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FEB. 6, 2024
A dramatic, vividly detailed reconstruction of a little-known aspect of the Vietnam War. Full review >
MARCH 19, 2019
A black Bridget Jones, perfectly of the moment. Full review >
MAY 5, 2009
For most of the wild story’s running time, however, every sentence crackles with enough baleful energy to fuel a whole town... Full review >
SEPT. 19, 2023
A stunning, engaging subversion of the Bundy myth—and the true-crime genre. Full review >
AUG. 13, 2019
A quiet tale that considers the way small, human connections can disrupt the callous powers of authority. Full review >
MAY 30, 2023
A taut, gripping yarn. Not for the weak-kneed. Full review >
NOV. 11, 2014
Remarkable, revelatory and not to be missed. Full review >
JUNE 27, 2023
A sensational new entry in the burgeoning millennial-novel genre. Full review >
MARCH 10, 2020
A triumph. Full review >
JUNE 6, 2017
For all the darkness and even ugliness displayed, the characters’ loyalty, love, and struggle for redemption grip the reader... Full review >
MAY 2, 2023
Escape to the lakefront with this entertaining romance. Full review >
JUNE 7, 2002
A melodrama with brains and heart to match its killer plot. Full review >
SEPT. 8, 2009
Profane and profound by turns—not for everyone, but Cave still knows how to command an audience. Full review >
OCT. 4, 2006
A sprawling, anecdotal saga in which the whole, as usual with Winslow (The Power of the Dog, 2005, etc.), is less than the... Full review >
MAY 16, 2023
An extraordinary achievement and an essential life of the iconic warrior for social justice. Full review >
SEPT. 12, 2023
Alternately admiring and critical, unvarnished, and a closely detailed account of a troubled innovator. Full review >
NOV. 28, 2023
In a well-researched book, Chiusano offers fair warning to anyone who might consider voting for his con man subject. Full review >
JAN. 12, 2021
Both maddening and funny, an eye-opening look at how its daily targets cope with racism. Full review >
OCT. 18, 2022
A powerful story of a true hero who deserves more recognition. Full review >
MAY 6, 2003
Loads of good explaining, with reminders, time and again, of how much remains unknown, neatly putting the death of science... Full review >
FEB. 7, 2006
A meticulous account of crime and capture makes a distinguished and worthy addition to the legend Americans can’t seem to... Full review >
SEPT. 17, 2013
Whatever’s missing (including more context of how popular music was changing while her own music was changing), what’s here... Full review >
MAY 25, 2010
A welcome contribution to the history of Texas, Westward expansion and Native America. Full review >
SEPT. 10, 2013
Recently slated for both film and stage adaptations, El-Hai’s gripping account turns a chilling page in American history and... Full review >
MAY 7, 2019
A triumphant queer coming-of-age story that will make your heart ache and soar. Full review >
FEB. 27, 2024
Transporting and unputdownable; an appealing combination of deep and page-turning. Full review >
APRIL 1, 2006
Though it’s doubtful Percy wouldn’t guess Tyson’s otherworldly connection immediately after the dodgeball game, and though... Full review >
MARCH 1, 1981
Dahl describes all this unredeemed viciousness with a spirited, malevolent glee that plays shamelessly, and no doubt... Full review >
AUG. 30, 2016
What a wag. Full review >
JUNE 1, 1999
Children will be swept up in Wesley’s vision, and have a fine time visiting Weslandia. An alphabet appears on the endpapers. Full review >
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