Fiction

A beautifully written and moving account of the lives of two Scottish artists.

A tale of a small coastal community in Ireland, during lockdown, it's described as kind, funny and wise with 'plenty to say about compassion, community and the power of cold water'. What will we think of it?

A beautiful, sensitive and accomplished sequel to 'Pride and Prejudice' by the founder of Austentatious.

A story of small-town secrets in 1972, looking back to events affecting Jewish immigrants and African Americans living in Pennsylvania in the 1920s and 30s. Some big names have enjoyed this book - Barack Obama, Ann Patchett, Bonnie Garmus. Will we agree with them? This is our last meeting of the year so we'll start a little earlier, enjoy some festive treats and share our favourite books of 2026 as well as discussing this month's book.

A remarkable collection of 50 poems telling ‘a story of family, adoption and love’.

A beguiling, intriguing book about mortality and memory, our past and our future, what's true and false.

An intriguing fictional account of an extraordinary time in Italian cinema.

Another fabulously funny and beautifully observed tale of ordinary life by the author of 'Sandwich'.

Described as 'sharp, funny and a joy to read', this is 'a novel about love, friendship, dysfunctional families, and the unexpected paths that lead to happiness'. Will it make us laugh? What will we think of it?

Jimmy Perez has moved to Orkney, where there are more murders to investigate.

Roy Grace is called to investigate crimes at Buckingham Palace!

Anthony and Elva Pratt created the game Cluedo in 1943, but what would they be like solving a real life murder mystery?

Continuing the story of the life of Harry Cane from 'A Place Called Winter' but a powerful novel in its own right.

Described as 'wise, hilarious and profound' this book is 'a warm, tender and funny story about unlikely friendships, second chances, and the magic of soul music' from a writer who surprises with every book. What will we make of this?

The eighth instalment of the detective agency formed by Cormoran Strike and Robin Ellacott.

Three boys are being brought up in a residential home in an alternative reality with sinister intent.

A compelling, atmospheric story of two couples during England's coldest winter.