A review of Olivia A. Cole’s “The Truth About White Lies”
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Jessi Rae Morton is a writing and literature instructor in Charlotte, NC. She has written book reviews for the Chicago Review of Books and Appalachian Journal.
Identity, Empathy and Lucha Libre in “Perpetual West”
An interview with Mesha Maren on “Perpetual West.”
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“The Resurrection of Fulgencio Ramirez” Is A Bildungsroman Filled with Magic, Curses, and Star-Crossed Love
A review of Rudy Ruiz’s novel, “The Resurrection of Fulgencio Ramirez,” which just came out in paperback.
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“The Last Blue” Is Much More Than A Love Story
A review of Isla Morley’s novel “The Last Blue.”
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Tension Between Science and Religion in “Transcendent Kingdom”
Yaa Gyasi’s novel, “Transcendent Kingdom,” features characters and experiences that are layered, complex, and diverse.
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“The Queen of the Cicadas” Is More than a Ghost Story
V. Castro’s novel “The Queen of the Cicadas” demonstrates commitment to the pulpy heart of horror fiction.
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Eric Nguyen’s First Novel Explores the Diversity of Human Experience
A review of Eric Nguyen’s debut novel, “Things We Lost to the Water.”
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“Gold Diggers” Is a Hopeful Work of Indian American Magical Realism
A review of Sanjena Sathian’s new novel, “Gold Diggers.”
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‘Body of Stars’ Explores How Our Bodies Shape Our Experience in the World
A review of Laura Maylene Walter’s new book, ‘Body of Stars.’
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Connections Beyond Imaginary Boundaries in “Infinite Country”
Patricia Engel’s “Infinite Country” is a slim novel packed with meaning, adventure and love.
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