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items: 30 best romance books to make you believe in love again: From Emily Henry to Jilly Cooper
items: How to read Diana Gabaldon’s Outlander books in order
items: How to read James Patterson’s Alex Cross books in order
items: Need more Bridgerton now? 17 steamy historical romances and raciest Regency books to whet your appetite
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items: From page-turners to prizewinners: The best 27 books of 2025 so far
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30 best romance books to make you believe in love again: From Emily Henry to Jilly Cooper
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date: 2026-04-16T06:00:08.000Z
creator: Fleurine Tideman
subject: Books
subject: RT Book Club
description: Will it be love at first page? Crack open one of these swoon-worthy romances and find out.
encoded: There’s a reason romance novels are one of the most popular genres out there; there’s something universally compelling about love, and the whirlwind experience of falling into it. While the genre is sometimes dismissed, the sales figures and massive social media followings tell a very different story. Simply put: we can’t resist a good love story. And sometimes, we need one. Whether it’s after being ghosted, attending yet another wedding solo, or discovering your partner has still left their socks on the floor, romance fiction offers the perfect escape. When dating apps feel exhausting or your other half is working late again, it’s time to turn to a novel that reminds you what falling in love can feel like. From Emily Henry’s sun-soaked tales of self-discovery to Jilly Cooper’s glamorous, high-stakes romantic sagas, these 30 books prove that romance at its best can make you fall in love with every page. Spanning first crushes, second chances, enemies-to-lovers tension and heart-racing chemistry, they capture love in all its messy, magical glory, and might just make you believe in it all over again. 30 best romance books Into the Blue by Emma Brodie You Again by Kate Goldbeck Every Summer After by Carley Fortune Happy Ending by Chloe Liese And Now, Back to You by BK Borison Can You Keep a Secret? by Sophie Kinsella Beach Read by Emily Henry As a Last Resort by Kristin Wollett Rivals by Jilly Cooper Left of Forever by Tarah DeWitt Funny Story by Emily Henry We Met Like This by Kasie West Done and Dusted by Lyla Sage Red, White & Royal Blue by Casey McQuiston It Happened on a Sunday by Tracy Wolff First-Time Caller by BK Borison Well, Actually by Mazey Eddings Friends with Benefits by Marisa Kanter Dukes and Dekes by Torie Jean The Notebook by Nicholas Sparks The High Dive by Chelsea Fagan Problematic Summer Romance by Ali Hazelwood Part of Your World by Abby Jimenez The Unhoneymooners by Christina Lauren It Happened One Summer by Tessa Bailey The Hating Game by Sally …

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How to read Diana Gabaldon’s Outlander books in order
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date: 2026-03-09T11:13:10.000Z
creator: Fleurine Tideman
subject: Books
subject: RT Book Club
description: We've put together the ultimate guide to the beloved time-travel series.
encoded: Diana Gabaldon’s Outlander series has become an absolute phenomenon, celebrated for its epic blend of romance, historical adventure and time-travel twists. Its devoted fan base is made up of readers of all ages, inspired not only by the main novels but also by the hit Outlander TV adaptation and spin-offs such as Blood of My Blood. Whether you’re a longtime enthusiast of Jamie and Claire or just discovering the allure of the Scottish Highlands, here’s a complete guide to reading the Outlander books in order. How to read the Outlander books and spin-offs in order Virgins (a novella found in Seven Stones to Stand or Fall) Outlander Dragonfly in Amber A Fugitive Green (a novella found in Seven Stones to Stand or Fall) Voyager Lord John and the Hellfire Club (a short story featured in Lord John and the Hand of Devils) Lord John and the Private Matter (a standalone novel) Lord John and the Succubus (a short story found in Lord John and the Hand of Devils) Lord John and the Brotherhood of the Blade (a standalone novel) Lord John and the Haunted Soldier (a short story found in Lord John and the Hand of Devils) The Custom of the Army (a short story found in Seven Stones to Stand or Fall) The Scottish Prisoner (a standalone novel) A Plague of Zombies (a short story found in Seven Stones to Stand or Fall) Besieged (a short story found in Seven Stones to Stand or Fall) Drums of Autumn The Fiery Cross A Breath of Snow and Ashes An Echo in the Bone Written in My Own Heart's Blood A Leaf on the Wind of All Hallows (a short story found in Seven Stones to Stand or Fall) The Space Between (a short story found in Seven Stones to Stand or Fall) Go Tell the Bees That I Am Gone What happens in Outlander by Diana Gabaldon? In Outlander, Claire Randall, a World War II-era combat nurse, is mysteriously transported back in time to 1743 Scotland while on a second honeymoon with her husband. She becomes entangled in the Jacobite uprising and must navigate a dangerous and unfamiliar world, whe…

