Exit Party by Emily St. John Mandel

 I was initially confused until I realized that the story features look-alike characters with different names across alternate worlds. Once I figured this out, I couldn't put the book down.

It's 2031, and the United States has collapsed. Areas are now republics run by militias. In Los Angeles, when the curfew is finally lifted, Kareem Fayed throws a party to celebrate. Gloria, accompanied by her roommate Ari, decides to attend only to have the host disappear, and doppelgangers of Gloria and another friend show up. 

In a parallel universe, the United States is a surveillance state run by the Service. Citizens are encouraged to report individuals who criticize the State or otherwise act in an unharmonious manner. When a physics experiment goes awry, it sets off a chain of events that affect both worlds.

I am amazed at how deftly St. John Mandel builds both worlds and how each character is identifiable in each situation. It's a story about human resilience in the face of the unimaginable. As with all of her books, Exit Party is an elegantly written novel with memorable characters and settings. I have read most of her books, and this one ranks up there with my favorite, Station Eleven. 

4.5/5 stars. 

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Infinite Wisdom by Thomas R. Weaver

Infinite Wisdom is Weaver's second book in his Wisdom series, following Artificial Wisdom, a science fiction techno-thriller, which set the stage for this compelling novel. Set in the near future, the series depicts a world on the brink of collapse following a catastrophic climate crisis. Both books offer an engaging look at a future society influenced by AI. If you haven't read Artificial Wisdom yet, I recommend skipping this review; it contains spoilers relating to that book.

It is now five years after the high-stakes election pitting Solomon, an advanced artificial intellect, against a former US president. With the world on the brink of collapse, nations and their systems of government dissolve, and governance falls to a single individual. People now have neurochips that enable the world leader to connect with everyone. Mandated to terraform Earth and restore the climate, Solomon faces civil unrest and resistance. Losing his patience, Solomon calls for a referendum: all individuals must vote either to Upgrade and irrevocably merge their human consciousness with Solomon to delete their destructive ways, or to Unplug, bricking every digital chip on Earth (including Solomon), forcing civilization to restart from a pre-digital era.

The story shifts locations and follows Marcus Tully and his friends, who are the individuals closest to Solomon, as they waver about which direction society should take. There are moral dilemmas and personal conflicts to contend with, as well as the challenge of trying to save society. 

Despite the scope and complexity of its universe, the story never bogs down. Exceptional world-building makes for an immersive environment that feels both vast and meticulously thought out. I'm not sure if there will be another book in the series, if not, this is an excellent conclusion. 

4.5/5 stars.

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Regime Change: Inside the Imperial Presidency of Donald Trump by Maggie Haberman and Jonathan Swan

 

Whether you love, dislike, or are somewhere in between in your feelings about President Donald Trump, if you follow current events, you should read this book. It is a fascinating and insightful look into the White House and the people who surround President Trump, making it essential for understanding recent political developments. 

The authors, although biased at times, give an unflinching account of how decisions were made on situations ranging from the imposition of tariffs to the decision to engage in war in Iran. Their behind-the-scenes insights can make you feel more connected to the inner workings of power, heightening curiosity about political decision-making. 

The book does a good job of explaining the roles of the powerful figures surrounding Trump and how they rose to prominence during his second administration.  It helps one grasp how Trump’s current actions may have lasting effects on the presidency, making one feel more aware of ongoing political shifts. 

Driven by his need to stamp his name and beliefs on everything ranging from the role of the president to his place in history, this mercurial man has surrounded himself with flatterers and packed committees with loyalists to achieve his goals. He has weaponized the Department of Justice to prosecute his perceived enemies, and is trying to erase the balance of power that exists to rein in the presidency. This is a turning point for the American government and a wake-up call for all Americans.

I found this book hard to put down. I was surprised by how the authors were able to obtain detailed information about meetings and behind-the-scenes decisions. Anyone who wants to be well informed about current events and global politics should read this book.  

5/5 stars.

