Our Favourites
Stuck for ideas on what to try next? Here are some of the books we are passionate about. From old favourites we love to 'hot off the press' new releases that we're exited about, there's plenty to choose from and lots more in store. Keep checking out this page as we'll keep it regularly updated with information on what our favourite titles are and what new titles are entertaining us at the moment.
DEAR BOY: THE LIFE OF KEITH MOON by TONY FLETCHERReviewed by Mike C
Keith Moon, wild-man drummer of seminal rock band 'The Who', took Rock 'N' Roll excess to new and unprecedented levels. His drug & alcohol fueled bad behaviour created many legends that other celebrities still try to emulate or pay tribute to, to this day. Shocking in places, sometimes disturbing and
IS IT JUST ME OR IS EVERYTHING SHIT? THE ENCYLOPEDIA OF MODERN LIFE by ALAN McARTHUR AND STEVE LOWEReviewed by Mike C
No, it's not just you - modern life really is shit! Daily Mail readers probably won't enjoy this book, (see Page 51). I cried with laughter!
THE INTERPRETATION OF MURDER by JED RUBENFELDReviewed by Emma
Coinciding with Freud's first journey to America this book highlights the break through of psychoanalysis, as well as being a fast paced work of crime fiction. Fantastic character development and insights into the drive of egocentricity.
GHOSTS OF SPAIN by GILES TREMLETTReviewed by Emma
Giles Tremlett delves into the history and social behaviour of Spain with journalistic wit. He exposes the secrets of the Moors civil war and follows through to speak of his adopted country in modern day terms. A fabulous and informative mixture of history and travel writing.
THE BOOK OF LOST THINGS by JOHN CONNOLLYReviewed by Sam
This man is my favourite author! If you want to read an author who can write this is your guy! Fairy-tales for adults - a magical story!
COUNT TO TEN by KAREN ROSEReviewed by Sam
Fantastic!!! This book will appeal to all the crime fans of Cody McFaden. Real grizzly stuff!
WITH OR WITHOUT YOU by CAROLE MATTHEWSReviewed by Karla
'With Or Without You' is a great romantic book which had me laughing throughout. If you like Sophie Kinsella read this!
CRUSADE by ROBYN YOUNGReviewed by Sam
CRUSADE - What a fantastic second book! I don't normally read historical fiction bu this trilogy has blown me away. Can't wait for the next installment!
LIONBOY: THE TRUTH by ZIZOU CORDERReviewed by Sally
The third book in the series concludes this thrilling action adventure. Kids will love this series!
THE FOURTH BEAR by JASPER FFORDEReviewed by Sally
This is the second book that follows the adventures of the Nursery Crime Division - FForde's take on beloved nursery characters is hilarious!
AND THE ASS SAW THE ANGEL by NICK CAVEReviewed by James
They say there is a fine line between genius and insanity... This book sits right on that line! Not the easiest read, but ultimately incredibly rewarding.
THE DISCOMFORT ZONE by JONATHAN FRANZENReviewed by James
In 'Discomfort Zone' Jonathan Franzen relates his growth from geeky obsessive-compulsive teen to geeky obsessive-compulsive bestselling novelist with trademark wit and style.
JONATHAN STRANGE & MR NORRELL by SUSANNA CLARKEReviewed by Emma
An incredible debut novel. Clarke insinuates magic in every situation of life in 17th Century England, even attributing the victory at Waterloo to sorcery! Meet a cast of weird and wonderful characters along the way too!
THE CRIMSON PETAL AND THE WHITE by MICHEL FABERReviewed by James
800+ Pages and you still won't want it to end! Unforgettable characters interweave through each others lives. A very 21st Century take on the Victorian epic.
FOR TWO NIGHTS ONLY by TOM HOLTReviewed by Mike C
2 Original novels in one volume. 'OVERTIME' Features 'Blondel' - the greatest performer of all time-and-a-half, who is on a mission to rescue 'Richard Coeur de Lion' assisted by hapless WWII British pilot 'Guy Goodlet'. Lots of songs are sung, (well actually it's mostly the same song sung over and
THE REVENGE OF GAIA by JAMES LOVELOCKReviewed by Mike P
Lovelock gave us the Gaia hypothesis, now he challenges us to be clear on how dire the environmental crisis really is. This is so important and I urge everyone to read it.
THE PICTURE OF DORIAN GRAY by OSCAR WILDEReviewed by Emma
The best depiction of a narcissistic personality disorder that I have ever read in fiction. Wilde delves deep behind the facade of beauty and finds the evil within human nature. Brilliant character depiction. If classics aren't your thing why not try the modern adaptation 'Dorian' by Will Self.
THE ROAD by CORMAC McCARTHYReviewed by James
My all time favourite writer, and his standards haven't dropped! The story of a father and son travelling through a destroyed world with only each other to rely on. A future classic!
THE LOST BOY by DUNCAN STAFFReviewed by Emma
A fantastic new book on the moors murders, based on newly released correspondence from Hindley whilst in jail. Staff highlights new issues such as police negligence in the continuing search for the body of Keith Bennett.
TRANCE STATE by JOHN CASEReviewed by Mike C
A real edge-of-your-seat thrill ride of a novel about mind control. The science is both fascinating and a bit scary! The pace never lets up.
