Markheim by Robert Louis Stevenson was first published in 1885 in The Broken Shaft: Tales of Mid-Ocean as part of Unwin’s Christmas Annual. The story was later included in Stevenson’s collection The Merry Men and Other Tales and Fables. This post may contain affiliate links that earn us a commission at no extra cost to […]
The Light of Wounds by Diane Hatz Genre: Fantasy / Paranormal / Thriller ISBN: 9798986282398 Print Length: 244 pages Amazon Bookshop Reviewed by Toni Woodruff A quirky novel of boundless proportions Alex is an alcoholic. We’ll call it that now. After turning to the bottle (or five of them) to start Fallen Spirits, the second […]
The Eagle Scout Picture by Gary Kidney Genre: Mystery, Thriller & Suspense / Historical ISBN: 9798307909553 Print Length: 372 pages Amazon Reviewed by Addison Ciuchta A tense historical tale set during World War II about identity and the sacrifices of war When Fred Brown is only seventeen, he’s recruited by the United States Government to […]
In her remarkable debut novel, Woodworking, Emily St. James demonstrates an extraordinary talent for capturing the complex reality of trans experiences with both tenderness and unflinching honesty. Set against the backdrop of Mitchell, South Dakota during the 2016 presidential election, the novel presents a richly textured narrative of self-discovery, unlikely friendship, and the courage required […]
Too Hot to Handle by Portia MacIntosh on April 8, 2025 Genres: Fiction / Family Life / Siblings, Fiction / Friendship, Fiction / General, Fiction / Humorous / General, Fiction / Romance / Contemporary, Fiction / Romance / Holiday, Fiction / Romance / International, Fiction / Romance / New Adult, Fiction / Romance / Romantic […]
Coming this May we have a chilling new novel from Sarah Pinborough and a fascinating short story collection from Booker Prize–winning Graham Swift. Enjoy 5 Marvelous New Books for May 2025! This post may contain affiliate links that earn us a commission at no extra cost to you. 5 Marvelous New Books for May 2025 […]
Framed: A Villain’s Perspective on Social Media by Tim O’Hearn Genre: Essays / Technology & Media ISBN: 9798992468113 Print Length: 436 pages Amazon Reviewed by Addison Ciuchta A thought-provoking essay collection on fake followers, influencers, and the nostalgia of the early 2000s internet Tim O’Hearn shares his experiences with the internet—both as a teenager and […]
In Twisted Lies, the fourth and final installment of Ana Huang’s Twisted series, we are drawn into a tale of obsession, secrets, and redemption that completes the arcs begun in Twisted Love, Twisted Games, and Twisted Hate. If Twisted Love offered us grumpy-sunshine angst with Ava and Alex, Twisted Games delved into forbidden royal longing […]
Ana Huang’s Twisted Hate is not your standard enemies-to-lovers tale. It’s a character-driven, emotionally volatile, and exquisitely crafted romance that doesn’t shy away from difficult emotions, moral gray areas, or scorching intimacy. The third book in Huang’s popular Twisted series, Twisted Hate builds upon the world and relationships established in Twisted Love and Twisted Games, […]
Fanny Berk Strikes Back by Avi Luxenburg Genre: Young Adult / Mystery, Thriller & Suspense ISBN: 9781069284839 Print Length: 380 pages Amazon Bookshop Reviewed by Lauren Hayataka A teenage girl discovers strength in discipline—and the strange magnetism of rage. Fifteen-year-old Fanny Berk isn’t trying to save anyone—not even herself. Still reeling from a violent antisemitic […]