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How to read James Patterson’s Alex Cross books in order
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date: 2026-02-10T15:00:45.000Z
creator: Fleurine Tideman
subject: Books
subject: RT Book Club
description: We've put together the ultimate guide to James Patterson’s Alex Cross series, from his very first case to his latest showdown.
encoded: As Aldis Hodge returns as Alex Cross in the second season of Prime Video's adaptation, simply titled Cross, now could be the perfect time to revisit or read for the first time the novels that inspired it. Over more than three decades, Alex Cross has emerged as one of suspense fiction’s most enduring characters, appearing in 34 novels to date by James Patterson. Of course, the Alex Cross series isn't the only one written by Patterson, but it is a fan favourite, with readers finding themselves hooked by the adventures of the Metropolitan Police Department. Whether you're a newcomer who's enjoying the Prime Video series, a seasoned Cross-head who's read all of the novels, or someone looking for a lighter spin-off fix, you’ll find everything you need to know in this guide to Patterson’s most popular series. Here’s how you read the Alex Cross books in order. How to read the Alex Cross books in order Along Came a Spider (1993) Kiss the Girls (1995) Jack & Jill (1996) Cat & Mouse (1997) Pop Goes the Weasel (1999) Roses Are Red (2000) Violets Are Blue (2001) Four Blind Mice (2002) The Big Bad Wolf (2003) London Bridges (2004) Mary, Mary (2005) Cross (2006) Double Cross (2007) Cross Country (2008) Alex Cross’s Trial (2009) I, Alex Cross (2009) Cross Fire (2010) Kill Alex Cross (2011) Merry Christmas, Alex Cross (2012) Alex Cross, Run (2013) Cross My Heart (2013) Hope to Die (2014) Cross Justice (2015) Cross the Line (2016) The People vs. Alex Cross (2017) Target: Alex Cross (2018) Criss Cross (2019) Deadly Cross (2020) Fear No Evil (2021) Triple Cross (2022) Cross Down (2023) Alex Cross Must Die (2023) The House of Cross (2024) Return of the Spider (2025) What’s the appeal of the Alex Cross series? Meet Alex Cross: a forensic psychologist turned DC detective, a widower raising children and a dogged crime-solver with a heart. Since the first novel was published in 1993, readers have followed Cross through gruesome murders, ruthless masterminds and personal heartache. Patterso…

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Need more Bridgerton now? 17 steamy historical romances and raciest Regency books to whet your appetite
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date: 2026-02-10T09:30:46.000Z
creator: Fleurine Tideman
subject: Books
subject: RT Book Club
description: Gentle Reader, it's time to actually read a book.
encoded: Gentle readers, if you binged the first half of Bridgerton season 4 and devoured Benedict and Sophie’s blossoming romance, you’re probably now staring at the calendar, counting down to Part Two on 26 February. We feel you. To pass the time, why not become a true gentle reader? Close that Netflix tab and pick up a book, it’s the best way to immerse yourself in the Regency romances of Bridgerton and other period dramas. To make it easier, we’ve rounded up the best historical romances and Regency-style reads to tide you over until the next episode. Let's get into some historical fiction. What to read after finishing Bridgerton An Offer from a Gentleman by Julia Quinn Marry Me By Midnight by Felicia Grossman Bookshop Cinderella by Laura Lee Guhrke A Waltz on the Wild Side by Erica Ridley A Lady’s Guide to Fortune-Hunting by Sophie Irwin A Lady For a Duke by Alex Hall A Rogue of One's Own by Evie Dunmore Desperate Duchesses by Eloisa James Much Ado About Margaret by Madeleine Roux A Gentleman’s Gentleman by TJ Alexander Hathor and the Prince by JJ McAvoy Remember When by Mary Balogh The Duke Undone by Joanna Lowell Notorious by Katherine Harlow Denying the Duke by Callie Hutton The Duchess Takes a Husband by Harper St George Lady Sophia's Lover by Lisa Kleypas 1. An Offer From a Gentleman by Julia Quinn It’ll come as no surprise that if you’re looking for books like Bridgerton season 4, the place to start is the novel that inspired it. The third book in the Bridgerton series follows Benedict and Sophie’s love story – a classic Cinderella tale, though even more enchanting on the page. Sophie Beckett was adapted into Sophie Baek for the series to suit the brilliant Yerin Ha and add extra layers to the role, and the novel has been rereleased with a series tie-in, making it the perfect follow-up to the season. Sophie never imagined she’d sneak into Lady Bridgerton’s legendary masquerade ball – or that her very own ‘Prince Charming’ would be waiting. Though the daughter of an…

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Harriet Tyce books in order: How to read The Traitors star's crime novels
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date: 2026-01-14T10:00:05.000Z
creator: Fleurine Tideman
subject: Books
subject: RT Book Club
description: All of the barrister turned crime writer turned Faithful's books, including her upcoming release.
encoded: As the UK becomes captivated by the latest season of The Traitors, one Faithful is standing out for her cunning strategy: Harriet Tyce. Not only is Tyce a successful crime writer, but she’s also a former barrister – though her fellow Faithfuls and the Traitors themselves remain blissfully unaware. Her sharp mind and calculated approach have made her a standout on the show, proving that her legal and writing skills translate perfectly to reality TV – and she's already caught one Traitor. While viewers cheer for Harriet on screen, many are also turning to her novels off screen, eager to dive into the dark, twisty worlds she creates and to support their crime-solving hero. Born and raised in Edinburgh, Harriet holds a Master’s in Creative Writing from the University of East Anglia and has published four gripping crime novels, with a fifth on the way. Her books have been praised for their clever plotting, so perfect for fans of suspense and thrillers. Here’s everything you need to know about Harriet Tyce’s books, how to read them in order, and details on her newest release. Harriet Tyce’s books in order Blood Orange (2019) The Lies You Told (2020) It Ends at Midnight (2022) A Lesson in Cruelty (2024) Witch Trial (2026) Blood Orange (2019) Harriet Tyce released her debut novel in 2019, drawing on her own legal experience to craft a far wilder tale of fiction. The story follows Alison, a woman who seemingly has it all: a doting husband, an adorable daughter, and a career on the rise. But Alison has just been handed her first murder case to defend, and beneath the perfect façade lies a life full of secrets. She drinks too much, neglects her family, and is having an affair with a colleague whose appetite for pushing boundaries may be more than she can handle. When her client wants to plead guilty to stabbing her husband, Alison senses that something isn’t right. Meanwhile, someone is watching her… and they know all of her secrets. Can Alison save her client? Can she save he…

