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- 28 May 2013
'The Son' by Philipp Meyer
The Son is an epic story of power and dynasty in Texas over 150 years—and it's a modern classic.
- 4 June 2013
'Trans-Atlantic' by Colum McCann
This latest novel goes from 1849 to 1918 to 1998 and explores the relationship between America and Ireland, slavery and freedom and war and peace.
'Big Brother' by Lionel Shriver
Inspired in part by Shriver's own relationship with her brother, who died of complications from diabetes and obesity in 2010, this is an unflinching look at the toll of obesity on family relationships.
'Sparta' by Roxana Robinson
Robinson takes on the issue of soldiers returning to the home front. Conrad enlisted after college, served his time without major incident, and comes home to his girlfriend and family. But he is unable to ease back into everyday life—and his bitterness turns into anger that might have serious consequences.
- 11 June 2013
'The Engagements' by J. Courtney Sullivan
In her third novel, Sullivan looks at the idea of marriage and how it has changed—or not—over the decades, tying her story in to the 1940s De Beers ad campaign that made the diamond engagement ring a touchstone of American culture.
- 18 June 2013
'The Ocean at the End of the Lane' by Neil Gaiman
This new modern fable—which, at 192 pages, is more of a novella—tells the story of a man who returns to his native English village and suddenly realizes the cost of the horrible evil he fought as a child, with the help of Lettie Hempstock and her extraordinary mother and grandmother.
- 25 June 2013
'The Impossible Lives of Greta Wells' by Andrew Sean Greer
Greta Wells experiences three alternate lives during a therapy session, all with different secrets and losses, pain and happiness. Which one will she ultimately choose?
'Sisterland' by Curtis Sittenfeld
Sittenfeld returns with the story of twin sisters: Vi, a professed psychic, and Kate, a wife and mother in denial of her talents. When Vi predicts a devastating earthquake is around the corner, Kate must decide whether to support her sister and out herself for the potential good of the community, or continue to ignore her own instincts.
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Category Archives: contests
Monday contest: Downton fever!
It’s no secret that I love “Downton Abbey”—from the Dowager Countess’s zingers, to the servants’ downstairs drama, to the gorgeous set and costumes. So I would be thrilled to be on the receiving end of this week’s contest, in which we’ll … Continue reading
Monday Contest: The Wheel of Time’s grand finale
The day that fans have been eagerly anticipating for more than 20 years arrives tomorrow with with the publication of A Memory of Light—the final entry in Robert Jordan’s Wheel of Time series! How will the Last Battle play out? … Continue reading
Monday Contest: Classics for your collection
Look at how gorgeous these paperbacks are from Sterling’s Classic Lines series. They’re designed by Sara Singh, a fashion illustrator whose art has appeared in Vogue and The New York Times. In an interview with the New York Times, Singh … Continue reading
Monday Contest: Home sweet home
We all have guilty pleasures. Some people like to play video games. Or watch Lifetime Original Movies. Or go on trashy reality TV-watching marathons. Me? I like to read DIY home decorating blogs and troll flea markets and estate sales—and … Continue reading
Monday Contest: Win 10 thrillers!
It’s been two months since our last thriller giveaway, so I’d say it’s time for another whirl! This week, enter to win 10 suspenseful novels, in a variety of genres: detective fiction, historical mysteries, action-packed international thrillers. We know that … Continue reading
Monday contest: Top 10 of 2012
Listen up, all you non-contest types, the ones who KNOW you won’t win and never enter anything: Today’s giveaway is so exciting that even some BookPage staffers are dying to have a shot at it (no, that’s not allowed under … Continue reading
Monday contest: Deck the shelves
On Friday we let you know about a few notable holiday fiction releases. Today, you have a chance to win two of them, plus two other heartwarming Christmas reads. TO ENTER: Let’s keep it simple: Tell us … Continue reading
Monday contest: Two marvelous memoirs
I have a hunch that in the coming weeks, you may find yourself dealing with families and . . . hotels. Am I right? The authors of these two new memoirs can relate. You will not be able to put … Continue reading
Monday contest: Audiobooks for holiday travel
Thanksgiving is next week, and for many Americans that means travel. Whether you’re in the car or on a plane or train (or sitting around the airport) audiobooks can be a lifesaver on any trip. Which is why this week, … Continue reading
Monday contest: Fashion!
This week we have a treat for all you fashionistas (and all of you who need to buy gifts for fashion-lovers this season). Enter to win three gorgeous books from our November cover story: As BookPage contributor Jillian Quinn writes … Continue reading
Monday contest: The Giver Quartet
It has been nearly 20 years since the publication of Lois Lowry’s Newbery-winning novel The Giver. It remains one of the most beloved children’s books of all time—for kids and adults alike—which makes the publication of Son, Lowry’s final book … Continue reading
