Acclaimed for seven novels, ranging from supernatural thrillers to historical fiction, which have garnered her a multitude of fans and awards, Tananarive Due now imagines the story of an ancient group of immortals — a hidden African clan that has survived for more than a thousand years — facing one of the most challenging issues of our time: the AIDS/HIV pandemic.

Check out what books APOOO members are reading during the month of October. Come join us and dialogue with us regarding books. Read along with us or share your comments regarding the books that you’ve read. We would love to have you join us.

APOOOs book recommendations for this week–something a little different. Check out the 17 books I plan to read before the end of the year. Come join me and read one a week with me.

Based on the positive reception and number of raving reviews for Tananarive Due’s latest novel, Blood Colony, it is quite evident that my commentary will be in the minority based on my “3-star,” middle of the road rating for the book.