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When is the next Heated Rivalry book released?
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date: 2026-01-13T13:57:38.000Z
creator: Fleurine Tideman
subject: Books
subject: RT Book Club
description: Your guide to Rachel Reid's Game Changers series.
encoded: Who would’ve thought we’d all be tuning in to watch men play ice hockey? Only, of course, we’re not really watching Heated Rivalry for the hockey — we’re here for the magnetic romance between the two star players, Shane Hollander (played by Hudson Williams) and Ilya Rozanov (Connor Storrie). Their fierce on-ice rivalry is mirrored by undeniable off-ice chemistry, as the pair struggles to balance a secret relationship with the intense demands of their professional lives. It’s high-stakes sport meets high-stakes romance, and viewers have been hooked. The series became an instant hit when season 1 premiered in its native Canada in December 2025, with such a strong response that a second season is already in the works. UK viewers were finally able to dive in when the show landed on 10 January 2026, and many of us have been eagerly devouring it ever since. What some viewers may not realise, however, is that Heated Rivalry is adapted from a hugely popular book series. The show is based on Heated Rivalry, the second novel in Rachel Reid’s Game Changers series, which centres on different gay couples navigating love, ambition and life in the world of professional ice hockey. Once you’ve finished binge-watching the TV adaptation, chances are you’ll want even more heat on the ice. That’s where the books come in... Here’s everything you need to know about the Heated Rivalry novels — also known as the Game Changers series. Happy reading. When is the next Heated Rivalry book out? Unrivaled is currently set for release on 29 September 2026. The Heated Rivalry duo are easily the most beloved characters in Rachel Reid’s Game Changers series — a fact made clear by one very important detail: Shane Hollander and Ilya Rozanov are the only couple to receive not just a sequel novel, but now a third book as well. On 12 January 2026, Reid officially announced that Shane and Ilya would be returning for another instalment. Titled Unrivaled, the upcoming novel is the seventh book in the Game C…

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23 best sci-fi books to help you escape reality: From Dune to The Martian
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date: 2025-12-03T10:42:22.000Z
creator: Fleurine Tideman
subject: Books
subject: RT Book Club
description: From epic space operas to mind‑bending thrillers, these are the sci‑fi stories that will transport you to other worlds.
encoded: Whether you’re craving distant galaxies, futuristic tech or alternate realities, sci‑fi offers the perfect escape from the everyday. From the sprawling deserts of Dune to the high‑stakes survival of The Martian, these 23 unmissable books will take you on journeys that stretch the imagination, challenge perception and remind us why we fell in love with the genre in the first place. There’s something for everyone on this list of the best sci-fi books, so buckle up and prepare to enter the stratosphere with us. 23 best sci-fi books Dune by Frank Herbert The Martian by Andy Weir Nineteen Eighty-Four by George Orwell Brave New World by Aldous Huxley The Three-Body Problem by Liu Cixin Hyperion by Dan Simmons The Ministry of Time by Kaliane Bradley The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy by Douglas Adams Red Mars by Kim Stanley Robinson Fahrenheit 451 by Ray Bradbury I Who Have Never Known Men by Jacqueline Harpman Kindred by Octavia E. Butler Slaughterhouse-Five by Kurt Vonnegut Never Let Me Go by Kazuo Ishiguro Ready Player One by Ernest Cline The Road by Cormac McCarthy The Space Between Worlds by Micaiah Johnson This Is How You Lose the Time War by Amal El-Mohtar and Max Gladstone Jade City by Fonda Lee Red Rising by Pierce Brown The Left Hand of Darkness by Ursula K. Le Guin Children of Time by Adrian Tchaikovsky A Memory Called Empire by Arkady Martine 1. Dune by Frank Herbert Before it became a blockbuster film starring Timothée Chalamet and Zendaya, Dune was Frank Herbert’s bestselling sci-fi epic, followed by five sequels that many fans still consider the pinnacle of the genre. Set on the desert planet Arrakis, it follows Paul Atreides, heir to a noble family tasked with ruling a hostile world where the most precious resource is the “spice” melange, a substance that extends life and heightens awareness. When House Atreides is betrayed, Paul is thrust into a perilous journey; one that will shape not only his destiny, but the fate of an entire universe. 2. The Martian…

