Thanksgiving. Done. Next up: gifts for the holidays! Here’s a head start for the readers on your list with the best reviewed books (for November) from IndieReader!
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All the Women in My Family Sing
ALL THE WOMEN IN MY FAMILY SING: WOMEN WRITE THE WORLD—ESSAYS ON EQUALITY, JUSTICE AND FREEDOM edited by Deborah Santana
Genre: Anthology
IR Verdict: ALL THE WOMEN IN MY FAMILY SING is a luminous collection of women speaking their truths, and speaking them loudly.
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THE GIRL ON RUSK STREET by Penny Carlile
THE GIRL ON RUSK STREET by Penny Carlile
Genre: Young Adult
IR Verdict: Author Penny Carlile captivates the reader with a razor-sharp depiction of small town life in this heartbreaking tale of sin and remorse, love and loss.
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WHAT’S YOUR SPIRIT ANIMAL? by Kelly Eckert
WHAT’S YOUR SPIRIT ANIMAL? by Kelly Eckert
Genre: Self Help
IR Verdict: WHAT’S YOUR SPIRIT ANIMAL? by Harvard graduate Kelly Eckert, is an informative and comprehensive guide in the use of spirit animals to enhance one’s life.
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CLEVER CYBÈLE by Carrie Glenn
CLEVER CYBÈLE: The illustrated story of an apricot, as told by wonderstruck snails
Genre: Children's (Early to intermediate readers)
IR Verdict: CLEVER CYBÈLE's lovely illustrations, glittering prose, and unusual characters will make it beloved by most readers of any age.
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A FAMILY OF STRANGERS by Kathleen Flanagan Rollins
Long ago, when the world was new, some of its humans formed A FAMILY OF STRANGERS by Kathleen Flanagan Rollins
Genre: Historical Fiction
IR Verdict: Thanks to Kathleeen Flanagan Rollins’ reliance on solid research, both her characters and the world they inhabit become lively and engaging. An absorbing read.
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BESIDE STILL WATERS by Deb Pines
BESIDE STILL WATERS: A CHAUTAUQUA MURDER MYSTERY by Deb Pines
Genre: Mystery/Thriller
IR Verdict: BESIDE STILL WATERS is worth a read if only for the affectionate depiction of historic houses and camp activities, but the darkness of the plot makes a perfect juxtaposition to the bucolic loveliness.
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APPLE CIDER VINEGAR by Larry Trivieri, Jr.
APPLE CIDER VINEGAR: Nature’s Most Versatile and Powerful Remedy by Larry Trivieri, Jr.
Genre: Diet & Nutrition, Health
IR Verdict: By outlining the versatile and powerful nature of APPLE CIDER VINEGAR, Larry Trivieri, Jr. adds his convincing voice to the existing chorus raising natural therapies. Worth the read for a short lesson on ACV (or to finally get that foot odor under control).
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THE FINAL RUE OF NAVEENA BLEU: ONE GIRL’S QUEST FOR GUTS AND GLORY by Pamela Hartley
THE FINAL RUE OF NAVEENA BLEU: ONE GIRL’S QUEST FOR GUTS AND GLORY by Pamela Hartley
Genre: Children's (Early to intermediate readers)
IR Verdict: Pamela Hartley paints a wonderful picture of a young teenager discovering her inner strength by doing battle with the outside world.
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WHAT SHE INHERITSby Diane V. Mulligan
WHAT SHE INHERITSby Diane V. Mulligan
Genre: Chick Lit
IR Verdict: WHAT SHE INHERITS is a successful, rich read of self-discovery, and interwoven narratives keep the pace quick and ever-shifting.
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FINDING LOVE AFTER 40 by Belinda Busteed Burum
True love is obtainable at any age according to FINDING LOVE AFTER 40 by Belinda Busteed Burum
Genre: Relationships & Dating, Sexuality
IR Verdict: FINDING LOVE AFTER 40 is well-researched, logically organized, and professionally edited and offers inspiring anecdotal evidence that love is available to everyone without having to compromise values or settle for someone, merely to avoid being single.
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APOLLO DREAMS by Syd Gilmore
APOLLO DREAMS by Syd Gilmore
Genre: Literary Fiction
IR Verdict: Author Syd Gilmore nicely captures the social atmosphere of America after the Sixties through the innocence of Billy McBride–-a feat to be commended, a book not to be missed.
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DARK HARVEST by Chris Patchell
DARK HARVEST by Chris Patchell
Genre: Mystery/Thriller
IR Verdict: For readers looking for an intense, emotional, action-packed adventure, who don't mind a little gory detail, DARK HARVEST is an excellent choice.
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LAST EXIT TO MONTAUK by Phillip Vega
LAST EXIT TO MONTAUK by Phillip Vega
Genre: New Adult
IR Verdict: They say you never forget your first love, and the romance recounted in LAST EXIT TO MONTAUK is one well worth remembering.
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CITY OF GODS II: THE HORSEMEN by Jonathan Maas
CITY OF GODS II: THE HORSEMEN by Jonathan Maas
Genre: Science Fiction
IR Verdict: CITY OF GODS II: THE HORSEMEN is a thoughtful and philosophical addition to the fantasy genre, and an engaging story as well.
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THE SCHOHARIEby Diane M. Johnson
THE SCHOHARIEby Diane M. Johnson
Genre: Horror
IR Verdict: A crisply written, creepy novel about unnatural disasters, THE SCHOHARIE offers up shocking twists and terrifying scenes that will satisfy any horror fan.
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CHARMER BOY GYPSY GIRL by Victor Harrington
CHARMER BOY GYPSY GIRL an epic story of love and survival by Victor Harrington
Genre: Literary Fiction
IR Verdict: Superbly written and well-researched, CHARMER BOY GYPSY GIRL is breathtaking story about the transformative power of love, even in the most insurmountable of circumstances.
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EYE OF THE MOON by Ivan Obolensky
EYE OF THE MOON by Ivan Obolensky
Genre: Mystery/Thriller
IR Verdict: A Gothic mystery set in 1977—involving the occult, stolen treasure, family secrets, and financial sabotage—EYE OF THE MOON is sumptuous in its description of white-tie dinner parties and sexual tensions with baronesses, and sharp in its maneuvering of several secret puzzles at once.
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HOMETOWN HEROES by Clay Sigg
HOMETOWN HEROES: The Single Franchise Baseball Stars of the 20th Century by Clay Sigg
Genre: Sports
IR Verdict: HOMETOWN HEROES is a is a resounding home run of a book for all who love baseball history; a hefty, well-illustrated hardback that deserves a spot in the lineup on baseball lovers’ bookshelves.
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