‘Keith Nolan falls in love with a remarkable young woman from the past, talking to him on a home video…
This is a spoiler-free review, in case you’re intending to read the previous book, Children of Time. A sequel to…
An excellent, thought-provoking and ultimately heartwarming read, this is a work of historical fiction about women and the vote. I…
Translated by Allison Markin Powell, this quirky novel is a contemporary love story which examines the mysteries of other people’s…
I last read this book 10 years ago. This is my third reading and it confirms my memory of the…
There are so many characters in J K Rowling’s Harry Potter universe. All have their legions of fans. Hermione Granger,…
Question: what’s the best way to travel? Answer: with a bit of literary magic. Here are 5 more types of…
This is a remarkable black and white film, based on Alan Sillitoe’s short story which was part of a collection…
This 1932 novel often appears on ‘funniest book’ lists. When I read it back in 2010, I didn’t find it…
I was completely absorbed in this beautifully written story about family and identity. I can’t believe it’s the author’s debut…