A compelling review of Loca by Alejandro Heredia, a debut novel that masterfully explores Afro-Caribbean queer identity, migration, and friendship against the backdrop of 1990s New York and Santo Domingo.

Bookish Elf Historical Fiction

19.02.2025

The Sirens by Emilia Hart - Book Review by The Bookish Elf

Discover the haunting beauty of The Sirens by Emilia Hart, a novel that blends historical fiction with magical realism. Set across two timelines, this mesmerizing tale explores sisterhood, transformation, and the mysteries of the sea.

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19.02.2025

We Rip the World Apart by Charlene Carr - Book Review by TBE

A thought-provoking review of We Rip the World Apart by Charlene Carr, a powerful novel exploring racial identity, generational trauma, and the deep complexities of motherhood.

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19.02.2025

Code Noir by Canisia Lubrin—Book Review by The Bookish Elf

In her ambitious fiction debut, award-winning poet Canisia Lubrin attempts something both daring and complex—a creative reimagining of the infamous Code Noir,

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Loca by Alejandro Heredia - Book Review by The Bookish Elf

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We Rip the World Apart by Charlene Carr - Book Review by TBE

Code Noir by Canisia Lubrin—Book Review by The Bookish Elf

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