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FEB. 8, 2012
A superb tale of the druggie lifestyle, by a writer with talent to burn. Full review >
MAY 1, 2009
The bighearted Yellow Umbrella discovers unexpected poignancy at a depth deeper than that of most children’s books. Full review >
NOV. 27, 2011
In a word: mind-blowing. Full review >
SEPT. 18, 2011
An intense, lyrical portrait of America's vulnerable underbelly. Full review >
NOV. 14, 2011
A well-crafted tale of passion, loss and the dangers of obsession. Full review >
MAY 25, 2012
Highly recommended for anyone interested in architecture, classical history or travel photography. Full review >
NOV. 1, 2011
What else is there to say? It’s slick. Full review >
JUNE 10, 2010
A treasure trove of hard-earned wisdom and wit. Full review >
OCT. 19, 2009
An enjoyable, eloquently told tale. Full review >
NOV. 4, 2011
A superb pictorial and video meditation on the life of cities. Full review >
MARCH 7, 2012
A powerful story that approaches a happy ending—or at least a hopeful one. Full review >
APRIL 23, 2012
A stylish reimagining of the psychic mystery genre. Full review >
JAN. 21, 2010
A straightforward, engaging spiritual quest and life adventure. Full review >
NOV. 17, 2011
A charming portrait of unadulterated pet love. Full review >
MAY 10, 2012
For fans of noir-laden science fiction in the vein of Philip K. Dick that is in equal measures suspenseful, gripping, darkly... Full review >
JUNE 21, 2012
A timely, compelling story that challenges the traditional definition of family. Full review >
JUNE 27, 2012
An illuminating look at an influential artistic period, which may well inspire readers to pick up their own pen or... Full review >
JUNE 21, 2012
Warm, wistful and occasionally weird; a subtle, carefully crafted book of poems. Full review >
SEPT. 1, 2012
Imaginative storytelling with real literary depth. Full review >
An inspirational, fascinating chronicle of a family’s will to survive. Full review >
JULY 16, 2012
An honest, heartfelt memoir about coming out and transitioning. Full review >
JULY 18, 2012
Loads of good, dirty fun. Full review >
JULY 31, 2012
A perfect read for the election season, though its appeal will endure. Full review >
OCT. 30, 2012
An extremely satisfying read, as thrilling as it is humane. Full review >
AUG. 15, 2012
A stinging indictment of urban politics-as-usual. Full review >
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