NONFICTION

A HOLY HAUNTING

by Sam D. Kim

A nuanced, if not comprehensive, call for revitalization of Christianity’s core messages. Full review >

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ACROSS THE OCEAN WILD

by Kathleen McCann

An enjoyable read with a strong protagonist and a trove of historical nuggets. Full review >

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FICTION

EVEN GODS MUST YIELD TO FIRE

by Em Singer

This remarkable fantasy boasts an indelible cast of gods and mortals. Full review >

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FICTION

RUNAWAY HUMANITY

by Joshua Valentine

An often-gruesome speculative yarn in which male malevolence predominates. Full review >

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FICTION

CUBAN QUARTERMOON

by Ann Putnam Ann Putnam

A story with sumptuous description and a gradually intensifying plot that makes for compulsive reading. Full review >

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FICTION

WINDEKIND

by Mark Lavine Mark Lavine

A sharp, deftly plotted thriller by a promising new author. Full review >

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FICTION

BLUE SUNRISE

by Gregg R. Overman

An often impressive debut of an author in deft control of a mind- and galaxy-spanning SF premise. Full review >

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FICTION

MURDER UNDER ANOTHER SUN

by Colin Alexander

An engaging sequel that crossbreeds established SF characters with a credible extraterrestrial murder mystery. Full review >

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CHILDREN'S

HOP LOLA HOP

by Kathy Urban ; illustrated by Siski Kalla

A sweet, charming story that could have practical applications. Full review >

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CHILDREN'S

HUTRA

by Aud Supplee

A safe but sophisticated teen quest fantasy brimming with magical ideas. Full review >

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TEENS & YOUNG ADULT

FIRE & FLIGHT

by Brianna R. Shaffery

A shrewd, absorbing fantasy showcasing extraordinary characters worth rooting for. Full review >

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