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From page-turners to prizewinners: The best 27 books of 2025 so far
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date: 2025-10-02T09:00:27.000Z
creator: Fleurine Tideman
subject: Books
subject: RT Book Club
description: Whether it's breakout debuts, blockbuster returns, twisty thrillers or candid memoirs, these are the 2025 releases you won't want to miss.
encoded: This year has already delivered a spectacular array of stories, essays and revelations, with 2025 shaping up to be an excellent one for literature. From heartbreaking memoirs to mind‑bending novels, laugh‑out‑loud debuts to literary masterpieces, it’s hard to pick the best books of 2025, but we’ll try our hardest. Whether you’re after escapism, insight or sheer page‑turning pleasure, our round‑up of the year’s top books offers an ultimate guide to reading this year. Get ready to discover your next obsession, with something for everyone on this list. Best fiction books of 2025 A Particularly Nasty Case by Adam Kay Buckeye by Patrick Ryan The Rest of Our Lives by Benjamin Markovits What We Can Know by Ian McEwan The Artist by Lucy Steeds Disappoint Me by Nicola Dinan Stag Dance by Torrey Peters Boleyn Traitor by Philippa Gregory Atmosphere by Taylor Jenkins Reid Dream Count by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie Not Quite Dead Yet by Holly Jackson The Murder at World’s End by Ross Montgomery Katabasis by R.F.Kuang Onyx Storm by Rebecca Yarros Sunrise on the Reaping by Suzanne Collins Who Wants to Live Forever by Hanna Thomas Uose Bury Our Bones in the Midnight Soil by V.E. Schwab 1. A Particularly Nasty Case by Adam Kay Former doctor turned bestselling author Adam Kay makes a striking fiction debut with this medical mystery full of heart and dark humour. At its centre is Eitan Rose, a gifted doctor whose mental health struggles often hold him back. Still reeling from a breakup and haunted by the loss of his sister during his training, Eitan is just about keeping afloat when his boss dies suddenly. Convinced it’s more than natural causes, he sets out to uncover the truth. With sharp insights into medicine, an undercurrent of grief, and plenty of wit, A Particularly Nasty Case is a particularly good book to curl up with on a Sunday afternoon. 2. Buckeye by Patrick Ryan Rich with insight into the human spirit and sharp observations of American life, Buckeye is a generational tale o…

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23 best historical fiction books: From Taylor Jenkins Reid classic to Outlander
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date: 2025-09-29T10:49:39.000Z
creator: Fleurine Tideman
subject: Books
subject: RT Book Club
description: Turn back the clocks with these incredible historical fiction books and lose yourself in glittering royal courts or bustling wartime cities.
encoded: There’s nothing quite like a great historical novel to sweep you away to another time and place. From glittering royal courts and bustling wartime cities to the quieter lives forever changed by history’s turning points, these stories blend fact and imagination in the most compelling way. Leave your cosy reading nook for the streets of Paris, the royal bedchamber and the bloodstained beaches of Troy, with these 23 historical fiction books. You’re guaranteed an epic, emotional and transportive experience from the very first page. Best historical fiction books <a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/ALL-LIGHT-CANNOT-SEE-Breathtaking/dp/0008138303/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&dib_tag=se&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.zifBNf37ycLt_bO7FemPph2kNxTBfFfQ9mbtnr8pTQtmom1lZoMxOOsVwB0TDn_h_OHqm6ucVHmqSZ1PA9-ZhOiIhap-wv1LLiQKCdoimoBf7VCRAlrDVq-6Y167Dt_450V-oYYU5ulLINR2dO0PI3u8YD8agYetMPLcU2Zee5zz58Aiq2_26r4--IdmGSldzsDZKrJc3-VhilflIJRTLT8Iyf7eeX2Pd4o3ty7jgzk.FfVAGF2a9Lr0Y0js93azpSHYt2TCdX6ZE2uWoZ26454&qid=1758278340&sr=1-1&tag=radtim0b-21&ascsubtag=radiotimes-2310796" target="_blank" rel="sponsored">All the Light We Cannot See by Anthony Doerr <a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/Nightingale-Kristin-Hannah/dp/1509898417/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&dib_tag=se&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.1dg-3SGnHwzc6eMdBLL_DJZEtxk-WYIynZ7L---aBR2MAH8XexmkQKflvwnwrwG4jEDKtKxAdbwgX8mrtDGOL9LZSgRNsXZCB3xkG43DsIlmIlj2h232gLFiRRS7YOeL8B3_yoNHPeIZUgF_Qh15O_g-w2LXD8QZ9lehL5kf4h67uPLEnKmOtzLnIKB0a1jtl8z_fHYQTZ_MzLdgELe5s0clJZpAfr6IolszSIPevSI.hhE1LGdYzqtsAEiEqz-GtdNv6Jd07Y95usbrNAuezW4&qid=1758278362&sr=1-1&tag=radtim0b-21&ascsubtag=radiotimes-2310796" target="_blank" rel="sponsored">The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah <a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/Pachinko-New-York-Times-Bestseller/dp/1838930507/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&dib_tag=se&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.rFn_9Cuz_YqjAAfuJAzKFhPNLGEW6iNc62DLFqbTCDNN7ljkYNx3KYrjPBu-9cZeIClSSalvLKX_tR-ZePC9NE78zHOQgemrAJHzwtXeJ6uqktBzLjjRXAXrrn2Dp_G7MBsKUQk1aYiuQ6hm_zjV5Aq9jWis7k2oxPTbl…