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Everything Happens So Much by Andrew H. Murray

 Everything Happens So Much has been compared to Douglas Adams' The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy, but while both are absurdist science-fiction romps, Murray's execution falls short. His over-the-top quirkiness becomes tiring halfway through, and I found the main character unsympathetic. 

Esme Good is so bored with her life that she is addicted to The Elsewheres, a potion that transports users to a 15-minute alternate reality to spice things up. After a meeting with her boss doesn't go as intended and she faces an even more dismal future, she takes a dose of The Elsewheres and finds herself in a universe where she is suddenly a very important person. This forces her to step outside her submissive self and become someone beyond her comfort zone to set things right in her universe. 

I had a problem relating to Esme, especially her lack of ambition. Even when she tries to change and things go awry, she remains unsympathetic. I liked the premise, but the forced humor didn't sit well. The book explores loneliness and self-reliance well. Esme grows as a character and rises to her challenges, proving she doesn't need to escape into alternate realities to find happiness. 

2.5/5 stars.

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The Body in the Bath by Ragnar Jonasson

 

This is the third book featuring Icelandic detective Helgi Reykdal, known for his relatable struggles and dedication. Death at the Sanatorium  and The Mysterious Case of the Missing Crime Writer , are the first and second books in the series, respectively. This time, Helgi is fighting for his freedom after being accused of a crime he didn't commit.

One month after the death of Anita, the love of his life, Helgi, feeling lost and burdened by grief, returns to work. Haunted by the belief that his former girlfriend, Bergpora, purposefully ran down Anita, Helgi tries to distract himself by digging into the disappearance of Hulda, a former detective who vanished and is presumed dead. But when Bergpora is found dead, and Helgi is suspected of killing her, his focus shifts from the cold case to saving himself from prison.

I enjoy this series, despite Jonasson's penchant for ending his books on a cliffhanger. All three of his books in this series feature compelling plots, and Helgi's personal struggles add depth. The well-translated Icelandic narratives beautifully showcase Iceland and its people. If you love Nordic noir crime thrillers, I highly recommend this series. 

4.5/5 stars.

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The Witches of Cambridge by Alice Hoffman

I enjoy Alice Hoffman's stories, especially those involving witches and magic (see Practical Magic). Her books are not in the fantasy genre but rather in the magical realism vein. That's a big difference for me.

Set at Radcliffe College in the 1950s, it follows two women: Ava, a young woman whose abilities as a witch were kept from her, and Lauren, from a prominent Cambridge family who uses her magic whenever possible. Both are selected to join the Lilith Society, a college secret society for witches only. Here they learn the history of witches in Massachusetts, especially the Salem witch trials. It is here that Ava discovers letters written in the 1600s that help her understand witchcraft and the burden that goes with it. As Lauren and Ava bond, they rely on each other to navigate the politically charged era of McCarthyism, misogyny, and the limited freedom women were allowed. 

This book opened my eyes to just how recent women were allowed societal freedom. Even now, as our right to govern our own bodies is being withdrawn, we still have rights we (I) take for granted. The Witches of Cambridge is an entertaining and enlightening book. It is beautifully written and weaves the past and present into a riveting read. I loved how Ava and Lauren grew as women and how they drew on each other's strengths. I believe this may be the beginning of a new series. If so, I can't wait for the next book.

 4/5 stars.

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The Heights by Ian Rankin

I've been an Ian Rankin fan since discovering his John Rebus series many years ago. Along the way, he has written several standalone books, all equally satisfying. This book, however, didn't grab me. Between too many unlikable characters and slow pacing, I had a hard time getting into it.

The Heights is a luxurious apartment complex in the heart of London. It caters to the ultra-wealthy, offering amenities to satisfy their every need. Its tenants, a mixed bag, range from a pop star to a gangster's wife, but when the night concierge is killed after a party hosted by the gangster's wife, the tenants are subject to a police investigation, led by DS Gillian Gish. Their valued privacy is invaded, and their lives are upended as Gish and her team begin to pry into each tenant's movements. As the investigation deepens and secrets are revealed, Gish finds multiple suspects among the tenants. 

