Contemporary Fiction
Robert Powers
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New books include a fresh look at the American Revolution, a look at yesterday's New York City, and a new female cop novel.
Book Paints Terrific Portrait of Henry VIII
Henry VIII always has been one of the most interesting of England's royalty. A new book delves into his life and times.
History of Suicide Has Timely Arrival
A book about the history of suicide and two new novels are this month's reviews in Looks at Books.
Underground Railroad Makes Fascinating Story
A dash for freedom by a family of slaves shows how the underground railroad proved to be an important part of fighting the practice of slavery.
One new book says we all receive get religion of a sort in our bodies. A controversial novel from the mid-50s has been published for the first time. Hapless crook Dortmunder is back.
A number of new titles should whet readers' appetites.
Joe R. Lansdale: Remember That Name
A new suspense novel by Joe R. Lansdale takes readers to east Texas, where a series of murders stumps the town constable.
E.B. White's "Trumpet of the Swan" Worth Reading
Reviews of three books, one a classic, the others about matters involving the Cubans as well as Spain.
Four new books are reviewed: an epic retold, a story of a youngster in World War II, a report on battered women, and an autobiography letters by H.P. Lovecraft.
'Glory Goes and Gets Some,' Plus More
Reviews of new novels by a trio of promising authors.