In Victoria Schwab’s captivating fantasy novel “A Darker Shade of Magic,” readers are transported not just to London, but to four distinct versions of the city existing in parallel worlds. This first installment in the Shades of Magic trilogy introduces us to a richly imagined universe where magic flows in varying degrees through different realities, […]
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The Mysterious Death on the Underground Railway by Baroness Orczy was originally published in 1901. When a young woman is poisoned on a London subway train, the police searching for her killer appear to be on the wrong track. This post may contain affiliate links that earn us a commission at no extra cost to […]
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Book Review: Bourton Bridge
Bourton Bridge by Mia Fox Genre: Romance ISBN: 9781630991432 Print Length: 308 pages Publisher: Evatopia Press Amazon Reviewed by Elizabeth Zender New beginnings, second chances, and the possibility of love—welcome to Bourton Bridge! From tragedy comes happiness, maybe when you least expect it. Luke is a chef in Bourton Bridge, trying to push down his […]
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Book Review: The Whispering Chamber
The Whispering Chamber by Chet Meisner Genre: Science Fiction / Political Print Length: 324 pages Amazon Reviewed by Joelene Pynnonen A near-future sci-fi adventure that pits AI and technological warfare against humanity Harrison Randolph, former founder of the world’s largest AI development firm who is now an advocate for personal privacy laws, is attacked by […]
In her fourth domestic thriller, Aggie Blum Thompson weaves a complex tapestry of lies, manipulations, and murderous impulses beneath the veneer of suburban perfection. You Deserve to Know pulls readers into the seemingly idyllic world of Nassau Court in East Bethesda, where three families share Friday night dinners, vacation together, and appear to have formed […]
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What Wakes the Bells by Elle Tesch
In Elle Tesch’s mesmerizing debut novel What Wakes the Bells, readers are transported to Vaiwyn, a sentient city where stone breathes, metal weeps, and the ancient legacy of the Strauss family stands between order and chaos. Inspired by Prague legends, this young adult gothic fantasy offers readers a uniquely atmospheric tale of duty, sacrifice, and […]
Cynthia Pelayo’s latest novel, Vanishing Daughters, weaves a spellbinding tapestry of supernatural horror and psychological suspense that captures the essence of Chicago’s most chilling urban legends while exploring themes of grief, feminine vulnerability, and generational trauma. Building on the success of her Bram Stoker Award-winning work, Pelayo crafts a dreamlike narrative that feels both eerily […]
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Book Review: Propaganda Power
Propaganda Power by Byron Owens Genre: Self-Help ISBN: 9798311383691 Print Length: 142 pages Amazon Bookshop Reviewed by Warren Maxwell A necessary toolkit to help you avoid manipulation in today’s information landscape “How do you know what’s real and what’s crafted to manipulate?” The ever-increasing prevalence of AI and an algorithm-driven online environment makes propaganda an […]
Emily Critchley’s “The Undoing of Violet Claybourne” is a masterfully crafted gothic mystery that unfolds like a fever dream across time, transporting readers to the snow-blanketed grounds of Thornleigh Hall in the winter of 1938. This captivating novel explores the dangerous allure of belonging and the devastating consequences of misplaced loyalty, all within the decaying […]