The Enemy by Sarah Adams on August 29, 2020 Genres: Fiction / Romance / Contemporary, Fiction / Romance / Romantic Comedy, Fiction / Women Pages: 336 Format: Paperback Buy on Amazon Goodreads Enemies should never get a second chance. But this one might… It’s been twelve years since June last saw Ryan Henderson—the guy who […]
Marie Benedict’s latest historical thriller, “The Queens of Crime,” weaves an intricate tapestry of mystery, feminism, and friendship against the backdrop of 1930s London. This compelling narrative brings together five legendary women mystery writers in a quest to solve a real-life murder, while confronting their own personal demons and societal constraints. The Plot: A Murder […]
Here are the stories Today in Books readers were most interested in this week. Settle into your Sunday and catch up! Say Goodbye to This Kindle Feature The next time someone laughs at me for holding onto my Columbo: The Complete Series DVD set, I’ll loan them my copy of Just One More Thing and […]
In her latest psychological thriller, Her Many Faces, Nicci Cloke (also known for writing as Phoebe Locke) crafts an intricate narrative that examines how a single person can be perceived entirely differently through various male perspectives. Her Many Faces is a sophisticated exploration of truth, perception, and the dangerous power of conspiracy theories in our […]
In Rebel Witch, Kristen Ciccarelli delivers a powerful finale to her Crimson Moth duology that began with Heartless Hunter. This gripping conclusion follows Rune Winters, a witch in hiding, and Gideon Sharpe, the witch hunter who once loved her, as they navigate a world torn between tyranny and revolution. The novel masterfully explores themes of […]
Pam Jenoff’s latest novel, “Last Twilight in Paris,” weaves together two timelines and multiple narratives to create a tapestry of wartime experiences that both enlightens and moves readers. While the novel succeeds brilliantly in many aspects, it occasionally struggles with pacing and certain plot elements that might strain credibility. Nevertheless, it remains a powerful addition […]
Jennifer Coburn, known for her evocative storytelling in Cradles of the Reich, returns with The Girls of the Glimmer Factory, a historical fiction novel that delves deep into the contrasting lives of two women during the harrowing days of World War II. Set against the chilling backdrop of Theresienstadt, a Nazi propaganda ghetto, Coburn crafts […]
Elizabeth Becker’s debut novel, The Moonlight Healers, ambitiously attempts to bridge multiple genres while exploring the complexities of inherited gifts, family secrets, and the weight of choice when it comes to matters of life and death. The story follows Louise Winston, a young woman who discovers she possesses the hereditary ability to heal with a […]
Elizabeth A. Tucker’s debut novel “The Pale Flesh of Wood” is a masterfully crafted exploration of generational trauma, guilt, and healing set against the backdrop of post-WWII Northern California. The narrative weaves together the stories of three generations of the Hawkins family, centered around a magnificent oak tree that serves as both a silent witness […]
Geraldine Brooks, a Pulitzer Prize-winning author, once again proves her narrative prowess with Horse, a novel that weaves together art, history, and the indelible legacy of a legendary racehorse named Lexington. With a blend of historical and literary fiction, Horse explores themes of obsession, racial injustice, and the enduring bond between humans and animals. The […]