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17 books to read if you're already missing The Summer I Turned Pretty
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date: 2025-09-26T10:16:54.000Z
creator: Fleurine Tideman
subject: Books
subject: RT Book Club
description: How to fill the Cousins Beach-shaped hole in your heart.
encoded: The finale of The Summer I Turned Pretty was the Gen Z/Millennial equivalent of the Friends finale. Only this time, instead of begging Rachel not to go to Paris, we were all urging Conrad to hop on a plane. Now that the kisses have been shared, the promises made, and our favourite couple is off to Brussels, we’re left with a gaping hole in our romance-loving hearts. With the nights drawing in, it’s the perfect moment to curl up with a book that can help fill the void. Here are the 17 best books to read if you’re already missing The Summer I Turned Pretty – well, until the film is released! What to read after finishing The Summer I Turned Pretty Better Than the Movies by Lynn Painter Anna and the French Kiss by Stephanie Perkins Every Summer After by Carley Fortune Call It What You Want by Alissa DeRogatis Meet Me at the Lake by Carley Fortune The Summer of Broken Rules by K.L. Walther One Italian Summer by Rebecca Serle Malibu Rising by Taylor Jenkins Reid Happy Place by Emily Henry We Were Liars by E. Lockhart Since You’ve Been Gone by Morgan Matson The Love That Split the World by Emily Henry But How Are You, Really by Ella Dawson Save the Date by Allison Raskin The Break-Up Pact by Emma Lord The Wedding People by Alison Espach To All the Boys I've Loved Before by Jenny Han 1. Better Than the Movies by Lynn Painter No one could miss the Audrey Hepburn references scattered throughout season 3 of The Summer I Turned Pretty – the perfect nod for an old movie enthusiast like Belly. A natural follow-up is Better Than the Movies by Lynn Painter, which is all about bringing that movie magic into your own life. The story follows Liz, a teen who has spent years planning her life like a romcom – right down to the grand romantic gestures – only to discover that real-life love is messier and far less predictable than any script. Like Belly learning that a wedding doesn’t solve everything and that problems follow you to Paris, Liz learns that love doesn’t always come on schedu…

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22 best thriller books to get your heart racing: from Gone Girl to Shutter Island
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date: 2025-08-29T06:00:28.000Z
creator: Fleurine Tideman
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subject: RT Book Club
description: Put your nervous system and puzzle-solving skills to the test with these incredible thriller novels.
encoded: Looking for a page-turner that will keep you on the edge of your seat? From pulse-pounding psychological twists to high-octane whodunnits, thrillers have a way of gripping us from the first chapter and refusing to let go. We’ve rounded up 22 of the best thrillers guaranteed to get your heart racing, whether you love a smart detective story, a chilling domestic mystery or a tale where everyone—and everything—is not quite what it seems. Curl up in a comfortable chair with these heart-racing thrillers and prepare for a wild, wild ride. 22 best thriller books <a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/Silent-Patient-most-anticipated-thriller-ebook/dp/B07G17DR4X/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2DUVTPKLR9KPF&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.HrEnyoB2mmofxUICfzTFvf9_RnwglLRIhJ194BhVFBhPdtQH32ZuaB_g3nRIL1HAqWXkVbcbv-jgbQkqPBGTj8MZh-68YKp3bzt2cSenQjElMdXAJ9IpcP74ehwu89hJRWU0mL5miZCL1oWB4GfE21Cj52ACqI9DVPPnqK34byJ6jfMJ2AFo_Yps1T7Ze7IN51_A6mEcvVOdFpakx263HTd3Kbd-ruYZGGCaHp4MBHM.LPt6uReUhHHljrJFnGS31AcQwxLdklDYC2hbWQhaj7A&dib_tag=se&keywords=The+Silent+Patient+by+Alex+Michaelides&qid=1755771319&s=books&sprefix=the+silent+patient+by+alex+michaelides%2Cstripbooks%2C119&sr=1-1&tag=radtim0b-21&ascsubtag=radiotimes-2310782" target="_blank" rel="sponsored">The Silent Patient by Alex Michaelides <a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/Gone-Girl-Gillian-Flynn/dp/0753827662/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&dib_tag=se&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.8g3B6-FTbN2RWQrCru5dxLkVmdHvV0lcZdG2PzNciuP5jyJxJXDp3oqFgj6H3OIVFUrM5N4sXrX26gV_uGMLHArTSguLISfMZL_kvR59UQZBeliPAvzueh5N5z0XAL0thGIzKeXcq089esbnxQZ0V-ArmvpE1tbpMu86QCucdbXNnUSawrlN1GS-HKco-3vGNvi8ukxHx0AeKFjoUpyBNWRq65H9YiAQhaNcXSbFZ3c.IG8uT_7XzxhNQHMBHWMrlBHUWdqY8nSCr5LkzDQMJcU&qid=1755771793&sr=1-1&tag=radtim0b-21&ascsubtag=radiotimes-2310782" target="_blank" rel="sponsored">Gone Girl by Gillian Flynn <a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/Girl-Train-Film-tie/dp/1784161756/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&dib_tag=se&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.Bfxo8r72v4OL4wrDcOMnYyjpuqZUalRasB5fwECVgpZGaWBYavmnoAJR66XbyhtWB3q5d…

