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Secrets of the Jeweled Flask by Camille J. Severino (Book Review #2200)

In Secrets of the Jeweled Flask, Camille J. Severino crafts a whimsical, thought-provoking journey of magical realism, psychological reckoning, and emotional transformation. At the heart of this vibrant novel lies Vito Glandell, a meek, middle-aged man trapped by the suffocating expectations of his overbearing… Continue Reading “Secrets of the Jeweled Flask by Camille J. Severino (Book Review #2200)”

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.

Ursula Major by B. Robert Conklin (Book Review #2192)

In Ursula Major, B. Robert Conklin crafts a haunting and poignant family saga that delves into the fractured landscapes of memory, trauma, and the unbreakable bond between siblings. Set against the backdrop of 1970s Appalachian Ohio, the novel is as much a personal reckoning… Continue Reading “Ursula Major by B. Robert Conklin (Book Review #2192)”

Love & Homegrown Magic by Patricia Bossano (Book Review #2096)

Patricia Bossano’s Love & Homegrown Magic is a luminous, multigenerational tale that weaves together real-life events with a touch of spiritual enchantment. Based on the life of the author’s mother, this immigrant’s story unfolds across decades and continents, capturing the soul of a woman… Continue Reading “Love & Homegrown Magic by Patricia Bossano (Book Review #2096)”

Through Any Fire by Katherine Carter (Book Review #2190)

Through Any Fire is a pulse-pounding, slow-burn romance that blends second-chance love with high-stakes action and emotional grit. Katherine Carter’s debut novel doesn’t just explore rekindled passion—it throws it into a whirlwind of danger, betrayal, and redemption.

The Planet That Was Mistaken for a Fool by Tamás Szikszai (Book Review #2228)

Tamás Szikszai’s The Planet That Was Mistaken for a Fool is a wildly inventive and razor-sharp satirical romp through a dystopian sci-fi future that feels eerily plausible, and all too human. With the madcap spirit of Douglas Adams and the dystopian edge of Black… Continue Reading “The Planet That Was Mistaken for a Fool by Tamás Szikszai (Book Review #2228)”

Yesterday’s Voices: Words To Live By by A. A. Willis (Book Review #2188)

Yesterday’s Voices: Words To Live By is a beautifully curated anthology that brings timeless wisdom into the fast-paced realities of modern life. Compiled by A. A. Willis, this fourth volume in the Yesterday’s Voices series offers readers a meditative journey through poetic, philosophical, and… Continue Reading “Yesterday’s Voices: Words To Live By by A. A. Willis (Book Review #2188)”

Your Tomorrow Was Today by Oyindamola Dosunmu (Book Review #2187)

Oyindamola Dosunmu’s Your Tomorrow Was Today is a striking and powerful debut—one that pulses with emotional gravity, cultural resonance, and a fierce literary voice. Set between the energetic bustle of Lagos City and the evocative terrain of Eastern Nigeria, this novel invites readers into… Continue Reading “Your Tomorrow Was Today by Oyindamola Dosunmu (Book Review #2187)”