Allure of Deceit
Suspense novels about charity, religion, literacy and women fleeing control
Friday, December 13
Devouring
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Wolf at the Table, t he family saga by Adam Rapp spans 1951 to 2010. A withdrawn, hardworking veteran of World War II and a devout Catho...
Tuesday, November 19
Characters
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Animals exhibit strong character and distinctive points of view for those who are most perceptive. Pets narrate two recent books, Buster b...
Thursday, October 24
Autonomy and awareness
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True autonomy, along with the ability to reflect and learn from one's mistakes, may be impossible without self-awareness. Those who desi...
Wednesday, October 23
Quest for autonomy
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The words "automated" and "autonomy," though related, have wildly contrasting meanings. Automation is work performed b...
Friday, September 13
Friends and fear
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Mother’s Instinct by Barbara Abel is spare and controlled with a cruel conclusion. Two couples, next door neighbors, have sons who soon b...
Wednesday, September 4
Predators and prey
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Hauntingly beautiful and demonstrating the power of memory, The Fox Wife by Yangsze Choo makes it easy to suspend disbelief about creatur...
Wednesday, August 14
Many divides
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Imagination can separate or connect individuals, leading to resentment or harmony - as suggested by the enticing theme of Cristina HenrĂque...
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