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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.
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'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?
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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 novels
The sea, the sea
If you’ve ever found yourself thinking, gee, I wish there were more novels about seafaring adventurers—well, this is your summer. Five—yes, five—upcoming books explore the ocean’s destructive and seductive powers, spanning centuries and featuring a very diverse cast of characters. … Continue reading
Monday contest: Books for Mom!
No need to panic, Mother’s Day is still a couple of weeks away. But if you are wondering what to get the woman who has everything, here’s your chance to win a box of books for and about moms. From … Continue reading
Monday contest: Dazzling spring debuts
We always get so excited about debut novels from fresh voices! This week, one lucky reader will win four debut novels from both our March and April issues. The April issue is online here. (Psst . . . you can … Continue reading
What we’re reading Wednesday: ‘The Song of Achilles’
The Song of Achilles by Madeline Miller Ecco • $14.99 • ISBN 9780062060624 Published March 2012 • Winner of the 2012 Orange Prize for Fiction Confession: Homer doesn’t do it for me. Greek mythology was fun, but The Odyssey was the one … Continue reading
Best Books of 2012: #5, ‘The Lifeboat’
As part of our Best Books of 2012 coverage, our editors weigh in on some of their personal favorites from the list. Part 12 Angry Men, part Lord of the Flies, Charlotte Rogan’s unforgettable debut is a haunting tale of survival. It’s … Continue reading
These books have buzz
Does putting the word “bees” in your book’s title guarantee buzz? It seems to be working with these two 2013 debut novels, both of which have made it onto our radar here at BookPage. The Death of Bees by Lisa O’Donnell … Continue reading
Monday contest: Debut fiction
As any book lover knows, discovering a talented author with their first work of fiction is a special feeling. Think Alice Sebold and The Lovely Bones, Zadie Smith and White Teeth or Kathryn Stockett and The Help. In our August … Continue reading
The most promising new writers of the season
This month’s cover story highlights 11 exciting new debut novels: —Pigeon English by Stephen Kelman —Farishta by Patricia McArdle —The Very Thought of You by Rosie Alison —The Echo Chamber by Luke Williams —Before I Go to Sleep by S.J. … Continue reading
What we’re reading Wednesday: ‘Warm Bodies’
Warm Bodies by Isaac Marion Atria • $24 • ISBN 9781439192313 on sale May 17, 2011 Isaac Marion has the type of publishing story that fuels the dreams of other young writers. Just 28 years old, Marion worked an assortment … Continue reading
Not-so-grave Grim Reaper
When we posted an excerpt from Darynda Jones’ debut, First Grave on the Right, back in November, readers agreed this humorous story, with its unusual premise, passed the “I’d pick it up” test. The wait is over—First Grave on the … Continue reading
What we’re reading Wednesday: ‘Mary & O’Neil’ by Justin Cronin
Mary & O’Neil by Justin Cronin Dial • $21.95 • ISBN 9780385333580 Originally published in 2001 This interconnected collection of short stories was Justin Cronin’s first book, and while it is a far cry from the action-packed world he created … Continue reading
More spring reading: ‘The Free World’
My spring reading list keeps getting longer and longer . . . and I like it that way! One of the best short story collections of the decade, David Bezmozgis‘ Natasha “packs a devastating wallop as it describes what it … Continue reading
Two talked-about February debuts
The beginning of the year is the perfect time for publishers to introduce new faces, and two February debuts are already building up some buzz. Weird Sisters by Eleanor Brown (Feb. 17, 2011; Amy Einhorn Books): Three sisters named for … Continue reading
Mrs. President
Since political memoirs have been a dime a dozen in recent weeks*, I was intrigued by a different kind of book deal from (could-have-been political memoirist) Nicolle Wallace, former White House Communications Director under George W. Bush and advisor to … Continue reading
