Three of BookTok’s most-hyped novels promised bold ideas and shocking twists, but beneath the viral praise were familiar tropes, heavy-handed themes, and writing that consistently underestimated its reader.
‘The Sea Child’ is a straightforward, cozy piece of historical fiction paying homage to the legends of Cornwall. Read on for our review of this debut novel!
Al Ewing & Jahnoy Lindsay’s cosmic horror reimagining of Green Lantern is a slow-burn. Read our review to find out if it’s worth it.
Is Liza Libes’ debut poetry collection a fitting or flabby addition to the form? The answer depends on what you’re looking for. Read on for our review!
Instead of trying to blend two genres, Octavo may have worked better if it had stuck to one. Read on for our review of the novel.
Shadow Ticket by Thomas Pynchon arrives nearly twelve years after his previous novel, Bleeding Edge. Read on for our review.
‘Boudicca’s Daughter’ features strong characters grappling with the consequences of life’s impossible choices. Read our review!
With her latest novel, Every Step She Takes, Alison Cochrun reminds us that not having it all figured out by your mid-30s is okay and to enjoy the journey.
Full of beautiful and lyrical descriptions, ‘Daedalus is Dead’ is an original and inventive retelling featuring stand-out characters. Read our review!
This week’s episode of Dexter: Resurrection, “The Kill Room Where It Happens,” feels like a warning to Dexter if he’s not careful with mixing work with home.
