Our Favourites
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All reviews are written by our booksellers – why not give one of the suggestions a try? You never know... you might like it!
Submarine by Joe DunthorneReviewed by Lance
This great novel, a bit like a cross between 'Hollyoaks' and 'The Curious Incident Of The Dog In The Night', has a very natural feel to it and contains one of the most realistic portrayls of a teenager that I've ever read....
Runaways, Vol.1: Pride & Joy by Brian K VaughnReviewed by Lance
This is a great, great, GREAT book... written by the wonderful Brian K Vaughn this comes on like HEROES crossed with BEVERLY HILLS 90210. An essential read for any fans of comic books, psychic dinosaurs, or men with moustaches....
Soon I Will Be Invincible by Austin GrossmanReviewed by Lance
This takes the superhero/supervillain concept but from a perspective rarely seen... that of the villain. It's a must-buy for fans of 'Heroes', comics, or those who enjoy a fun read with some great twists and turns....
The Truth About Chuck Norris by Ian SpectorReviewed by Ollie
This is a fascinating, in-depth, highly-researched look into the life of Chuck Norris. I don't, in all my years, ever recall reading a more insightful book. Did you know, for example, that when Chuck Norris sleeps the whole world stops and waits for him to wake up again....
Demon Seed by Dean R. KoontzReviewed by Alex
Imagine, if you can, moving into a new house. An automated house. Run by an intelligent computer. Now, imagine that house fell in love with you... Not, it must be said, something I have ever imagined myself but Dean Koontz has and thank your lucky stars that he has because...
The Last Victim by Jason MossReviewed by Neil
I half-heartedly picked this up but didn't put it down once I started. It's the real account of how a young student got to know the serial murderer John Wayne Gacy through correspondence and phone calls, leading up to a meeting which, when you read it, will leave you feeling...
Average American Male by Chad KultgenReviewed by Lance
Controversial? Check. Explicit? Check. Funny? Check. That'll be the book I'll be recommending, then! This is a glimpse into the "average" 20-something male psyche. So, of course, it is full of sex and swearing and an awful lot of videogames. Hurrah! The only way I can describe this book is...
The Magic Faraway Tree by Enid BlytonReviewed by Julie
I still remember 'The Magic Faraway Tree' from my childhood, and when I read it to my children... every child is sure to enjoy this tale of magic, fantasy and unusual lands at the top of the Faraway Tree....
The Princess Bride by William GoldmanReviewed by Lance
One of my all-time favourite books is 'The Princess Bride' by William Goldman. It's what he based the script to the movie of the same name on, but I actually enjoy the book more. It's full of adventure, true-love, loss, revenge, torture, pirates, good men, bad men, not-sure-what...
Join Me! by Danny WallaceReviewed by Ollie
I think I'd have to say that one of my favourite authors of this century is Danny Wallace. His random adventures are full of fun, such as when he said 'Yes' to everything for a year or, as documented in the book 'Join Me', he started his own cult...
Shadows Of The Empire by Steve PerryReviewed by Shez
Obviously, we all love books and I'm sure my colleagues have many favourites, but one of mine is the Star Wars novel 'Shadows Of The Empire' for it bridges the gap between the movies 'Empire Strikes Back' and 'Return Of The Jedi'. It's a real must-buy for any Star...
My Sister's Keeper by Jodi PicoultReviewed by Debbie
My favourite read is Jodi Picoult's book 'My Sister's Keeper'. It's an engrossing story with a dilemma that draws the reader in and I found myself really feeling for the characters....
The Owl Who Was Afriad Of The Dark by Jill TomlinsonReviewed by Suzy
This is, in my opinion, one of the best books written for kids that I've ever! The adventures of Plop the owl always seem to strike a chord and it has become a beloved favourite of children the world over....
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2008 sees the release of the latest Indiana Jones adventure, called "The Kingdom Of The Crystal Skull."
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