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BookBrowse Highlights
| March 5, 2015
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Hello
A hundred years ago Lusitania, the world's largest passenger ship set sail from New York. Entering British waters it was hit by a torpedo. 1,200 passengers and crew died, providing a catalyst for the USA to join WWI. The story of Lusitania is one of three books reviewed by our members this week. The others are The Life I Left Behind by Colette McBeth and Irritable Hearts: A PTSD Love Story by Mac McClelland.
These are just three of the books to explore in this week's packed issue. Thanks for reading!
Davina
BookBrowse Editor
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1. First Impressions: Members Recommend
Each month we give away books to US resident members to read and review (or discuss). Members who choose to take part receive a free book (including free shipping) about every three months. Here are their opinions on three recently published books:   The Life I Left Behind by Colette McBeth Publisher: Minotaur Books Publication Date: Feb 2015 Mystery, 352 pages Number of reader reviews: 20 Readers' consensus: 4.4/5.0 Members Say"If this is a sample of what is in store for readers, I can't wait for more books by Colette McBeth. I was engaged from the first page and as the suspense and drama continued to build. The atmosphere and characterizations in this novel are outstanding. Mystery/thriller lovers, do yourself a favor and purchase this as soon as it is released." - Sue P. (Richardson, TX) " The Life I Left Behind has just about everything on my 'Get it!' book checklist. Its setting is my travel destination of choice (anywhere in England), it has multiple narrators (Eve, Melody and DI Rutter) and the story line ping pongs effectively in time (between past and present). McBeth has now been placed on my 'read this author for sure' list." - Kathleen W. (New Brighton, MN) More about this book | Read all the reviews Buy at Amazon | B&N | Indie |
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2. First Impressions: Members Recommend
 Irritable Hearts by Mac McClelland Publisher: Flatiron Books Publication Date: Feb 2015 Memoir, 320 pages Number of reader reviews: 18 Readers' consensus: 4.1/5.0
Members Say "The difficulty of living with PTSD and the difficulty of living with someone dealing with PTSD are highlighted in this well written book. As the mother of one with PTSD, I saw what research had told me. It was difficult to read but I can be a better mother and friend now." - Gigi K. (Lufkin, TX) "This is a well-written, stunning book that altered what I believed about PTSD. A very honest and courageous book that will challenge beliefs." - Paula Jacunski "This is a powerful book, not for the squeamish. I think it would foster some good book club discussion." - Carolyn L. (Summerville, SC)
More about this book | Read all the reviews Buy at Amazon | B&N | Indie |
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 3. First Impressions: Members Recommend
 Lusitania by Greg King & Penny Wilson Publisher: St. Martin's Press Publication Date: Feb 2015 Narrative History, 400 pages Number of reader reviews: 21 Readers' consensus: 4.6/5.0 Members Say"A lot has been written about the Titanic, but little about the luxury liner torpedoed as WWI was building up. Vividly written with beautiful descriptions of the opulence of the age, I enjoyed every page." - Marjorie H. (Woodstock, GA) "This book is amazing. I knew just a little about the sinking of the Lusitania and after reading this book I feel as if I were there on the ship. The rich details and tremendous research make for great reading. I have never read a book before where I felt that it was happening to me. This book really is remarkable." - Anita S. (Boynton Beach, FL) "I don't read much non-fiction. I love getting lost in a 'story'. Fortunately for me (and for any other readers) Lusitania tells a story, a riveting, transfixing story." - Judy K. (Conroe, TX)
More about this book | Read all the reviews Buy at Amazon | B&N | Indie |
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 4. Editor's Choice 
H is for Hawk by Helen Macdonald
Hardcover (March 01, 2015), 288 pages. Publisher: Grove Press. BookBrowse Rating: 5/5, Critics' Consensus: 4.7/5 Buy at Amazon | B&N | IndieIt is difficult to categorize Helen Macdonald's debut, H Is for Hawk; it is simultaneously a natural history, a literary biography, a memoir, and a chronicle of bereavement. It's also a thoughtful inquiry into the (often imagined or imaginary) relationship between people and wild animals and an intriguing glimpse into a world many of us probably didn't even know existed. Full access to our reviews & beyond the book articles are for members only. But there are always four free Editor's Choice reviews and beyond the book articles on our homepage. |
 5. Beyond the Book A Short Glossary for the 21st Century
Every time we review a book we also explore a related topic. Here is a recent "beyond the book" article for
I See You Made an Effort by Annabelle Gurwitch
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 6. Publishing Soon
Each month BookBrowse previews 80-100 notable books. Here is a particularly interesting title from these upcoming books.  World Gone By by Dennis LehanePublisher: William Morrow Publication Date: Mar 10, 2015 Historical Fiction, 320 pages Critic's Opinion: 5/5 Buy at Amazon | B&N | Indie
Dennis Lehane vividly recreates the rise of the mob during a world at war, from an Ash Wednesday gun battle in the streets of Ybor City to a chilling, heartbreaking climax in a Cuban sugar cane field. Told with verve and skill, World Gone By is a work of historical fiction from one of "the most interesting and accomplished American novelists" (Washington Post) writing today.
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 7. Author Interview  Ausma Zehanat Khan, who holds a Ph.D. in International Human Rights Law, explores what motivated her to shine light on the Bosnian war atrocities in her novel, The Unquiet Dead. Read the Interview | The Unquiet Dead |
 8. This Week's Book Club Top 10 Here are 5 of the 10 most popular book club books on BookBrowse this week. Click any image to see the full list.
More in our book clubs section including:
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 9. News Mar 03 2015
Yasar Kemal, the master storyteller who repeatedly clashed with the Turkish state while emerging as his country's first novelist of global stature, died on Saturday in Istanbul aged 91.
Feb 26 2015
In a move that has surprised some in the industry, Barnes & Noble announced today that it plans to separate its college business from its retail stores and Nook digital units. While a split has been on the cards for about a year, it was generally thought that the retail area would be separated off, leaving the college and Nook businesses together; or that the Nook business would be sold off. Instead retail and Nook stay together. (more)Feb 24 2015
Poet and bestselling author Maya Angelou will be honored with a Forever Stamp, the U.S. Postal Service announced Monday.
Feb 24 2015
Textbook makers, bookstore owners and college student surveys all say millennials still strongly prefer print when studying - but also for personal reading. (more) |
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 10. Win This Book
 The Winner's Curse by Marie RutkoskiPublished Mar 2014 368 pages
From the Jacket Set in a richly imagined new world, The Winner's Curse by Marie Rutkoski is a story of deadly games where everything is at stake, and the gamble is whether you will keep your head or lose your heart. "Starred Review. Rich characterization, exquisite worldbuilding and rock-solid storytelling make this a fantasy of unusual intelligence and depth... Breathtaking, tragic and true." - Kirkus "This book gave me a rare and special reading experience: I never knew what was going to happen next. I loved it. I want more." - Kristin Cashore, author of Graceling 25 people will each win a paperback copy of The Winner's Curse. This giveaway is open to residents of the USA only, unless you are a BookBrowse member, in which case you are eligible to win wherever you might live. Enter the giveaway Past Winners |
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