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Category: Fiction
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)”
A Tempting Distraction: An Oxford romance and beautiful interracial love story by Olivia Tasker (Book Review #1909)
Olivia Tasker’s “A Tempting Distraction” is a captivating tale of love, ambition, and cultural conflict set against the prestigious backdrop of Oxford University. The novel intricately weaves together the lives of Bastien and Mina, two characters from vastly different backgrounds who find themselves grappling… Continue Reading “A Tempting Distraction: An Oxford romance and beautiful interracial love story by Olivia Tasker (Book Review #1909)”
The 5 Moons of Tiiana by PT Harry (Book Review #1908)
*The 5 Moons of Tiiana* by PT Harry plunges readers into an interstellar adventure brimming with survival, mystery, love, and heroism. Captain Rez Cantor’s journey begins with a daring rescue of the Princess of Melela from the sinister alien-hybrid Relcor, but what should have… Continue Reading “The 5 Moons of Tiiana by PT Harry (Book Review #1908)”
Jersey Girl by Michelle Salmon (Book Review #1906)
*New Jersey Girl* by Michelle Salmon transports readers back to 1993, following the journey of young Melissa as she transitions from the sunny shores of California to the unpredictable world of a New Jersey middle school. This heartwarming and humorous tale delves into the… Continue Reading “Jersey Girl by Michelle Salmon (Book Review #1906)”
