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From: Provided You Don't Kiss Me
by Duncan Hamilton Chris Harvey writes: For years Brian Clough was the people's favourite to become England manager but he never got the chance to take charge of his country and this enthralling book goes a long way to explaining why. Reporting football for the 'Nottingham Evening Post' for 20 years, Duncan Hamilton was Clough's confidant but he does not shy away from the less appealing sides of his nature - the drinking, the rages - and offers a valuable insight into Old Big Ead's years at the Forest helm. |
Death and the Penguin
by Andrey Kurkov Katie Colombus writes: In post-Soviet Kiev, newspaper obituary writer Viktor, gets given a King penguin to look after, when the local zoo goes bankrupt. In this deadpan social satire, the odd twosome develop a touching relationship as Viktor battles to work out a sinister connection between his planned obits and the disappearance of local mafia figures... |
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Star Pick:
Shantaram
by Gregory David Roberts Based on a true story, this book will keep you hooked and transport you to India in all its gritty detail. A hefty book to pack but totally worth the effort. |
The bookworms over at Sky Shopping have been busy putting their own selection together for a good read this Summer. Check out their choices in Top 10 Summer Reads and start filling your suitcase!
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