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How to read Louise Penny's Chief Inspector Gamache books in order
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date: 2025-08-13T06:00:18.000Z
creator: Fleurine Tideman
subject: Books
subject: RT Book Club
description: We've put together the ultimate guide to Louise Penny’s Chief Inspector Gamache series ahead of The Black Wolf.
encoded: With nearly 20 novels and counting, Louise Penny shows no signs of slowing down when it comes to her hugely popular Chief Inspector Gamache series. Set mostly in the fictional Quebec village of Three Pines, the books blend the traditional whodunnit structure with a bit more psychological depth than most mysteries. Now, with The Black Wolf, the 20th instalment, set to be released on 28th October 2025, there’s never been a better time to dive into (or revisit) the world of Armand Gamache. Here’s how to read the Chief Inspector Gamache books in order – note that Penny also co-wrote State of Terror (2021) with Hillary Clinton, which is not part of her popular series, but a great read nonetheless. Who is Armand Gamache? Over the course of two decades of books, readers have come to know Chief Inspector Armand Gamache as one of crime fiction’s most beloved detectives. Not like your usual hard-boiled investigator, Gamache is gentle, intellectual and deeply principled, often quoting poetry or reflecting on the human condition. He believes in empathy over vengeance, and his leadership style is guided by “four sayings that lead to wisdom”: “I was wrong. I’m sorry. I don’t know. I need help.” Gamache was portrayed by Alfred Molina in the 2022 Amazon Prime adaptation Three Pines. Though the series was cancelled after one season, Molina’s performance was widely praised by fans of the books. Why do people love the Chief Inspector Gamache series so much? Aka, “How do I know if I’ll enjoy the Chief Inspector Gamache series?” A fair question, especially as it is quite the commitment to undergo. If you’re a fan of Agatha Christie, Ann Cleeves or Tana French, this series is likely to be your cup of tea – perhaps literally, as tea features heavily. Louise Penny’s novels are cosy yet complex, while the quaint village of Three Pines itself is so vivid, it feels like a character in its own right – which make the murders and buried traumas that take place in it all the more stark. Expect sn…

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How to read David Baldacci books in order
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date: 2025-08-11T06:00:36.000Z
creator: Fleurine Tideman
subject: Books
subject: RT Book Club
description: We've put together the ultimate guide to David Baldacci's many book series.
encoded: Since publishing his debut novel Absolute Power in 1996, David Baldacci has become a household name in crime and thriller fiction, releasing dozens of best-sellers across multiple beloved series. Whether he’s writing about elite assassins, ex-military investigators, or Secret Service agents with troubled pasts, Baldacci knows how to deliver fast-paced plots, high-stakes drama and characters you can’t help but root for. With such a wide-ranging back catalogue, it can be hard to know where to begin. Do you start with fan favourites like The Camel Club or Memory Man, or pick up one of his compelling standalone thrillers? We’re here to break down the reading order of all David Baldacci’s series and standalone books. How to read the Aloysius Archer series in order After serving a prison sentence for a crime he didn’t commit, Aloysius Archer wants to start a new, peaceful life. But when the WWII veteran takes a job as a debt collector for a local business tycoon, he quickly realises he’s in for more than he bargained for. Don’t worry, we haven’t seen the last of this quick-tongued private investigator. A fourth Aloysius Archer novel is planned for release in 2027, promising another trip back to the late 1950s. Here’s a list of the Aloysius Archer books in order: <a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/One-Good-Deed-David-Baldacci/dp/1529027500/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&dib_tag=AUTHOR&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.IrfOg3OYVZiNGmTPzMs4CiVYEnVnN4mXp51RvYmK4PVaC52fN-9mUQaHGdxrLM3wedWCiakZR2xe1R5tVHaFDnAcWt643w_SLbxbZ4zsiIzNTHWqcLMeF0aY2aYS__eoEkTPvStl2BpcwDw8sOfkGZjAiohKVlu0lBsfNJjwOz76ve-Db3-pRR0Yy_F2FP458Jp1IWLyBAC2jlzjzJqG5VUaPjBjrvzVesrxdNsJ2TM.hHWHdkeKPTorKQdCB6AeN0qMrRSWR0eldzpD-KbjzfI&tag=radtim0b-21&ascsubtag=radiotimes-2299966" target="_blank" rel="sponsored">One Good Deed (2019) <a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/Gambling-Man-Aloysius-Archer/dp/1529061806/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&dib_tag=AUTHOR&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.IrfOg3OYVZiNGmTPzMs4CiVYEnVnN4mXp51RvYmK4PVaC52fN-9mUQ…

