Books

Sean Bean as Richard Sharpe in the hit TV adaptation of Bernard Cornwell’s books (Image: ITV) Since Sharpe’s Eagle introduced the “tall, black-haired lieutenant with the slung rifle and the scar” in 1981, Bernard Cornwell’s bestselling Napoleonic Wars-era novels have invariably ended with the promise of further adventures. The latest …

All Her Fault has recently arrived on screens and presents a chilling story of a child’s disappearance and the desperate hunt that ensues, reports the Irish Mirror. Numerous viewers have already begun watching the Sky programme, which sees dramatic events unfold at lightning speed, and are keen to learn more …

If you’re looking for a book that will keep you gripped, this page-turner has been named as one of the best books of 2025. In a list by Penguin, Buckeye by Patrick Ryan took top spot for being the top novel not to miss out on. The novel is set …

John Simm as Roy Grace in ITV adaptation of Peter James’ bestselling crime novels (Image: ITV Studios) Roy Grace creator Peter James recently spent the day working as a concierge at the iconic Grand Hotel, Brighton. But having sold more than 23 million books, it wasn’t because he needed the …

Over the last couple of centuries, some incredible books have been written. But there is one in particular that keeps being mentioned by avid readers who recommend it to everyone. The book has not only been adapted into films but also a musical, and it’s now available to stream on …

Some fiction books are very powerful. But when a story is based on real events, it can hit even harder. And that’s exactly the case with one book that continues to “shock” readers 60 years after it was published. It tells the true story of a family brutally murdered in …

What is your favourite murder mystery novel? (Image: Getty) Murder mystery novels account for a huge proportion of the book industry, and they are widely considered to be one of the most popular genres. Throughout the years, authors from Edgar Allan Poe to Richard Osman have devoted much of their …

Some books are so popular they end up being turned into films. And many people say one fantasy series has some of the best stories ever written. It’s been called a “masterpiece” and a “must-read,” with readers saying they couldn’t put it down. One person said: “The entire book series …

A classic novel, written in the mid-19th century, has been hailed by fans, more than a century since its release. Fans have described the mystery tale as the “best book you’ll ever read”, pretty high praise. The Count of Monte Cristo is an adventure novel by the French writer Alexandre …

Louise Penny’s new book, The Black Wolf, is an electrifying thriller with a scarily plausible plot (Image: Jonathan Buckmaster / Sunday Express) Bestselling author Louise Penny feared she had gone too far when writing about a plot to add Canada to the United States of America. This was 18 months …