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This unique and charming story is narrated by Jack, a lovable little rascal spending time at Aunty and Uncle’s countryside kennels while his owners are away. From the moment he arrives, Jack makes his presence known, leaving paw prints not just on the furniture, but on the hearts of the humans and fellow four-legged residents alike.

Jack documents his daily adventures in a diary, capturing the comings and goings of the busy kennel and cattery with wit, attitude, and a keen nose for drama. Whether he’s stirring up trouble with the camel hair carpet, forging unlikely friendships with Lady Cat and Zawadi, or getting into mischief involving burned possums and chewed-up rats, Jack ensures he’s always at the centre of attention — and never short to pass the blame around, usually to the cat.

But this story isn’t just about laughs (though there are plenty of those) there’s tenderness too, especially when Jack and his friends face the heartbreaking loss of one of their own. I found myself laughing out loud in one moment and close to shedding tears the next. Jack isn’t a well dog and begins to lose his sight due to diabetes but his spirited outlook on life never falters. His voice is full of personality, mischief, and warmth, making this a truly special read.

The Rosary Girls begins with a chilling discovery: a young girl found murdered, her hands bolted together, gruesomely mutilated, and rosary beads threaded between her fingers. Veteran homicide detective Kevin Byrne and his new partner, Jessica Balzano, are assigned to the case.

As Easter approaches, more victims (Catholic schoolgirls) begin turning up in the same horrifying condition. With no solid leads and a ruthless killer striking daily, Byrne and Balzano are thrust into a frantic race to stop one of Philadelphia’s most twisted serial murderers.

From the opening chapter, I was completely gripped. Richard Montanari is a master of the genre. The story twists and turns with precision, keeping the suspense high and the tension taut throughout. The setting is dark, atmospheric, and gritty. Another refreshing touch is that the detectives work within a competent team, no bumbling superiors trying to claim credit, no one-dimensional bureaucracy. The focus stays on the killer’s terrifying acts and the detective’s tireless pursuit.

For my horror pick, it has to be Carrie. It’s been a very, very long time but I still remember the feeling this book gave me. I was just eleven when I first read this novel, and it felt like I’d discovered my love of books and horror in that single moment.

The story of a girl tormented by her classmates, and emotionally and physically abused by her fanatically religious mother. Carrie discovers she has a rare gift, one where she can move objects with her mind. She leans to control her telekinesis.

Carrie may seem like a simple story: a lonely girl with no friends, who doesn’t understand her own body, suddenly gets her first period and is mocked mercilessly by her peers in one of the most infamous scenes in horror scenes slowly draws the reader into the full horror of what Carrie White is and what she endures. When Carrie finally unleashes her wrath, it feels justified. And that’s what King does best, he makes you connect with his characters.

BIO: Miss Wolfe is a dark fiction writer who crafts chilling tales. Her stories blur the line between fear and fascination, captivating readers who love the macabre. Follow her on Facebook, HERE, TwiX HERE and instagram, HERE.