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NOVEL IDEAS: TURN OVER A NEW LEAF
from TAG 2021
by Jason Hollis
TOP SIX BOOKS TO READ THIS YEAR
Welcome readers to Tag ’21’s fresh fiction recommendations! This is where we give you an overview and insight into worthwhile books recently released. By reading this article, you will find inspirational and captivating reads suited to your tastes.
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ADVENTURE
THE BALLAD OF SONGBIRDS AND SNAKES
This is a newer spin-off novel by the author Suzanne Collins, who is known for writing the very well received and popular Hunger Games series, that became adapted into 'LIVE LOUNGE blockbuster movies. Interestingly, The Ballad of Songbirds
IS BOTH FUN and Snakes was a virtual release due to the delays and AND INCREDBLY intrusion of the COVID-19 global pandemic.
REWARDING'With reference to the original stories and new moral conflicts presented by this novel, it succeeds in the expansion of worldbuilding, narrative depth and casting light on more of the series backstory/lore. If you appreciated Suzanne Collin’s first Hunger Games books, then you shall probably be at home in this renewed dystopian world.
MY YEAR ABROAD
This is the latest book from the awardwinning author who wrote Native Speaker and On Such A Full Sea, this is Chang-Rea Lee. His latest book is called My Year Abroad. The novel is about the characters, Pong Lou and Tiller. Pong is a Chinese-American entrepreneur who is very creative. While Tiller, on the other hand, is an average American college student. However Pong sees potential in Tiller and decides to make him his protege, taking Tiller on a thrilling adventure across Asia. Both characters take on extreme and eye opening experiences that could impact on both of their lives. If you’re into eye opening stories and amazing adventures, this is definitely the book you should get your hands on this year.
WAR LORD - THE LAST KINGDOM SERIES
The Last Kingdom series, written by Bernard Cornwell, are historical reads taking place in the warring ninth and 10th century in Britain in particular. War Lord is the finale of the series and serves as the conclusion. The Last Kingdom was adapted into a television series which followed the narrative of some of the novels. This final 13th entry is an interesting read to those who enjoy history. The themes of the overall series are both cultural and educational. A series that is entertaining in this genre can be rare, so if this area of history is attractive to you, it will be a good read.
MURDER/MYSTERY
MURDER IN OLD BOMBAY
Murder in Old Bombay features an engaging exotic setting: the vibrancy of Colonial India during the 19th century. The author, Nev March, has won awards for her debut book. With a wonderful historical location, this mysterious tale is enhanced by its atmosphere. It is no surprise that a story such as Murder in Old Bombay would be considered award-winning. This story is about Captain Jim Angihotri who is recovering from serious injuries in a Bombay hospital. While there, he learns two young women have fallen to their deaths at the university clock tower. It is up to Jim to uncover the mystery, but he has to go through a long and winding road to get there.
MOONFLOWER MURDERS
A novel by the renowned master of the murder mystery genre, Anthony Horowitz, here is a tale taking place within the same story as his previous bestseller, Magpie Murders. A complex, intriguing murder thriller, Horowitz’s new offering is said to be clever, relentlessly suspenseful and full of twists. The novel follows Susan, who is running a small hotel on a Greek island when she finds out about a murder that took place when her daughter got married. Susan is fascinated by the story but then learns that her daughter has now gone missing. She must return home to find out what really happened. If you like a dark take on crime fiction, you’ll enjoy this next classic by Anthony Horowitz.
THE THURSDAY MURDER CLUB
Written by famous TV presenter and uncle to the nation, Richard Osman, this a story about four old friends investigating unsolved murders every Thursday at their retirement village. When a death has occurred right on their doorstep, Joyce, Elizabeth, Ibrahim and Ron have their first case. Can they catch the killer before it’s too late? This story takes place in Kent, so should feel close to home! This is a great book if you want a sense of adventure and the feeling of suspense.
We hope you enjoy a happy summer of exciting reading!
