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FEB. 3, 2015
These young women are sympathetic and slyly seductive, sometimes selfish and maddeningly un–self-aware, but they are... Full review >
MAY 1, 2015
An evocative novel that brings to life an intensely realized portrait of the South Carolina Lowcountry and sends its... Full review >
SEPT. 8, 2015
An attempt to map how the unbearable is borne, elegantly written and bravely imagined. Full review >
APRIL 21, 2015
A talent to watch. Full review >
MAY 26, 2015
Part Fight Club, part feminist manifesto, an offbeat and genre-bending novel that aims high—and delivers. Full review >
JUNE 16, 2015
A wholly original, engrossing, disturbing, and beautiful book. You’ve never read anything quite like this, and you won’t... Full review >
JUNE 16, 2015
A triumphant, singular collection deserving of every accolade it will likely receive. Full review >
SEPT. 22, 2015
A suspenseful, emotional story that asks plenty of big questions about identity and freedom, this is a debut not to be... Full review >
OCT. 13, 2015
Who knew reading about communists could be so much fun? Full review >
NOV. 3, 2015
A delightful debut, tender and funny. The mystery takes on the worldwide problem of abused women while revealing both the... Full review >
APRIL 7, 2015
Both chilling and funny, and a worthy addition to the library of first-rate novels about the Vietnam War. Full review >
APRIL 14, 2015
An immensely rewarding read and a remarkable debut. Full review >
AUG. 10, 2015
An intense, riveting saga of the multiplying casualties of one family’s secrets and a girl’s determination to take control... Full review >
JULY 14, 2015
Clever and engaging, this impressive first novel will reward both casual readers looking for a fun period adventure and... Full review >
MARCH 10, 2015
A nimble debut that demonstrates not a singular narrative voice but a realistic chorus of them. Full review >
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