New Book Reviews: Majumdar, Bordas & Newman
Explore our reviews of three compelling new novels: a climate-change thriller set in India, a collection of absurdist short stories, and a quirky family comedy. Discover your next read today.
Explore our reviews of three compelling new novels: a climate-change thriller set in India, a collection of absurdist short stories, and a quirky family comedy. Discover your next read today.
Explore reissued classics: John Banville's spy novel 'The Untouchable', Ray Bradbury's prophetic sci-fi 'The Illustrated Man', and Thomas Mann's 'Death in Venice'. Discover timeless themes in new editions.
Dive into three new psychological thrillers from Alice Feeney, Sophie Hannah and Lesley Kara. Explore twisted identities, unreliable confessions, and chilling revenge. Available now from the Mail Bookshop.
New York Times bestselling author Laura Dave shares the books she'd take to a desert island, the novel that left her cold, and the childhood story that started it all. Discover her literary loves.
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RecommendedA hidden gem in Hackney has been ranked among the world's greatest independent bookshops by Cultured magazine. Discover the London store that made the global list.
Comedian Bob Mortimer's third mystery novel, 'The Long Shoe', is a surreal cosy crime caper brought to life by a stellar audiobook cast including Diane Morgan. Discover the quirky tale of an unlucky bathroom salesman.
Comedian Bob Mortimer's third mystery novel, 'The Long Shoe', is a surreal cosy crime tale brought to life by stellar performances from Diane Morgan and Arabella Weir. Discover the quirky audiobook review.
A publisher alleges Welsh poet Dylan Thomas plagiarised over a dozen poems in his youth. Discover how this could reshape the legacy of one of Britain's literary icons.
A publisher claims Dylan Thomas plagiarised over a dozen poems as a schoolboy. Discover the findings set to reshape views on the poet's early years.
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RecommendedNovelist Elizabeth McCracken's new book, 'A Long Game', demolishes tired creative writing advice. Discover her bracing, liberating take on the craft. Read the full review.
Novelist Elizabeth McCracken's new craft book, 'A Long Game,' demolishes clichéd writing advice. Discover her rebellious, liberating approach to fiction. Read the full review.
Sophie Pinkham's new book explores how Russia's immense taiga, home to more trees than stars in our galaxy, has shaped its history, wars, and national identity. Discover the forest's enduring power.
Review of Patrick Charnley's moving debut novel 'This, My Second Life', drawing on his near-death experience. A tale of convalescence in Cornwall. Order your copy now.
Drawn from his own near-death experience, Patrick Charnley's debut novel 'This, My Second Life' is a spare, beautiful tale of convalescence in Cornwall. A piercing read about putting the pieces back together.
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RecommendedAmir Mehdi Haghighat's translated book was found in the rubble after missile strikes on Tehran in June 2025, revealing translation as an act of defiance. Read his powerful story.
Amir Mehdi Haghighat's translated book was found in the ruins of a Tehran apartment block after missile strikes. His story reveals translation as an act of defiance and the enduring power of words. Read his powerful account.
Renowned Wisconsin author Michael Schumacher, famed for biographies of Eric Clapton and Francis Ford Coppola, has died at 75. Read about his literary legacy.
Michael Schumacher, the celebrated Wisconsin author known for biographies of Francis Ford Coppola and Eric Clapton, has passed away at 75. Read about his life and literary legacy.
Michael Schumacher, the respected biographer of Francis Ford Coppola and Eric Clapton, has passed away at 75. His daughter confirmed the sad news. Discover his literary legacy.
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RecommendedMichael Schumacher, the acclaimed biographer of Francis Ford Coppola and Eric Clapton, has passed away at 75. Discover the life and legacy of the prolific Wisconsin writer.
Explore Ed Kashi's 45-year career documenting global social issues, from Northern Ireland to Nicaragua. His new book offers a powerful visual history of our era.
Philosopher C Thi Nguyen's new book warns how our obsession with scores, from Duolingo to GDP, is undermining true human flourishing. A brilliant review of 'The Score'.
A viral video analysing a 200-year-old Bible's timeline suggests humanity has reached a 6,000-year milestone, interpreted by some as a divine reset. Discover the history and modern debate.
With library use dwindling, rediscover why joining your local library offers free books, vital community, and proven health benefits. Make it your 2026 goal.
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RecommendedAs 2026 is declared the UK's National Year of Reading, fears of a 'post-literate society' are challenged. Discover why books and the life of the mind have a robust future.
As a new Netflix adaptation and major exhibitions launch, we explore Agatha Christie's enduring legacy and her profound connection to London. Discover the Queen of Crime's secrets.
50 years after her death, Agatha Christie dominates 2026 with a Netflix adaptation, major exhibitions, and a new book exploring her London. Discover the Queen of Crime's enduring appeal.
From 'Fifty Shades' to viral hits, fan fiction is a powerful, creative force. Discover why this grassroots genre deserves its place in the literary canon and what it says about modern storytelling.
Exploring how fan fiction has evolved from niche hobby to legitimate literary form, challenging traditional notions of authorship and creativity. Discover its cultural impact.
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RecommendedA Guardian reader makes the case for Emily Brontë's classic novel to be adapted as a three-part film, drawing parallels with ancient Greek drama. Read the full argument.