Category: Fiction

Intrigue and Suspense in Parisian Detective Tales, Part One: Two Sisters by Marcel Marquié (Book Review #2046)

In Two Sisters, the first part of his Parisian Detective Tales trilogy, Marcel Marquié weaves a captivating post-WWII detective story set against the backdrop of a recovering Paris. The novel is steeped in the political tensions of the time, with France still grappling with… Continue Reading “Intrigue and Suspense in Parisian Detective Tales, Part One: Two Sisters by Marcel Marquié (Book Review #2046)”

A Riveting Tale of Tragedy, Identity, and History: The Delegation (Book Review #2045)

In The Delegation, author Avner Landes delves into the complex, often tragic lives of two Soviet Jewish artists—Solomon Mikhoels, a world-renowned actor, and Itzik Feffer, a poet who became a government functionary. Set in Moscow in 1943, this novel weaves a tale of espionage,… Continue Reading “A Riveting Tale of Tragedy, Identity, and History: The Delegation (Book Review #2045)”

Never Have I Ever by Harker Jones (Book Review #2044)

Never Have I Ever by Harker Jones is a dark and twisted psychological thriller set in a small-town Michigan where secrets, lies, and betrayal swirl around a group of teenagers who find themselves caught in a deadly game. With its sinister atmosphere, mounting tension,… Continue Reading “Never Have I Ever by Harker Jones (Book Review #2044)”

RUNNIN’ NO MORE by G.T. DÍPÈ (Book Review #2041)

Runnin’ No More by G.T. Dípè is a captivating romance that explores themes of healing, love, and resilience against the backdrop of personal trauma. The story centers on Teniade Adeowo, who escapes a traumatic attack in Lagos by seeking refuge in England. His first… Continue Reading “RUNNIN’ NO MORE by G.T. DÍPÈ (Book Review #2041)”

Smart Phone: A Mystery Adventure by Josh Eber (Book Review #2039)

Set in 2009, Smart Phone: A Mystery Adventure follows 13-year-old Jeffrey James as he visits California for the first time. Guided by his cousin Margaret and their new friend Diana, the trio embarks on what should be a dream vacation. But things take a… Continue Reading “Smart Phone: A Mystery Adventure by Josh Eber (Book Review #2039)”

Rescue Run by John Winn Miller (Book Review #2037)

In Rescue Run, John Winn Miller crafts an electrifying and action-packed sequel to The Hunt for the Peggy C, plunging readers into the heart of World War II as Capt. Jake Rogers embarks on a perilous mission across Nazi-occupied Europe. Combining historical depth with… Continue Reading “Rescue Run by John Winn Miller (Book Review #2037)”

Istanbul Crossing by Timothy Jay Smith (Book Review #2034)

Istanbul Crossing is a gripping and thought-provoking literary thriller by Timothy Jay Smith, which tells the story of Ahdaf, a gay Syrian refugee whose life is caught in a deadly web of politics, love, and survival. Ahdaf flees Syria after witnessing the brutal execution… Continue Reading “Istanbul Crossing by Timothy Jay Smith (Book Review #2034)”

The Tale of the Young Witch by Joseph Minart and Davon Custis (Book Review #2032)

The Tale of the Young Witch by Joseph Minart and Davon Custis takes readers into a world where the magic of witchcraft, long believed to be a thing of the past, is resurrected and woven into the fabric of the present. This compelling fantasy… Continue Reading “The Tale of the Young Witch by Joseph Minart and Davon Custis (Book Review #2032)”

Divine in Essence by Yarrow Paisley (Book Review #2028)

Divine in Essence by Yarrow Paisley is a striking collection that melds the surreal and the macabre in a series of stories that linger long after the final page is turned. In this uniquely crafted anthology, Paisley offers readers a tour through strange, dreamlike… Continue Reading “Divine in Essence by Yarrow Paisley (Book Review #2028)”