SPR’s book reviews of new self-published books
In B’tween: The 3 Claps of Thunder by Nandita Banerjee
A fourth supernatural installment from Nandita Banerjee, In B’tween: The 3 Claps of Thunder is another moody and compelling plunge into a cursed family drama.
Still reeling from the effects of a vile curse and the demonic fiend in their midst, Sunny, Sonya, and Aunt Bina are trying to stabilize their lives, but the manipulation and mind games have only just begun. Taking down this ageless monster becomes a family affair for both the living and the dead, as dark spell-casters clash with spiritual defenders in an epic urban fantasy. That is easier said than done, particularly when black magic […]


A raw and riveting peek into the post-service life of a bonafied hero, The Hurricane Within Volume 2: Beyond the Storm by Ashlee Leppert is a road memoir like few others.
A timely and powerfully told memoir about seeking a fresh future without losing your past, Transient Anchors: From Refugee Tents to Research Towers by Libère J. Ndacayisaba is a compelling tale of survival, support, and unwavering resilience.
A haunting near-future thriller that hits powerfully close to home, Resurrection Earth by Edward M. Burrows is a near-future cocktail of contemporary anxiety and sci-fi salvation.
A gripping third chapter of their Lost Grove Mystery series, Blood on the Trailhead by Charlotte Zang and Alex J. Knudsen weaves a modern gothic tapestry of supernatural suspense.
Another intricate and enveloping thriller from Michael Pronko, Tokyo Juku continues to increase the depth and cultural commentary of his Detective Hiroshi series.
A deeply romantic tale of loyalty and unconditional love, His Last Christmas Gift by Debra Borchert is an unpredictable drama that celebrates the power of human connection.
A laughter-inducing caper from the colorful mind of Jimmy Vee, Look! There Are No Dinos Inside Of This Book is a quick and playful read with a satisfying twist.