| 1. | Blatty's 'Dimiter' is possessed with suspense
The author of 'The Exorcist' is out with his first full-length novel in more than 25 years. But don't expect head-spinning demons. |
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| 2. | 'Dog Boy' unleashes a haunting, heartfelt tale
Eva Hornung's story about a feral child adopted by a pack of stray dogs is beautifully written. |
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| 3. | Simonson's 'Major Pettigrew' could be just your cup of tea
Author writes a satisfying love story for those of a certain age. |
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| 4. | Chang-rae Lee's 'Surrendered': Unrelentingly sad yet lovely
The latest novel by Korean-American writer Change-rae Lee details the cost of war across the generations. |
| | USA Today ~ Monday, 15th March, 2010 | Subscribe to USA Today • |
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| 5. | 'Angelology': A heaven-sent supernatural thrill ride
It's humans vs. angels in Danielle Trussoni's stellar debut novel that forever will change how you think about the winged creatures you've always pictured as adorable cherubs. |
| | USA Today ~ Thursday, 11th March, 2010 | Subscribe to USA Today • |
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| 6. | David Hosp's 'Among Thieves' frames a theft masterpiece
The 20th anniversary of the most sensational art theft of all time approaches, and we're no closer to solving the case. Enter author David Hosp. |
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| 7. | Books roundup: International voices
Escape with these authors to Norway, Italy, Afghanistan and Ethiopia. Three are debut novels. |
| | USA Today ~ Wednesday, 10th March, 2010 | Subscribe to USA Today • |
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| 8. | 'Shadow Tag': A chilly touch for a gripping tale
Louise Erdich's latest novel has echoes of her own life. |
| | USA Today ~ Wednesday, 3rd March, 2010 | Subscribe to USA Today • |
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| 9. | Books roundup: A feast of food and travel titles
Four authors dive into the delights of food from different perspectives. |
| | USA Today ~ Wednesday, 3rd March, 2010 | Subscribe to USA Today • |
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| 10. | Intelligent, obsessive: 'House Rules' is one of Picoult's best
To grasp on a gut level the emotional texture of what it's like to live with Asperger's syndrome, you need to read this powerful new novel. |
| | USA Today ~ Monday, 1st March, 2010 | Subscribe to USA Today • |
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| 11. | Book roundup: Fiction, in brief
A look at offerings from Cathleen Schine, Thomas Mullen, John Banville and Amy Greene |
| | USA Today ~ Wednesday, 24th February, 2010 | Subscribe to USA Today • |
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| 12. | Timely 'Union Atlantic' cashes in on scandal and suspense
Grab the name of any investment bank out of the headlines, substitute Union Atlantic, and you have the heart of Adam Haslett's novel. |
| | USA Today ~ Wednesday, 24th February, 2010 | Subscribe to USA Today • |
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| 13. | Grief, joy go hand in hand in Rosenblatt's 'Making Toast'
The author tells how his life changed dramatically in 2007 when his daughter died at age 38 and left behind a husband and three kids. |
| | USA Today ~ Monday, 22nd February, 2010 | Subscribe to USA Today • |
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| 14. | Book roundup: Mysteries/thrillers
'Snow Angels,' 'The Man From Beijing,' ''No Mercy' and 'The Crossing Places.' |
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| 15. | Joe Hill's 'Horns' puts Kafkaesque point on supernatural tale
Joe Hill, Stepehn King's son, takes a devilish turn in his second novel, about a man who wakes up one day with horns sprouting from his head. |
| | USA Today ~ Monday, 15th February, 2010 | Subscribe to USA Today • |
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| 16. | Book roundup: Short stories
New collections from Robert Stone, T.C. Boyle, Sam Shepard and Richard Bausch. |
| | USA Today ~ Wednesday, 10th February, 2010 | Subscribe to USA Today • |
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| 17. | 'The Postmistress' delivers a potent message about words
Sarah Blake's new novel, set during World War II, is a vivid reminder of how well-chosen words can help change the world. |
| | USA Today ~ Monday, 8th February, 2010 | Subscribe to USA Today • |
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| 18. | Dr. Dosa makes 'Rounds' with a death-detecting cat
Even for cat lovers, having a tabby named Oscar visit your room at Steere House nursing/rehab center in Providence can be a bit disconcerting. |
| | USA Today ~ Monday, 8th February, 2010 | Subscribe to USA Today • |
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| 19. | 'Secrets of Eden' tempts readers with a tasty mystery
Chris Bohjalian's 12th novel spies on the secrets of Haverill, Vermont. Death and religion figure prominently. |
| | USA Today ~ Wednesday, 3rd February, 2010 | Subscribe to USA Today • |
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| 20. | Roundup: African-American history for young readers
In time for Black History Month, children can soar with the story of the first licensed black aviator, an peek inside the White House and more. |
| | USA Today ~ Wednesday, 3rd February, 2010 | Subscribe to USA Today • |
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| 21. | The 'Shocking True Story' of scandal rag 'Confidential'
You can thank 'L.A. Confidential' for inspiring Henry E. Scott's 'Shocking But True,' about 1950s scandal rag 'Confidential.' |
| | USA Today ~ Monday, 1st February, 2010 | Subscribe to USA Today • |
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| 22. | Abstract 'Point Omega' gives readers a lot to think about
Don DeLillo's Point Omega, a spare little novel filled with big ideas, opens and closes with visits to a real-life art exhibit. |
| | USA Today ~ Monday, 1st February, 2010 | Subscribe to USA Today • |
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| 23. | With its dull story, 'Remarkable Creatures' crawls
Unless you have a deep and unabiding passion for fossils, you'll want to leave this specimen alone. |
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| 24. | 'Wench' weaves an unusual tale of slavery and sisterhood
Dolen Perkins-Valdez's debut novel follows the lives of four "mistresses" as they vacation over the years at an Ohio resort with their masters. |
| | USA Today ~ Wednesday, 27th January, 2010 | Subscribe to USA Today • |
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| 25. | Godwin's 'Unfinished Desires' is only halfway done
The author stuffs many intriguing elements into her overwrought new novel, but the story's big mystery ultimately proves unsatisfying. |
| | USA Today ~ Wednesday, 27th January, 2010 | Subscribe to USA Today • |
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