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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)”
Secret Seeds by Vincent Donovan (Book Review #2201)
Vincent Donovan’s Secret Seeds is a compelling, emotionally rich novel that explores the high-stakes choices faced by those living in the shadows of society. With themes of motherhood, abuse, migration, identity, and belief systems, this multi-layered story challenges our understanding of what it means… Continue Reading “Secret Seeds by Vincent Donovan (Book Review #2201)”
Scarlet Birthright: What They Left Behind by Scarlet Ibis James (Book Review #2199)
Scarlet Birthright is a hauntingly lyrical and emotionally rich debut that traces the echoes of abandonment across generations. Scarlet Ibis James weaves a powerful family saga rooted in the Caribbean diaspora, where ancestral memory, cultural identity, and the ache of absence converge into a… Continue Reading “Scarlet Birthright: What They Left Behind by Scarlet Ibis James (Book Review #2199)”
The Ignoble Lie (Of Gods & Men: Book I) by Matthew Peters (Book Review #2198)
What if the very foundations of Western religion weren’t what we were taught to believe? In The Ignoble Lie, Matthew Peters delivers a gripping, high-stakes thriller that dares to probe the origins of Judeo-Christian tradition. The result is an electrifying mix of history, suspense,… Continue Reading “The Ignoble Lie (Of Gods & Men: Book I) by Matthew Peters (Book Review #2198)”
Norma and the Blue Hour by Chris Delyani (Book Review #2195)
Norma and the Blue Hour is a beautifully layered story of estrangement, aging, and the quiet redemption that comes through unexpected relationships and second chances.
The Flip Side by Ted Richardson (Book Review #2194)
Ted Richardson’s latest novel, The Flip Side, delivers a unique and compelling twist on the cozy mystery genre—blending mental health themes, musical passion, and a decades-old cold case into a story that’s as emotionally gripping as it is suspenseful.
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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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