FICTION
Released: July 19, 2005
"Is this Irving's worst novel? No doubt about it. Will it sell gazillions of copies nevertheless? Absolutely. "
The life of an actor is compromised and traumatized by his many relationships with older women, in Irving's sprawling--in fact, overstuffed--11th novel.
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CHILDREN'S
Released: Aug. 14, 2007
"Though there are no serious flaws, reaching the end of the tale feels much like an escape as well. (Fiction. YA)"
In the mire of small-town life, one young man struggles against an apathetic family and conniving girlfriend to escape.
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NONFICTION
Released: July 18, 2008
"A welcome addition to the Gonzo library and one of the best starting points for HST novices--at least until Douglas Brinkley decides to publish his eagerly awaited version of events."
McKeen (Journalism/Univ. of Florida;
Highway 61: A Father-and-Son Journey Through the Middle of America, 2003) resurrects the Good Doctor with a solid treatment of his life and work.
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FICTION
Released: May 1, 2009
"A fine and touching novel, persuasive proof of Tóibín's ever-increasing skills and range."
This plaintive sixth novel from the Booker-nominated Irish author (
Mothers and Sons, 2008, etc.) is both akin to his earlier fiction and a somewhat surprising hybrid.
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NONFICTION
Released: April 12, 2011
"Best either for serious Hedges fans or read in small doses."
Hectoring collection of Internet jeremiads by the former Pulitzer Prize–winning
New York Times war correspondent.
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