Tuesday New Release Day: Starring Moreno-Garcia, Myo Kyaw Myint, and More

Here’s a quick look at some notable books—new titles from Silvia Moreno-Garcia, Thirii Myo Kyaw Myint, and more—that are publishing this week.

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Velvet Was the Night by Silvia Moreno-Garcia

Here’s what  about : “This seductive neo-noir thriller from bestseller Moreno-Garcia () draws on the real-life efforts of the Mexican government to suppress political dissent in the 1970s. Maite, a 30-year-old, oblivious to the political upheaval around her. When her beautiful art student neighbor, Leonora, disappears, Maite, with the help of Rubén, Leonora’s former lover, begins a search that takes her into the world of student radicals. Meanwhile, 21-year-old Elvis, muscle for a clandestine, government-funded shock troop employed to suppress student protests, longs for something more and wishes to escape his old life. When Elvis’s boss assigns him to track down Leonora, his search crosses that of Maite, with whom he becomes fascinated. As the two get closer to discovering the reason behind Leonora’s disappearance, they uncover secrets that shadowy forces, both domestic and foreign, will kill to protect. This is a rich novel with an engrossing plot, distinctive characters, and a pleasing touch of romance. Readers won’t be able to put it down.”