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"Missing White Woman" | Reviewed by Pat Sainz
In “Missing White Woman,” by Kellye Garrett, Breanna is looking forward to a romantic weekend vacation with her boyfriend Ty, a man she...

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May 8, 20242 min read


"The Return of Ellie Black" | Reviewed by Chris Stuckenschneider
Hikers in Washington State find her—the teenager who goes missing from her home in Coldwell, Washington. The girl was supposed to be...

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May 7, 20242 min read


"Long Island" | Reviewed by William Winkler
Irish author Colm Tóibín has published 11 novels, more than a score of non-fiction books, and by his estimate “thousands” of articles. He...

cstucky2
May 7, 20242 min read


Animal Friends, Tried and True
Clover has a confession. While your bee bud loves stories about lots of subjects, she has a soft spot in her heart for books about...

Clover
May 6, 20243 min read


"The Twilight Garden" | Reviewed by Pat Sainz
“The Twilight Garden,” by Sara Hisha Adams, is the perfect story to read right now for those who love spring gardens. The novel’s lush...

cstucky2
May 5, 20242 min read


"Real Americans" | Reviewed by Chris Stuckenschneider
This week marks the publication of a certain bestseller—“Real Americans,” by Rachel Khong. It’s a beautifully written novel with rich...

cstucky2
May 1, 20243 min read


"An Unfinished Love Story: A Personal History of the 1960s | Reviewed by Bill Schwab
Presidential historian Doris Kearns Goodwin delivers a biography, memoir, chronicle of her marriage, and history of the unbounded...

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Apr 30, 20243 min read


"The Demon of Unrest" | Reviewed by William Winkler
Journalist Erik Larson is known for his works of historical non-fiction. Notable titles include “Devil in the White City,” an account of...
William Winkler
Apr 29, 20242 min read


"The Age of Magical Overthinking" | Reviewed by Carson Mowery
Though we live in a time where we have more access to information than ever before, it’s become more and more difficult to decipher what...

cstucky2
Apr 25, 20243 min read


"Safe and Sound" | Reviewed by Chris Stuckenschneider
Missouri author Laura McHugh returns with her newest thriller “Safe and Sound,” a page turner set in the Show Me State. Local readers...

cstucky2
Apr 23, 20243 min read


"The Lede" | Reviewe by Bill Schwab
For six decades, Calvin Trillin has been one of the most popular, admired journalists in New York. He is renowned for being equally adept...
Bill Schwab
Apr 22, 20242 min read


"Morningside" | Reviewed by William Winkler
Novelist Téa Obreht is a native of Yugoslavia who earned degrees from UCLA and Cornell University. Her first two novels, “The Tiger’s...

cstucky2
Apr 17, 20242 min read


"Knife: Meditations After an Attempted Murder" | Reviewed by Chris Stuckenschneider
Salman Rushdie’s just-released memoir “Knife” details the horrific assault and subsequent recovery from a near-fatal stabbing two years...

cstucky2
Apr 17, 20243 min read


"The Mystery Writer" | Reviewed by Pat Sainz
“The Mystery Writer,” by Sulari Gentill, is a contemporary thriller about writers, the writing process, and publishers. It also gives...

cstucky2
Apr 16, 20242 min read


"An American Dreamer" | Reviewed by Bill Schwab
David Finkel discloses the political division in the United States in his sensitive account of four years (2016- 20) in the life of Brent...
Bill Schwab
Apr 11, 20242 min read


Word Up
In April, we find nature blossoming and bursting to brilliant new life, inspiring writers to create poetry that moves us with thoughtful...

Clover
Apr 9, 20243 min read


"Everyone On This Train is a Suspect"| Reviewed by Jenni Olson
"Everyone on This Train is a Suspect," by Benjamin Stevenson, is the perfect read for any mystery lover, a follow-up to "Everyone in My...

cstucky2
Apr 7, 20241 min read


"What Happend to Nina?" Reviewed by Chris Stuckenschneider
Promoted as a thriller, “What Happened to Nina?, by Dervla McTiernan, is a compelling read, but unlike other books in this genre it...

cstucky2
Apr 5, 20242 min read


"The Truth About the Devlins" | Reviewed by Susan Ferguson
“The Truth About the Devlins,” by prolific Lisa Scottoline, is a thrilling murder mystery, full of twists and turns. It’s also a family...

cstucky2
Apr 3, 20242 min read


"Here After" | Reviewed by Chris Stuckenschneider
Somber, personal, heart-wrenching and wise describes Amy Lin’s gripping memoir, “Here After.” The Canadian author was widowed at 31,...

cstucky2
Mar 27, 20242 min read
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