Sara Hamdan’s debut novel What Will People Think? arrives as a refreshing addition to the coming-of-age literary landscape, offering readers a nuanced exploration of identity, family secrets, and the courage required to live authentically. This compelling narrative follows Mia Almas, a Palestinian-American fact-checker whose double life as a stand-up comedian becomes the catalyst for uncovering […]
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Book Review: The Gourmet Club
The Gourmet Club by Michael A. Kahn Genre: Mystery, Thriller & Suspense / Legal ISBN: 9798891326088 Print Length: 247 pages Publisher: Atmosphere Press Amazon Bookshop Reviewed by Timothy Thomas An inspired commentary on life’s unpredictability and the beauty of second chances Moment by moment, day by day, we rarely know how or when people will […]
Simone LaFray and the Bishop of Mumbai by S.P. O’Farrell Genre: Middle Grade Fiction / Mystery ISBN: 9781966369271 Print Length: 250 pages Publisher: Brandylane Publishers, Inc. Amazon Bookshop Reviewed by Jaylynn Korrell A spy mission, high-stakes competition, and a satisfying story of girlhood Simone LaFray is a spy, a singer, a chess player, and the […]
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The Raven Scholar by Antonia Hodgson
Celebrated for her immersive historical mysteries such as The Devil in the Marshalsea and A Death at Fountains Abbey, Antonia Hodgson now steps into the rich landscape of epic fantasy with The Raven Scholar. It is a daring and imaginative debut into the genre—an ambitious blend of political tension, psychological mystery, and metaphysical intrigue. What […]
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Before We Were Strangers by Renee Carlino
Before We Were Strangers by Renée Carlino on August 18, 2015 Genres: Fiction / Romance / Contemporary, Fiction / Romance / General, Fiction / Romance / New Adult, Fiction / Women Pages: 320 Format: eBook, Paperback Buy on Amazon Goodreads To the Green-eyed Lovebird:We met fifteen years ago, almost to the day, when I moved […]
Ammar Merchant bursts onto the thriller scene with The Palace of Sinners and Saints, a relentless action-packed debut that introduces readers to Irfan Mirza—a character who could give Jack Reacher a run for his money in the brutality department. This isn’t just another mercenary tale; it’s a visceral exploration of loyalty, family, and the price […]
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The New Age of Sexism by Laura Bates
In an era where artificial intelligence promises to revolutionize everything from healthcare to education, Laura Bates delivers a stark reminder that technological progress doesn’t automatically equate to social progress. Her latest work, The New Age of Sexism, is a meticulously researched and deeply unsettling exploration of how emerging technologies are becoming weaponized against women and […]
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The Doorman by Chris Pavone
Chris Pavone’s latest novel, The Doorman, is a taut, intelligent thriller that doubles as a social drama—and it might be his most grounded and powerful work yet. Unlike his earlier globetrotting espionage narratives (The Travelers, Two Nights in Lisbon), this book plants its feet firmly on Manhattan pavement and tells a story that is startlingly […]
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Book Review: A Bollywood Romance
A Bollywood Romance by Anu Koduri Genre: Romance / Indian Literature ISBN: 9798888454633 Print Length: 346 pages Publisher: Atmosphere Press Amazon Bookshop Reviewed by Elizabeth Zender A powerful story celebrating love, culture, and the strength of women The Hindu Festival of Lights, Diwali, is a time of good fortune. Paru’s hopes are high. After two […]
Sosuke Natsukawa’s The Cat Who Saved the Library emerges as a worthy successor to his internationally acclaimed debut, The Cat Who Saved Books. This second installment in what promises to be an enduring series maintains the delicate balance between whimsical fantasy and profound philosophical inquiry that made its predecessor a global phenomenon. While the first […]