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Book Review: Wally Lamb explores human cruelty and grace in prison with ‘The River is Waiting’

By ANITA SNOW
Jun 10, 2025 10:19 am - Corby Ledbetter is in trouble. In Wally Lamb’s new novel, “The River Is Waiting,” Corby has lost his job as a commercial artist and has developed a secret addiction to alcohol and pills, setting him on a dangerous path that leads to an unfathomable tragedy.
Wheaton’s Gary UMC hosts ‘Gilead’ book discussion this summer

Submitted by Janet Mathis
Jun 09, 2025 11:02 pm - The Pulitzer-Prize winning novel, "Gilead" by Marilynne Robinson, will be discussed every other Sunday from June 15 to July 27 at Gary United Methodist Church in Wheaton
Book Review: ‘Bob Dylan: Jewish Roots, American Soil’ doesn’t live up to book’s promise

By ANDREW DeMILLO
Jun 09, 2025 11:44 am - One of the most challenging things about any biography of Bob Dylan is piercing the reticence the legendary singer and songwriter has displayed in talking about his roots.
Book Review: Jess Walter’s ’So Far Gone’ sets a redemption story in fractured, modern America

By ROB MERRILL
Jun 09, 2025 11:23 am - When the history of the United States in 2025 is written, perhaps one of the best things that will be said is: “Well, it made for some great art.” Consider “So Far Gone,” the new novel by Jess Walter set in present-day America.
St. Charles author and illustrator’s new book brings ‘90s nostalgia to the ABCs

By David Petesch, Shaw Local News Network
Jun 03, 2025 10:57 am - St. Charles native Emma Knuckman's new alphabet book, "Rewind & Play," connects millennials with their children using ‘90s nostalgia to teach letters.
Book Review: ‘Beach House Rules’ is delicious high-end Southern chick lit

By ANITA SNOW
Jun 02, 2025 11:30 am - Written by bestselling author Kristy Woodson Harvey, “Beach House Rules” is delicious, high-end Southern chick lit. It has everything you need in a modern beach read — romance, mystery, family tension and even an anonymous social media blogger with tons of attitude.
Book Review: ‘April 1861’ captures drama that occurred before Civil War’s first shots

By ANDREW DeMILLO
May 30, 2025 1:50 pm - In “1861: The Lost Peace,” Jay Winik covers the lead-up to the first shots being fired at Fort Sumter. The political intrigue leading up to 1861 rivals the battlefield action readers come to expect from many Civil War histories.
Book Review: A detective banished defies orders not to investigate a murder in Connelly’s ‘Nightshade’

By BRUCE DESILVA
May 29, 2025 1:50 pm - In “Nightshade,” Stillwell is introduced as a new series character by Michael Connelly. He doesn’t bow to authority and is relentless in the pursuit of justice for crime victims. However, he’s younger, easier to get along with, and seemingly less prone to violence.
Book Review: Quirky private eye tracks a couple of more killers in Stephen King’s ‘Never Flinch’

By ROB MERRILL
May 27, 2025 1:11 pm - Stephen King’s favorite private investigator returns in “Never Flinch,” the sixth novel by King featuring Holly Gibney, who readers first met in the Bill Hodges trilo...
Book Review: ‘Steve Martin Writes the Written Word’ shows depth of comedian’s talent

By ANDREW DeMILLO
May 27, 2025 1:05 pm - Chances are you’ve seen Steve Martin’s comedic talent in some form on screen. But what younger audiences may not appreciate is his depth as a humor writer. “Steve Martin Writes the Written Word” is an aptly named collection and excellent introduction to the comedian’s best writings, including some new material.

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