Rachel Joyce’s The Love Song of Miss Queenie Hennessy serves as both a companion piece and a parallel narrative to her bestselling debut The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry. While the first book followed Harold’s impromptu walking journey across England, this novel reveals the story from Queenie’s perspective as she waits in a hospice, crafting […]
Synopsis: Exotic locale, fast money, nerves of steel and a torrid love affair. What else does a bank robber need? Born in the former Soviet Union but raised in Brooklyn, New York, Mike grows up the black sheep of an educated, law-abiding Jewish family. Drawn to the criminal life he realizes that the risks of […]
Clouds In the Future by Eric Goebelbecker Genre: Science Fiction / War ISBN: 9798990006720 Print Length: 254 pages Amazon Bookshop Reviewed by Andrea Marks-Joseph A moving human story in a brutal future where a soldier must fight against instinct to get revenge in the war with the aliens Soldiers and civilians are living in the […]
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Book Review: The Bulgarian Bartender
The Bulgarian Bartender by Daryl Kulak Genre: Mystery, Thriller & Suspense ISBN: 9781304213860 Print Length: 252 pages Amazon Bookshop Reviewed by Melissa Suggitt A story packed with heart, hilarity, and a healthy dose of chaos Two small-town women, one missing friend, and a dangerous Bulgarian underworld—how far would you go for friendship? The Bulgarian Bartender […]
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Black Woods, Blue Sky by Eowyn Ivey
In her latest novel, Pulitzer Prize finalist Eowyn Ivey returns to the enchanted Alaskan landscape that captivated readers in “The Snow Child.” With “Black Woods, Blue Sky,” she weaves an even darker fairy tale, one that explores the razor’s edge between wild freedom and dangerous obsession. Plot and Narrative Structure The story follows Birdie, a […]
In her compelling debut novel, Channelle Desamours weaves an intricate tale that masterfully blends elements of mystery, supernatural fiction, and contemporary social commentary. Needy Little Things introduces us to Sariyah Lee Bryant, a Black teenager with an extraordinary ability to hear people’s tangible needs – from simple items like pencils and hair ties to objects […]
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Wings of Starlight by Allison Saft
Wings of Starlight marks Allison Saft’s enchanting venture into the beloved world of Disney Fairies, delivering a poignant origin story that explores the bittersweet romance between Queen Clarion and Lord Milori. As the author’s fifth novel, following her successful works like A Far Wilder Magic and A Dark and Drowning Tide, this standalone YA fantasy […]
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Summer Island by Kristin Hannah
Summer Island by Kristin Hannah on November 21, 2024 Pages: 319 Format: Paperback Buy on Amazon Goodreads Kristin Hannah has a gift for writing emotional, deeply human stories, and Summer Island is no exception. This novel explores themes of family estrangement, forgiveness, and self-discovery through the story of Ruby Bridge, a struggling comedian who is […]
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Dream Girl Drama by Tessa Bailey
Dream Girl Drama is the third installment in Tessa Bailey’s Big Shots series, following Fangirl Down and The Au Pair Affair. While each book stands alone, they share the common thread of exploring romance in high-stakes professional settings. The series has earned acclaim for its perfect blend of steam and emotional depth, with Dream Girl […]
In her latest thriller, A Killing Cold, Kate Alice Marshall weaves an intricate tale of buried truths and deadly consequences at an isolated mountain retreat. Following the success of “What Lies in the Woods” and “No One Can Know,” Marshall demonstrates her growing prowess in crafting atmospheric mysteries that delve deep into the psychology of […]