The Berlin Wall by Frederick Taylor
Reviewed by Simon
I reviewed this book on Radio Merseyside when it first came out in hardback, and it went down really well. Taylor, whose other book 'Dresden' was also a bestseller, provides what can be considered a definitive account of one of the most famous structures in history. He tells the story

Once Upon A Time In The West by Hard-Fi
Reviewed by Simon
They say the 2nd album is always the toughest, and Hard-Fi did themselves no favours by producing such an excellent album as they did with their debut 'Stars of CCTV'. However, 'Once Upon A Time In The West' is an excellent follow up, still heavy with the iconic sound they

Russell the Sheep by Rob Scotton
Reviewed by Simon
This is an excellent children's picture book, ideal for reading (either yourself or to a child) at bedtime. Poor Russell the Sheep can't get to sleep, and some fantastic illustrations help show how he tries to nod off. The illustrations are important in a picture book, and these are excellent

Between The Minds by Jack Savoretti
Reviewed by Simon
This CD was put on the instore playlist and the first time I heard it I knew I was going to buy it. Normally after a week of hearing something played several times a day off you go off it, but not Savoretti's amazing debut album. This album (which comes

253 by Geoff Ryman
Reviewed by Ian
253, That's the number of people on a London tube train if all seats are occupied, including the driver. Unfortunately, in this story, the driver has just fell asleep at the controls. These are the last 6 minutes of 253 lives. The whole book takes place in this time frame,

Watchmen by Alan Moore
Reviewed by Ian
I’ve noticed this book on the shelves of bookshops since the 80’s mainly due to its visually striking cover, but for one reason or another never really bothered to pick it up. I was blown away by the visual writing style and incredible tale of wannabe retired superheroes, all deeply

Three Bags Full by Leonie Swann
Reviewed by Simon
Crime solving sheep! Yep, that's what this book is about. The flock's shepard is found murdered in the field, and while the humans seem to struggle or not care about finding the killer, the sheep become determined to see that justice is done. This book is well written,