Book Review: “Out of the Darkness” by David A. Jacinto
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Book Review: “Out of the Darkness” by David A. Jacinto

ByAmy

“Out of the Darkness” offers a vivid depiction of 19th-century England during the Industrial Revolution, following the life of Thomas Wright, a miner striving for safer conditions against a system of corruption. There’s much to recommend this story including strong female characters and historical authenticity. The protagonist, however, often comes across as overly heroic and without flaws.

Book Review: “The Politzer Saga” by Linda Ambrus Broenniman
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Book Review: “The Politzer Saga” by Linda Ambrus Broenniman

ByAmy

The strength, love, bravery, courage, resilience, and endurance of a Jewish Hungarian family that crosses generations forms the nucleus of “The Politzer Saga”, this utterly enthralling nonfiction work by Linda Ambrus Broenniman. Ambrus Broenniman shares their memories and allows them to live on in all of her readers. It’s a story that will not easily be forgotten.

Book Review: “Leonardo’s Swans” by Karen Essex
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Book Review: “Leonardo’s Swans” by Karen Essex

ByAmy

A worthy foray into Renaissance Italy – the political machinations, the art, the inner workings of one of history’s most enigmatic and talented men, the complex relationship between two powerful women, and so much more. This novel about Isabella and Beatrice d’Este offers a lovely blend of historical fact and fiction, sure to please any lover of Renaissance fiction.