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The ScarThe Scar by China Mieville
Buy new: £5.96 / Used from: £1.90
A fantastic science fiction/fantasy title. Mieville will suck you into a world that is totally believable and full of detail and hold onto you until the final page. An excellent start.
The Complete West Wing: Seasons 1-7 (44 Disc Box Set) [DVD]The Complete West Wing: Seasons 1-7 (44 Disc Box Set) [DVD]
Buy used from: £59.99
There's not a lot I can say about The West Wing which hasn't already been said. It is superb. Lose yourself in a better Presidency, try to forget about Bush...
Pages for YouPages for You by Sylvia Brownrigg
Buy new: £4.97 / Used from: £2.26
Follow the narrators development in her first year of college and the relationship she develops with her TA. Beautifully told, the emotions portrayed are real and moving.
Farenheit 451Farenheit 451 by Ray Bradbury
Buy used from: £18.95
A classic in every sense of the word. There's a sense of Orwells big brother in this book but in a world we truly can see unfolding.
Sophie's World: A Novel About the History of PhilosophySophie's World: A Novel About the History of Philosophy by Jostein Gaarder
Buy new: £5.96 / Used from: £0.01
If you are off to Uni you need this book. It will give you a grounding in every idea that you'll need, it will open up your mind. Otherwise just read this book to expand how you think. Brilliant.
Tipping the Velvet (Virago V)Tipping the Velvet (Virago V) by Sarah Waters
Buy new: £5.96 / Used from: £0.07
Her first novel is her best. Detailed, well researched and gripping, you'll fall for all the girls right along with Nan.
Good OmensGood Omens by Neil Gaiman
Buy new: £5.99 / Used from: £0.01
bed time, on a train, on the beach, entertaining and full of brilliant reveals. My favourite of Gaimen and Pratchett.
The Color PurpleThe Color Purple by Alice Walker
Buy used from: £0.44
Heart warming and heart breaking.
Captain Corelli's MandolinCaptain Corelli's Mandolin by Louis De Bernieres
Buy new: £4.10 / Used from: £0.01
I had to read this for an A level but I've come to love it. The film did it absolutely no justice.
Office Space [1999] [DVD]Office Space [1999] [DVD]
Buy new: £3.88 / Used from: £1.75
Ever worked in an office? It doesn't matter either way because this film will make you laugh so much.
Run Lola Run [DVD] [1999]Run Lola Run [DVD] [1999]
Buy new: £4.78 / Used from: £3.25
A simple yet fantastic idea, brilliantly acted, watch it again and again.
Firefly - The Complete Series [DVD] [2003]Firefly - The Complete Series [DVD] [2003]
Buy new: £12.48 / Used from: £12.00
Tragically cut short to one series. Joss Whedon does it again with a cult, funny and engaging series which moves the goalposts for sci fi.
Serenity [DVD] [2005]Serenity [DVD] [2005]
Buy new: £2.97 / Used from: £0.72
Watch the series then catch the follow on movie that will tie up the loose ends.
V for Vendetta [DVD] [2006]V for Vendetta [DVD] [2006]
Buy new: £3.08 / Used from: £0.98
Comic book movie for real comic book lovers. V For Vendetta has a lot to say, especially in todays political climate.
Sin City [DVD] [2005]Sin City [DVD] [2005]
Buy new: £3.98 / Used from: £1.94
Slick and brutal, another comic book movie for real lovers of the graphic novel. Sticks very closely to Frank Millar's books.
Donnie Darko - Director's Cut (Two Disc Set) [DVD] [2002]Donnie Darko - Director's Cut (Two Disc Set) [DVD] [2002]
Buy new: £5.98 / Used from: £1.64
Watch with friends then argue about it after. My favourite thing to do.
Kind of BlueKind of Blue by Miles Davis
Buy used from: £18.99
I cannot go anywhere without a copy of this. It will fill you with emotion and you won't know why.
Back To BlackBack To Black by Amy Winehouse
Buy new: £4.98 / Used from: £1.44
I've fallen for the dirty vocals and filthy mouth. She makes me shake my ass.
Songs for My FuneralSongs for My Funeral by Nostalgia 77
Buy new: £9.79 / Used from: £4.48
If you get a chance to see these guy live then go, go,go. Fantastic jazz octet.
Speak For YourselfSpeak For Yourself by Imogen Heap
Buy used from: £33.94
Gorgeous, self produced album, you will melt into her soul with this one. Highly recommended.