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In fiction, Luke recommends [[Holding by Graham Norton ]], a warm, funny and quietly moving debut from TV presenter Graham Norton, exploring the life of an Irish village in brilliant detail. ''Holding'' is packed full of Norton's trademark wit, and the years of chatting to people as a talk show host and agony aunt are put to good use in imbuing the citizens of Duneen with a huge amount of humanity. We think this one is well worth looking out.

Sue loved [[Never Alone by Elizabeth Haynes ]]. Sarah lives alone in an isolated farmhouse on the North Yorkshire moors: she's widowed. When she reconnects with old friend Aiden on Facebook, it's not long before they begin a sexually-charged relationship. But there's quite a bit about Aiden which Sarah can't understand: what exactly is it that Aiden does for a living? Can she trust him? This is a top-class thriller which you won't be able to put down.

In non-fiction, we have one for the gamers amongst you. If you have ever marvelled at the creative architecture designed by the talented members of the Minecraft community and been inspired to give it a go yourself, then [[Minecraft Exploded Builds: Medieval Fortress by Mojang AB ]] might be the perfect book for you. It is aimed at those of us who have the ambition but lack the necessary expertise to design such stunning buildings. This book will guide you every step of the way with detailed diagrams and customisation options, allowing you be king of you own castle in no time at all. It's beautifully produced, too.

Ruth was deeply affected by [[Penguin Bloom: The Odd Little Bird Who Saved a Family by Cameron Bloom and Bradley Trevor Greive ]]. Cameron and his wife, Sam, had been leading a very active, adventurous life until a dreadful, almost fatal, accident. The accident left Sam paralysed and, because of the sudden and extremely severe impact on her life she slid quickly into a very deep and dark depression. Cameron feared for his family's future, and his wife's life, until one day a small abandoned magpie chick came along, and managed to change everything. This breathtakingly beautiful and desperately moving true story will make you laugh and make you cry.

For teens, Nigethan thinks you should read [[Holding Up the Universe by Jennifer Niven ]]. High school can be far from the easiest place to navigate through for a lot of teenagers, but some have a harder job than others. After the sudden death of her mother, Libby started eating and she didn't stop until she almost killed herself. Years of doctors, counsellors and psychologists, combined with determination, sweat and tears, and she is finally ready to return to school after almost five years out. It won't be easy. This is an uplifting and life-affirming story, that sends out some brilliant messages about body positivity, tolerance and self-identity.