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How to read Michael Connelly books in order
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date: 2025-08-09T06:00:27.000Z
creator: Fleurine Tideman
subject: Books
subject: RT Book Club
description: We've put together the ultimate guide to Michael Connelly's many book series.
encoded: Since publishing his debut novel, The Black Echo, in 1992, Michael Connelly has become one of the most respected names in crime fiction – earning fans around the world, including former US president Bill Clinton. Whether he's writing about relentless detectives like Harry Bosch, sharp defence attorneys like Mickey Haller or investigative reporters like Jack McEvoy, Connelly crafts intricate, character-driven stories that bring the gritty streets of Los Angeles to life. With such a vast and interconnected universe, like a literary version of the Avengers, it can be tough to know where to start. Do you dive into the Bosch series, begin with The Lincoln Lawyer, or explore one of his riveting standalone thrillers? We’re here to break down the reading order of all Michael Connelly’s series and standalone books. How to read the Bosch Universe books in order The Black Echo is the first novel in Michael Connelly’s long-running Bosch series, introducing LAPD detective Harry Bosch. When a body is found in a drainpipe off Mulholland Dam, Bosch is shocked to discover it's a fellow Vietnam "tunnel rat". As he digs into the case, Bosch uncovers a web of corruption, war trauma and a high-stakes bank heist that runs deeper than expected. The Bosch Universe spans multiple interconnected series and characters, including The Lincoln Lawyer’s Mickey Haller and The Poet’s Jack McEvoy. Across these books, Connelly crafts a gritty, character-driven portrait of Los Angeles crime, where justice is rarely straightforward. It’s a serious reading commitment, but the good news is that you’ll have your next year or two of reading sorted. Bosch is ageing and semi-retired, but he still plays key roles in recent novels, usually as a mentor or secondary protagonist alongside Renée Ballard or Mickey Haller. Here’s a list of the Bosch Universe books in order: <a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/Black-Echo-Harry-Bosch/dp/1409172783/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&dib_tag=AUTHOR&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.LMWHM…

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25 best opening lines in books
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date: 2025-08-08T06:00:51.000Z
creator: Fleurine Tideman
subject: Books
subject: RT Book Club
description: After all, it's crucial to start with a bang.
encoded: There’s something uniquely thrilling about a great opening line. Whether it drops you straight into the action, confuses you in the best possible way, or teases a twist you’ll be chasing for the next 400 pages, the best first sentences set the tone for everything that follows. Some are poetic, some are punchy, and others are just downright weird, but they all make you want to keep reading. Below, we’ve rounded up 25 of our favourite opening lines in literature. Some are iconic. Some are criminally underrated. All of them are unforgettable. 1. The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe by CS Lewis (1950) “Once there were four children whose names were Peter, Susan, Edmund, and Lucy. This story is about something that happened to them when they were sent away from London during the war because of the air-raids.” If we weren’t ready to take a trip to Narnia before this opening line, we certainly are now. With two simple sentences, CS Lewis not only introduces us to the four main characters but also piques our curiosity. If being evacuated from London during World War II isn’t the most interesting thing that happens to these children, then what on Earth is? Buy The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe 2. Red Mars by Kim Stanley Robinson (1992) “Mars was empty before we came. That's not to say that nothing had ever happened.” Long before the era of billionaire space races, Kim Stanley Robinson took us to Mars in this daring sci-fi trilogy. These two opening lines are quiet but deeply unsettling, raising more questions than they answer. It sets the tone for the epic, philosophical and political narrative that unfolds. <a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/Red-Mars-Kim-Stanley-Robinson/dp/0007310161/ref=sr_1_1?crid=325G092RWW74K&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.r2Mq428g7H-fgXuJ-EdAZJ7dbCvxtgLZsBkjR2mtdRTZ2AZ6WzVJB084tOkXxZkG_imtvjcMMUOT3cLcKCHOeu6VxBYlRHwZmq488ldEJXY17m8Zf_mW1w3YisyJ1nSJpCYns2O1HITO_aOPhGQQgRHHcCxrY5e4En9zCZaNWRwVrxN8I43HdZB7p9FKw4hMjSaxdP2V9IRGnU3pmqz4l4cObSIJ185XDVPrgVGpC9c.H6q4PkblG…

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How to read Freida McFadden books in order
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date: 2025-08-06T06:00:05.000Z
creator: Fleurine Tideman
subject: Books
subject: RT Book Club
description: We've put together the ultimate guide to Freida McFadden's many book series.
encoded: We’ve all got 24 hours in a day, but somehow Freida McFadden seems to have found a few extra. She’s not only a practising doctor but also a best-selling author who manages to release several gripping psychological thrillers each year. Many of her books draw on her medical background, blending real-world experience with sharp twists, tense pacing and genuinely gasp-worthy moments. With such a varied back catalogue, it can be tricky to know where to begin. Do you start with the best-selling Housemaid series, or dive into one of her earlier standalone novels? We’re here to break down the reading order of all Freida McFadden’s series and standalone books. How to read The Housemaid series in order You’d be hard-pressed to stroll through an airport bookshop without spotting The Housemaid nestled among the best-sellers, and with good reason. This psychological thriller by Freida McFadden has become her most iconic work, thanks to its sharp writing, tightly woven plot and deliciously sinister twists. The series centres on Millie, a former convict trying to start over. She’s hired by the wealthy Winchester family to clean and care for their immaculate home. But it quickly becomes clear that the Winchesters aren’t quite what they seem – and neither, perhaps, is Millie. The first book’s gripping cat-and-mouse dynamic has proved irresistible, with Millie returning for two more instalments that delve even deeper into secrets, lies and survival. <a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/Housemaid-absolutely-addictive-psychological-jaw-dropping/dp/1408728516/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&dib_tag=AUTHOR&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.kTl86r44yOteGkM9cLxXmxzQ3RtfyYdU31D_IFhI3VJOV6YIvr7i9J18liwVs49p9caqy2y_Cht_J5MJZSYV-YIAK3lY3FoyGzqt2Rp8z0Ku2mwZetf9q8HRXgU9rQhliB8Yk-BwhjBxDeaIPqFWLa_4MzrMzK39tdhnHaae6th_veU6jmE6TEbBRqdv50_aqBdgFUApuDT0YlGZEWHs19cU9mYEZZSG6CCrJz_hsz0.25M0iKMGXtyhsEiaPnWdTBJFi_mOFVXxMxYWjrWyME0&tag=radtim0b-21&ascsubtag=radiotimes-2300063" target="_blank" rel="sponsored">The Housemai…

