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OCT. 21, 2020
A timely, profound, multidimensional guide on alternative methods of medical care delivery. Full review >
MARCH 22, 2021
A bracing adventure—fun, fast, and with themes like love, friendship, and the power of family. Full review >
JULY 1, 2022
A potent, vigorous coming-of-age tale featuring themes of identity, sexual liberation, and introspection. Full review >
An absorbing coming-of-age tale set against a realistic American backdrop. Full review >
NOV. 22, 2022
An emotionally affecting, historically edifying memoir brimming with cultural insight and wisdom. Full review >
NOV. 18, 2020
This engaging animal tale affirms that meaningful experiences exist outside holiday festivities. Full review >
MAY 19, 2022
A captivating mystery that oozes charm, danger, and romance. Full review >
MAY 17, 2019
A suspenseful and steamy otherworldly tale. Full review >
APRIL 4, 2022
A fast-paced and fun fusion of supernatural romance and mainstream thriller. Full review >
MAY 25, 2022
A verbose but often powerful set of tales that span the ages. Full review >
SEPT. 7, 2021
An engrossing tale that serves as a poignant reminder of the lives lost on 9/11. Full review >
A meditative contemporary tale about moving on and letting go. Full review >
NOV. 12, 2021
A multifaceted, thought-provoking, and learned exploration of a painful subject. Full review >
JUNE 30, 2022
A measured but engrossing tale of a tightknit community’s strength. Full review >
FEB. 6, 2022
A relatable protagonist, a believable journey of self-discovery, and a wild SF world. Full review >
MAY 12, 2022
A funny, adventurous tale of a girl who turns small-town sleuth. Full review >
MARCH 12, 2023
An immersive, bracing mystery with a big heart. Full review >
MARCH 30, 2023
An offbeat and thought-provoking set of mythic narratives. Full review >
JUNE 15, 2022
An exciting and thought-provoking compilation. Full review >
JULY 28, 2022
A gritty music story/romance with an endearing narrator. Full review >
APRIL 7, 2022
A carefully crafted tale that offers a fresh, woman-centered reevaluation of an ancient story. Full review >
A deeply realized, if overlong, novel of neurodivergence and golf. Full review >
MARCH 22, 2022
An engrossing detective story with a diverting spectral spin. Full review >
SEPT. 20, 2022
A remarkable protagonist leads a robust cast in this absorbing tale of self-discovery. Full review >
DEC. 18, 2019
An absorbing, profound look at tumultuous American lives. Full review >
FEB. 22, 2022
An impressive blend of literary drama and historical commentary. Full review >
FEB. 12, 2022
An often transporting, if uneven, elegy for a man who eluded easy categorization. Full review >
MAY 3, 2022
An insightful and practical must-read for leaders focused on the future. Full review >
MARCH 7, 2022
A lovely reminder that sharing what makes one unique is the greatest gift of all. Full review >
JULY 7, 2022
An engaging, touching, and heartbreaking adventure. Full review >
A concise and persuasive indictment of the Electoral College. Full review >
OCT. 18, 2017
An intelligent and enjoyable cross-cultural adventure. Full review >
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