The Onionologist by M.J. Parfitt Genre: Literary Fiction / Coming of Age ISBN: 9781763700109 Print Length: 422 pages Amazon Bookshop Reviewed by Elizabeth Reiser Taking a risk proves worthwhile in this charming coming-of-age story. M.J. Parfitt’s The Onionologist follows the lovable but unlucky Elle, a long-haul flight attendant stuck in a dead-end job and an […]
In Amy James’s debut contemporary romance novel, A Five-Letter Word for Love, she crafts a delightful story that explores the intersection of ambition, love, and finding one’s true path. Set against the backdrop of charming Waldon, Prince Edward Island, this heartwarming tale follows Emily Evans, a 27-year-old receptionist whose life seems to be going nowhere […]
One Autumn Night by Maxim Gorky was originally published in 1895. Its narrative delves into themes of love, personal conflict, and the impact of fleeting moments on the lives of its characters. This post may contain affiliate links that earn us a commission at no extra cost to you. One Autumn Night by Maxim Gorky […]
The Ivory Obelisk by Eli Kale Genre: Literary Fiction / Psychological ISBN: 9798363229916 Print Length: 316 pages Amazon Reviewed by S.A. Evans Hidden truths and broken bonds in a masquerade ball—a deeply felt psychological novel. The Ivory Obelisk is a tale about the kind of regret that comes from suppressing grief. Our main character, Fabian […]
Diversity Tomorrow by R.B. Bellows Genre: Science Fiction / Satire ISBN: 9798891324626 Print Length: 348 pages Publisher: Atmosphere Press Amazon Bookshop Reviewed by Elizabeth Zender In New America, Diversity is the party and you’re all invited to follow the rules. Thirty-year-old Amy Beckett, a third-generation Diverse, has received the promotion of a lifetime; she is […]
What’s Your Name? by Albert Jung Genre: Nonfiction / Language ISBN: 9791199003217 Print Length: 238 pages Amazon Reviewed by Warren Maxwell A remarkable dive into how Han’gŭl can be used to pronounce, articulate, and learn other languages “The Old Testament mentions that 42,000 people were killed for not pronouncing the sh sound in Shibboleth correctly.” […]
In her young adult debut, Dust, award-winning author Alison Stine crafts a compelling narrative that weaves together climate fiction, disability representation, and teenage romance. Having previously written adult novels like Trashlands and Road Out of Winter (winner of the 2021 Philip K. Dick Award), Stine brings her expertise in climate fiction to the young adult […]
Amerikaland by Danny Goodman Genre: Literary Fiction / Thriller ISBN: 9798985107067 Print Length: 286 pages Publisher: Leftover Books Amazon Bookshop Reviewed by Eric Mayrhofer A dynamic thriller set in an all-too-familiar future, Amerikaland uses the world of sports to tell a story of hope persevering against humanity’s darkness. Across genres, the most classic stories understand […]
Rachel Howzell Hall, acclaimed for her gripping crime fiction like They All Fall Down and the Lou Norton series, ventures daringly into the romantasy genre with The Last One. This ambitious debut in the fantasy romance space weaves together elements of high fantasy, romance, and mystery while exploring themes of identity, power, and destiny. Overview […]
Nobody’s Perfect is Sally Kilpatrick’s latest addition to her collection of warm, witty, and emotionally resonant contemporary fiction. This USA Today bestselling author has crafted a delightfully engaging story about finding yourself when life throws you an unexpected curveball. The Story in Brief Meet Vivian Quackenbush, a suburban mom whose carefully ordered world implodes when […]