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Review: Hoplite Ridge by Sean Patrick Sayers

Synopsis: Hoplite Ridge – A Military, Dystopian, and Post-Apocalyptic Science Fiction Epic In a universe where war is eternal and gods refuse to be forgotten, Hoplite Ridge thrusts readers into a high-stakes conflict that will determine the fates of worlds. This gripping military science fiction saga blends dystopian science fiction with post-apocalyptic science fiction, exploring the cost […]

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The Unworthy by Agustina Bazterrica

Agustina Bazterrica’s The Unworthy emerges as a worthy successor to her internationally acclaimed novel Tender Is the Flesh. Where her previous work explored cannibalism as a response to global crisis, her latest offering delves into the murky waters of religious extremism in a world ravaged by environmental collapse. This harrowing tale unfolds through fragments written […]

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A Harvest of Hearts by Andrea Eames

In Andrea Eames’ spellbinding novel, A Harvest of Hearts, readers journey through a vividly imaginative tale, echoing with whispers of Hayao Miyazaki’s Howl’s Moving Castle, yet uniquely brimming with its own charm and darker undertones. Eames, previously known for novels like The Cry of the Go-Away Bird and The White Shadow, weaves fantasy with reality […]

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Claire, Darling by Callie Kazumi

In her riveting debut novel, Callie Kazumi delivers a psychological thriller that burrows under your skin and stays there long after you’ve turned the final page. Claire, Darling is a hall of mirrors where nothing is quite as it seems, and the deeper you venture into Claire Arundale’s mind, the more distorted reality becomes. When […]

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A Game of Lies by Clare Mackintosh

Clare Mackintosh, a master of psychological thrillers, returns with A Game of Lies, the second installment in the DC Morgan series. This crime thriller, following The Last Party, immerses readers in a claustrophobic, high-stakes reality TV show gone horribly wrong. Mackintosh blends psychological manipulation, hidden secrets, and police procedural elements into a complex narrative, making […]

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The Last Party by Clare Mackintosh

Clare Mackintosh, a master of crime fiction, delivers yet another gripping and intricately woven thriller in The Last Party. As the first installment in the DC Morgan series, this novel introduces Detective Constable Ffion Morgan—a sharp, no-nonsense officer with a deeply personal connection to the case she investigates. Set against the atmospheric backdrop of a […]

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Promise Me Sunshine by Cara Bastone

In Cara Bastone’s latest novel, “Promise Me Sunshine,” readers are invited on an emotional journey that masterfully balances the raw pain of profound loss with the tentative hope of new beginnings. This poignant story explores how we rebuild ourselves after losing someone irreplaceable, and how sometimes the most unexpected people help us find our way […]

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Book Review: The Secret Life of Shadows

The Secret Life of Shadows by Johnny DePalma Genre: Children’s Picture Book ISBN: 9781733405522 Print Length: 82 pages Amazon Reviewed by Jaylynn Korrell An imaginative look at what can be on the other side of grief Bethany Gale is adjusting to some major life changes when she is faced with the opportunity to search for […]

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Book Review: The Pug Who Didn’t Belong

The Pug Who Didn’t Belong by Janina Kelly & Tommy Hardman Genre: Children’s Picture Book ISBN: 9783952619001 Print Length: 32 pages Amazon Bookshop Reviewed by Toni Woodruff The sweetly rhyming story of one lovable pug and a madness of marmots Anybody who’s ever seen a pug knows: that grumpy-looking ball of fur loves cuddles and […]

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One Good Thing by Georgia Hunter

Georgia Hunter, acclaimed for her deeply moving novel We Were the Lucky Ones, returns with One Good Thing, a harrowing yet tender historical fiction set against the backdrop of World War II. This novel transports readers to war-torn Italy, weaving a tale of resilience, love, and the extraordinary courage of two women who risk everything […]