Books

The seventh and final book in the Harry Potter series that was so eagerly awaited did not disappoint. It'll be one you'll read and re-read again!

An epic novel, highly regarded as one of the most important works of Modernist literature, which should be read at least once in your life!

The Great Gatsby, not popular upon its initial release, has since become a classic. Written in 1925 but timeless in its quality.

A racy novel in which the protagonist becomes sexually obsessed with a twelve-year-old girl, also adapted to film by Stanley Kubrick.

Written in 1948 with a bleak view of the then, future, 1984 is frighteningly becoming a reality in today's CCTV cultre. A must-read for every 'Big Brother' fan. ha ha

Another oldie from 1932, Brave New World has surprisingly modern-seeming themes which will grab your interest with its social satirism.

Rascism and the desparate injustice of society are the core themes to this book. As seemingly heavy as that may sound, this novel contains much subtle humour. A highly enjoyable read.

Marking the coming-of-age of a group of young boys left to their own devices on an island, this novel is filled with humour, sadness and harsh reality.

Although heavy going at times, this is definitely one that you need to get round to reading. Semi-autobiographical of the protagonist it is also considered to be semi-autobiographical of the great author Dickens' own life.

Jane Austen's second novel is very enjoyable once you become accustomed to the language in which it is written. Don't let this put you off though!