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Between the Clouds and the River, by Dave Mason — Book Review
“Between the Clouds and the River” is a quietly powerful novel that snuck up on me with its depth and emotional resonance. Dave Mason’s writing has the lyricism of a poet, especially in scenes set in nature such as along Montana’s rivers…
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Little Brother, by Adam Cosco — Book Review
“Little Brother” tears into our primal fear of losing control – not through tired possession tropes, but through the raw horror of having your own flesh turn against you. Where Jekyll needed a potion to unleash his darker self, Leslie Adams faces…
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Peak to Peak: Mastering the Appalachian Trail, by Jim Todd — Book Review
The Appalachian Trail stands as America’s most iconic long-distance hiking path, stretching 2,190 miles from Springer Mountain in Georgia to Mount Katahdin in Maine. First proposed in 1921 and completed in 1937, this historic footpath traverses 14 states, 8 national forests, and…
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Secrets, Scars and Heart Shaped Jars, by Pattie Vargas — Book Review
This heartbreaking yet ultimately hopeful memoir takes readers through Pattie Vargas’s journey of unimaginable loss and resilience. The narrative opens with her divorce but finds its true power when delving into her children’s battles with addiction. Her son Joel’s story – from…
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Montjoy, by Curt Finch — Book Review
“Montjoy” is a gripping literary novella that masterfully weaves together multiple narrative threads exploring guilt, memory, and the echoes of historical trauma. Through the story of protagonist, a Jewish academic studying Nazi-era documents, and his parallel journey processing his son’s suicide, the…
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The Paroxysm Deception, by Jastrow Book Hill — Book Review
In this labyrinthine legal thriller by Jastrow Hill, the lines between justice and vengeance blur into a compelling exploration of human nature at its breaking point. “The Paroxysm Deception” distinguishes itself from standard crime fiction by refusing to paint its characters in…
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Anywhere I Lay My Canoe, by David Szczesny — Book Review
Anywhere I Lay My Canoe by David Szczesny is a reflective journey of adventure and introspection, blending outdoor exploration with the search for inner peace. The book takes readers on a canoe expedition through remote waterways, vividly describing the natural world and…
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Loveology, by Mac Andrews — Book Review
In a world saturated with dating apps and relationship “quick fixes,” Mac Andrews’ “Love-Ology” offers a refreshingly grounded approach to building lasting connections. Drawing from his three decades as a psychotherapist and his own relationship journey, Andrews crafts a practical guide that…
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From Great Heights, by Bryan McBee — Book Review
In this bold genre-defying novel, McBee masterfully weaves together corporate space opera and dark fantasy to create something entirely unique. “From Great Heights” follows two seemingly disparate narratives that gradually reveal themselves to be intricate pieces of the same cosmic puzzle. The…
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Last Chance Stop, By Sarah Fjellanger Book Review
Some stories of immigrant life shine with particular brightness against the dark backdrop of history. In this powerful debut novel, a young Norwegian girl’s journey from pastoral innocence to urban survival becomes an unforgettable tale of resilience and hope. The story opens…
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