Book Reviews

Nobody has managed to recreate the secret world of spies and subterfuge with Le Carre's flair and 'Agent Running in the Field' cements his reputation as a master of the genre.

'Unfollow: A Memoir of Loving and Leaving the Westboro Baptist Church' by Megan Phelps-Roper is a compelling statement from a cult survivor.

'Grass' by Keum Suk Gendry-Kim is a graphic novel highlighting the spirit of life that finds a way even in the darkest times.

'The Book of Dust: The Secret Commonwealth (Book of Dust Vol.2) by Philip Pullman proves this sequence is every bit as excellent as "His Dark Materials".

'Year of the Monkey' by Patti Smith is a wonderful trip inside the mind of a poet. Difficult, convoluted and a little absurd, but well worth the effort.

'Quichotte by Salman Rushdie will ease the pain of your heart and make you feel a little less alone in this strange new world.

'King of King Court' by Travis Dandrois a great example of the literature that graphic novels can be.

'Arabicity', edited by Juliet Cestar and Rose Issa, is a wonderful collection of visual art which also serves as excellent introduction to the world of modern Arabic art.

'The Quarter' by Naguib Mahfouz is a lovingly executed and as artistic collection of short stories as you're liable to read anywhere.

'The Follies of Richard Wadsworth' rereads well thanks to Nick Maandag’s rich themes and skillful pacing.