John Bowen

This is a thriller with a supernatural element. It draws you in!

Where the Dead Walk

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My review -

‘Where The Dead Walk’ is the name of a television show which takes viewers on tours of allegedly haunted buildings. The presenter, Kate, and a medium named Charles take a tour of a building trying to ascertain if there's a restless spirit there. Kate and her producer, Henry, are sceptical and by series two haven't found much to convince them. They fear losing the series. Then they are invited to a house in a bleak spot. This time, there genuinely seems to be something present and it takes a personal interest in Kate.

In this story the evidence for something supernatural unfolds gradually.  We share Henry and Kate's scepticism until Sebastian, the owner of the property, takes a hand to convince Kate. We discover links from Kate's past which make the story feel possible, maybe inevitable. I found this story completely engrossing. A great read.

John Bowen

John Bowen is a new author to me and I really like his style. This book starts in the present day but harks back to events in the Holy Land in Crusader times.

Vessel

Amazon.com

My review - 

If you enjoy fast-paced action adventures, this is the book for you. It hits the ground running and barely lets up. Holly phones her ex-husband Gabriel for help when she finds her life is in danger. She has in her possession a mysterious vessel which two factions want and will kill to get. She herself was working for one of them as part of a team analysing it. Her boss tells an incredible tale, naming the vessel the Holy Grail though it bears no resemblance to the Last Supper cup of legend. It’s very old but appears super-modern and seems to employ nanotechnology.

The story takes place both in the present day and in historic times and is well written. The ex-husband and wife are nicely drawn characters and I felt they still held considerable attraction for one another. The finale is fast and exciting and, having made my mind up right at the end what the denouement should be, I really enjoyed the ending. Highly recommended for action/thriller fans.

The author has offered two free codes for the book on Audible.co.uk. If you'd like to obtain one, please leave a comment here and I'll draw two randomly. I will need your email address if you win so check again on July 29th.