Tag Archives: murder

California Rain – Frank McAdams

(Reviewed by JD Jung) Set against the backdrop of 1950s America, California Rain delivers a gripping noir thriller that blends the intrigue of political scandal, the fight for justice, along with the glamour of old Hollywood. With an evocative sense … Continue reading

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Autocracy, Inc.: The Dictators Who Want to Run the World – Anne Applebaum

(Reviewed by JD Jung) “The autocracies want to create a global system that benefits thieves, criminals, dictators, and the perpetrators of mass murder. We can stop them.” Historian and journalist Anne Applebaum, suggests what democracies can do to save their … Continue reading

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An UnderratedRead Revisited: Russia’s War on Everybody: And What it Means for You – Keir Giles

(Reviewed by JD Jung) When I started reading Russia’s War on Everybody: And What it Means for You, I thought “I know all of this.”, as I considered myself relatively informed on the subject. However, I am so glad that … Continue reading

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Broadcast Blues (Clare Carlson Mystery Book 6) – R.G. Belsky

(Reviewed by JD Jung) Clare Carlson, news director for Channel 10 News in New York City is experiencing a mid-life crisis. She’s about to turn fifty years old, three times married, and still looking for Mr. Right. Let’s also not … Continue reading

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Dogboy v Catfish – Luke Gracias

Reviewed by JD Jung) #CommissionsEarned When I first read the title, Dogboy v Catfish, I thought that it sounded silly, and was skeptical as to whether I would enjoy the book. I hope others are not turned off by it, … Continue reading

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An UnderratedRead Revisited: The Vulture Fund – Jeff Buick

(Reviewed by Don Jung) #CommissionsEarned Two unlikely murders that don’t appear to be related become the focus of Boston detective Curtis Westcoast and his team as they try to unravel one mystery after another. This is a murder mystery series … Continue reading

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The Moscow Affair: A Nicole Graves Mystery – Nancy Boyarsky

(reviewed by JD Jung) #CommissionsEarned Private investigator Nicole Grave’s fiancé , Reinhardt, has disappeared. Actually, it’s not that unusual. First, he worked as a chief inspector for the London Metropolitan Police. He then took a rather secretive job, where his … Continue reading

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Naked Came the Detective – Glendall C. Jackson III

(reviewed by JD Jung) #CommissionsEarned Washington D.C. journalist “Chris” was always thinking about what happened to a high-end call girl he was obsessed with. One day he received an envelope from her, the contents in memoir form. He shares it … Continue reading

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Your Turn – Lavelle Andrew Miller

(reviewed by JD Jung) #CommissionsEarned Why was a well-respected detective with the Metro Nashville Police Department framed for a murder he did not commit, and worse, the crime of killing a fellow police officer? After serving ten years, that former … Continue reading

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The Vulture Fund (Curtis Westcott Crime Thrillers Book 3) – Jeff Buick

(Reviewed by Don Jung) #CommissionsEarned Two unlikely murders that don’t appear to be related become the focus of Boston detective Curtis Westcoast and his team as they try to unravel one mystery after another. This is a murder mystery series … Continue reading

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