The Big Easy looms large in James Lee Burke’s entertaining Dave Robicheaux series.
Pure Men: A Novel
By Mohamed Mbougar Sarr; translated by Lara Vergnaud
A Senegalese professor confronts his country’s homophobia.
An Interview with Laura Zigman
By Mary Kay Zuravleff
In her new book, the author turns a gimlet eye toward the publishing industry.
The stories are grim, but there’s cause for optimism.
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Remembering Phil Harvey.
The Fighting Bunch
By Chris DeRose
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American GIs overthrow Tennessee autocrats in this inspiring, if overstuffed, real-life tale.
The Cold Millions
By Jess Walter
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This extraordinary story of an early 1900s class struggle cements the author’s place among America’s finest writers.
We came, we read, we gushed. Here’s a recap of the titles that left us especially warm and swoony last month.
Churchill’s Shadow: The Life and Afterlife of Winston Churchill
By Geoffrey Wheatcroft
The man behind the myth was pretty remarkable, too.
A look at what’s steaming up the shelves this month.
The great books have long been lighting the way.
