HEART-SCARRED by Theo Czuk – Literary Western, Coming of Age
An engaging story that aptly weaves in plenty of historical information about the Old West and back East. Thought-provoking!
THE LAST OUTRAGEOUS WOMAN by Jessica Stone – Contemporary Women’s Fiction
Five run-away grannies prove that dreams are worth pursuing, life is worth celebrating, and you’re never too old for true love in Jessica H. Stone’s engagingly fun and poignant tale of women pursuing their hopes and dreams.
A FOOLISH CONSISTENCY by Andrea Weir – Women’s Literature, Family Drama, Romance
Love once lost is not always easy to regain, even when the couple in question are like peas and carrots. Memorable characters, shimmering and confident prose, and realistic dialogue are portrayed in this stellar contemporary romance of mid-life star-crossed lovers seeking a second chance.
A CROWDED HEART by Andrea McKenzie Raine – Literary, Historical Fiction, Veteran/PTSD
The wide ensnaring net of the aftershocks of war is poignantly portrayed here -- powerful and deeply affecting!
MAKE NO BONES ABOUT IT by Ann Charles – Action/Adventure, Mystery, Romance, Thriller
Indiana Jones has some serious competition from Angélica García, a fiery redhead who is a smart, lovely, resourceful, snake-wrangling, and machete-wielding machine…and that’s all before lunch.
The FLYING BURGOWSKI by Gretchen Wing – YA, Social & Family Issues, Fantasy
Realistic teen life plus a hefty dose of magic realism equals a mighty fine read! Gretchen Wing's "The Flying Burgowski" will lift you above it all and satisfy your longing for a really good YA book.
ASTROLOGER’S PROOF by David John Jaegers – Metaphysical Techno-Thriller Fiction
Utopia is at hand when science and spirituality merge. But can such a state be ethically obtained when proof allies with deception in the name of science? Discover for yourself in David John Jaeger's "Astrologer’s Proof."
The JøSSING AFFAIR by J. L. Oakley – Norwegian Historical Fiction, World War II, Thriller
A profound work of historical fiction recounting the Norwegian Resistance to the Nazi Occupation. A testimonial to the underground heroes who put aside personal safety for a cause much bigger than themselves. Their courage is acknowledged in this superbly gripping novel.
The EDGE of FARALLON by Peter Skinner – Literary, Thriller/Suspense
A brilliantly dark and satisfying read - unique imagery and a breathtaking plot.
The BOY WHO WANTED WINGS by James Conroyd Martin – Medieval Historical Fiction, War/Military, European
Masterfully written and well-conceived,"The Boy Who Wanted Wings" soars through the stratosphere in this historical fiction covering the siege of Vienna in the late 17th century. An excellent novel with staying power.