| Everything Inside: Stories by Edwidge DanticatWhat it is: A collection of eight short stories set among the Haitian diaspora in New York, Miami, and Haiti itself.
What it's about: Death, loss, determination, and human relationships. Don't miss the story of survivors in "The Gift," or the complex interpersonal dynamics in "Dosas."
Reviewers say: "An extraordinary career milestone: Spare, evocative, and moving" (Kirkus Reviews). |
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| Quichotte by Salman RushdieWhat it is: An homage to Cervantes' classic Don Quixote. Set in the modern day, a middling Indian crime writer invents a delusional traveling salesman who crosses the U.S. in search of the love of a TV talk show host, accompanied by a son who doesn't exist.
Why you might like it: It's a sharply humorous indictment of modern American culture.
Reviewers say: "Brilliant" (Publishers Weekly); "Dazzling and provocative" (Booklist) |
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| Carnegie Hill by Jonathan VatnerWhat happens: Thirty-two-year old Pepper Bradford is at loose ends, until joining the board of her Upper East Side co-op involves her in her neighbors' lives and gives her purpose.
Why you might like it: This witty comedy of manners offers a large cast of engaging characters, many of whom are struggling with marital dissatisfaction -- whether newly married or together 50 years.
Want a taste? "Unsure of the proper attire for a co-op board meeting, Pepper decided to err on the side of stuffiness." |
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| A Door in the Earth by Amy WaldmanFeaturing: Afghan American college student Parveen Shamsa, inspired by a doctor's memoir of his time in Afghanistan. Traveling to a remote village there, she finds that nothing is as he described it.
What happens: Told through multiple perspectives, this thought-provoking novel explores American goals in the region and the often-misguided actions undertaken there.
For fans of: Meditative reflections on war. |
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Full Throttle: Stories by Joe HillWhat it is: A collection of short supernatural suspense stories, circling around timeless human struggles.
Starring: A librarian who delivers books to the dead, a fairy door that leads to another darker realm, and a trucker facing down a motorcycle gang are just some of the fantastic characters in these stories.
Read it for: Fans of Stephen King will love this collection of suspense thrillers written by King's son!
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Imaginary Friend by Stephen ChboskyStarring: Kate, a single mom on the run from her abusive husband and Christopher, her seven year old son. What happens: After finding an idyllic town to settle down in, Christopher disappears for six days. When he returns, there's a voice in his head only he can hear... Why you might like it: This is the first book Chbosky has written since his classic "The Perks of Being a Wallflower," and is the perfect horror thriller to last you til Halloween.
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| Rich People Problems by Kevin KwanWhat happens: In this 3rd in a trilogy about uber-wealthy Asian families (after Crazy Rich Asians and China Rich Girlfriend), matriarch Shang Su Yi is dying, prompting lots of political maneuverings to win her estate.
Why you might like it: Family drama is especially enjoyable when it involves dis-inheritances, public scandals, palaces, and extremely expensive fashion, travel, and real estate.
Our advice: Start at the beginning of the series to prolong this delectable read. |
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| The Best Kind of People by Zoe WhittallWhat happens: A celebrated and much-loved teacher has been accused of attempted rape by several students; over the following months, his family is destroyed by external threats -- and internal doubts.
What reviewers say: "A humane, clear-eyed attempt to explore the ripple effects of sexual crime" (Kirkus Reviews).
Book buzz: Written by Lambda Literary Award-winner Zoe Whittall, The Best Kind of People was shortlisted for Canada's Giller Prize and is reportedly being adapted for film. |
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