addiction – An American Bluestocking

Who is the pawn in ‘The Queen’s Gambit’?

An orphan finds her sense of self in an unexpected talent for chess, but can the game also vanquish her demons?

Drowning in a ‘Long Bright River’ of addiction

Long Bright River by Liz Moore is an unflinching look at the opioid crisis through a dark lens. None of the characters conform to the usual stereotypes. Cops aren’t always heroes (or villains); addicts aren’t always dangerous or hopeless. Everyone has secrets and people are seldom what they appear to be at first glance. In that way,Continue reading “Drowning in a ‘Long Bright River’ of addiction”