BEWARE FALSE TIGERS
Genre: Self-Help
IR Verdict: Humanistic in its approach and universal in its application, BEWARE FALSE TIGERS presents a de-stressing program that is bound to appeal to both the self- and the socially-conscious alike.
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IN THE MIRROR
Genre: Children’s (Board books and Pre-reading)
IR Verdict: IN THE MIRROR is a cheerful, upbeat book with bright, joyful illustrations, a positive message and two delightful child protagonists with whom child readers can readily and easily identify.
NO ONE CAN TELL YOU WHO YOU ARE EXCEPT YOU
Genre: Self-Help
IR Verdict: In a world that is increasingly characterized by chaos and uncertainty, NO ONE CAN TELL YOU WHO YOU ARE EXCEPT YOU may represent reassurance and a seductive promise of a more stable sense of self, provided the reader does not expect game-changing content. Eminently readable, it emulates the style of a supportive friend.
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NAKED INK, Diary of A Smalltown Boy
Genre: Memoir
IR Verdict: A vivid first-hand account of the life and times of a struggling actor in the late ‘70s, NAKED INK is both a thoughtful examination of NYC’s rich cultural history and a refreshingly honest ode to living in the moment.
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THE MAJEWSKI CURSE
Genre: Memoir
IR Verdict: Lisa Dianne McInnes’ memoir THE MAJEWSKI CURSE, a neatly-woven synopsis of the heart-rending suffering the author endured following the loss of three close family members and has the capacity to help others who are suffering from the painful loss of a loved one.
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SHAKESPEARE MEETS THE BUDDHA
Genre: Inspirational/Spiritual
IR Verdict: With SHAKESPEARE MEETS THE BUDDHA, Edward Dickey succeeds in providing a brief, thoughtful examination of two seemingly incompatible topics and, in the process, offers a new perspective on both.
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THE SMOOTH RIVER
Genre: Health
IR Verdict: THE SMOOTH RIVER is a clearly written guide to end-of-life care and contains a wealth of relatable, practical advice. It is also an astute contemplation on life and living containing passages of extraordinary beauty.
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TESLA’S WORDS
Genre: Biography
IR Verdict: TESLA’S WORDS is an excellent and inspirational document of a man’s revolutionary talent and beautiful vision for a better world that speaks to us even today as we face new challenges.
MYSTIC OF THE MIDWAY
Genre: Children’s (Early to intermediate readers)
IR Verdict: A well-crafted debut novel, A.A. Blair’s MYSTIC OF THE MIDWAY offers serious food for thought for young readers, along with thrills and chills, without being too scary.
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THE AUCTION
Genre: Mystery/Thriller
IR Verdict: An impressive debut novel, THE AUCTION by Tom Galvin has enough plot twists, conflict, corruption, greed, deceit, blackmail, guilt, threats, death, violence, theft, disloyalty, bribes, rivalry, and lies to keep readers glued to the book right up to the end.
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THE DIABOLUS LEGACY
Genre: Historical Fiction
IR Verdict: The marriage of historical fiction and thriller (with a little backwoods noir thrown in for extra spice) combine well in THE DIABOLUS LEGACY, an irreverent and fast-paced page-turner of a novel.
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SERPENT LOOP
Genre: Action/Adventure
IR Verdict: Lynn Lipinski’s SERPENT LOOP is first-rate fiction featuring crisp writing, depth of characterization, authentic dialogue and vivid settings that entertain, along with well-researched insights into credit card fraud.
UNANSWERED QUESTIONS
Genre: Politics & Current Events
IR Verdict: UNANSWERED QUESTIONS is a well-written and comprehensive history of the 9/11 terrorist attack that raises key issues from the Family Steering Committee (FSC) that have yet to be addressed, as well as highlighting serious government shortcomings made clearer through the COVID-19 pandemic and the withdrawal from Afghanistan.
THE DARKNESS WITHIN
Genre: Memoir
IR Verdict: THE DARKNESS WITHIN combines the earnest vulnerability of a memoir with author Drew Paige’s knowledgeable, research-driven understanding of abuse, mental health, and the process of recovering from trauma. Its unwavering honesty and compassion makes this a must read for any reader whose life has been touched by mental illness.
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THE SODIUM WAR
Genre: Mystery/Thriller
IR Verdict: The balanced view of Christianity and the plausible, timely detail of the lives influenced by an oppressive regime act as a counter to the protagonist of Nathan Merritt’s THE SODIUM WAR’s propensity toward a “white savior” attitude.
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YLMI’S SAGA
Genre: Fantasy
IR Verdict: Evan Oliver’s YLMI’S SAGA is a fast-paced fantasy adventure set in a gritty and vividly depicted world where fans of both historical fiction and fantasy will find much to enjoy.
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FAIR NOW, LATER RAIN
Genre: Poetry (Fiction)
IR Verdict: Jeremy Long’s elegant verse captures the many phases of grief and the hope of renewal in FAIR NOW, LATER RAIN, a moving collection of poems about life after death.
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THAT MAGIC MISCHIEF
Genre: Romance
IR Verdict: A laugh-out-loud romantic comedy with a magical twist, THAT MAGIC MISCHIEF delivers plenty of quirk, lively characters, and a swoon-worthy romance with a distinctly Irish flair.
EASY MARKS
Genre: Education
IR Verdict: Catherine Wagner’s EASY MARKS: Cracking a University’s Academic Integrity Con, is impressively researched and written and thoroughly credible and demonstrates how career ambitions—in this case, a professor who wanted to establish herself as an integrity expert—can also harm students’ career prospects.
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THE PROFESSOR’S WIFE: A Novella
Genres: Mystery/Thriller
IR Verdict: Sumptuous prose and a mind-blowing twist will make sure that readers don’t forget THE PROFESSOR’S WIFE, an unsettling psychological thriller wrapped in a provocative dark romance.
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LEGACY OF EVIL
Genre: Action/Adventure
IR Verdict: A nuanced, well-plotted action-adventure that simmers with intrigue, LEGACY OF EVIL confronts a chilling reality and reminds us what’s worth fighting for.