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Child of a Mad God is another formidable example of Salvatore's great fantasy. The story weaves the harrowing plight of Aoleyn, a young woman stuck in a brutal patriarchal mountain tribe, with the story of Talmadge, a solitary frontiersman who lives on his wit and the profit of his trade. This is a harsh and... Continue Reading →
Marcius’s Wild Escape has the elements of a good true-crime book. The author effectively shows us the escape from every participant's point of view: law enforcement, the criminals, the politicians, and the community. The pacing and organization of the book is well thought out. Marcius quickly sets up the the men's escape, and then their... Continue Reading →
Sal is the story of two sisters who run away from a painful and abusive home. The older sister Sal has meticulously prepared for the adventure by learning about survival off the internet and in books. This is where the text really takes off. The character of Sal is a well-written and believable portrait of... Continue Reading →
So many comedian's books/ memoirs are just a repackaging of their stand-up routines. This is not true of Jimmy's. His insights into being an immigrant, living in Chinese-American culture, and finding his way in the entertainment business are current and most importantly funny. I'm sure people will ask, "Why's this guy writing a book? He's... Continue Reading →
Is is always cold and snowing in Scandinavian crime fiction? If it is, that's ok with me because the atmosphere in Sigurdardottir's newly translated Icelandic crime novel The Legacy is perfect for the characters and their intentions. In a political move by the department, newly-promoted detective Hulder is given the lead on a grisly and... Continue Reading →
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