Frightening Friday (Book review): The novelization author of the third film gives us a crisp, unsurprising continuation. But at least it’s better than the “Omen IV” film.
Sleuthing Sunday (Book review): Though not perfect, Sophie Hannah’s debut Poirot novel features spot-on characterization of the sleuth.
Sleuthing Sunday (Book review): Hannah’s interest in human nature dovetails with Poirot’s to a notable degree in her third take on Christie’s sleuth.
Sleuthing Sunday (Book review): With a Poirot novel, it’s often the psychology of the crime that matters, and never has that been truer.
Book club book report: Vikram Paralkar digs into the human body and dark ideas in an incongruously readable short novel.
Sleuthing Sunday (Book review): Still, Christie does share some thoughts on her novels amid recounting her life and travels.
Woody Wednesday (Book review): Fans will enjoy learning Allen’s views of his own films, and – if you’re up for it – get a thorough account of the Farrow accusation saga.
Book list: The Queen of Crime wrote six non-mystery novels under the name Mary Westmacott that showcase her versatility … and her life story.
Book club book report: A delicious idea based on a real-world event keeps Peng Shepherd’s novel compelling, but we’re left with roads to nowhere.
Book club book report: Gabrielle Zevin pens an emotional friendship drama while secretly building up the reader’s video-game knowledge.