast-paced, atmospheric crime thriller set on the windswept island of Anglesey. DI Laura Hart returns to duty after personal tragedy, only to be pulled into a chilling case involving an unearthed skeleton, MI5 secrets, and the Real IRA. With gripping twists, emotional depth, and a vividly drawn setting, this second installment in the Anglesey series blends past and present mysteries with skill. Simon McCleave delivers a compelling read that’s both suspenseful and character-driven.

Wednesday, July 2, 2025

Spiral

by Cameron Ward

Pub Date:

Review by

Emily B, Reviewer

Last updated on Jul 02 2025

Spiral is a high-concept, pulse-pounding thriller that combines a Groundhog Day-style time loop with a gripping emotional core. Mother Charlie finds herself trapped on a doomed flight—with her estranged pilot son Theo aboard—repeating the same fatal crash over and over again. As she experiences the loop, she must piece together clues to save everyone on board .
The novel balances edge-of-your-seat suspense with deeper layers—relational tension between mother and son, speculative physics, and moral choices under pressure. Reviewers describe it as “fast-paced, tense, creepy and a high-octane ride” and “impossible to put down,” praising the clever premise and emotional stakes. Most agree that the time-loop structure doesn’t overwhelm the story, thanks to strong character development and narrative momentum .
An inventive and gripping thriller, Spiral delivers relentless tension while exploring a mother's fierce love and self-discovery. A standout summer read for fans of high-concept suspense.