The Death of Ivan Ilyich by Leo Tolstoy was first published in 1886, it tells the story of a high-court judge in 19th-century Russia and his sufferings and death from a terminal illness. This post may contain affiliate links that earn us a commission at no extra cost to you. The Death of Ivan Ilyich […]
Reunion By the Lake by James Gilbert Genre: Literary Fiction ISBN: 9798891324114 Print Length: 220 pages Publisher: Atmosphere Press Amazon Bookshop Reviewed by Elizabeth Reiser A family is forced to face their longstanding issues in this emotionally fraught novel. Family tensions boil over when three sons return to their parents’ lake house at their father’s […]
In her third novel, “We Could Be Rats,” Emily R. Austin ventures deeper into the themes of mental health and family dynamics that she previously explored in “Everyone in This Room Will Someday Be Dead” and “Interesting Facts About Space.” This time, she examines the complex relationship between two sisters navigating their way through a […]
Annabel Campbell’s The Outcast Mage is an enthralling debut in The Shattered Lands series, weaving a tale of power, exile, and self-discovery. With its rich world-building and intriguing character dynamics, the novel captures the essence of high fantasy infused with political intrigue and a touch of romance. However, despite its strengths, the book struggles with […]
In her sophomore novel, Angela Brown weaves an intricate tale that explores the delicate threads connecting love, family, and the weight of our choices. “Some Other Time” is a departure from her debut “Olivia Strauss Is Running Out of Time,” showcasing Angela Brown’s growth as an author while maintaining her signature blend of warmth and […]
Apocalypse: An Allegory for the Millennial Age by James A. Devita Genre: Sci-Fi & Fantasy ISBN: 9798892112901 Print Length: 318 pages Amazon Bookshop Reviewed by Warren Maxwell A compelling epic about good, evil, and the insanities of modern life “And so, it finally came. The day that everyone had dreaded for so long. The day […]
The Sun-Maker (The Fall and the Fire) by Michael T. Miller Genre: Science Fiction / Post-Apocalyptic ISBN: 9798304825092 Print Length: 421 pages Amazon Bookshop Reviewed by Nick Rees Gardner An impressive, sweeping sci-fi featuring a diverse cast in search of truth, safety, and a better world A few generations after “The Fire,” when the earth […]
Every Fall marks Angela Douglas’s compelling debut in the psychological thriller genre, weaving together elements of supernatural horror and domestic suspense to create a gripping narrative about trauma, redemption, and the complex dynamics of a police family. Set in the crime-ridden city of East Bernheim, nicknamed “Burner,” the novel delves deep into the psychological toll […]
Amy Lea’s latest novel, Something Like Fate, weaves a captivating tale that challenges traditional notions of destiny while celebrating the complexities of modern love. Following the success of her previous works like Woke Up Like This, Set on You, and Exes and O’s, Lea continues to demonstrate her talent for crafting authentic romantic narratives that […]
Synopsis: The chronological short stories of Esterra Stake. Tractwalker. Mercenary. Exile. When the stars fell, the world died. Magic claimed Esterra’s arm when she was a child. For her curse, she was exiled into the weird, pockmarked world of Verpace. The magic eats away at her, twisting her bones and psyche to its own will, […]