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Indie Best Books of the Month July

FICTION

VALLEY OF SPIES

by Keith Yocum

A taut, thoughtful thriller; third in a series but also works as a stand-alone. Full review >

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FICTION

THE PYONGYANG OPTION

by A.C. Frieden

An exhilarating third installment of a consistently unpredictable and entertaining thriller series. Full review >

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FICTION

WRONG SIDE OF THE STORM

by Bryna Butler

An ardent supernatural tale with a bundle of appealing, electric characters. Full review >

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FICTION

THE GIRL PUZZLE

by Kate Braithwaite

A story of grit and perseverance that will appeal to readers interested in the history of women in journalism. Full review >

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FICTION

ATOMIC NIGHT

by Bruce W. Perry

A diverting whodunit bolstered by a laudable, complex detective. Full review >

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SURVIVAL OF THE FITTEST

by Jacqui Murray

A lavish historical epic that balances details and emotional impact. Full review >

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