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Tigerman by Nick Harkaway


2014
11.20

“Here’s a breath of fresh air into the arena. Funny, tender and crafted, certainly inventive.
I’d like to see/read more of his, and wouldn’t it be good for some of the characters to appear in future books.
Take small island in the pacific which is due to expire, add a straight out of military combat burnt out soldier in the role as British colonial sergeant. He befriends a comic book reading teenager and they embark on creating Tigerman.
If you ever get a chance to see Nick Harkaway giving a talk or reading do grab the opportunity, he is a real gent and passionate about books and reading, plus he is an excellent author. 8/10

Score 8/10

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The Chessmen by Peter May


2014
11.15

“I really like Peter May’s Scottish mysteries.
This one has a real sense of place and he brings it alive.
My only gripe is the ending isn’t as strong as the rest of the story/plot, but don’t let that deter you from reading this very well done thriller. 7.5/10

Score 7.5/10

Date read November 2014

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Vanished by Tim Weaver


2014
11.11

“A fresh new thriller novelist who has climbed the bestseller list.
An interesting angle in that his books are threaded with a missing persons theme.
London based and well done, I liked it. I also met Tim and he is a thoughtful and good speaker, I’ll read more of his. 6/10

Score 6/10

Date read November 2014

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The Bone Clocks by David Mitchell


2014
10.23

“Terrific form from one of my favourite authors.
More linear than some works, goes into some mystical realism, fantastically biting characters. Top form.
Stop reading crap books and read this!
Our book club score 8/10 mine 8.5/10

Score 8.5/10

Date read October 2014

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