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APRIL 5, 2007
Mostert manages it all quite impressively, concocting an intellectual puzzler that will keep the reader hooked, and... Full review >
JUNE 1, 2011
Fantasy for well-read adults. Full review >
SEPT. 1, 2011
A brisk, stylish supernatural thriller. Full review >
APRIL 7, 2010
Committed storytelling and visual detail mark this overlong but tightly wound historical. Full review >
MARCH 1, 2010
APRIL 6, 2010
Maggie’s sixth (Where There’s a Witch, 2009, etc.) is for those who like a little mystery with their romance. Full review >
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MAY 16, 2006
A consummate blend of folklore, magic, history and storytelling, this book is sensual, culturally literate and perfectly... Full review >
NOV. 1, 2009
A psychologically astute, highly original debut—complex, eerie and utterly believable. Stay tuned for the projected sequel. Full review >
OCT. 1, 2005
Too long, but few readers will fail to stay its magical course. Once again, the myth of Oz proves its enduring power. Full review >
FEB. 8, 2011
Entertaining, though not in the league of J.K. Rowling—or even Anne Rice. But please, people: no more vamps and wizards, OK? Full review >
OCT. 1, 2009
A charming debut in the tradition of Practical Magic and The Witches of Eastwick. Full review >
OCT. 8, 2011
Tracey's promising debut neither panders nor patronizes, trusting readers to solve Belle Dam's complex mysteries alongside a... Full review >
MAY 1, 2001
Leaf-clogged suspense until a slashing succubus appears to add stress to Thom’s recovery. Full review >
OCT. 1, 2006
Pirie’s third Doyle homage (The Night Calls, 2003, etc.) again boasts deft period yarn-spinning and terrific writing. Full review >
OCT. 5, 2010
Sure, the plot could stand some pruning, but DeAngelis (Mary Modern, 2007) cleverly conjures up a parallel—and... Full review >
FEB. 1, 2009
Compelling social and legal history. Full review >
FEB. 1, 2004
Literately loony, with excurses on pan-fried corn, tombstone epitaphs, the Roman origin of bobbing for apples, and... Full review >
JAN. 3, 2005
Bruised throats, blood, guilt, and satanic rites—but ultimately Simon survives using his wits rather than copious amounts of... Full review >
FEB. 1, 2011
A fast-paced and at times diverting mash-up of chick lit and fantasy. Full review >
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