Blair Fell’s debut novel “Disco Witches of Fire Island” is a spellbinding blend of historical fiction, magical realism, and LGBTQ+ romance that masterfully captures the bittersweet reality of gay life during the AIDS crisis of the 1980s. Set in the iconic Fire Island Pines in 1989, the novel weaves together themes of love, loss, community, […]
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Charlotte Carter’s latest novel, Beauty in the Blood, is a masterfully crafted supernatural thriller that weaves together multiple timelines and perspectives to tell a story of generational trauma, revenge, and the price of freedom. The novel marks Carter’s return to the mystery genre after her acclaimed Nanette Hayes series, but this time with a decidedly […]
The Fleet Admiral’s Daughter by J.A. Gaudio Genre: Science Fiction / Space Opera ISBN: 9798896928607 Print Length: 344 pages Amazon Bookshop Reviewed by Erin Britton An engrossing, fast-paced story of legacy and self-discovery The Fleet Admiral’s Daughter by J.A. Gaudio, the first book in The Black Hole Saga, is a richly detailed, atmospheric, and action-packed […]
Where Shadows Bloom is Catherine Bakewell’s latest young adult fantasy following her successful debut Flowerheart. This enchanting novel weaves together elements of gothic romance, fairy tales, and court intrigue to create a story that is both haunting and heartwarming. While it occasionally stumbles in pacing, the novel’s strengths far outweigh its weaknesses, delivering a memorable […]
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Beartooth by Callan Wink
In his latest novel “Beartooth,” Callan Wink delves deep into the rugged terrain of Montana’s Absaroka-Beartooth wilderness, crafting a mesmerizing narrative that explores the complex bonds of brotherhood against the backdrop of desperate circumstances. Following his acclaimed short story collection “Dog Run Moon” and his debut novel “August,” Wink further establishes himself as a masterful […]
Legend of the Broken Blade by Aaditya Sengupta Dhar Genre: Fantasy ISBN: 9789395106023 Print Length: 260 pages Amazon Reviewed by Jaylynn Korrell A fantasy tale about redemption, growth, and the power of good Legend of The Broken Blade follows a young prince who is determined to right a wrong he made in his youth. With […]
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Book Review: You, From Below
You, From Below by EM J. Parsley Genre: Literary Fiction ISBN: 9781952897429 Print Length: 54 pages Publisher: Split/Lip Press Amazon Bookshop Reviewed by Nikolas Mavreas A chilling fable about the loss of home, faith, and identity in rural America “You are climbing a mountain.” Like Dante finding himself in a forest at the beginning of […]
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Born For This by Caitlin Devlin
Caitlin Devlin’s Born For This is a compelling literary fiction novel that intricately explores the price of fame, the allure of ambition, and the tangled complexities of family relationships. At its heart, the novel follows two women—Rachael Carmichael, a former Hollywood star turned recluse, and Harley Roth, her aspiring actress niece—whose paths intersect in a […]
I Belong by Trish Mastel Stricklin Genre: Literary Fiction / Historical ISBN: 9798224011339 Print Length: 406 pages Amazon Bookshop Reviewed by Erin Britton Ernie Rollado’s quest to discover the identity of her father threatens her self-perception and her existent family relationships in Trish Mastel Stricklin’s I Belong. A fictionalized biographical account of events from her […]
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The Launch Date by Annabelle Slator
In her sparkling debut novel, The Launch Date, Annabelle Slator delivers a witty and astute exploration of modern dating, workplace dynamics, and self-worth. The Launch Date introduces us to Grace Hastings, a marketing manager at a dating app who finds herself caught between professional ambition and personal fulfillment. The novel skillfully weaves together themes of […]