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A smart, straight-talking account by an author who courageously followed her beliefs. Full review >
SEPT. 14, 2018
Prescription: Read. Laugh. Cry. Repeat. Full review >
OCT. 30, 2018
A coming-of-age story that deftly demonstrates the potency of standing up for one’s beliefs. Full review >
FEB. 13, 2017
A historically eye-opening memoir told with insight and wit. Full review >
AUG. 9, 2018
A promising first novel featuring an unlikely hero. Full review >
MARCH 27, 2018
A gripping sci-fi Western that ends too soon. Full review >
JUNE 29, 2018
An exuberant fantasy that earnestly explores its teen protagonist’s problems. Full review >
APRIL 13, 2019
An action-packed adventure, a wealth of historical and cultural minutiae, and an engaging protagonist. Full review >
An assortment of intriguing characters and subplots neatly packed into a memorable cautionary tale. Full review >
An engaging second sci-fi installment with remarkable details and characters. Full review >
JAN. 2, 2019
A philosophically simplistic but entertaining ecological drama. Full review >
SEPT. 22, 2018
A sufficient mystery elevated by a pragmatic and able heroine. Full review >
APRIL 1, 2018
A good choice for readers who love historical tales of strong-willed women. Full review >
MAY 7, 2019
An engaging read with a plethora of captivating literary and historical details wrapped in a contemporary whodunit. Full review >
DEC. 2, 2015
A colorful, involving account of decades of drug addiction. Full review >
OCT. 13, 2018
Laudable characters and striking exposition give this world a grand introduction. Full review >
FEB. 13, 2018
Searching poems that often make effective use of language, though some are overly polemical at times. Full review >
JUNE 1, 2018
A moody and absorbing detective story. Full review >
NOV. 6, 2018
Readers will likely welcome a sequel to this well-wrought historical family saga. Full review >
NOV. 7, 2018
A stunningly thorough and poignant study of African-Americans. Full review >
APRIL 19, 2014
A message book with a bit of mystery. Full review >
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