Fiction

Powerfully moving and atmospheric, a story about nature, community and survival in the time of the pandemic.

You're never entirely sure what to expect with Jodi Picoult, and this doesn't disappoint!

A wry and emotive, gripping and insightful political thriller from the respected and enigmatic journalist and presenter. Loved it!

'Prejudice and the refugee experience are examined in this taut novel set in Malaysia'. Described as 'gripping', 'moving' and skilfully written, what will we think of it?

Sinister and compelling mystery set around a puzzling disappearance, the unravelling of a marriage and a psychiatrist's inner thoughts. Couldn't put it down.

Marisa has known Jake for only a few months but has no hesitation about moving in with him and trying for a baby. But in this novel of twists and surprises, no one is quite as they seem.

A young mum goes to a party and never returns home. A year later someone seems to be leaving clues to the events of that night.

It's midnight on Nora's last day on earth and she is transported to a library. This is where she can explore what else might have happened in her life, if she'd made different choices. Described as 'a beautiful fable', 'a brilliant premise and great fun', what will we think of it? 

The outbreak of a virus threatens the world order, affecting only men. Brilliantly written page-turner that boasts sensitivity and hope.

A year in the life of a woman caring for her four chickens as she comes to terms with not having children. Brilliant!

The joys and struggles of bringing up a young family are told in this beautiful, sensitive and entertaining account of life on Magnolia Road.

When a series of murders take place on a college campus, suspicion immediately turns to the secret research programme involving psychopaths. An astonishing thriller.

Family life in Brussels challenged by infidelity and adolescence, with a backdrop of a refugee crisis and terrorism. Brilliant!

Living alone, estranged from her family, Missy Carmichael finds friendship through a chance meeting in her local park.

Fantastically atmospheric, great characterisation and an intriguing mystery. Rather wonderful!

A part-time librarian confronts the polarised world in what is described as a 'brilliant, funny and terrifying novel'. What will we think of it?

An all expenses paid trip to celebrate a friend's birthday in a safari lodge in South Africa. A dream holiday turns into a nightmare.