• book reviews of Anita de Monte Laughs Last

    Weaves a dual-timeline narrative of two Latina women—Anita, a 1980s artist whose mysterious death is forgotten, and Raquel, a 1990s student uncovering her story—highlighting themes of legacy, power, and the fight for recognition

  • The Seventh Veil of Salome book cover

    The stories of Vera Larios, a newcomer cast as Salome in 1950s Hollywood, and the biblical Salome herself, exploring themes of ambition, identity, and the sacrifices women make for success

  • book reviews of Husbands & Lovers by Beatriz Williams -- book cover

    Interlaces the stories of Hannah, navigating love and danger in 1950s Cairo, and Mallory, confronting past choices in present-day New England, as a shared heirloom unveils generations of hidden truths.​

  • Book review of The Briar Club by Kate Quinn -- book cover

    In The Briar Club, Kate Quinn paints a vivid portrait of women bound by secrets in a 1950s D.C. boardinghouse. As friendships deepen, hidden pasts surface, leading to a shocking act that tests their loyalties.​

  • Book reviews of By Any Other Name by Jodi Picoult -- book reviews

    This novel intertwines the lives of two female playwrights—Emilia Bassano in 16th-century England and her modern descendant, Melina Green—both battling societal norms to have their voices heard.​

  • The Lion Women of Tehran

    In 1950s Tehran, Ellie and Homa forge a deep bond that withstands decades of societal upheaval and personal betrayals. The Lion Women of Tehran is a powerful narrative of friendship, courage, and the enduring spirit of two women navigating a changing world.​

  • Book Review of The Booklover's Library by Madeline Martin -- book cover

    In wartime Nottingham, widow Emma Taylor navigates loss and newfound purpose working at a lending library. The Booklover's Library is a moving story of motherhood, friendship, and the healing power of literature.

  • The Frozen River Book

    In 1789 Maine, midwife Martha Ballard investigates a chilling murder, challenging societal norms and uncovering hidden truths. The Frozen River is a compelling tale of justice, resilience, and the unyielding pursuit of truth in a rigid world.​

  • James

    A man’s journey through his complicated past and present challenges the boundaries of self, family, and what it means to truly belong.