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Cover art for IMPERFECT PAIRINGS
INDIE
Released: May 17, 2013

"A pleasant read, rich in cultural ethos, but with little character depth."
Townsend's (Reel Life, 2012) second novel presents a portrait of two clashing cultures, embodied in the relationship between a career-minded American woman and a conflicted Italian man. Read full book review >
Cover art for KISS ME OVER THE GARDEN GATE
INDIE
Released: May 15, 2013

"A short, turbulent work that poses hard questions about living with mental illness, while also telling a consistently engaging story."
In this debut novel, Popik explores the challenges that bipolar disorder can pose to a marriage. Read full book review >
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INDIE
Released: May 13, 2013

"A slow-paced story of captivity with an emotional center that will keep readers engaged."
A methodical thriller bristling with interpersonal intrigue and compelling characters. Read full book review >
Cover art for THE CONVERTIBLE LIFE
INDIE
Released: May 8, 2013

"A cautionary tale about the heights and depths of fame and family."
Hanley's debut novel tells a tale of twin brothers in a drug-and-sex-fueled psychological whirlwind. Read full book review >
Cover art for LEAVE OF ABSENCE
INDIE
Released: May 6, 2013

"A heartrending, realistic story about grief, depression and schizophrenia that finds positivity in the darkest of moments."
Following the untimely death of his wife and son and a failed suicide attempt, a grief-stricken father is admitted to a psychiatric hospital where he struggles to find renewed hope and meaning in life. Read full book review >
Cover art for The Alpha Strategies
INDIE
Released: May 2, 2013

"A no-guesswork guide to business strategy and a persuasive thesis on why some organizations are more successful than others."
In their debut, consultants Kennedy and Kennedy attempt to demystify the business strategy process. Read full book review >
Cover art for Death Without Cause
INDIE
Released: May 1, 2013

"A mystery that may not fully satisfy genre fans, but Triolo's deft characterizations make her an author to watch."
A cozy debut medical mystery with more heart than guts. Read full book review >
Cover art for Travels in Elysium
INDIE
Released: May 1, 2013

"A smart and satisfying archaeological thriller in the vein of Dan Brown."
A Greek archaeological dig holds deep secrets. Read full book review >
Cover art for Reflection of the Gods
INDIE
Released: April 26, 2013

"An intriguing, time-hopping fantasy."
First-time fantasy novelist Llamrei tells the story of a man's chance encounter with a woman who's much more than she seems. Read full book review >
Cover art for Murder in the Molten Sea
INDIE
Released: April 22, 2013

"Misogyny detracts from an otherwise enjoyable mystery."
The true measurements of Solomon's molten sea, how to trick a ballistics expert and the murder of a prominent art dealer are just some of the puzzles testing Matt Matthias's mental prowess in Belloc's debut mystery. Read full book review >
Cover art for Anybody's Miracle
INDIE
Released: April 20, 2013

"A touching, intelligently plotted story of a couple's struggle to have children."
Desperate for a baby, a husband and wife choose in vitro fertilization in Hercher's debut novel. Read full book review >
Cover art for NEOGENESIS
INDIE
Released: April 18, 2013

"Beyond the arcane terminology and abundant dialogue, modest characters inhabit a rock-solid medical mystery."
Scientists and federal agencies desperately try to pinpoint the source of an unknown neurological disease in Hansen's debut medical thriller. Read full book review >