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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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Tag Archives: debut author
Trailer Tuesday: ‘The Andalucian Friend’ by Alexander Soderberg
Alexander Soderberg‘s debut thriller The Andalucian Friend is, as our reviewer describes it, “a tale of cutthroat mob bosses and the extraordinary lengths to which they will go to one-up one another.” When a widowed mother and nurse named Sophie … Continue reading
What we’re reading Wednesday: ‘Ghostman’
Ghostman by Roger Hobbs Knopf • $24.95 • ISBN 9780307959966 On sale February 12, 2013 You know that feeling when you pick up a book, read the first few pages—and realize you’re in for the long haul? (And oh, by … Continue reading
Not your average romance
There are so many authors to choose from in the ever-popular historical romance genre. Who to read next? Here at BookPage we are loving debut romance novelist Nina Rowan and her new book A Study in Seduction. If you are … Continue reading
5 fabulous debut novels
Judging by this week’s Monday Contest, readers are interested in debut novels. (We’ve got 381 entries and counting—keep ‘em coming!) If you like debuts, here are five new features I think you’ll be interested in. (BookPageXTRA subscribers have already seen … Continue reading
What we’re reading Wednesday: ‘In the Shadow of the Banyan’ by Vaddey Ratner
In the Shadow of the Banyan by Vaddey Ratner Simon & Schuster • $25 • ISBN 9781451657708 On sale August 7, 2012 Vaddey Ratner’s debut novel caught my attention when I read this effusive recommendation from author Chris Cleave: “In … Continue reading
Sun-kissed memories inspire a novel
Today’s guest blog post is going to make you want to drop everything and book a ticket to Europe, where you will meander through France, Germany, Austria and end up lounging on the gorgeous Lake Balaton in Hungary. Don’t have … Continue reading
Trailer Tuesday: ‘Bed’ by David Whitehouse
Debut author David Whitehouse‘s Bed (Scribner) carries some serious weight — and not just because it tells the story of the bedridden fattest man in the world. It’s a mix of intense, eccentric characters and the “merry revelry in the … Continue reading
On sale today: A Southern debut with a big heart
The first paragraph of BookPage’s review for The Dry Grass of August immediately caught my attention: When a new novel gets compared to some of the biggest hits of the last 10 years like The Help and The Secret Life … Continue reading
