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FICTION

THE SHIELD THAT FELL FROM HEAVEN

by William S. Kerr

A delightfully playful cross-genre novel whose science fiction is every bit as enjoyable as its historical fiction. Full review >

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SCIENCE FICTION & FANTASY

PUSHBACK

by Alfred Wellnitz

A riveting techno-thriller with a compelling human drama at its core. Full review >

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FICTION

THE EDEN PRESCRIPTION

by Ethan Evers

An entertaining debut that’s just what the doctor ordered. Full review >

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THE SCHOOLMASTER SPY

by Xavier James

A fine, gripping page-turner infused with a deep historical sensibility. Full review >

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NONFICTION

DEATH WITH DIGNITY

by Robert Orfali

A lucid, powerful argument for letting dying patients go gentle into that good night. Full review >

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FICTION

SIRENS' SONGS

by Elisabeth Stevens

A triumphant and eloquent collection that never shies away from the emotional and intellectual entanglements of love and... Full review >

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