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The Merchant of Venus: The Life of Walter Thornton by Nancy Thornton Navarro, Adriana Thornton-Cornejo, and Philip Mershon (Book Review #1950)
*The Merchant of Venus: The Life of Walter Thornton* is a fascinating biography that uncovers the extraordinary life of a man who, unbeknownst to his family, played a pivotal role in shaping America’s modeling, advertising, and beauty industries from the 1920s to the 1950s.… Continue Reading “The Merchant of Venus: The Life of Walter Thornton by Nancy Thornton Navarro, Adriana Thornton-Cornejo, and Philip Mershon (Book Review #1950)”
NARROW ESCAPES: A Memoir by Louise Nayer (Book Review 1937)
*NARROW ESCAPES* by Louise Nayer is a powerful and deeply moving memoir that delves into the author’s life with raw honesty and poignant detail. Published by Spuyten Duyvil in 2023, this memoir takes readers on an emotional journey through Nayer’s life, beginning with a… Continue Reading “NARROW ESCAPES: A Memoir by Louise Nayer (Book Review 1937)”
End Man by Alex Austin (Book Review #1930)
**End Man** by Alex Austin is a riveting techno-thriller that delves into the dark intersections of artificial intelligence, digital immortality, and corporate greed. The protagonist, Raphael Lennon, is a man confined both physically and psychologically. Suffering from dromophobia and the fear of crossing streets,… Continue Reading “End Man by Alex Austin (Book Review #1930)”
Beyond Beliefs: The Incredible True Story of a German Refugee, an Indian Migrant and the Families Left Behind by Sohail Husain (Book Review #1929)
Beyond Beliefs: The Incredible True Story of a German Refugee, an Indian Migrant and the Families Left Behind** by Sohail Husain is an epic memoir that weaves a rich tapestry of love, loss, and resilience against the backdrop of some of the 20th century’s… Continue Reading “Beyond Beliefs: The Incredible True Story of a German Refugee, an Indian Migrant and the Families Left Behind by Sohail Husain (Book Review #1929)”
“Running in Slippers” by Angie Hawkins (Book Review #1924)
“Running in Slippers” by Angie Hawkins is a raw and deeply personal memoir that chronicles the tumultuous journey of a woman grappling with profound loss, toxic relationships, and the arduous path to self-discovery and healing.
Still No Kids & Still OK by Ellen Metter (Book Review #1923)
Ellen Metter’s *Still No Kids & Still OK* offers a refreshingly humorous and candid look at the intentionally child-free life. Now nearly old enough to receive “Save the Date” invites from the Grim Reaper, Metter uses her seasoned perspective to explore the joys and… Continue Reading “Still No Kids & Still OK by Ellen Metter (Book Review #1923)”
Pigs in Paradise: A Fairy Story Most Absurd by Roger Maxson (Book Review #1920)
*Pigs in Paradise* by Roger Maxson is a hilariously satirical and thought-provoking novel that blends literary flair with magical realism and humour. This politically charged fairy tale critiques religion in politics, specifically targeting American evangelicalism while celebrating freedom of expression.
The Unsubtle Art of Unf*cking Your Life by Andi Wiseman (Book Review #1918)
Andi Wiseman’s “The Unsubtle Art of Unf*cking Your Life” is a refreshing and inclusive take on self-improvement and recovery inspired by the foundational principles of the 12-step program. Originating in 1935 in Akron, Ohio, by two Christian men from Vermont, the 12-step program has… Continue Reading “The Unsubtle Art of Unf*cking Your Life by Andi Wiseman (Book Review #1918)”
FIVE HOURS NORTH, A Memoir of Outlaw Farming on California’s Cannabis Frontier by Ty Kearns (Book Review #1915)
In “Five Hours North,” Ty Kearns takes readers on a colorful and gripping journey into the heart of Humboldt County’s cannabis culture during the green rush of 2008. This memoir, subtitled “A Memoir of Outlaw Farming on California’s Cannabis Frontier,” chronicles Kearns’ unexpected transformation… Continue Reading “FIVE HOURS NORTH, A Memoir of Outlaw Farming on California’s Cannabis Frontier by Ty Kearns (Book Review #1915)”
