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Books to get lost in
Gone with the WindGone with the Wind by Margaret Mitchell
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A totally absorbing read with charcters that will stay with you for ever.
Trip to the StarsTrip to the Stars by N. Christopher
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An extremly poignant and memorable book full of twists that will keep you guessing and desparate for the last page. And then full of regret when it's over.
Encyclopedia of SnowEncyclopedia of Snow by Sarah Miano
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Not to judge a book by it's cover, but this one is as beautiful as it appears.
The Neverending StoryThe Neverending Story by Michael Ende
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Not just for kids-this is actually an extremly well written book. A perfect escapist read.
English PassengersEnglish Passengers by Matthew Kneale
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Told from a multitude of viewpoints, this is a great holiday read without the normal fluffy modern bits.
Hogfather (Discworld)Hogfather (Discworld) by Terry Pratchett
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After long deliberation, this one emerges as my favourite Discworld book-funny, romantic and very festive.
The Ultimate Hitchhiker's Guide to the GalaxyThe Ultimate Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy by Douglas Adams
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I know it's really 5 books but this is the greatest and funniest SF series ever written! Romance, humor, adventure-it's got the lot. And it's not just for geeks!
I and Claudius: Travels with My CatI and Claudius: Travels with My Cat by Clare De Vries
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She travels around America with her cat. What could be more perfect?
Welcome to the World, Baby Girl!Welcome to the World, Baby Girl! by Fannie Flagg
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An extremly bizare twist at the end-but a truly absorbing read.
The Smoke JumperThe Smoke Jumper by Nicholas Evans
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A thousand times better than the Horse Whisperer this gives amazing insight into the lives of it's main characters-with barely an animal in sight.