Perhaps because I had not read the other books in the series, I had a little trouble trying to make sense of it at first. To me it was not a completely believable plot but not bad ,it was a good book. I will give it a try again after reading the previous books. Definitely look forward to it!

Lucy Score is quickly becoming one of my favorite authors. This book was so funny and entertaining. Riley & Nick were so funny and made this book a fast read and I didn't want to go to sleep at night to see what they were up to. This book was just I needed after a long week.

Love Lucy Score and I love this series. It was superfunny (had a lot of laugh out loud moments) and a great mystery which kept my attention the whole book. Loved the main characters too. Like others have said, this book should be made into a movie or a tv series - I would definitely watch. Cannot wait for the next book in this series!

Thank you to NetGalley for the ARC.

A great, fast paced read, the third in this series. I liked how it was told from both points of view and the range of characters. Looking forward to the next books in this series.

I received this book through Netgalley and soon realized it was book #3 in the Riley Thorn’s series however I didn’t feel like the 2 first book were absolutely necessary for this one.

I really enjoyed the feel, and how funny it was!

It’s the (continuing) story of Riley and Nick. Nick has an ongoing investigation to find Beth who’s been missing for 6 years. Nick has alway felt guilty he wasn’t able to be there and save her or do more when she just disappeared. But as he’s not taking any new cases, bills are starting to pile up. As for Riley, she let him do his investigation but after a while, she took matters into her own hands and made a call for help through her psychic spirit guides to giver her hints of where Beth could be. Nothing made much sense to her but soon realizes it made a lot more sens than she thought.

Her psychic power really brought her for a ride and all events following were also out of this world! But as things happen and seem to make sense, there’s always a twist coming up and brings you back to square one.

With the many (not that many) characters, and their own personality, it makes it such a fun light read!

I actually bought book 1 to start the series!
I recommend it!

Thank you Netgalley and Lucy Score for this ARC.

The Blast from the Past
⭐️5/5⁣⁣⁣
🥰Psychic
🥰Mystery
🥰Scooby-Doo Vibes
🥰Contemporary Romance

This book was great. It has me laughing, confused, and even excited to see what Riley and Nick would uncover.

This group of amazing friends and family had me wanting more. They give off Scooby-doo vibes, and I loved reading there interactions.

The twists and turns of the roller coaster that Riley and Nick go on will have you not able to put this book down. You will need to have read book 1 & 2 to understand what’s going on. You will laugh, cry from laughing to hard, and moments of nail biting suspense.
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I would highly recommend this as your next read!

Nick is obsessing over a cold case. Meanwhile, Ms. Penny is calling the shots for investigative work. Her new house guests seem to be trouble based on the severed finger delivered to their house.

I missed Riley’s cotton candy world! If you loved the first two in this series, this book provides the same comedic relief. Must read!

Thank you to Lucy Score, SOURCEBOOKS Bloom Books and NetGalley for an ARC in exchange for an honest review.

This is book 3 of a series. When I put in for the ARC, I thought it was the newest book but then realized it was one I previously read. It still was delightful to reread to prepare for the true book 4.

I beg this series be made into a TV show or movie! If you are looking for hilarious hijinks with senior citizens and off the wall characters, mystery, suspense, supernatural/psychics and sweet and steamy romance...CHECK THIS OUT! Yes, it is a little over the top, but oh, my, how much fun!!

This series from Lucy Score is so witty, humorous, and entertaining. I've read the first three in the series in three days. I've been hooked since the first few chapters not wanting to finish or for them to end.
The characters are so worth the read. The octogenarian's are amazingly humorous. The MFC is an inexperienced psychic. The MMC is a private investigator trying to solve an open case that's personal to him while maintaining his relationships and business. I'm unsure how Lucy came up with the idea and the depth for these characters but it was brilliant. If you want humor mixed in with a lot of "what the heck this cannot be happening" romance, mystery novel, this is the book for you.

I will be recommending this whole series and will definitely be rereading these in my future.

This is one of my favourite series and this third book did not disappoint!!! This book keeps you completely on the edge of your seat. Lucy Score writes in such a way where you feel you are Riley Thorn. You feel all of her emotions and insecurities and each read is a rollercoaster. I cannot finish reading a Lucy Score book without desperately wanting to jump into the next book at the exact same time as desperately missing the characters and stories I left behind.

I've liked some of her other books, but maybe since it's a series the characters needed more context to care about than coming in on book 3. That paired with a string of absurd over the top situations which I didn't find entertaining.

Story 2, Characters: 2, Engagement Level: 2
Recco?: no

Highlights:
- Some witty banter
- Quirky circle of people
- Liked the psychic idea paired with an owner of an investigation company

Lowlights:
- Weak story didn't keep my interest
- Many scenes tried to be comical but fell flat
- I couldn't get invested in the core romantic relationship

Some fun quotes:
"I feel like everything she says is just a tiny bit bullshit mixed with a pinch of bizarre motivational poster "

"Excuse my friend. Jasmine is valued for her loyalty and her vengeance."

