Book Reviews by Sarah Turner-Hill
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Weyward by Emilia Hart
Weyward is author Emilia Hart’s debut novel. A historical fiction…
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Our Wives Under the Sea by Julia Armfield
I typically do not drift into the world of horror fiction because,…
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The Henna Artist by Alka Joshi
In 2023 Joplin Public Library began a new adult program, Joplin…
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The Last Tale of the Flower Bride by Roshani Chokshi
What begins as a whirlwind romance quickly turns into a gothic…
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Hester: A Novel by Laurie Lico Albanese
Set in Salem, Massachusetts in the early 1800s, Hester by Laurie…
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Enjoyable Audiobooks
When I was younger I went through a phase where I turned up my…
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I’m Glad My Mom Died by Jennette McCurdy
As a reader I generally gravitate toward novels. From time to…
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All My Rage by Sabaa Tahir
I first stumbled upon author Sabaa Tahir when her fantasy series…
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Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt
Hello, fellow reader. Before going too far I must confess something…
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Sea of Tranquility by Emily St. John Mandel
Emily St. John Mandel is a name that many readers may already…
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Once There Were Wolves by Charlotte McConaghy
Greetings and welcome to my first book review! While I’ve never…