10 best books of May: the Monitor's picks

Here are the 10 May releases the Monitor's book critics liked best.

9. 'Pit Bull,' by Bronwen Dickey

Dickey, a contributing editor at the Oxford American, digs deep into the history of the pit bull, trying to understand why the breed – once viewed as a lovable family dog – is today so often associated with violence and danger. Dickey’s narrative is both compassionate and insightful. You can read the Monitor's full review of "Pit Bull" here.

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