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For Lovers of Fiction
The Lying Life of Adults – Ella Ferrante
‘[Ferrante] is brilliant at evoking the pain and beauty of adolescence […] this story feels fresh and new.’ – Melinda Woledge
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The Book of Two Ways – Jodi Picoult
‘This thought-provoking novel uses Egyptian history and archaeology, quantum physics, parallel universes and philosophy to examine questions of life, death, love, loss, choices and missed opportunities. A fascinating and profound read.’ – Melinda Woledge
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Revenge: Murder in Three Parts – S L Lim
‘A passionate protest in book form [and] a wonderfully cathartic and prescient read for these times.’ – Max Lewis
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The Survivors – Jane Harper
‘For fans like me, a new Harper book is a treat, and this is another cracking read.’ – Melinda Woledge
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For Lovers of Non-Fiction
The Time of our Lives: Growing older well – Robert Dessaix
‘A thoughtful, entertaining meditation on the joys and pitfalls of getting older.’ – Jennifer Somerville
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The Bird Way – Jennifer Ackerman
‘Ackerman writes in a highly entertaining manner, sharing her suprise and delight at the many discoveries she made during her travels. Maybe being a bird brain is something to celebrate.’ – Jennifer Somerville
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For Kids Young and Old
The World of Roald Dahl – Illustrated by Quentin Blake
‘Lucky the children who find this book in their Christmas stocking, for they will be swept away into the fantatic world of Roald Dahl.’ – Merle Morcom
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A Climate in Chaos – Neal Layton
‘It’s so refreshing when you pick up a children’s book where the author actually talks to the children. Neal Layton does that.’ – Merle Morcom
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Ellie’s Dragon – Bob Graham
‘This is a beautifully poignant story. I have read it over and over again and still find little bits of important information I havem issed from Bob Graham’s carefuly chosen words and his unique busy artwork.’ – Merle Morcom
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