Editorial Reviews

Another explosive thriller from federal agent-turned-author Stan Comforti, Finding Ena is a gritty read that puts this series’ grim hero squarely between predator and prey. Agent Sam Caviello is once again pulled outside his job description and into a dangerous web of political power after witnessing a mysterious encounter later linked to a vicious abduction. The level of detail, natural dialogue, and authenticity in the unraveling of this mystery is evidence of the author’s professional expertise, and it’s easy to get lost in the manic pace of this novel. While the prose can occasionally be stilted and declarative, Comforti excels […]

Boasting an electrifying romance at the center of a near-future thriller, So Into Her by D.L. Yoder is a genre-blurring ride not to be missed. Overcoming a freshly broken heart, Yakiesha is determined to expose the truth of the fringe Excelsior Project, but ends up on the lam with the HATT-wearing researcher who replaced her murdered lover on the project. Sinister corporate power struggles collide with undeniable romance and a desperate quest for the truth in this fast-paced novel, which will satisfy readers of both thrillers and romance for its original story of love persevering in the face of high-stakes […]

A stunning new multiverse is brought to exquisite life in Minu Freitag’s debut novel, The Fragments, the first book in The Spheres series. The cosmic walls of reality have been broken, and the fate of multiple realms now falls to young Tayl and mind-wiped Eass as they navigate a dystopian world – an ominous shadow of our own reality, or possible future. This bold introduction to a new series boasts starkly original characters, a thematically compelling plot, and a sprawling world design like few others in the contemporary fantasy genre, for a highly recommended read that skillfully mixes science […]

Forget Me Not: A Caregiver’s Guide to Early-Onset Alzheimer’s Disease by Torri L. Fisher is full of invaluable information, both practical and personal, to assist people who are new to caring for loved ones suffering from Alzheimer’s disease. Heartfelt and filled with warm touches, Fisher addresses her audience directly, which creates a comfortable trust between her and her readers. Sometimes the casual nature of the narrative can result in difficulties for readers, as some of the scientific recommendations can appear incomplete. However, most of the book provides necessary advice that can prove indispensable to caregivers. An informative and accessible guide, […]

Lighthearted and adventurous, Jeremy Campbell’s Between the Causeways is a tale that will delight every animal lover. When a dog abandons her pup in the woods along a country road, three concerned strangers meet as if by serendipity and exact a plan of rescue, soon unearthing a special bond and new purpose in their lives. Though the novel is subject to some uneven pacing, this is a charming tale about the essential importance of human connection and our animal companions. A uniquely inspiring story, the novel is propelled forward by Campbell’s emotive prose about these lively characters’ inner lives, illuminating […]

Tearing down the assumed barriers to becoming a successful gambler, Sports Betting Down to the Bones: 5 Easy Steps to Making Your First Bet by Manuel Angela is a well-structured guide for average people who want to try their luck in the world of high-stakes betting. Acknowledging critical ways to work smart, this book highlights common-sense strategies for early success, as well as necessary questions to ask yourself before starting this potentially lucrative venture. Covering every subject from betting safety and economic stability to the common jargon of placing bets and essential fundamentals of specific sports, this contemporary layman’s term […]

Tamar by Sheldon Greene – full subtitle, A Historical Coming of Age Novel of a Jewish Native American Woman in Post-Civil War California – depicts the tumultuous journey of a Jewish/American Indian community who find themselves dispossessed of their ancestral land. The story intimately follows the leader of the community, Tamar, as she navigates such unprecedented events: the building of a railroad, settlers, war, and the relocation of her people to an industrialized world. An inspiring, visceral novel, Tamar will leave you breathless with its wholly unique perspective on this period of history. The dichotomy Greene creates between artificial America […]

In this honest and poignant memoir, The Last Leadholders: Quest for Fulfillment, author Richard Deatherage discovers that after a lifelong career as an architectural draughtsman, computers are taking over and he is one of the last pencil holders in the industry. Looking back at his military father’s career, and his resulting nomadic childhood growing up in the heart of Jim Crow’s segregated America, Deatherage draws from his life’s lessons to find peace and fulfillment for the future. Editing slips and a generally shaggy-dog-style tale slow the read down, but the author’s intention is all heart, for an intriguing portrait of […]