It was hard for me to keep track of the many characters; none of them was likable, and most had motives to kill the concierge. It took a while for the pace to pick up, and by then I was having trouble caring who the killer was. I'm a mood reader, and perhaps I was yearning for a different read, because this book didn't hold my attention. There were enough red herrings that I was surprised when the killer was revealed. Overall, this is a good crime novel, but not what I was expecting. 

3/5 stars.

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Where There's Smoke by Rachel Louise Adams

This is the second book in the Coldren County series, No Rest for the Wicked  being the first. This book didn't grab me from the first chapter the way the previous book did, but it is a good addition to the series. This book contains a warranted trigger warning. Set in a slaughterhouse, it is rather gruesome in parts.

Newly divorced, Dolores Hawthorne returns to a different town in Coldren County, Wisconsin, taking a job as a medical examiner and changing her last name to Diaz—a new start at putting the events of the previous Halloween in the past. When the body of a prominent businessman and philanthropist, Benedict Marcy, is found in his family-owned slaughterhouse, Dolores and the FBI begin investigating. They quickly find that Marcy and his family have some dark secrets that someone is willing to kill to keep buried. 

Many storylines from the previous book are carried over; for this reason, I recommend reading the books in order. The author fleshes out the characters and provides background on Coldren County, which causes parts of the story to drag. It is told from the points of view of Dolores and the newly minted FBI agent Kate Butcher, offering interesting insights into the investigation. What I didn't care for was one of the storylines from the first book that was neither germane nor resolved. There is also a hinted-at love interest involving a character I don't care for. I will give the series another go to see if the author resolves some of the issues. 

3.5/5 stars. 

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The French Illusion by John Grisham

Grisham deviates from the legal thriller genre and delves into international espionage to highlight actions the United States has taken in the fight against terrorism. The French Illusion lays bare some not-so-palatable methods employed by countries, including the United States, in the name of counterterrorism. At times, a disturbing read, it is both informative and frightening.

Paul and Chelsea Tanner are on their honeymoon in Paris when they are abducted and held for ransom. Their parents, who pay the ransom, are told not to contact the police or FBI, but when the kidnappers renege on their promises, all bets are off. The FBI, CIA, and French intelligence get involved. The agencies discover that this is not the first American honeymoon couple to be abducted in Paris; indeed, it has happened two previous times, with similar results. Seeking to find a common bond in the kidnappings, they find that the three men are former military personnel who were deployed when the US was seeking Al-Qaeda terrorists. The CIA decides to send a couple undercover to try and get some leads on the location of the abductees. Carefully chosen, the pair are CIA operative Rae Claire Russo and former JAG lawyer Stuart Nash, who hope to convince the kidnappers that they are the real deal.

This is a suspenseful novel that highlights the moral dilemma faced by countries dealing with terrorism: how to identify the terrorists and what methods are allowed during interrogation. How far is too far?  Grisham does a good job of describing the ordeal of the kidnap victims and the motive of the kidnapper, such that I was left pondering whose actions were more justified. There is an e-short, The Law Student, that is a prequel to this book. 

4/5 stars. 

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The Dying Light by Ann Cleeves

Ann Cleeves is the master of the police procedural. Her two other detective series are Vera Stanhope and Shetland, both of which are atmospheric and feature interesting characters and settings. With this, her fourth book in the Two Rivers series featuring the uptight Detective Matthew Venn, Cleeves again creates a suspenseful novel with an intriguing plot.

Lottie and Hannah are celebrating the end of their school exams at Hannah's family holiday home in Devon. Lottie, whose snarky social media posts about a local music festival riles the locals, is found dead, and few mourn her. When another body is found, Detective Matthew Venn is called in. Pressure mounts to find the killer when Hannah's father, a powerful political figure, brings attention to the case. Thinking that the reason for the deaths is buried in the past, Venn and his detectives face obstacles at every turn from both the local community and Lottie and Hannah's families. Some secrets are meant to be kept secret.

