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Outside the Law: How an Ex-Cop Became America’s Most Prolific Bank Robber Since John Dillinger by Mark and Paul Ogden (Book Review #2224)
In Outside the Law, Mark and Paul Ogden unravel a gripping and almost unbelievable true story—one that walks the tense line between integrity and desperation, justice and infamy. This book doesn’t just recount a crime spree; it traces the psychological unraveling of a man… Continue Reading “Outside the Law: How an Ex-Cop Became America’s Most Prolific Bank Robber Since John Dillinger by Mark and Paul Ogden (Book Review #2224)”
Running From Herself By April Tompkins (Book Review #2221)
April Tompkins returns with another emotionally rich and character-driven novel, Running From Herself, a soulful story of identity, redemption, and the raw pursuit of purpose. Infused with music, heartbreak, and self-discovery, this contemporary fiction work takes readers on a journey that is both deeply… Continue Reading “Running From Herself By April Tompkins (Book Review #2221)”
Letters to the Empire by Vanshika Jain (Book Review #2214)
Letters to the Empire is a searing and unforgettable debut by sixteen-year-old Vanshika Jain — a bold and brilliant retelling of colonial history that centers the voices too often erased. Blending historical fiction with recovered archival letters, the novel plunges into the brutal realities… Continue Reading “Letters to the Empire by Vanshika Jain (Book Review #2214)”
Review of Requiem by KM Bailey (Book Review #2216)
Requiem by KM Bailey is a poignant and beautifully crafted historical drama set in rural Bedfordshire, capturing the complex lives of the working-class Baxter family in the aftermath of World War I. Told through the perspectives of the Baxter brothers, Tom and Billy, and… Continue Reading “Review of Requiem by KM Bailey (Book Review #2216)”
The Kuffar Project by Lee Burvine (Book Review #2213)
The Kuffar Project is a high-octane geopolitical thriller that grips you from the first chapter and refuses to let go. Seamlessly blending espionage, political intrigue, and personal transformation, Randy B. Singer crafts a narrative that is both deeply entertaining and thought-provoking.
The Regression Strain by Kevin Hwang, MD (Book Review #2211)
Kevin Hwang’s The Regression Strain is a gripping, fast-paced medical thriller that plunges readers into a terrifying viral outbreak aboard a luxury cruise ship. Dr. Peter Palma, a weary physician haunted by his brother’s death, takes a job expecting routine cases but quickly finds… Continue Reading “The Regression Strain by Kevin Hwang, MD (Book Review #2211)”
Unscrupulous Choices by James A. Sesnak (Book Review #2207)
James A. Sesnak’s Unscrupulous Choices is a chilling and emotionally complex work of historical crime fiction, rooted in reality and driven by the human consequences of greed. Inspired by the 2023 CNBC segment “Fraud in a Bottle,” the novel peels back the layers of… Continue Reading “Unscrupulous Choices by James A. Sesnak (Book Review #2207)”
Secrets of the Jeweled Flask by Camille J. Severino (Book Review #2202)
Camille J. Severino’s Secrets of the Jeweled Flask is a whimsical and thought-provoking fantasy that blends adventure, magic, and heartfelt lessons about life, love, and personal growth. The story follows Vito Glandell, a man approaching forty, trapped in a life dictated by his overbearing… Continue Reading “Secrets of the Jeweled Flask by Camille J. Severino (Book Review #2202)”
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Zero by Jason O’Leary – A Witty, Heartfelt Take on Time, Technology, and Love (Book Review #2208)
Posted on November 1, 2025 by Jeyran Main
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Jason O’Leary’s Zero is a captivating and laugh-out-loud novel that blends humor, romance, and thought-provoking commentary on modern life. At its heart is Smith Babbitt, a man in the prime of his life—25 years into an 89-year lifespan—who navigates a world where technology, specifically… Continue Reading “Zero by Jason O’Leary – A Witty, Heartfelt Take on Time, Technology, and Love (Book Review #2208)”
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