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Ultimate Page-Turners for Spring

HISTORY

KILL OR CAPTURE

by Matthew Alexander

A gripping story that provides insight into a much-misunderstood but crucial job. Full review >

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BIOGRAPHY & MEMOIR

VICE

by John R. Baker with Stephen J. Rivele

In-your-face violence and resilient heroism that leaps off the page. Full review >

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HISTORY

MY FRIEND THE MERCENARY

by James Brabazon

A haunting memoir and tribute to an extraordinary comrade-at-arms. Full review >

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CURRENT EVENTS & SOCIAL ISSUES

DREAMS AND SCHEMES

by Steve Lopez

There’s something for everyone in this smart, comprehensive anthology of West Coast city living. Full review >

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FICTION

ONE FIFTH AVENUE

by Candace Bushnell

With a breezy pace that brings to mind a Gilded Age comedy of manners, the novel might not have anything new to say about... Full review >

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THRILLER & SUSPENSE

STILL MISSING

by Chevy Stevens

A grueling, gripping demonstration of melodrama’s darker side. As Annie tells the cops who insist that everything’s OK... Full review >

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SCIENCE FICTION & FANTASY

ROBOPOCALYPSE

by Daniel H. Wilson

Vigorous, smart and gripping, this debut novel is currently being turned into a feature film directed by Steven Spielberg. Full review >

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FICTION

THE STORY OF EDGAR SAWTELLE

by David Wroblewski

An auspicious debut: a boon for dog lovers, and for fans of storytelling that eschews flash. Highly recommended. Full review >

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