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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]

The Cold Light of Fate by Kim Catanzarite Genre: Science Fiction ISBN: 9798991276122 Print Length: 452 pages Amazon Bookshop Reviewed by Andrea Marks-Joseph An emotional, expansive story that explores the vulnerable, personal consequences of multiverse politics With multiverse-collapsing twists and a great cast of narrators, The Cold Light of Fate showcases some truly profound humanity. […]
King of Ashes by S.A. Cosby

King of Ashes by S. A. Cosby on June 10, 2025 Genres: Fiction / African American & Black / Mystery & Detective, Fiction / Southern, Fiction / Thrillers / Crime, Fiction / Thrillers / General, Fiction / Thrillers / Suspense Format: Audiobook Buy on Amazon Goodreads If you’re drawn to dark, twisty mysteries with a […]
The Correspondent by Virginia Evans
Virginia Evans makes her literary debut with “The Correspondent,” a remarkably intimate epistolary novel that transforms the simple act of letter writing into a profound meditation on memory, guilt, and the human capacity for both cruelty and redemption. Through the meticulous correspondence of Sybil Van Antwerp, a 73-year-old retired legal clerk, Evans crafts a narrative […]
Booker Prize Longlist 2025

The Booker Prize Longlist 2025 has just been announced. The longlist of 13 books – the ‘Booker Dozen’ – has been chosen by the 2025 judging panel and features novels from nine different countries in a truly global list This post may contain affiliate links that earn us a commission at no extra cost to […]