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All the Colors of the Dark by Chris Whitaker

All the Colors of the Dark by Chris Whitaker on June 25, 2024 Genres: Fiction / Family Life / General, Fiction / Literary, Fiction / Psychological Pages: 864 Buy on Amazon Goodreads If you’re looking for a book that will take you on an emotional journey, All the Colors of the Dark by Chris Whitaker […]

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Every Tom, Dick & Harry by Elinor Lipman

Elinor Lipman’s latest romantic comedy, Every Tom, Dick & Harry, attempts to blend her signature wit with elements of mystery and crime in a story about an reluctant estate liquidator who finds both love and unexpected treasures. While the novel showcases Lipman’s talent for crafting endearing characters and humorous dialogue, it occasionally struggles to balance […]

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The City Changes Its Face by Eimear McBride

In her latest novel, The City Changes Its Face, Eimear McBride delivers a masterfully crafted exploration of love, identity, and artistic awakening set against the backdrop of mid-1990s London. Known for her groundbreaking experimental prose in A Girl is a Half-formed Thing and The Lesser Bohemians, McBride once again pushes boundaries while maintaining a delicate […]

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The Warbler by Sarah Beth Durst

Sarah Beth Durst’s latest novel, The Warbler, weaves an enchanting tapestry of magical realism that explores the complex relationships between mothers and daughters, the weight of family legacies, and the true meaning of home. Released in 2025, this haunting tale builds on Durst’s remarkable ability to blend contemporary settings with otherworldly elements, as previously demonstrated […]

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The Lamb by Lucy Rose

In The Lamb, a striking debut novel by Lucy Rose, we are invited into a remote cottage where eleven-year-old Margot lives with her mother Ruth – except this is no ordinary mother-daughter tale. Through Rose’s masterful prose, we witness a gothic horror story that gnaws at the boundaries between love and consumption, both literal and […]

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Listen to Your Sister by Neena Viel

In her electrifying debut novel, Neena Viel crafts a genre-bending narrative that masterfully blends elements of horror, magical realism, and family drama. Listen to Your Sister follows the Williams siblings—responsible elder sister Calla, detached middle brother Dre, and rebellious teenage Jamie—as they navigate a reality that becomes increasingly warped by nightmarish visions and doppelgangers. Plot […]

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Book Review: Look With Your Eyes

Look With Your Eyes by Matthew C. Lucas Genre: Mystery, Thriller & Suspense / Dark Comedy Print Length: 111 pages Amazon Reviewed by Maxwell Gillmer A suspenseful, witty thriller steeped in naturalism, humor, and an aching suspicion of an otherworldly savagery Open your eyes. Danger has been lurking in your backyard. The monster? Sciurus carolinensis: […]

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At Dark, I Become Loathsome by Eric LaRocca

Eric LaRocca, known for his unsettling and profound narratives, presents At Dark, I Become Loathsome, a novel that delves into the darkest recesses of human grief, trauma, and redemption. The author, who previously earned acclaim with Things Have Gotten Worse Since We Last Spoke, blends horror, queer themes, and a mystery-laden plot to create a […]

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The Art of Starting Over by Heidi McLaughlin

Heidi McLaughlin, a New York Times bestselling author known for her emotionally resonant storytelling, returns with The Art of Starting Over, a heartwarming romance that intertwines first love with the beauty of second chances. Set against the quaint and comforting backdrop of Oyster Bay, this novel delves into the complexities of love, loss, and renewal, […]

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Bitter Passage by Colin Mills

In his debut novel, Bitter Passage, Colin Mills masterfully weaves historical facts with fiction to create a chilling narrative set against the backdrop of one of maritime history’s most enduring mysteries – the disappearance of Sir John Franklin’s 1845 Arctic expedition. Bitter Passage follows two Royal Navy officers leading a rescue mission in 1849, transforming […]