Book Review: X Marks The Haunt by Lindsay Currie

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X Marks The Haunt  by Lindsay Currie is a chilling middle grade horror novel that begins with Will Stone conducting genealogy research at Graceland Cemetery, where his mother works. When an old crypt key goes missing, it unleashes a sinister force within the cemetery, draining the lake and slowly sucking the life from the surrounding trees. As the eerie presence grows stronger, Will and his friends must rely on his unique knowledge and investigative skills to uncover the truth and put a stop to the dangerous energy wreaking havoc before it consumes everything in its path. I'd like to thank NetGalley, Random House Children's Books, and Delacorte Press for approving my request for an Advanced Readers Copy (ARC) of X Marks The Haunt  by Lindsay Currie. All I knew about the novel before I read it was that it was a children's horror book, and I loved the cover! I received a digital copy for free in exchange for my honest review. First and foremost, the story was exceptionally a...
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Book Reviews 2018

The Running Bibliophile's Book Reviews for 2018

Are you searching for your next great book to read? Or did you miss one of The Running Bibliophile’s book reviews from 2018? You’re in the right place! Below, you’ll find a curated collection of book recommendations and honest book reviews that highlight memorable reads from that year. Whether you love mysteries, thrillers, romance, or literary fiction, you may just discover a new favorite author, series, or genre to add to your reading list. 

At The Running Bibliophile, we strive to share thoughtful, balanced, and genuine opinions about every book we review. Our goal is to help fellow readers find books they’ll truly enjoy while respecting the fact that every novel is a labor of love for its author. Not every book will resonate with every reader and that’s perfectly okay. Sometimes a story simply isn’t the right fit for us, but it might be exactly what someone else is looking for. 

We invite you to explore these 2018 book reviews, click through to read our full thoughts, and decide which titles deserve a spot on your bookshelf or e-reader. If you’ve read any of these books, we’d love to hear your perspective! Feel free to share your thoughts in the comments and join the conversation with fellow book lovers. 

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September 2018
  • Shadow of Night (All Souls Trilogy #2) by Deborah Harkness

October 2018
November 2018
  • California Girl (Sweet Dreams # 6) by Janet Quin-Harkin
  • Neil Patrick Harris, Choose Your Own Autobiography by Neil Patrick Harris
  • Plum Lovin' (Stephanie Plum, #12.5) by Janet Evanovich
  • Clock Dance by Anne Tyler
  • Trick or Treat by Richie Tankersley Cusick

December 2018

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