World Literature

Debut novels are often overlooked by avid readers because of the wealth of works by well-known authors. This one should not be.

“Black's work is leaping ahead in power and energy, and Night Flight to Paris is one of the notable thrillers of the season.”

“Abbas has drawn a rich and believable cast of characters, and we feel sympathy and involvement with them all.”

“This book is impressive as a picture of life in North Korea, but it goes beyond that, elevating the story into one that gets to the heart of what is so corrosive about propaganda, what is

“Its message of love’s power—the passion that ignites every day no matter our circumstances—to outlast war is captivating.”

“tightly crafted women’s fiction, with a sensitive look at love, conscience, and loyalty.”

“a journey into the heart and longing of a spirited woman discovering her identity outside societal expectations, her search for personal freedom, her courageousness, and her empathy.”

“Dust Off the Bones is a powerful historical thriller, vividly picturing the era as it focuses on a period of local history . . .”

There are summer beach reads and then there are summer European beach reads.

“a tale of love—platonic, familial, romantic—and of forgiveness and growth, along with acceptance of what life doles out.”

“Ultimately, Perpetual West is an engaging tapestry of ideas.”

“A delightful children’s book . . . The Three Princes of Serendip is easy to share, lovely to contemplate, and a perfect addition to the story time shelf.”