The Last Kabbalist of Lisbon by Richard Zimler
Historical mystery against backdrop of 15th century pogroms.
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Night Falls in the City by Sarah Gainham
A coldly compelling tale of Vienna
The Blue Castle by L. M Montgomery
A quietly radical, funny story about choosing to live.
Bring the House Down by Charlotte Runcie
A sharp, crowded novel about criticism, power, and who gets judged
Exit, Persued by a Bear by E.K Johnston
A thoughtful, survivor-centred story about reclaiming control.
The Essex Serpent by Sara Parry
Gothic contrasts in Essex.
Family, Family by Lauren Frankel
A story about the families we chose to make
Field Service by Robert Edric
A review that reflects on some of the first world war stories not told
The Dept. of Speculation by Jenny Offill
A darkly cynical tale of married life
An Unnecessary Woman by Rabih Alameddine
Lonliness against the backdrop of a Beruit, at war and at peace