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A heartfelt and fascinating collection of stories about people making their way to the United States. Full review >

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EVERYWHERE I LOOK

by Ona Gritz

A poignant, gripping story of love, memory, and physical and psychological brutality. Full review >

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by Susan Hanafee

A page-turning thriller set on a beautiful Florida island. Full review >

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DEATHLESS CREATURES

by Katie Wilson

Fun—if overly familiar—vampire fiction made palatable by memorable characters. Full review >

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STEEL VALLEY

by Jerry Madden

A debut novel of the ’60s that becomes more engaging as the pages turn. Full review >

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ANELA'S CLUB

by D.K. Yamashiro

An inspiring story of teenage resilience and how trauma need not be an insurmountable obstacle. Full review >

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BORN IN SPACE

by Jeremy Clift

A profound and full-bodied futuristic story of love, technology, and infinite outer space. Full review >

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by ron arias Ron Arias

An action-packed and historically rich novel with a compelling lead character. Full review >

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