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A Case of Love and Squalor

by Jill Allen

These two protagonists grow out of their tropes to become well-rounded, philosophical characters with big personalities. "A Case of Love and Squalor", by Steve Myers, his third novel and an engrossing, fast-paced thriller, mixes action... Read More

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Song Bird

by Jill Allen

An Australian music star must balance fame with family in this story filled with lush descriptions of the country. In Australian author Christine M. Knight’s Song Bird: Matters of the Heart, the plucky singer introduced in Life Song... Read More

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Winds of the Marquesas

by Jill Allen

Historical events are made personal with the perspective of these two Florida families in this years-spanning novel. E. C. Olson’s "Winds of the Marquesas" is a tour de force in the realm of historical novels. Olson weaves together a... Read More

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Swan Maiden

by Jill Allen

Margolis’s two nuanced protagonists hold fast to their beliefs in this historically accurate, thought-provoking romance. Sharon Margolis’s thoroughly researched, authentic, and passionate novel, "Swan Maiden", creates pulse-pounding... Read More

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The Impostor

by Jill Allen

Right to die and other medical issues are tackled in this well-developed tale told from health-care workers’ point of view. Pamela Triolo’s second novel about nurses could easily be ripped from the headlines. The Imposter tackles... Read More

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The Unimaginable

by Jill Allen

Through both a love story and an exotic adventure in Thailand, Silver ramps up the suspense and keeps it high until the very last page. Anyone who wishes swashbuckling and seafaring romances weren’t confined to the days of yore will... Read More

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Command and Control

by Jill Allen

A likable protagonist with humor and medical knowledge propels the plot of this exciting thriller. Retired surgeon Cooper “Mackie” McKay returns in his second thriller outing by Stephen Russell, "Command and Control". As with the... Read More

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Kei

by Jill Allen

While adroitly delving into the timeless themes of friendship and conflict, Aladjai also vividly explores a little-known culture. Across time and cultures, conflicts have erupted. During such wars, some people look beyond the differences... Read More

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