Mrs Palfrey at the Claremont
A recently widowed woman finds unexpected friendship and inspiration in the eccentric residents of a London hotel, as she navigates the chal…
Literary Fiction
Rabbit Redux
In 1969 America, Harry 'Rabbit' Angstrom's life takes a chaotic turn when his wife leaves and he finds himself entangled with a runaway and …
Amongst Women
A powerful exploration of family dynamics and the struggle for independence, set against the backdrop of post-independence Ireland.
The Pumpkin Eater
A semi-autobiographical tale of a woman's breakdown in 1960s London, blending black comedy and raw emotion.
The Bottle Factory Outing
A darkly comic novel about two women working in a wine-bottling factory, where a seemingly innocent outing turns their lives upside down. In…
Vile Bodies
Evelyn Waugh's satirical romp through the Roaring Twenties, where the Bright Young Things indulge in wild escapades and hedonistic pursuits,…
The Fortunate Pilgrim
A powerful and emotionally charged novel that blends tenderness and rage, offering profound insights into the human experience.
The Covenant of Water
A sweeping family saga set in southern India, where a peculiar drowning affliction spans generations, intertwining love, hardship, and the p…
The Unbearable Lightness of Being
A profound exploration of love, existence, and the choices that shape our lives, set against the backdrop of political upheaval and personal…
The Incendiaries
A gripping tale of love, faith, and obsession, The Incendiaries explores the dangerous allure of extremism and the lengths we go to for thos…
Waiting for Eden
A poignant exploration of love, war, and the human spirit, Waiting for Eden delves into the life of a man left in a state of suspended anima…
Passing
A powerful tale of racial identity and the consequences of 'passing' in 1920s America, exploring themes of belonging, desire, and the comple…
The Awakening
A daring exploration of female independence and passion in the late 19th century, challenging societal norms and expectations.
Death in Venice
A tormented writer's obsession with a young boy in Venice leads to tragic consequences in this celebrated novella.
The Crying of Lot 49
A California housewife uncovers a bizarre conspiracy involving the U.S. Postal Service in this satirical masterpiece by Thomas Pynchon.
A Personal Matter
A Nobel Prize-winning novel that delves into the post-WWII anxieties of a dysfunctional society, following a man's struggle with his wife's …
Nightwood
Dive into the hauntingly beautiful and tragic love stories of expatriates in 1920s Paris with this modernist masterpiece that explores theme…
Snow Country
A haunting tale of doomed love set against the stark beauty of Japan's snow-covered mountains, where a wealthy man and a geisha navigate a p…
The Girls of Slender Means
In post-WWII London, the residents of a ladies' hostel navigate love, literature, and the lingering shadows of war in this witty and tragic …
Jakob von Gunten
Jakob von Gunten navigates the peculiar world of a school for servants, uncovering the absurdities and complexities of his training.
Fat City
A gritty, realistic tale of two boxers in Stockton, California, navigating the harsh realities and fleeting dreams of the fighting world.
If He Hollers Let Him Go
A gripping tale of racism and fear, this 1947 novel explores the harrowing experiences of a black man in a society drenched in race consciou…
Pnin
A heartwarming and humorous tale of a Russian émigré professor navigating the complexities of American life, Pnin captures the poignant stru…
Near to the Wild Heart
A groundbreaking debut novel that introduced Brazil to the genius of Clarice Lispector, exploring the life of Joana from childhood to transc…