Bruce Holsinger
Bruce Holsinger is an American author and scholar known for his historical fiction and academic work. He is a professor of English at the University of Virginia and has written several acclaimed novels, including 'A Burnable Book' and 'The Gifted School.'
Books
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1. Culpability
At a Chesapeake Bay rental, the Cassidy-Shaw family reels after an autonomous minivan collides with an oncoming car while 17-year-old Charlie is at the wheel. During a week of recovery, secrets, a police investigation, and the arrival of a tech mogul connected to the family—including Lorelei, an AI researcher—raise tensions and complicate the question of who is to blame. The novel examines how AI-driven technologies complicate responsibility, trust, and family bonds.
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2. The Displacements
Set against the backdrop of a climate-changed world, this gripping narrative follows the harrowing journey of a family uprooted from their comfortable life in Miami due to a catastrophic hurricane. As they navigate the chaos of a nation grappling with unprecedented displacement, they find themselves in a sprawling refugee camp where societal norms are upended, and survival takes precedence. Through the lens of their struggle, the story explores themes of resilience, identity, and the human capacity to adapt in the face of overwhelming adversity, painting a vivid picture of a future that feels all too possible.
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3. The Gifted School
In a seemingly idyllic Colorado town, a new school for gifted children becomes the catalyst for unraveling friendships and exposing the underlying tensions among four families. As the parents become increasingly obsessed with securing a spot for their children, their competitive nature and personal insecurities lead to a series of events that test their relationships and moral boundaries. Through a sharp and insightful lens, the narrative delves into themes of ambition, privilege, and the lengths to which people will go to ensure their children's success, ultimately questioning the true cost of such aspirations.
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4. A Burnable Book
Set in the turbulent political landscape of 14th-century England, this historical thriller weaves a tale of intrigue, betrayal, and danger. The story follows John Gower, a poet and trader of secrets, as he becomes embroiled in a deadly conspiracy involving a mysterious book that prophesizes the death of the king. As Gower delves deeper into the shadowy world of espionage and power struggles, he must navigate a web of deceit and treachery, where allies are few and enemies are many, to uncover the truth and protect the realm from chaos.
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5. The Invention Of Fire
Set in the tumultuous backdrop of 14th-century London, this historical thriller follows the astute and resourceful John Gower, a poet and trader, as he delves into a chilling mystery involving a new and deadly weapon—gunpowder. When a mass grave is discovered, filled with bodies bearing the marks of this explosive innovation, Gower is drawn into a dangerous web of political intrigue and power struggles. As he navigates the treacherous waters of medieval society, he must unravel the secrets behind this invention, which threatens to alter the course of warfare and society forever, while confronting his own personal demons and the shifting loyalties of those around him.
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