The character Matthew Venn is a polar opposite of Cleeves' other detectives. He is quiet and still battles demons from his childhood. It took me a while to warm up to him, but with each successive novel, Cleeves reveals another layer, making Venn more relatable. In this book, Venn also addresses personal issues involving his husband that leave him vulnerable. The book is wonderfully written, with a complex storyline that draws the reader in. The characters are nuanced and the plot well crafted. 

4.5/5 stars.

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The Hanging Girl by Jussi Adler-Olsen

In this sixth book in the Department Q series, Carl Mork and his team tackle their most perplexing case to date. 

When a detective working on a cold case contacts Carl about taking it over, Carl ignores his plea, only to find that he later committed suicide and left a challenge for the Department Q team: solve the murder of a seventeen-year-old girl. 

The case takes them to a small Danish island in pursuit of a cult leader whose current name is eluding them. Working on old information, the team begins sifting through the past, only to find there may be newer killings connected to the man. Putting their own lives in danger, the team races to discover the identity of the killer.

This is a good psychological thriller that combines dark humor and a seemingly unsolvable murder. In separate timelines, it follows the presumed killer as the deaths mount, and Carl, Rose, and Assad as they try to untangle the web of lies and deceptions from the past and present. At times, I wanted to shake Carl and company up and tell them to look in a different direction for the killer. The relationship between Carl and Assad deepens as they get closer to the killer and put themselves at risk. Overall, this is a good addition to the series. 

4/5 stars. 

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Die Famous by Michael Koryta

 

Stephen King thinks Die Famous is the best gangster novel he has ever read. I agree; it's the best one I've read as well, and that's saying a lot. This book is both a family drama and a suspenseful, engrossing crime novel. 

It's the late 1930s, and Edward "Nickel" Terhune, a member of the notorious Brady Gang, is being hunted by both the FBI and his former lover, Savannah Cody. Savannah wants to kill him, and Hoover wants to send him to the electric chair; neither is what Eddie prefers. 

Savannah, her father, Wendell, a former railroad detective, and Alford, Eddie and Savannah's love child, are determined to find Eddie before the FBI does. Following clues left in his cell before the Brady Gang broke him out of a county jail and disappeared, Savannah and company embark on a multi-state journey that ends in a remote area of Maine where they suspect Eddie is holed up. Eddie, torn between his loyalty to the Brady Gang and his dream to lead a quiet life with his family, must choose his destiny.

This is an emotionally charged novel that is a study of a man trying to outrun his past. Told in parts by Savannah, Nickel, and Alford, the story draws the reader in and carries them along on the ride. Despite his gang association, I rooted for Nickel to elude Hoover and be the Eddie his family was determined to save. Poignant and atmospheric, this is a wonderful character study with a moral dilemma that is tough to solve. 

5/5 stars.

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The Puppet Show by M. W. Craven

I've discovered a new police procedural series to follow. In this first book featuring Detective Washington Poe, M. W. Craven does an excellent job of laying the groundwork for future books; I'm hooked.

Detective Washington Poe has been suspended following less-than-professional actions that resulted in a death. But when three men are ritually burned alive in England's Lake District, and Poe's name is carved into the latest victim, indicating Poe may be the next victim, he is reinstated to work on the case. 

Paired with civilian analyst Tilly Bradshaw, a genius who lacks social skills, Poe and Bradshaw begin tracking down a killer who leaves no forensic evidence. Their only lead is the killer's connection to Poe's past and the secrets it holds. With the body count rising and the pressure to find the killer mounting, Poe and Bradshaw must walk a political tightrope to find the killer.

This is a dark but compelling read. Craven has created two characters who complement each other and make the read more interesting. He does a good job of fleshing out Poe and Bradshaw and their strengths and weaknesses. This is a pair that will be fun to follow. 

