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MINDWARP

by Richard Hébert

A beguiling blend of high-concept narrative and old-school literary chops. Full review >

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THE SHIELD THAT FELL FROM HEAVEN

by William S. Kerr

A delightfully playful cross-genre novel whose science fiction is every bit as enjoyable as its historical fiction. Full review >

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THE SHAKE

by Mel Nicolai

An utterly readable fusion of vampire fiction and labyrinthine whodunit powered by a highly intelligent narrative containing... Full review >

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RIDDLES IN PROVENCE

by Jane E.M. Robinson

A skillful blend of passion, mystery, politics and history, set in a perfectly rendered Provence. Full review >

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