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Posted on January 9, 2024 by Ben Long Leave a comment

Coming of age that crosses past, present, and future. A review of the novel The Other Valley by Scott Alexander Howard.

Posted on June 2, 2021 by Ben Long Leave a comment

Beautiful, profound YA novel written in verse. A review of the book Other Words for Home by Jasmine Warga.

Posted on June 1, 2021 by Ben Long Leave a comment

Beautifully told and achingly sad. A review of the book The Death of Vivek Oji by Akwaeke Emezi.

Posted on May 28, 2021 by Ben Long 2 comments

For fans of complex characters, coming of age, and quiet horror! A review of the book Gulf by Shelly Campbell.

Posted on May 13, 2021 by Ben Long Leave a comment

Semi-historical tale of misplaced rage, young love, and fierce vengeance. A review of the book The Devil’s Mistress by David Barclay.

Posted on April 28, 2021 by Ben Long Leave a comment

Disturbing old people in a community cult. A review of the novella Nana by Mark Towse.

Posted on March 10, 2021 by Ben Long Leave a comment

Revenge tale forged with a furious fire. A review of the book Girl on Fire by Gemma Amor.

Posted on February 28, 2021 by Ben Long Leave a comment

For fans of ghost stories, coming of age, and queer representation. A review of the book Vintage by Steve Berman.

Posted on October 7, 2020 by Ben Long One comment

Dark, twisted, hilarious, and so much fun! A review of the book Night of the Mannequins by Stephen Graham Jones.