Tag: book review
Emily Henry’s ‘Funny Story’ is a shot to the heart and...
In Emily Henry’s newest book, released on April 23, 2024, the “buttoned-up” Daphne and the “scruffy” Miles find themselves in what might be the...
An “Unsparing” exposé of the Royals
In his memoir, “Spare,” Prince Harry candidly shares his life story, pulling back the curtain on life as a royal in England. “Spare” quickly...
Lit Pick of the Week: “Augustus” by John Williams
Radar is committed to all forms of art and entertainment and as such, will pick one book as a reading recommendation every week. This...
“Vampires in the Lemon Grove” by Karen Russell Review
I felt an uncomfortable sense of guilt as I finished the final page of Karen Russell’s new collection of short stories, “Vampires in the...
“Amped” by Daniel H. Wilson Review
Picture a world where diseases like epilepsy, autism and schizophrenia are cured by a small, implantable node. The implant is barely noticeable, save for...
“X Marks the Scot” by Victoria Roberts Review
I was sorting through new releases for a book to review this issue when Victoria Roberts’ romance novel “X Marks the Scot” captured my...
“The Seventh Victim” by Mary Burton Review SPOILER ALERT
What ignites a serial killer’s white-hot insanity? Is it the simmer of anticipation, bided time and fevered obsession? Mary Burton’s “The Seventh Victim” explores...
“Private: #1 Suspect” by James Patterson & Maxine Paetro Review
Author James Patterson’s name evokes a sense of nostalgia for me. As a middle school bookworm I’d stay up late at night, voraciously flipping...
“Tenth of December” by George Saunders Review
When I sat down to read “Tenth of December,” I knew nothing about author George Saunders beyond his lauded description as “the writer of...
JK Rowling “Casual Vacancy” Review
When news hit that J.K. Rowling was writing a new novel, her fan base anticipated literary magic. But Rowling, eager to explore her capacities...