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By McCall Alexander Smith
Very different from McCall Smith’s usual writings, this is a retelling of the Celtic myth of Angus – the god of dreams. A fairy tale for grownups, this book takes a bit of working at to get into it but I enjoyed it’s gentle pace and the fact that it is real escapism. Forget who wrote it and enjoy something completely different.
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By Barlen Pyamootoo
Benares is a remote Mauritian village where most of the journeys undertaken by its inhabitants take place firmly in the mind and a trip to the capital, Port Louis, is a great adventure. A story told in simple language with a poetic rhythm for those who like to immerse themselves in the lives of people who live in far away places.
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By Annping Chin
The four sisters of the title were born into an aristocratic Chinese family in the early years of the 20th century. This is the tale of a lost world, beautifully created from letters, diaries, family histories, journals and interviews.
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By Alessandro Baricco
There’s nothing ‘lost in translation’ in this simple story which follows a merchant from France to Japan on his quest to find silk worm eggs. A sensual, awe-inspiring story for all those who enjoy that forbidden dessert.
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By Magnus Mills
It appears that subsidised tea and sandwiches keeps the work force happy - or does it? If you're looking for something a little deadpan this could be for you.
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