The literary works in the Americas are rooted in intricate genealogies
In the world of literature, there's always something new and exciting to discover. Here are some recent releases and upcoming titles that have caught our attention.
Maria Hoffmann-Dartevelle, a renowned author, has penned the fifth novel about Frida Kahlo that is published in France. The novel promises to delve deeper into the life and art of the iconic Mexican artist.
Jen Beagin's third novel, titled "Swisssex", has made its way onto the first watch list for the prestigious 2025 Medicis Foreign Prize. The novel tells the story of a complex relationship that begins between the heroine and a patient with a unique voice, whom she nicknames Swisssex.
Emma Pattee, a journalist specializing in environmental issues, has written her first novel titled "Deroute". The novel is part of climate literature and follows the journey of a nine-month pregnant woman named Annie, who sets out to reconcile with the unpredictable nature of existence after facing a formidable earthquake.
Jon Hickey, a member of the Lac du Flambeau Chippewa band of the Lake Superior Ojibwe nation, has written his first novel titled "Big Chief". The novel is a profound exploration of a rootless individual and a people in search of sovereignty, set against a tense backdrop of a week before the tribal presidency vote.
Phillip B. Williams, a poet born in Chicago, has written a novel titled "At Home". The novel spans four generations and is an exploration of power, love, and freedom.
Bernardo Carvalho, a Brazilian author, has written a novel titled "The Replacements". The novel is a profound and disturbing reflection on Brazil in the second half of the 20th century.
Jesmyn Ward, an American author, has written a novel titled "We Shall Be Storm". The novel takes us through various locations in the United States, including rice fields in the Carolinas and sugar cane plantations in Louisiana.
Florencia Etcheves, an Argentine author, has written a novel titled "The Cook of Frida" about Frida Kahlo and a young woman named Nayeli. The novel spans three generations and has been translated into French.
Kai Thomas, born in Ottawa and now living in New York, has written his first novel titled "Les voix fugitives". The novel takes place in 1859 in a village founded by black refugees who managed to escape the United States via the Underground Railroad. The novel tells the story of slavery and its consequences through the unlikely friendship of two extraordinary women.
Lastly, Martha Baillie, an Ontario native, has written a memoir titled "Only Fear is Blue". The memoir explores the history of her family, specifically the fate of her elder sister who died by suicide.
These novels and memoirs offer a diverse range of stories and perspectives, promising an engaging and thought-provoking reading experience for everyone.
