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Alex Russell

Alex Russell is a freelance writer from Scotland, now living in France, who holds degrees in English Literature from the University of St Andrews and Charles University in Prague. When he’s not reading, he’s writing for 14 Degrees East, a blog focusing on his travels throughout Europe.

Books reviewed by Alex Russell

The Pretender (04/23/25)
Good Girl (02/12/25)
Patriot (11/20/24)
The Empusium (10/02/24)
Pink Slime (08/21/24)
Clear (04/03/24)

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    Four strangers join an experimental treatment to heal broken hearts in Amelia Ireland's heartfelt debut novel.

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    One murder, four guilty convictions, and a community determined to find justice.

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