4.5/5 stars.

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The Things We Never Say by Elizabeth Strout

 

I am a fan of Elizabeth Strout. Not only does she create memorable characters, but her knowledge of human behavior with its many quirks always makes for a beautifully crafted story. This book is no exception.

Artie Dam is an outwardly stable high school history teacher, but the inner turmoil he is experiencing, specifically whether he wants to go on living, makes for a highly conflicted person. Hiding his inner feelings from his wife and adult son, Artie is caught up in the 2024 presidential election, which compounds his feeling of doom. Serendipitously, he is almost drowned in a boating accident that makes him appreciate life and those around him with renewed vigor. As for the presidential election, he still has his misgivings.

This is an empathetic look at how isolated a person can become even surrounded by family and friends. In Artie, a seemingly normal person, Strout has created a tool for self-examination and takes a magnifying glass to society as a whole. What the reader finds can be both uncomfortable and illuminating. The politics are left-leaning, but do not dominate the storyline; instead, it looks at where we were as a country and the power of the presidency. An entertaining and highly satisfying book. 

5/5 stars.

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Wild Dark Shore by Charlotte McConaghy

 

Two friends, whose literary taste I trust, recommended this author. What a find! I loved this book so much that I have placed holds on two more of hers at my library. 

Dominic Salt and his three children are the remaining caretakers on tiny Shearwater Island near Antarctica. It is home to a lighthouse, a large seal population, and one of the world's largest seed banks. Unfortunately, rising tides and severe storms are eroding the island, and it is up to the Salt family to save what seeds they can in anticipation of their own evacuation. 

After an especially severe storm, they find a woman, barely clinging to life, washed ashore. The woman, Rowan, is less than forthcoming about her reason for coming to the island, and Dominic and his children, wary of her, have their own secrets to keep. Trust is slow to come, and when Rowan begins exploring the former research station and questioning what happened to the researchers and who sabotaged the radios, the tension rises. Faced with a pending evacuation, Rowan and the Salt family set aside their misgivings and band together to salvage what they can from the seed bank before time and the elements destroy what remains.

This is a beautifully written novel that is about love, self-preservation, and tough choices. In the bleak island landscape, McConaghy creates a world that is both dangerous and starkly beautiful. The dilemmas facing Rowan and the Salt family members are juxtaposed with the island's impending destruction and the need to save themselves and the seeds. All lead to a tense and suspenseful story. 

5/5 stars.

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Agrippa by Robert Harris

 

I have read Robert Harris's books Conclave and Pompeii and found both to be riveting. In the novel Agrippa, Harris again writes about a period in ancient Italy that is both illuminating and gripping. Focusing on a shadowy figure who was instrumental in turning Rome into a dictatorship, Harris brings the period and the people to life.

Agrippa, a young commoner, stands up to the bullies picking on Octavius, a grandnephew of Julius Caesar.  His actions catch the eye of both Octavius and Caesar, and he is eventually lifted out of his humble beginnings to become a major player on the world stage. Together, Octavius and Agrippa are a formidable pair whose successes are intertwined. It is hard to imagine the success of one without the other. 

The novel follows the pair from their boyhood encounter to a parting of the ways that only death can cause. The pair play off of each other's strengths to alter the course of history. This historical novel is full of political intrigue, highlighting the course of history through the battles won and the expansion of the Roman Empire. It is fast-paced and reads like a beautifully written historical thriller. 

5/5 stars.

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Paper Ghosts by Sarah Addison Allen

 

Paper Ghosts has just the right combination of magical realism and plausibility to draw the reader in and prompt them to ponder what reality is for the Wester women. Do they see ghosts, or do they have overly active imaginations?

