NONFICTION

CHILDHOOD ABUSE, BODY SHAME, AND ADDICTIVE PLASTIC SURGERY

by Mark B. Constantian

A solid, well-researched, and well-argued analysis of the behavior of plastic surgery patients. Full review >

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FICTION

FINDING CLAIRE FLETCHER

by Lisa Regan

A wonderfully written crime tale that favorably compares to the work of Michael Connelly, James Lee Burke, and Elmore... Full review >

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NONFICTION

THUNDERCLAP

by Juliane Corn Lee

A cancer survivor’s affecting and elegantly composed remembrance. Full review >

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NONFICTION

THE ART OF STRENGTH

by Tammy Wise

A captivating, successful, and well-illustrated guide to strengthening the mind and body. Full review >

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TEENS & YOUNG ADULT

EMPTY THREAT

by Danny Bell

An entertaining premise, effective voice, and underlying warmth make a strong start to this fantasy series. Full review >

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CHILDREN'S

JAYA'S GOLDEN NECKLACE

by Peter Linenthal ; illustrated by Peter Linenthal

An enjoyable tale that should spark conversations about the ancient world and diverse cultures. Full review >

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FICTION

SIREN SONG

by B.A. Blackwood

An intriguing premise navigated by an affable heroine. Full review >

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SCIENCE FICTION & FANTASY

THE CRUCIBLE

by B.A. Blackwood

A breezy, winsome fantasy sequel populated by a delightful batch of characters. Full review >

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FICTION

THE CENTER CANNOT HOLD

by Aaron Stander

A well-told mystery that involves Midwesterners forced to grapple with their town’s past. Full review >

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FICTION

THE WOUNDED MUSE

by Robert Delaney

An observant debut novel in which the characters’ selflessness shines through the haze. Full review >

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