ANN PATCHETT Tom Lake. Reviewed by Ann Skea
A mother tells her daughters the story of her past – or some of it – in this new novel from the author of The Dutch House. ‘Wait, wait, wait, you wanted to be a vet?’...
Read MoreA mother tells her daughters the story of her past – or some of it – in this new novel from the author of The Dutch House. ‘Wait, wait, wait, you wanted to be a vet?’...
Read MoreThe third novel from pulp fiction aficionado Andrew Nette is a delightful, knowing nod to the genre. Following on from the enjoyable Gunshine State, Orphan Road again...
Read MoreKirsty Jagger’s debut novel is a confronting story about growing up in the worst of circumstances, and how violence and poverty can happen to anyone. Potential readers...
Read MoreThe latest novel from Karen Brooks brings Restoration London to life, particularly the world of its theatres and playwright Aphra Behn. Papa always said I was unnatural...
Read MoreJames Hynes’ new novel spins a tale from the edge of the Roman Empire. I was initially perplexed by Sparrow, a historical novel that diverges from the usual focus of...
Read MoreLuke Rutledge’s debut novel is both a social comedy and a moving story of coming out. Luke Rutledge has written a delightful comedy of manners set against the backdrop...
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