GREENBEAUX

by David Bergheim

A winsome political tale about a candidate from a very particular minority. Full review >

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The Dead of August

by Panayotis Cacoyannis

A sophisticated, comic novel that brilliantly captures the triumph and folly of art, media, and publishing. Full review >

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A well-conceived, exciting story that will satisfy those looking for some emotion in their time-travel tales. Full review >

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JON FIXX

by Jason Squire Fluck

An exciting, comical page-turner about the gritty underbelly of love. Full review >

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The Stephen Hawking Death Row Fan Club

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A collection of prisoncentric stories that astonishes with its vibrancy and strong characters. Full review >

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by Jamie Jo Hoang

A touching exploration of identity and reinvention painted with gentle yet precise brush strokes. Full review >

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The Color of our Sky

by Amita Trasi

A sad, soulful, and revelatory story about a deeply troubled nation in transition. Full review >

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