Only if you wish to understand how the adult Maxwell ended up where he did. Fiction - general The House of Elrig – Gavin Maxwell
If happy, fairy tale romance is what you're looking for, this is it. Fantasy Summers at Castle Auburn – Sharon Shinn
It all felt too careful, too carefully colored within the lines to have much real passion. Science fiction The Long Way to a Small, Angry Planet – Becky …
A pleasant, fairly enjoyable read, propelled largely by MacAvoy's engaging prose and style. Fantasy Damiano – R.A. MacAvoy
A pleasant, easy read, but likely to leave little lasting impact. Fiction - general The Quarry – Iain Banks
I recommend it as an example of a well-executed shared world, as well as a pleasure to read. Fantasy Liavek – Will Shetterly & Emma Bull
A collection for fans, not casual readers. Fantasy Science fiction A Very British History – Paul McAuley
