Two reprints of E. Phillips Oppenheim early spy novels are a study in contrasts.
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Book Review: ‘The Spirit and The Skull’ by J. M. Hayes
Hayes has given readers a rousing thriller combined with an ecological sermon.
Read More »Book Review: “Dear Leader” by Jang Jin-Sung
An inside look at North Korea from a favorite poet of Kim Jung-Il and government propagandist.
Read More »Book Review: ‘The Kills’ by Richard House
The Kills is not what you’d call a casual page turner.
Read More »Book Review: ‘Hotter Than a Match Head’ by Steve Boone
In his new memoir, The bassist for the Lovin' Spoonful remembers the glory days and the afterlife of a pop star as a drug smuggler.
Read More »Book Review: ‘The Wizard of Oz FAQ’ by David J. Hogan
The Wizard of Oz FAQ has much valuable info, but is poorly structured with no narrative thread and much more bias than a typical non-fiction book.
Read More »Book Review: ‘The Splintered Paddle’ by Mark Troy
If you like a thriller with a lot going on, Mark Troy’s 'The Splintered Paddle' is right up your alley.
Read More »Book Review: ‘Constructive Wallowing: How to Beat Bad Feelings by Letting Yourself Have Them’ by Tina Gilbertson
Gilbertson takes readers on a journey through their negative emotions
Read More »Book Review: ‘Overlooked/ Underappreciated’ by Greg Prato
'Overlooked/Underappreciated: 354 Recordings That Demand Your Attention' is an opportunity for rock fans to compare their choices with author Greg Prato.
Read More »Book Review: ‘Traveling Left of Center and Other Stories’ by Nancy Christie
A collection of well written short stories that need to be read with caution, lest your day be darkened.
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