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Book Review: Nine Tenths of the Law, by Claudia Hagadus Long
Posted on October 7, 2020 Leave a Comment
By: Claudia Hagadus Long A trip to the Jewish Studies Museum, in New York, triggers a memory of a long lost family heirloom. Aurora, a survivor of the Shoah, recognizes an ornate menorah in an exhibit that bears a remarkable resemblance to family ring, worn by her daughter, Zara. Fast forward a few decades and […]
An Interview with Me, Heidi Slowinski
Posted on October 6, 2020 Leave a Comment
Over the past few months, I’ve had the opportunity to work with some amazing authors, bringing you interviews about their current and upcoming projects. What I haven’t talked about, in quite some time, is my own work. So here are some updates on a couple of projects I have in the works. Are you an […]
Book Review: Simon’s Wife by L. M. Affrossman
Posted on September 30, 2020 Leave a Comment
By: L. M. Affrossman Simon’s Wife is a work of Jewish historical fiction, set in 70AD Jerusalem. following the destruction of the city and the second temple. Shelamzion bat Judah has been captured and is facing execution. But could an unlikely friendship with her Roman jailer change her fate? This book really held my attention […]
Book Review: The Unforgiven King by L. M. Affrossman
Posted on September 30, 2020 Leave a Comment
By: L. M. Affrossman The Unforgiven King is a work of Jewish historical fiction, centered around King Herod. The story begins with Herod as a young man, follows his rise to the throne, and his cruelty. The story is told through an unnamed narrator, who provides the reader with in-depth context around Roman occupied Jerusalem, […]
Book Review: Reflections from a Glass House By Carol Sveilich
Posted on September 23, 2020 Leave a Comment
By: Carol Sveilich Reflections from a Glass House, A Memoir of Mid-Century Modern Mayhem is an intimate and detailed story of growing up in the Silicon Valley, in the 1960s. Sveilich shares her story in incredible detail, making her very easy to connect with. In many ways, this felt like sitting down with a friend, […]
Book Review: Mighty Mary by Max Davine
Posted on September 16, 2020 Leave a Comment
By: Max Davine Mighty Mary is the story of an Indian elephant who was captured and transported to American to be trained as a performer. After disaster struck in Erwin, Tennessee, just after the turn of the century, her case would become one of the most famous surrounding animal cruelty. This story is the emotional […]
Book Review: Black Hole Town by Henry Hinder
Posted on September 9, 2020 Leave a Comment
By: Henry Hinder Black Hole Town, a dark comedy novelette is the story of two friends, Scots, who decide to hit the road for the ultimate drug fueled roadtrip. An escape, if you will, from their every day lives of drugs, booze, gambling, and even women. Because everyone needs to get away from it all […]
An Interview with Author AJ Sidransky
Posted on September 8, 2020 Leave a Comment
AJ Sidransky is joining my blog today to tell us about his newest novel, The Interpreter. We’re also getting insight into the third installment in his Forgiving series, Forgiving Stephen Redmond, set for release early next year. Q: Can you sum up the The Interpreter book series in 20 words or less? The Interpreter is […]
Book Review: The Girl Who Said Goodbye by Heather Allen
Posted on September 2, 2020 Leave a Comment
By: Heather Allen The Girl Who Said Goodbye is the memoir of author, Heather Allen’s aunt, Siv Eng whose life was turned upside down by the violent take-over of the Khmer Rouge army, in Cambodia, in the 1970s. Siv Eng was studying pharmacology when she, her brother, sister-in-law, and aunt were rounded up and marched […]
August Book Review Wrap Up
Posted on September 2, 2020 2 Comments
So many books, so little time! I am an avid reader and love to share recommendations with fellow readers. My choice in books tend to vary by my mood but some of my favorites are mystery, suspense, thriller, and humor. Get my reviews direct to your inbox every Wednesday and check back here for monthly […]
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