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Last Seen by J.T. Ellison

J T Ellison has carved her reputation on crafting psychological thrillers that burrow under your skin and refuse to let go, and Last Seen proves she’s operating at the peak of her considerable powers. This latest offering weaves a tapestry of family secrets, repressed memories, and chilling revelations that will leave even seasoned thriller readers […]

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Crash Test by Amy James

Amy James delivers a heart-stopping sophomore effort in Crash Test, a Formula 1 romance that navigates the treacherous terrain between love and ambition with the precision of a championship driver. Following her debut A Five-Letter Word for Love, James demonstrates remarkable growth in crafting a sports romance that transcends typical genre conventions, offering readers both […]

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Abscond by Abraham Verghese

Abraham Verghese, the acclaimed physician-writer whose sweeping novels Cutting for Stone and The Covenant of Water have captivated readers worldwide, turns his masterful prose to the intimate canvas of a short story in Abscond. This brief but profound work demonstrates that Verghese’s ability to weave medical expertise with deeply human storytelling translates beautifully to shorter […]

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The Art of Vanishing by Morgan Pager

Morgan Pager’s stunning debut novel The Art of Vanishing presents readers with an extraordinary premise that feels both impossible and utterly believable. This is a love story that transcends the boundaries of reality, painting a vivid portrait of connection that spans centuries and defies the very nature of existence itself. A Canvas of Impossible Romance […]

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Summer on Lilac Island by Lindsay MacMillan

Lindsay MacMillan’s third novel, Summer on Lilac Island, marks a delightful transition from romance into women’s fiction, delivering a nuanced exploration of family bonds, personal growth, and the transformative power of coming home. Set against the picturesque backdrop of Michigan’s Mackinac Island, this multigenerational story weaves together themes of forgiveness, self-discovery, and the courage to […]

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Book Review: Invictus: Dark Faith

Invictus: Dark Faith by William A. Blakey Genre: Memoir ISBN: 9798312190526 Print Length: 158 pages Amazon Bookshop Reviewed by Eric Mayrhofer A stirring meditation on the history that shapes us—a memoir built on solidarity, conviction, and faith More than a few times in Invictus: Dark Faith, author William A. Blakey recognizes with knife-sharp clarity that […]

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Taylor Jenkins Reid Books: A Literary Universe of Reinvention, Love, and Legacy

There are authors who write stories. And then there are authors like Taylor Jenkins Reid—who build entire emotional ecosystems through their books. Whether she’s writing about a reclusive Hollywood legend, a crumbling marriage, a record-breaking tennis player, or the first female CAPCOM at NASA, Reid’s novels are united by a singular focus: human transformation. Her […]

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Carrie Soto Is Back by Taylor Jenkins Reid

In the crowded landscape of sports comebacks, few narratives carry the raw emotional weight and technical brilliance that Taylor Jenkins Reid delivers in Carrie Soto Is Back. This isn’t merely another tale of an aging athlete chasing glory—it’s a masterclass in character development that explores the razor-thin line between determination and obsession, between greatness and […]

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Daisy Jones & The Six by Taylor Jenkins Reid

Taylor Jenkins Reid’s Daisy Jones & The Six arrives with the ambitious promise of unveiling the secrets behind one of the seventies’ most enigmatic band breakups. Structured as an oral history complete with conflicting testimonies and fragmented memories, Reid crafts what feels like a authentic documentary about a fictional band that never existed. This clever […]

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Maybe in Another Life by Taylor Jenkins Reid

In an age where we’re constantly wondering about the paths not taken, Taylor Jenkins Reid’s Maybe in Another Life arrives as both a comforting embrace and a fascinating thought experiment. This isn’t just another romance novel about finding your soulmate—it’s a sophisticated exploration of how the smallest decisions can reshape entire lives, wrapped in Reid’s […]