There's magic at work in this new batch of books
Summary
This week's new books feature themes of magic and the supernatural, exploring elements like angels and historical magic figures. Four highlighted titles include a story about a fallen angel in World War I, a mysterious Caribbean island adventure, an exploration of Black women's magic in American history, and a collection of short stories reflecting real-world oddities.Key Facts
- "Angel Down" by Daniel Kraus is a novel about World War I soldiers who discover a fallen angel.
- Kraus writes the book using one very long sentence to create a sense of urgency.
- "Beasts of Carnaval" by Rosália Rodrigo is set on a dangerous Caribbean island with a link to the region's colonial history.
- The book follows a character searching for her missing brother on the island.
- "The Conjuring of America" by Lindsey Stewart examines the historical role of magical Black women in American history.
- Stewart explores connections between these women and events like the Civil Rights Movement and VooDoo practices.
- "An Oral History of Atlantis" by Ed Park is a collection of short stories blending humor and unexpected narratives, written over 25 years.
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