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Honeysuckle

Bar Fridman-Tell
2026
A lyrical blend of magical realism and gothic horror, Honeysuckle explores love, control, and conse…
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The Loneliness of Sonia and Sunny

Kiran Desai
2025
A thoughtful review of The Loneliness of Sonia and Sunny by Kiran Desai, exploring its themes, stre…
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A Sociopath's Guide to a Successful Marriage

MK Oliver
2026
Staff review: A Sociopath's Guide to a Successful Marriage blends dark humor and heart. Find out wh…
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I Am Not A Robot: My Year of Using A.I. To Do (Almost) Everything

Joanna Stern
2026
Joanna Stern's I Am Not a Robot chronicles a year of living with AI 24/7 — from self-driving cars t…
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Thornwell Books 5th Anniversary

Celebrate Thornwell Books' 5th anniversary on July 11th! Join us for live music, discounts, raffles, new merch, and birthday cake. Save the date!
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