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Chronicles of Ivy Episode 2: Stellar Surprise by Renzero (Book Review #1726)
“Chronicles of Ivy Episode 2: Stellar Surprise” by Renzero is a captivating continuation of the fantasy saga that blends magic, romance, and interdimensional adventure. Picking up where the first book left off, this installment follows the journey of Isabelle Roshan, a witch who has crossed into our world in search of her lost friend, Derek Doomhammer.
Read MoreBrothers and Strangers: A German-Iraqi Memoir by Junis Sultan (Book Review #1725)
“Brothers and Strangers: A German-Iraqi Memoir” by Junis Sultan is a poignant and deeply moving autobiography that delves into the complex and often challenging life of Junis, a young man born to an Iraqi father and a German mother. This memoir is a powerful exploration of identity, belonging, and the search for meaning in a world that often seems divided by cultural, religious, and political differences.
Read MoreBehind Closed Doors by Dean Marlo (Book Review #1724)
“Behind Closed Doors” by Dean Marlo is a poignant and deeply personal narrative that delves into the trials and tribulations of single fatherhood, set against the backdrop of the British legal system. This book goes beyond the conventional understanding of parenthood, exploring the emotional and legal complexities faced by single fathers in a society and system fraught with biases and inequalities.
Read MoreDANCING IN THE RING by Susan E. Sage (Book Review #1723)
“Dancing in the Ring” by Susan E. Sage is a captivating and immersive historical fiction novel that takes readers on a journey through the bustling streets of 1920s Detroit. Set against the backdrop of a post-traumatic era brimming with optimism and energy, the story delves into the passionate and tumultuous love story of Catherine McIntosh and Robert Sage, two law school students with aspirations for social justice and personal fulfillment.
Read MoreAntigone by R. X. Karvanis (Book Review #1721)
“Antigone” by R. X. Karvanis is a riveting blend of myth, magic, and adventure that takes the reader on a spellbinding journey through time and ancient civilizations. The story revolves around 21-year-old Ann, who is drawn to Greece by a haunting voice calling her name, Antigone. The book opens a gateway to a mystical world as Ann searches for her long-lost twin brother, Nik, only to find him distant and changed.
Read More‘Doctrine of the Asurlette- Fair’s Onyx’ by L. A. Preston (Book Review #1720)
‘Doctrine of the Asurlette- Fair’s Onyx’ by L. A. Preston is a fascinating and intricately woven fantasy novel that takes readers on a journey filled with mystical creatures, mysterious realms, and a daring adventure. The story follows the young protagonist, Onyx Cattarini, and her brother Sionen, who find themselves thrust into a perilous and otherworldly quest after a series of unfortunate events.
Read MoreHappy bastards by Alex Monaco (Book Review #1719)
“Happy Bastards” by Alex Monaco is a compelling, no-nonsense guide that dives headfirst into the deep waters of personal growth and self-improvement. In this provocative and insightful memoir-meets-self-help book, Monaco, an entrepreneur and life provocateur, challenges readers to confront their beliefs and embrace a new narrative for a more fulfilling life.
Read More“Goin’ back to Californ-I-A” by Stephen M. Todd (Book Review #1718)
“Goin’ Back to Californ-I-A” by Stephen M. Todd is a heartfelt and inspiring memoir that chronicles the journey of a young man, Steve Todd, on his mission to spread the teachings of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in California from 1988 to 1990. This narrative offers a deeply personal and honest account of the challenges, successes, and spiritual growth experienced by a missionary in the field.
Read MoreAn Interview with Amanda Shaw
- What’s your favorite thing you have written?
A letter to my niece, Ruthie, on her first birthday. Her arrival into the world transformed my life, and she appears in several of the poems in It Will Have Been So Beautiful. The book is dedicated to her and my grandmother Ruth (her namesake) who died when I was six.
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