Tessa Talks Books

12/19/2025

Welcome Back to Hell: Reintroducing The Great Devil War Series by Kenneth Andersen

Experience a journey of redemption and self-discovery with Philip and Satina in this unexpectedly mature YA fantasy series.

12/09/2025

Audrey Lane Stirs the Pot by Alexis Hall

Book Description “Audrey Lane is perfectly fine. Really. So what if she left her high-powered job as a Very Important Journalist—and her even higher-powered long-term girlfriend—to live a quiet life as a reporter for the second-biggest newspaper in Shropshire? And so what if she keeps hearing that same higher-powered long-term now-ex-girlfriend in her head night and day, constantly judging just how small Audrey’s allowed her life to become?...

https://tessatalksbooks.com/2025/12/09/audrey-lane-stirs-the-pot-by-alexis-hall/

11/27/2025

Skipping Christmas: A Holiday Classic for Your Shelf

Indulge in Skipping Christmas’s special edition, featuring charming details and a new afterword. Perfect for holiday enthusiasts and Grisham fans alike.

11/25/2025

Thriller Book Review: Best Offer Wins by Marisa Kashino

Marisa Kashino’s debut novel, ‘Best Offer Wins,’ combines sharp humor with suspense, following Margo’s chaotic quest for the perfect house. Root for her as she navigates obs…

11/23/2025

People and secrets from the past threaten to disrupt Nola Trenholm’s new life in New Orleans in the third novel of the Royal Street series by New York Times bestselling author Karen White.

https://tessatalksbooks.com/2025/11/23/the-lady-on-esplanade-by-karen-white/

08/16/2025

It’s been a whirlwind of reading lately—full of high-stakes mysteries, atmospheric settings, complex characters, and even a few haunting chills. Here’s what I’ve been diving into over the past week. The Break-In by Katherine Faulkner ★★★★☆ Smart, twisty, and tense, The Break-In kept me turning pages late into the night. Set in London, it follows Alice, a mother who kills an intruder in self-defense—only to realize not everything about that night adds up....

It’s been a whirlwind of reading lately—full of high-stakes mysteries, atmospheric settings, complex characters, and even a few haunting chills. Here’s what I’ve been diving into over the past week…

08/03/2025

What a week of wildly different reads! I bounced from a zombie apocalypse romance to a historical murder mystery, with a fast-paced treasure hunt and a morally murky thriller in between. It was one of those glorious reading streaks where every book felt like a totally new adventure—and I loved each one in its own way. Let’s dive into the chaos, clues, and chemistry:...

What a week of wildly different reads! I bounced from a zombie apocalypse romance to a historical murder mystery, with a fast-paced treasure hunt and a morally murky thriller in between. It was one…

07/27/2025

Summer reading is my happy place that I got to do in my happy place at the beach. This June and July were packed with stories that took me from dark forests to magical universities to sun-drenched beaches with a mystery or two. I've grouped everything by genre for easy browsing, and each book gets its moment in the sun with a quick two-paragraph review....

Summer reading is my happy place that I got to do in my happy place at the beach. This June and July were packed with stories that took me from dark forests to magical universities to sun-drenched …

06/28/2025

It’s been a week of twisty thrillers, slow-burn fantasy, and seaside second chances—and I’m loving every minute of it. Here’s a look at the books I devoured and what made them stand out (or stumble). Let’s get into it! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The Medusa Protocol by Rob Hart (Thriller) Okay, this book. This book! From the very first chapter, I was completely pulled in by the concept—Assassins Anonymous as a support group for killers trying to quit the habit?...

It’s been a week of twisty thrillers, slow-burn fantasy, and seaside second chances—and I’m loving every minute of it. Here’s a look at the books I devoured and what made them stand out (or stumble…

06/21/2025

It’s been a week of diverse reads—spicy sapphic romance, cozy witchy vibes, and a good old-fashioned revenge plot with a darkly funny twist. I loved how different these stories were, and yet each one delivered something memorable. Let’s dive in! ★★★½ – Holly Jolly July by Lindsay Maple This book is Christmas in July with a whole lot of spice—and I mean that in every sense!...

It’s been a week of diverse reads—spicy sapphic romance, cozy witchy vibes, and a good old-fashioned revenge plot with a darkly funny twist. I loved how different these stories were, and yet each o…

06/20/2025

Ultimate Blog Tour Feature Step into the warm, observant, and utterly absorbing world of The Lights of Shantinagar, a contemporary family saga that shines a thoughtful light on love, logic, and tradition in modern India. 📚 Book Details Genre: Contemporary, Family Saga Age Category: Adult Publisher: Unbound Publication Date: June 5, 2025 Pages: 272 Goodreads: Add it to your shelf…...

Ultimate Blog Tour Feature Step into the warm, observant, and utterly absorbing world of The Lights of Shantinagar, a contemporary family saga that shines a thoughtful light on love, logic, and tra…

06/14/2025

Welcome back to my weekly reading round-up, where I share my thoughts on the books I’ve devoured lately—no spoilers, just vibes. This week’s batch was full of suspense, sass, and a little bit of mayhem (the fictional kind, of course). Whether you love a twisty mystery, a feminist revenge fantasy, or a puzzling whodunit, there’s something here for you. So grab a cozy drink, curl up, and let’s talk books!...

Welcome back to my weekly reading round-up, where I share my thoughts on the books I’ve devoured lately—no spoilers, just vibes. This week’s batch was full of suspense, sass, and a little bit of ma…