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Best Comic Novels of 2010

FICTION

THE SEVEN YEAR BITCH

by Jennifer Belle

Belle (Little Stalker, 2007, etc.) has once again invented a hilarious heroine, one who manages to be far more memorable... Full review >

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ROMANCE

FATED

by S.G. Browne

These days there are very few American comedy writers bringing their A-game, but Browne is swinging for the fences. Full review >

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FICTION

BABYLON NIGHTS

by Daniel Depp

A laugh-out-loud crime story; all that's missing is the popcorn. Full review >

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FICTION

BEAUTIFUL PEOPLE

by Wendy Holden

If Holden’s novel lacks a bit of depth, it is redeemed by the contagious pleasure had in skewering Hollywood hotties and... Full review >

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FICTION

THE FINKLER QUESTION

by Howard Jacobson

At turns a romp and a disquisition worthy of Maimonides; elegantly written throughout, and with plenty of punchlines too. Full review >

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FICTION

A THOUSAND PEACEFUL CITIES

by Jerzy Pilch & translated by David Frick

If laughter actually is the best medicine, fortunate readers of this wonderful novel will surely enjoy perfect health for... Full review >

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