A missing woman, a remote island, and too many possible answers. My review of Swept Away by Jo A. Hiestand explores a steady, atmospheric mystery that keeps you guessing from start to finish.
Operation Medusa by Jake Greco is a fast-paced military thriller blending Greek history, geopolitical tension, and character-driven storytelling. A strong series opener with both action and depth.
Spotlighting The Light of Kasaban by Thomas Howard Riley, the 7th place BBNYA 2025 finalist and a dark fantasy about forbidden magick, found family, and survival in an unforgiving desert city.
A thoughtful feature of Life and How to Live It: Near Wild Heaven by Chaz Holesworth, a deeply personal and reflective memoir exploring life, growth, and introspection through an unfiltered, stream-of-consciousness style.
A raw and reflective look at resilience, trauma, and what it truly means to begin again. This nonfiction review explores the emotional depth of Life and How to Live It: Begin the Begin by Chaz Holesworth.
True crime meets history in Delaware Behaving Badly by Dave Tabler. This nonfiction collection explores real crimes from America's first state—while going deeper into the aftermath, consequences, and patterns behind them.