It's 1976, and young Willamena Wester, a popular high school senior, has her future set. While her friends are considering marriage or college, Wills is determined to stay at her ancestral home with her grandmother and carry on the family tradition of being a know-all in a small North Carolina town. Some townspeople call the Wester women witches; others say they use information to their advantage. Either way, the women of Wester House are both revered and feared. All is going according to plan until Wills meets a charismatic musician who charms her and makes her see another possible future. Fate has a heavy hand on the Wester women, however, and Wills' future is unexpectedly sealed.

Fast forward to the present: Bailey Wester is returning to Wester House and to her grandmother, Willamena, under less than ideal circumstances. Bailey's troubled past is again coming to the forefront and threatening to overshadow Bailey and those around her. Trying to make peace with her grandmother while rectifying past wrongs consumes her.

I found the premise interesting and the characters intriguing. Wills and Bailey are at odds because of their similar natures, which makes the reader wish they would overcome their differences and be honest with each other. Wills withholds family secrets from Bailey that would help Bailey understand herself and erase some of the guilt she feels about her past. Theirs is a complicated relationship full of heartbreak and miscues. The writing is excellent and the story compelling.

4.5/5 stars.

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The Intrigue by Silvia Moreno-Garcia

 

Silvia Moreno-Garcia can be counted on to write a moody, noir book that is both rich in characters and has an attention-grabbing plot. Her books Mexican Gothic and The Bewitching are two of my favorites. The Intrigue, while not containing that magical realism touch, looks into the heart of a grifter and makes one root for him to get his big payoff.

Ulises, an aging con artist, needs to make a quick exit from 1940s Mexico City. Usually preying on lonely women through letters, he decides to take the next step and meet Perla, his intended target. Moving into the boardinghouse she runs in Veracruz, Ulises goes to work charming her. Perla isn't a pushover, however, and her niece, Ines, sees through Ulises' scheme and demands to be let in on the scam. As things get more complicated, Ulises begins to question his decisions and wonders if involving himself in Perla's life was a good idea. Seeing no way out, Ulises is caught between Perla and Ines, with few options.

This is a beautifully written and imaginative story. The three main characters are, at times, both sympathetic and conniving. They are well matched in terms of what they want and their determination to get it. Their deceptions--to themselves and to others--make for a good tale. 

4/5 stars.

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Not a Word by Linwood Barclay

 I've just added Linwood Barclay to my list of must-read authors. Not a Word is a family drama at its best, with interesting characters put into unusual situations. 

When Reece discovers what looks like a murder-suicide at the family home, with his father as the perpetrator, his world comes apart. He knew his parents' marriage was rocky, but this seems a bit extreme. Trying to shield his son from the horror, Reece begins to question the circumstances of the crime. And he's not the only one; the police have their doubts as well. With both digging into the family's past, secrets are uncovered, and relationships are strained in pursuit of the truth.

This is an excellent psychological thriller. I expected plot twists, but unlike some thrillers, these twists are believable. Told from multiple points of view and different timelines, this well-plotted story unfolds at a breakneck pace. Its plot is compelling and, while I wasn't sympathetic to all of the characters, I felt they were genuine. 

4/5 stars.

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Crooks by Lou Berney

 I love the characters Lou Berney creates. They are always conflicted and put in challenging situations. The book Crooks is no different. This is a story about a crime family that spans four decades and very different life choices. 

Buddy and Lilian Mercurios are minor mob members who flee Las Vegas with their five children and hide out in Oklahoma City. Even when their disco club becomes a profitable business, Buddy and Lilian can't leave behind the con-artist ways that put them at odds with each other and their children.

Flash forward in time. The Mercurios children are adults and trying to make their own way. Some try to shed their crime family ways, while others embrace it. Each takes a different path, but is bound by blood and a shared past that shaped them. 

This is a generational story with richly drawn characters and focuses on how the five children cope with their past. All are influenced by their parents, even as they try to become individuals who strive for their own place in the world. It is interesting to see how each child turns out and in which direction they go. This is a family not soon forgotten. Beautifully written and fast-paced, the Mercurios family is memorable, and the book is hard to put down. 

5/5 stars.

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