"You're scary when you use your powers for good

"I feel like I need to shower for at least an hour to get rid of that negativity "

OKAY LUCY! I see you girl! This was such a good read! The twists and turns had me ON MY TOES! From beginning till the very end, I was hooked! I don’t think there is much to say because I am speechless! What a great read. Phenomenal job!! Thank you to the team of Lucy Score and NetGalley for allowing me to receive this ARC!

Blast from the Past is the third book in the Riley Thorn series by Lucy Score. Score continues to deliver wit, charm, and humor in this third installment. 

Riley and Nick have settled into domestic life together. While settling into their future together, Nick is haunted by a case from his past. Throw in some malfunctioning psychic powers, nosy neighbors, and mysteries and you have the plot for Blast from the Past.

This book, and the series as a whole, is the perfect pick-me-up if you're in a reading slump. The writing is sharp, the plot moves quickly, and the characters are entertaining. 

The book is well-rounded. It has a nice balance of plot-driven and character-driven content. The comedic character asides give a nice break from the drama. The drama gives more weight to the comedy. Score does a great job walking the line between humor and drama.

While secondary characters often get lost in the shuffle of the plot, these characters all make a case for themselves. The characters in this series are laugh-out-loud funny. Their heartwarming quirks set this series apart. The characters' banter and asides are some of the funniest to read. This series has the potential for many spinoffs, which I hope Score explores in the future. I would read a book about Mrs. Penny alone.  

Riley and Nick's chemistry leaps off the page. They have an epic couple quality to them which feels authentic rather than too cutesy. While some series thrive on the "will they or won't they" trope, Riley and Nick prove novels can be more interesting when a couple is in the "will be" zone. Their misadventures together are entertaining and suspenseful. 

While Blast from the Past is third in the series, it could easily operate as a standalone novel. Score gives some hints/general recaps from previous books without giving away too many spoilers.

I hope Lucy Score continues the series past book four! With witty writing and standout characters, this is one series I can't wait to add to my bookshelf. Blast from the Past a fun read that will leave you satisfied yet wanting more, the way any good book does.

Thank you to SOURCEBOOKS Bloom Books and NetGalley for the Advanced Reader Copy in exchange for an honest review.

Riley Thorn and Nick Santiago are at it again along with their colorful cast of friends and acquaintances. This time they are living in their own fixer upper next to the old folks mansion when Weber's sister returns to town. Full of crazy hijinks and surprises, I laughed my way through this book. If you like the writing of Janet Evanovich, you should definitely read this series too.

This is a book within the Riley Thorn series by Lucy Score. It’s a fast read, and is pretty silly. It felt like reading a long episode of the early 2010s show “Psych.”

This was a five star read! I found the characters to be very funny and entertaining. Riley’s neighbors and friends were colorful and kept me laughing the entire time. I couldn’t put it down!

Oh my god! This book is so fun and funny! I found myself reading and laughing out loud a few times. Lucy score does it again!
The comments are sharp and witty! It’s such a fantastic book with so many plot twists that keep the readers engaged! I adore this book!!!

I think I liked this one even more than Corpse in the Closet! I feel as though this one stranded more on the plot rather than Riley being a psychic. Her relationship goes through trials, other characters are evolving, and I honestly can’t wait for book 4! This one kept me laughing, but also on my toes. The plot twist kept coming!!

I just love this series! Score has crafted a world full of wacky and zany hijinks that I find hilarious and fascinating and oh so fun. There is a little more romance and sex than I typically seek out - and it seems that there is more of that in each subsequent book in the series - but I don't mind it sprinkled in (although the penultimate scene got to be a *but* much for me - you'll know it when you read it).

Her characters are definitely the big draw for me here. She has such a wide range of personalities and quirks, and her characters are extremely well developed. I also love the offbeat direction of the plots she puts forth and how each book offers a standalone mystery to be solved, yet each also expands the depth of the universe she has created.

I really enjoyed her afterward "peek into my brain" in which she explained that this was originally intended as a trilogy yet she discovered herself with a dozen plots and so the books keep coming... I say brava. I will definitely keep reading!

4.5🌟
The Blast From The Past by Lucy Score is a very entertaining mystery comedy and the 3rd book in the Riley Thorn Series.
I received an ARC of this book before I read the first two, so I purchased book one in the series and read it before I read this one to get the backstory … so glad I did! I Love this series! I love the quirky characters and the silly fun of this book.
Thank you NetGalley and SOURCEBOOKS Bloom Books for the ARC in exchange for my honest review.