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Category: Fiction
Smoke by Nicola Winstanley (Book Review #1925)
“Smoke” marks Nicola Winstanley’s transition from celebrated children’s author to the realm of adult fiction, and it is a compelling debut that showcases her talent for crafting unforgettable characters. This collection of linked short stories deftly navigates between the landscapes of New Zealand and… Continue Reading “Smoke by Nicola Winstanley (Book Review #1925)”
No Place to Hide by Ruth Searle (Book Review #1922)
Ruth Searle’s *No Place to Hide* plunges readers into a gripping psychological thriller that navigates the harrowing aftermath of a tragic loss. Consultant surgeon Daniel Kendrick and forensic psychiatrist Fay Kendrick are shattered by the unsolved murder of their infant child, a trauma that… Continue Reading “No Place to Hide by Ruth Searle (Book Review #1922)”
Asayi: An Autistic Teen’s Journey to Topple a Shogun in Medieval Japan by Sharon Curcio (Book Review #1919)
*Asayi: An Autistic Teen’s Journey to Topple a Shogun in Medieval Japan* by Sharon Curcio is a gripping and richly layered novel that delves into the complexities of medieval Japan through the eyes of an autistic protagonist. The story follows Asayi, a young woman… Continue Reading “Asayi: An Autistic Teen’s Journey to Topple a Shogun in Medieval Japan by Sharon Curcio (Book Review #1919)”
It Was A Riot by Daniel Hall (Book Review #1916)
Daniel Hall’s “It Was A Riot” offers a gripping and authentic exploration of growing up gay in the violent and poverty-stricken streets of East London. The novel centers on Eddy, whose childhood is overshadowed by relentless bullying, rejection, and the oppressive presence of his… Continue Reading “It Was A Riot by Daniel Hall (Book Review #1916)”
Why I Write Noir by Robert White (Book Review #1915)
In “Why I Write Noir,” Robert White delves into the dark recesses of human nature, driven by a fascination with the grim realities of crime and the incomprehensible motives of serial killers. The book opens with reference to a line spoken by a former… Continue Reading “Why I Write Noir by Robert White (Book Review #1915)”
Shades of Mortality by Jamal Barbari (Book Review #1913)
*Shades of Mortality (Stories from the Lost and Found)* by Jamal Barbari is an enchanting debut collection that invites readers to journey through time, across universes, and between dimensions with three remarkable storytellers. Each story delves into the fundamental aspects of life, death, love,… Continue Reading “Shades of Mortality by Jamal Barbari (Book Review #1913)”
You Wanna Put What, Where? By Brian Fasterling (Book Review #1912)
Brian Fasterling’s “You Wanna Put What, Where?” offers a hilarious and refreshing take on a medical adventure that, through the wrong end of a pair of binoculars, reveals an unexpected wealth of humour. Unlike the numerous books out there focusing on doctors’ perspectives of… Continue Reading “You Wanna Put What, Where? By Brian Fasterling (Book Review #1912)”
A Teller of Tales by Marilyn Pemberton (Book Review #1911)
Set in Wednesbury from 1822 to 1828, “A Teller of Tales” by Marilyn Pemberton weaves a poignant and compelling narrative around Lizzie, a determined fifteen-year-old who has dedicated her life to caring for her younger brother Bobbit, who was born with significant disabilities. This… Continue Reading “A Teller of Tales by Marilyn Pemberton (Book Review #1911)”
A Summer in Nixie by Kathryn Jeanne (Book Review #1910)
Kathryn Jeanne’s “A Summer in Nixie” captures the essence of a transformative summer on a picturesque island, weaving together themes of healing, friendship, and unexpected romance. The story follows Ava, who is still grappling with her father’s betrayal, and her mother as they escape… Continue Reading “A Summer in Nixie by Kathryn Jeanne (Book Review #1910)”
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