Fiction

Happy Family by Tracy Barone reminds us that no matter how dysfunctional and complex,  family can define who we were, who we are, and perhaps who we'll be, even if we didn't choose to be a part of it.

Even with the aftertaste of a weak ending, "Three Martini Lunch" by Suzanne Rindell is a fantastic story of a time infused with winds of change, when anything and everything seemed possible.

"The Summer Before the War" by Helen Simonson brings to life both the promise and pain of the summer before World War l.

Disclafani’s narrative is inviting and makes for a smooth read.

"A Fine Imitation" by Amber Brock is very well written and the narrative enticing. But it's very hard to warm up to the main character when her shallowness supersedes her last minute show of rebellion

In "The Thing" Is by Kathleen Gerard, we meet an animal that is more than the norm, much more. Prozac , our protagonist, has an amazingly high IQ and a spiritual wisdom that guides him. He is now fixated on working his magic and bringing his new charge back to life, and she has no say in his decision to move forward.

If you enjoy romance and fun, you will enjoy The Matchmaker's Playbook by Rachel Van Dyken. It will make a great summer read, sure to keep you enthralled.

In "The Versions of Us" Laura Barnett presents a narrative filled with longing, nostalgia, happiness, love, and a right amount of angst and sadness.

"The Secret Language of Stones" by M.J. Rose is a story abundant with magic and haunting beauty that promises to enthrall readers until the very last page.

The Curious Charms of Arthur Pepper by Phaedra Patrick is not only touching but also invites the reader to a bit of self-reflection.