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How to read Abby Jimenez books in order
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date: 2025-08-04T06:00:12.000Z
creator: Fleurine Tideman
subject: Books
subject: RT Book Club
description: How to read the bite-sized tales in order.
encoded: Abby Jimenez has quickly become a go-to author for romantic comedies that balance laugh-out-loud banter with serious emotional depth. Whether she’s tackling infertility, anxiety, grief or family pressure, her books are full of heart and a healthy dose of swoon. With multiple series, recurring Easter eggs, and even a few novellas sprinkled in, it’s worth knowing the best order to read them. Here’s your guide to reading all of Abby Jimenez’s books, series by series. How to read The Friend Zone series in order The series that started it all! Kristen isn’t looking for romance when she meets Josh while planning her best friend’s wedding, but in typical romcom fashion, sparks fly. There’s just one problem… Kristen is preparing for a medical procedure that will leave her infertile, and Josh’s biggest dream is to have a big family. Can they overcome such a major hurdle? Each book follows a new couple, but it’s worth reading them in order to catch the sweet (and often hilarious) cameos and callbacks Jimenez sprinkles in. Here’s a list of The Friend Zone books in order: <a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/Friend-Zone-hilarious-heartbreaking-romantic-ebook/dp/B07L32PC7Q/ref=sr_1_11?crid=FK1KAR1XJ5V5&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.VPd5kOsHJ9tlKJ7NoeRCT3F0_9UuX_ReoNdGSsBA95Dq3SwWKlySnEM9Eu2Bb0a-jktY9Q89bcBsuzXY0yFVlnvnEYMbxGUtv2StFW6dI_daTFr9UqKXo7mdGljfJbxKXP4kpEr65S_MJZ1aj5E2rOw1fPgMbzPOK5Z6ycWc0dV6j1G3aaY6sqM9RKLlasss4m3XTVPXik6IXRFbgW2iZe4mwc3i0Pu0HfMahRb68k8.BB8WTLGmtXJT7GBSRtloc2Pz_oHmJ0cI0prqDJpeMvw&dib_tag=se&keywords=abby+jimenez&qid=1753714608&s=books&sprefix=abby+%2Cstripbooks%2C114&sr=1-11&tag=radtim0b-21&ascsubtag=radiotimes-2298418" target="_blank" rel="sponsored">The Friend Zone (2019) <a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/Happily-Ever-After-Playlist/dp/0349423423/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&dib_tag=se&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.VPd5kOsHJ9tlKJ7NoeRCT3F0_9UuX_ReoNdGSsBA95Dq3SwWKlySnEM9Eu2Bb0a-jktY9Q89bcBsuzXY0yFVlnvnEYMbxGUtv2StFW6dI_daTFr9UqKXo7mdGljfJbxKXP4kpEr65S_MJZ1aj5E2rOw1fPgMbzP…

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Onyx Storm ending explained: What happened to Xaden and Violet?
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date: 2025-02-19T13:04:26.000Z
creator: Fleurine Tideman
subject: Books
description: The highly anticipated novel has left us with more questions than answers.
encoded: *Warning: This article contains full spoilers for the end of Onyx Storm.* Continuing from the first two books in Rebecca Yarros’s The Empyrean series, Onyx Storm follows a trainee scribe turned dragon rider, Violet Sorrengail. She was born with a condition that makes her physically weaker than most, and prone to broken bones, but has trained and managed to bond two dragons, Tairn and Andarna. She’s a student at Basgiath War College, but war is looming as evil venin seek to take over everything Violet holds precious, including the sexy enemy-turned-lover Xaden Riorson. Onyx Storm further explores the world, including the mysterious islands the group must visit to find Andarna’s kind, who may be the answer to the powerful venin. But in typical third-instalment style, Onyx Storm focused heavily on expanding the setting, and posing more questions than answers, so let’s dig into exactly what happened in this novel of over 500 pages. Buy Onyx Storm for £25 £12.50 View Affiliate Playlist on the source website Onyx Storm ending explained Violet and her pals have found themselves in an intense and devastating battle to save Draithus and its inhabitants. Violet has gone to save her older sister, Mira, from the clutches of evil venin Theophanie, who is using her to lure Violet over to the dark side. During the battle of Draithus, Theophanie is revealed to be a storm wielder like Violet’s deceased mother, General Lilith Sorrengail. Previously, she had been believed to be a lightning wielder like Violet. Theophanie promises Violet that she can be with Xaden if she just channels from the earth. Theophanie has Tairn pinned under a net, and hope appears to be lost. But a massive shadow surge by Xaden (more on that to come...) knocks Theophanie to the ground, which gives Violet a chance to stab her with a marble dagger. She had received this dagger from Aaric, whose signet of precognition caused him to go get it from a priestess of Dunne. With it came a note warning that only someon…

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