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Sisters of the Great War
Sisters of the Great War : A Novel
by Suzanne Feldman
Reviewed: Aug 16, 2021
 
Published: Oct 26, 2021
 
Inspired by real women, this powerful novel tells the story of two unconventional American sisters who volunteer at the front during World War I.
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(4.2/5)
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Flesh & Blood
Flesh & Blood : Reflections on Infertility, Family, and Creating a Bountiful Life: A Memoir
by N. West Moss
Reviewed: Jul 19, 2021
 
Published: Oct 12, 2021
 
In her wise and witty memoir, N. West Moss discovers how she has been building a fruitful life and legacy - full of curiosity, creativity, and connection - while simultaneously dealing with infertility and illness. This beautifully written book ...
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(4.4/5)
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Never Saw Me Coming
Never Saw Me Coming : A Novel
by Vera Kurian
Reviewed: May 17, 2021
 
Published: Sep 7, 2021
 
Never Saw Me Coming is a dynamic debut thriller about a group of students diagnosed with psychopathy who are being hunted on campus.
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(4.0/5)
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The Lost Notebook of Edouard Manet
The Lost Notebook of Edouard Manet : A Novel
by Maureen Gibbon
Reviewed: May 31, 2021
 
Published: Sep 7, 2021
 
A sensual portrait of Manet's last years, and a vibrant testament to the endurance of the artistic spirit.
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(4.2/5)
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The Last Chance Library
The Last Chance Library
by Freya Sampson
Reviewed: Jun 22, 2021
 
Published: Aug 31, 2021
 
June Jones emerges from her shell to fight for her beloved local library, and through the efforts and support of an eclectic group of library patrons, she discovers life-changing friendships along the way.
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(4.4/5)
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A Million Things
A Million Things
by Emily Spurr
Reviewed: Apr 19, 2021
 
Published: Aug 24, 2021
 
A soaring, heartfelt debut following fifty-five days in the life of ten-year-old Rae, who must look after herself and her dog when her mother disappears.
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(4.7/5)
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Mrs. March
Mrs. March : A Novel
by Virginia Feito
Reviewed: Apr 19, 2021
 
Published: Aug 10, 2021
 
Soon to be a feature film from Blumhouse Productions starring Elizabeth Moss.

"I read Virginia's novel in one sitting and was so captured by it I knew I had to make it and play Mrs. March. As a character, she is fascinating, complex, and deeply ...
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(3.9/5)
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Blind Man's Bluff
Blind Man's Bluff : A Memoir
by James Tate Hill
Reviewed: Jul 19, 2021
 
Published: Aug 3, 2021
 
A writer's humorous and often-heartbreaking tale of losing his sight―and how he hid it from the world.
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(3.8/5)
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