Sandra Jackson-Opoku’s debut mystery novel, Savvy Summers and the Sweet Potato Crimes, serves up a delectable blend of Southern comfort and urban grit that feels as authentic as cornbread from a cast-iron skillet. After a 25-year hiatus from novel writing, Jackson-Opoku returns with a story that proves good things come to those who wait—and simmer […]
A Pair of Silk Stockings by Kate Chopin was published in 1897. The story follows Mrs. Sommers who prefers spending a windfall on herself, rather than on her children. This post may contain affiliate links that earn us a commission at no extra cost to you. A Pair of Silk Stockings by Kate Chopin A […]
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Book Review: The Quantum Revelations
The Quantum Revelations by Stuart Heinrich Genre: Science Fiction Print Length: 348 pages Amazon Reviewed by Timothy Thomas A thrilling novel grounded in the realities of climate change, AI, and the race for quantum computing Against the background of an exponentially accelerated climate crisis and full AI integration, a PhD student at MIT appears to […]
Deadly Vision by T.D. Severin Genre: Mystery, Thriller & Suspense / Political ISBN: 9781957851945 Print Length: 334 pages Publisher: Penmore Press Amazon Bookshop Reviewed by Addison Ciuchta As a vicious electoral campaign heats up, a groundbreaking doctor finds himself in the center of the feud in this gripping political thriller. In the near future, health […]
Kathleen Kaufman’s “The Entirely True Story of the Fantastical Mesmerist Nora Grey” weaves an intricate tapestry that bridges two centuries, two women, and countless moments of profound injustice. This gothic historical novel operates on multiple levels—as a supernatural thriller, a feminist reclamation narrative, and a devastating critique of institutional oppression. What emerges is a work […]
Kate Alice Marshall’s We Won’t All Survive arrives like a punch to the gut disguised as entertainment, a psychological thriller that masquerades as a survivalist reality show before revealing itself to be something far more sinister and profound. This is Marshall’s most ambitious work yet, building upon the foundation she established in I Am Still […]
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Silvercloak by L.K. Steven
L.K. Steven’s adult debut, Silvercloak, catapults readers into a breathtakingly dark fantasy realm where justice blurs with revenge, and heroes transform into the very monsters they seek to destroy. This first installment of the Silvercloak Saga establishes Steven as a formidable voice in adult fantasy, transitioning seamlessly from her acclaimed young adult works to craft […]
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Soul of Shadow by Emma Noyes
Emma Noyes delivers a compelling entry into the young adult fantasy romance genre with Soul of Shadow, the first installment in her Norse mythology-inspired series. This contemporary romantasy weaves together elements of The Vampire Diaries’ small-town mystery with the rich tapestry of Nordic folklore, creating a world where ancient gods walk among teenagers and shadows […]
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Immortal Consequences by I.V. Marie
I.V. Marie’s debut novel, Immortal Consequences, transforms the concept of the afterlife into a brutal competition where death is just the beginning of suffering. Set within the shadowy halls of Blackwood Academy—a boarding school perched precariously between life and death—this story weaves together dark academia, supernatural romance, and psychological horror into an unforgettable tapestry that […]
Synopsis: At first glance, Marion Andrews would seem to have it all. She’s just been promoted at her job at the top home design magazine where she’s worked for a few years on the creative team, and she’s earned it, even after a few blunders. Her personality and work ethic have taken her far, but […]