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New and Notable Fiction for July (page 2)


Cover art for THE LAST WEREWOLF
FICTION
Released: July 1, 2011

"Duncan's writing is quirky and brilliant--and definitely not for kids."
Duncan continues the long tradition of werewolf literature in this harrowing novel of lupine transformation. Read full book review >
Cover art for MISTERIOSO
FICTION
Released: July 1, 2011
by Arne Dahl, translated by Tiina Nunnally

"Thoughtfully haunting and sometimes beautifully written, the first of Hjelm's cases to be translated into English is likely to resonate with readers of the Stieg Larsson trilogy."
An elite team of misfit police officers band together to stop a serial killer. Read full book review >
Cover art for TURN OF MIND
FICTION
Released: July 1, 2011

"A haunting story masterfully told."
LaPlante's literary novel explores uncharted territory, imagining herself into a mind, one slipping, fading, spinning away from her protagonist, a woman who may have murdered her best friend. Dr. Jennifer White lives in the dark, shadowy forest of forgetfulness. Read full book review >