MYSTERY & DETECTIVE

BLACK ART

by V.T. Davy

An extremely satisfying read, as thrilling as it is humane. Full review >

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FICTION

CHASING DIETRICH

by Michael Mears

A solid, page-turning throwback to the golden age of detective novels. Full review >

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DEAD END JOB

by Ingrid Reinke

A refreshing, humorous read that strikes a winning balance between chick lit and light mystery. Full review >

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FICTION

KINGDOM

by Anderson O'Donnell

For fans of noir-laden science fiction in the vein of Philip K. Dick that is in equal measures suspenseful, gripping, darkly... Full review >

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LATE BOOMER

by David Benson

Several wealthy middle-aged Manhattanites—the baby boomers of the title—have been gruesomely murdered, and Detective Carina... Full review >

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LAY SAINTS

by Adam Connell

A stylish reimagining of the psychic mystery genre. Full review >

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SCIENCE FICTION & FANTASY

MEMORIA

by Elizabeth Segrave

Multiple genres come together to form a rewarding, incomparable novel. Full review >

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FICTION

TWO OUT OF THREE

by M. M. Silva

A well-constructed story that lays a promising foundation for the rest of the series. Full review >

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