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Murder By Natural Causes

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Murder By Natural Causes introduces us to Cilla, a 22-year-old contract killer who specialises in the dry job,  making murders appear as natural deaths. She is an unconventional anti-heroine, lacking beauty and physical strength, but armed with astute cleverness and tenacity. But Cilla knows her luck won't last forever, and she must find a way to reinvent herself before her past catches up with her. This intelligent thriller keeps readers engaged in her journey of self-preservation towards the normal life she so desperately craves. Do you remember going to raves and where you were when the Berlin Wall fell?  Cilla does, and it all conveniently coincides with her own small glimmer of hope. As a product of an experimental programme training child assassins behind the Iron Curtain, she had no need for emotions. This protagonist seemed more of a curiosity to me when I first started listening. She even taught me a little about the game of bridge, which I fondly remember my parents play

The Woman in Carriage 3

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The Woman in Carriage 3  is a nail-biting psychological thriller that will keep you teetering on the edge of your seat. An ordinary journey. A shocking secret. And the perfect murder… Board the 18:53 train and enter a world of suspense as Hattie's monotonous routine takes a dark turn when she becomes an unwitting participant in a gripping tale of deceit. Oblivious to the secrets that her fellow passengers carry, Hattie quietly watches until a sudden death shatters their unspoken rule of silence and thrusts her into a tangled web of mystery. With her own life in peril and no one to trust, Hattie must seek to uncover the truth hidden in plain sight. Ever wonder what it's like to commute in London? Well, if you like drama and WhatsApp groups, this is the perfect quintessentially British read for you! I actually listened to this audiobook during my daily commute, and it had me obsessed from the very first chapter. It's a tad predictable but definitely doesn't disappoint, wr

Under the Lesser Moon

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Under the Lesser Moons is compelling story about one boy's struggle to stay alive against all odds. In a world abandoned by dragons, eleven-year-old Akrist has vivid dreams and believes it's all his fault. As the sole surviving eldest boy in his tribe, a shocking truth is revealed: the Daeson are sacrificed to win back the favour of the Guides. With the dual moons nearing eclipse, he must defy his cursed fate and escape into the savage wasteland before the moons touch.  Do you remember watching The NeverEnding Story and playing Skyrim? Allow me to explain. The main character immediately reminded me of Atreyu from the classic '80s film. If you ever played the Elder Scrolls video game, you might remember all of the amazing mods – one in particular included a chicken mount, IYKYK. I listened to this audiobook and was immediately smitten with the character development and world-building. It's one of those epic tales that violently envelops all of your senses, pulling you d