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Books to buy NOW! - And then for all your friends!
The Blind AssassinThe Blind Assassin by Margaret Atwood
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You won't be able to put this down. It keeps you guessing all the way.
Alias GraceAlias Grace by Margaret Atwood
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This is the first book I read by Margaret Atwood. Another book that will keep you guessing until the end.
Enduring LoveEnduring Love by Ian McEwan
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This has the best opening chapter of a book I have ever read!
AtonementAtonement by Ian McEwan
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Hard to get into at first but it lives up to the hype!
Music & SilenceMusic & Silence by Rose Tremain
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If you want an introduction to historical novels read this. It will leave you wanting more!
RestorationRestoration by Rose Tremain
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Another historical novel which will keep you gripped all the way through like any modern tale of love and falling from grace.
The Poisonwood BibleThe Poisonwood Bible by Barbara Kingsolver
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A fascinating read that will move you and educate you at the same time.
The Secret HistoryThe Secret History by Donna Tartt
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What can I say about his book except read it - now! And then go and buy it for all your friends!
FilthFilth by Irvine Welsh
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I think this is one of Welsh's best - it is a hilarious yet sick read!
Northern Lights (His Dark Materials)Northern Lights (His Dark Materials) by Philip Pullman
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Forget Harry Potter (OK not really). This is another great 'childrens' fantsasy book to be enjoyed by everyone - read the rest in the trilogy as well!
The Dead SchoolThe Dead School by Patrick McCabe
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An example of how a book can make you laugh out loud and cry at the same time. A tragic story.
Little Altars EverywhereLittle Altars Everywhere by Rebecca Wells
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The far superior (and darker) prequel to 'Ya Ya'.
The Sea, the SeaThe Sea, the Sea by Iris Murdoch
Buy new: £5.03 / Used from: £0.01
A sad tale of a man who become obsessed with a childhood sweetheart. The obsession brings him to brink of madness
1984 Nineteen Eighty-Four1984 Nineteen Eighty-Four by George Orwell
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I think this is the best book ever written. From the man who invented the term 'Big Brother'. Read it and then read it again!
Wild Swans: Three Daughters of ChinaWild Swans: Three Daughters of China by Jung Chang
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A story about 3 generations of girls from China. You won't believe what you are reading about China under Mao. A big read but well worth it!