“Murder in Retrograde” by Greg Hickey – Review

Title:  Murder in Retrograde Author:  Greg Hickey Genre:  Fiction: Sci Fi/Noir Year: 2025 A steadfast private detective. A case that would cover all his debts. When the first body drops, can he catch a killer before he’s cashed out? In a litigious future America, detective Marcus Carver sticks to civil cases. When a space tech CEO wants him to …

Review: “How to Seal Your Own Fate”

How To Seal Your Own Fate by Kristen Perrin Publisher: Quercus. 2025 Review by Sarah Jackson A slow burn with a clanger of a climax Having previously solved the murder of her Aunt Francis and taken up residence in Gravesdown Hall, Annie is ready to settle into a country winter and get back to her writing. But …

Miss Caroline Bingley, Private Detective – Book Review

MISS CAROLINE BINGLEY, PRIVATE DETECTIVE by Kelly Gardiner & Sharmini Kumar Publisher: Harper Collins Australia, 2025 Review by Sarah Jackson Entertaining from start to finish Miss Caroline Bingley, whilst visiting her brother Charles and new wife Jane (formerly Bennet – yes, those Bennets) discovers that her friend, Georgiana Darcy, has left for London without her family’s knowledge. Ms Darcy is …

Reviews – Natio Glow

In addition to reviewing books, I sometimes get invitations to review cosmetics, makeup and perfumes. My my recent review request was from Natio. The products come in recyclable packaging and are made in Australia. I could see the little bunny symbol anywhere so can't vouch for animal testing status. Beauty Boost Cleansing Balm This is …