From page-turning adventures to soul-stirring reads, this list is my personal collection of books that have stayed with me long after the last chapter. If you’re looking for inspiration, a cosy escape, or a deep dive into a new world, each book here ...
I would sell my soul to read this book again for the first time. It's not just a book - it's an experience - one that challenges, devastates and ultimately transforms its readers. It's a rare work that stays with you, reshaping your understanding of ...
A Little Life
Pachinko by Min Jin Lee is a masterful epic that spans four generations of a Korean family navigating life in 20th-century Japan. Beginning with Sunja, a young woman who defies societal expectations, the novel delves into themes of identity, survival...
Pachinko
Itis a darkly comic and deeply moving novel about family, shame, and the messy complexities of life. Set in a small Irish town, it follows the Barnes family as each member grapples with secrets, grief and their own obsessions. Murray’s writing perfec...
The Bee Sting
Shantaram is an epic, gripping tale set in 1980s Bombay. Following Lin, an Australian fugitive, the story dives into the city’s underworld, slums and vibrant streets. Packed with adventure, philosophy and heart, it’s a must-read if you’re heading to India - or...
Shantaram
The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue is an unforgettable heartbreaking beautifully written story about a woman cursed …. not going to spoil in case you want to read it. Spanning centuries, it’s a haunting and magical exploration of identity, freedom,and...
The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue
The Hate U Give is a gripping and powerful story about race, identity and justice. Following Starr, a teen who witnesses her friend’s tragic death, the novel explores courage, activism and finding your voice. Unforgettable and deeply moving.
The Hate U Give
Nightbitch is a darkly funny and surreal take on motherhood and identity. Following a mom who starts transforming into a dog, it’s a wild, thought-provoking exploration of change, desire and the pressures of domestic life. A bit out there at times, but incredib...
Nightbitch
One of a kind book you'll come across. I head about this book on a podcast and was so intrigued, had to buy it straight away. It's a heartbreaking story, but so educational