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The Lord of the Rings (3 Book Box set)
1.  The Lord of the Rings (3 Book Box set) by J. R. R. Tolkien
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  "An absolute masterpiece. Trust me, give it a chance. Spellbinding!"
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Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban (Book 3) Paperback
2.  Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban (Book 3) Paperback by J. K. Rowling
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  "I'm not a huge HP fan, but this is great fantasy story. Give JK the benefit of the doubt and enjoy her best book yet."
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Billy
3.  Billy by Pamela Stephenson
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  "OK, just humour me here. Billy (love 'im or hate 'im) is a fascinating character and Pamela is a warm, enthusiastic biographer. Excellent!"
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Bravemouth: Living with Billy Connolly
4.  Bravemouth: Living with Billy Connolly by Dr Pamela Stephenson Connolly
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  "Pamela's second book is even more delightful. Fascinating read."
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The Science Of Discworld Revised Edition (Science of Discworld 1)
5.  The Science Of Discworld Revised Edition (Science of Discworld 1) by Terry Pratchett
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  "Terry Pratchett isn't everyone's cup of tea, but this is a very interesting read for the armchair scientist. The intertwined discworld tale is great fun too!"
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McCarthy's Bar: A Journey of Discovery in Ireland
6.  McCarthy's Bar: A Journey of Discovery in Ireland by Pete McCarthy
The list author says:
  "Anyone wanting a laugh should read this. Pete is not just a Bill Bryson wannabe, in fact this debut is "Bryson without the boring bits!""
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Northern Lights: WITH Subtle Knife AND Amber Spyglass (His Dark Materials)
7.  Northern Lights: WITH Subtle Knife AND Amber Spyglass (His Dark Materials) by Philip Pullman
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  "Philip Pullman has made something special here. For children and adults alike these are real stories, enchanting, exciting and engaging. Buy for your daughter and take a sneaky look!"
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Red Dwarf Omnibus: Red Dwarf: Infinity Welcomes Careful Drivers & Better Than Life
8.  Red Dwarf Omnibus: Red Dwarf: Infinity Welcomes Careful Drivers & Better Than Life by Grant Naylor
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  "Not just novelisations of a TV show, these books are credible fantasy, with unusually well rounded characters and situations. Don't read in public, you WILL laugh out loud!"
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Tunnel Vision (V. I. Warshawski novel)
9.  Tunnel Vision (V. I. Warshawski novel) by Sara Paretsky
The list author says:
  "Forget Sue Grafton's Kinsey Millhone. Vic Warshawski is the best female P.I. around! Paretsky's writing is taught and exciting. Vic kicks ass!!"
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Full Circle: A Pacific Journey with Michael Palin
10.  Full Circle: A Pacific Journey with Michael Palin by Michael Palin
The list author says:
  "Even if Python wasn't your thing, read this. Michael Palin is a comical and engaging author, and the epic journey is sure to inspire you to broaden your horizons!"
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An Evil Cradling
11.  An Evil Cradling by Brian Keenan
The list author says:
  "While everyone knows the story of broadcaster John McCarthy, this is the story of his companion in captivity, told with fiery passion and true insight. Unmissable!"
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20000 Leagues Under the Sea
12.  20000 Leagues Under the Sea by Jules Verne
The list author says:
  "Although the scientific content is daunting, this is a marvellous story: truly breathtaking vistas are described so well they are almost tangible. Science fiction is not a new invention, you know!"
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Journey to the Centre of the Earth (Penguin Popular Classics)
13.  Journey to the Centre of the Earth (Penguin Popular Classics) by Jules Peabody Verne
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  "Another outstanding tale. The characters here are less well known, but if anything even more deep and colourful. Though quaint and old-fashioned, a worthy read."
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Just Practising: Early Days as a Country Vet
14.  Just Practising: Early Days as a Country Vet by David Grant
The list author says:
  "Now I love James Herriot, but for a more modern and in some ways more accesible read, try this. Grant is humorous and likeable, and can tell a great story!"
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The Borrowers Avenged (Odyssey/Harcourt Young Classic)
15.  The Borrowers Avenged (Odyssey/Harcourt Young Classic) by Mary Norton
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  "I love the Borrowers books and this last one is my favourite. Whilst aimed at children, they are very loveable, and I dare you not to wish you were Arrietty, with her spirit of fun and adventure!"
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The School at the Chalet
16.  The School at the Chalet by Elinor M. Brent-Dyer
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  "I highly recommend this and all the books in the series. Since I was little I have fantasised about a school in the mountains and wanted to be Jo Bettany. Yes they're quaint, but you'll love em!"
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