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Denny S. Bryce

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Born

in Uhrichsville, Ohio, The United States

December 02

Website

https://dennysbryce.com/

Twitter

@DennySBryce

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Historical Fiction, Fiction, Mystery

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Denny S. Bryce is a best-selling, award-winning author of historical fiction. A former dancer and public relations professional, Denny is an adjunct professor in the MFA program at Drexel University, a book critic for NPR, and a freelance writer whose work has appeared in USA Today and Harper’s Bazaar. She is also a member of the Historical Novel Society, Women’s Fiction Writers Association, and Tall Poppy Writers. Originally from Ohio, she likes to call Chicago her hometown but currently resides in Savannah, Georgia. You can find her online at DennySBryce.com.

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Average rating: 3.83 · 14,574 ratings · 2,462 reviews · 6 distinct works • Similar authors

	Wild Women and the Blues 3.77 avg rating — 7,704 ratings — published 2021 — 11 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	The Other Princess 4.02 avg rating — 2,466 ratings — published 2023 — 14 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Can't We Be Friends by Denny S. Bryce (Goodreads Author), Eliza Knight (Goodreads Author) 3.84 avg rating — 1,935 ratings — published 2024 — 8 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	In the Face of the Sun 3.79 avg rating — 1,422 ratings — published 2022 — 9 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	The Trial of Mrs. Rhinelander 3.83 avg rating — 871 ratings — published 2024 — 6 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Where the False Gods Dwell 3.86 avg rating — 149 ratings — 4 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars

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Denny S. Bryce's Blog: Goodreads Giveaway Begins 12.29.20

Wild Women And The Blues: The Cover Designers!

There are three months (and a day:) until the release (March 30) of my debut novel, Wild Women and the Blues. I am so excited for readers to get know Honoree Dalcour, Sawyer Hayes, Ezekiel Bailey, and Bessie Palmer, I can hardly wait (seriously:). It is a story and characters I’ve lived with for some time and can’t wait to share them with you. And so far, I have been extremely pleased and honored

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Denny Bryce liked Jeff's review of Where the False Gods Dwell: "Strong (Historical) Women's Fiction Ends As A Breathtaking Thriller. First, I got this Advance Review Copy in a somewhat unusual manner - via winning Bryce's contest in the annual Great Big Giveaway Day 2025 hosted by the Facebook group Readers Coffe" Read more of this review »
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Denny Bryce and 11 other people liked Kristan Higgins's review of Where the False Gods Dwell: "It’s 1935 Chicago, and we meet our three narrators: Othella, an accomplished pickpocket and orphan, dealing with life on the rough streets of Chicago; Vivian Jean, a socialite looking for purpose in her life; and Zinzi, a union activist. They’re all " Read more of this review »
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Denny Bryce and 1 other person liked Nicole's review of Where the False Gods Dwell: "Dancing with Storms Denny S. Bryce’s *Where the False Gods Dwell* sweeps you into the swirling chaos of 1935, where Chicago’s underbelly collides with the mystical vibrance of rural Jamaica. It’s a story built around three women whose lives, secrets" Read more of this review »
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Denny Bryce voted for Oathbound (The Legendborn Cycle, #3) as Readers' Favorite Young Adult Fantasy & Sci-Fi in the Final Round of the 2025 Goodreads Choice Awards. Cast Your Vote
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Quotes by Denny S. Bryce (?)

“Why can’t I come in this way? The cafe’s a black-and-tan. Negroes allowed to come through the front door just like white folks.”
― Denny S. Bryce, Wild Women and the Blues

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“After they left, the hard edges of my life floated toward the sky, like a thousand pounds of excuses, leaving me feeling a freedom that’s hard to describe. But imagine suddenly growing the wings of a bird. And knowing with all my heart and soul, I don’t have to run anymore. I can fly.”
― Denny S. Bryce, In the Face of the Sun

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“moment. She never liked being scolded.”
― Denny S. Bryce, In the Face of the Sun

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Poll for January’s group read. Which selection would you like to read? This poll will remain open until December 27. in order to start reading on Jan 1. Please remember to only vote if you plan on participating.

Of Women and Salt by Gabriela Garcia.

15 votes 31.3%

The Dust Bowl Orphans by Suzette D. Harrison -

15 votes 31.3%

In the Face of the Sun by Denny S. Bryce -

12 votes 25.0%

In the Fsce of the Sun

3 votes 6.3%

The dust bowl orphans (write-in)

2 votes 4.2%

In the Face of the Sun & The Dust Bowl Orphans.

1 vote 2.1%

48 total votes

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