FICTION

ONE BLOOD

by Qwantu Amaru

A gutsy book that blazes trails, plotted at a breakneck speed that won’t let up. Full review >

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WHOLE LATTE LIFE

by Joanne DeMaio

Despite the stream-of-consciousness style that leaves the reader feeling somewhat distant from the story, DeMaio pulls off a... Full review >

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CHILDREN'S

THE GOLDEN BALL

by Katelyn Sinclair

A well-known Grimm’s fairy tale is given a playful new interpretation through rhyming couplets and appealing word pictures... Full review >

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NONFICTION

GRIEVING A SOULMATE

by Robert Orfali

A heartening testament to the ability of love to transcend loss. Full review >

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NONFICTION

DEATH WITH DIGNITY

by Robert Orfali

A lucid, powerful argument for letting dying patients go gentle into that good night. Full review >

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FICTION

FATHER TIERNEY STUMBLES

by John Shekleton

An author’s note reveals Shekleton’s intention to continue with Father Tierney’s story, and a considerable number of readers... Full review >

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SCIENCE FICTION & FANTASY

THE WOMAN AT THE WELL

by Ann Chamberlin

Impeccable research and haunting, poetic language create a lush tale to be lingered over and savored. Full review >

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UNTRACEABLE

by S.R. Johannes

A riveting tale of family ties, friendship and community loyalty. Full review >

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BIOGRAPHY & MEMOIR

OH, BEAUTIFUL

by John Paul Godges

A satisfying, well-crafted reminder of how one family’s story can encapsulate the cultural history of America as a whole. Full review >

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NONFICTION

LIFE IN A JAR

by Jack Mayer

A gripping real-life tale of extraordinary courage that had an enduring impact. Full review >

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MYSTERY & DETECTIVE

THE GIRL WHO FISHED WITH A WORM

by Harry Groome

A fun farce that will either anger or delight the throngs of hopeful Larsson fans. Full review >

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