Each week the Early Breakfast Show will bring you a review of a book so that you don't have to take the risk of buying something you hate!
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This Week: Breaking the Chain by Andy McQuade
The story of one mans struggle through life, a tale of drugs and violence. It's a book from the so called misery memoir stable, but did Ana think it is miserable or memorable.
If you have missed any of our previous reviews click on the link and listen in. There's a blurb of each book further down the page along with reviews on non-fiction books.
Half of a Yellow Sun by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
Is this the new ladies detective agency? Or is it even better? A novel about the civil war in Africa, but that's only the start of the story. Ana explains more.
The Reincarnationist by MJ Rose
A story in the mould of Dan Brown's The Da Vinci Code. Intrigue and the like, but is this as good, better or worse? Let Ana explain all.
An American Dream by Norman Mailer
A dark disturbing insight into the American dream by one of the most important authors in American literary history.
My Forehead and Other Odities by Brent Furnas
A quirky look at the world through the eyes of a new author, but what does Ana think?
Vinegar Hill
Vinegar Hill by Manette Ansay
Life, the universe and how to get on with your life. The back cover makes many claims, but will Ana agree?
A Real Boy by Chris and Nicola Stevens
A true story of one family's struggle to cope with their heavily autistic son. A tear jerking tale littered with pathos and humour. Hear Ana's view.
The Wind Up Bird Chronicle by Haruki Murakami
What can you say about Murakami? A unique and quirky style of writing, and something you might just enjoy...
The Shadow of the Wind by Carlos Ruiz Zafon.
A book translated from the original Spanish tale. A mystery, of sorts!
On Chesil Beach by Ian McEwan
A book steeped in the mystery of relationships. From the pen of the man who brought us Atonement.
We Need To Talk About Kevin By Lionel Schriver
A controversial book that looks at the argument of nature over nurture and in quite a gory way!
So Many Ways To Begin by Jon McGregor
A story to make you want to rummage around in the attic reminiscing about your life and the life that might have been. Ana lets you know if it's worth the effort.
The Tenderness of Wolves by Stef Penney
A moody trek across the frozen wastes of Canada, but is it too much trek and frost and not enough bite? Ana gives her honest opinion on this one.
Pies and Prejudice by Stuart Maconie
Whippets, pigeons, and a pint of bitter. All stereotypes? Of course! Stuart Maconie's homage to the north and being northern. Is Ana a fan? Well her partner is from Lancs!
Suite Francaise by Irene Nemirovsky
A moving story written by someone who lost their life in the holocaust. A haunting account that transcends generations. Hear what Ana thinks.
The Mystery Writer by Jessica Mann
A classic mystery? No chance. Drawing on her own experiences, what is fact and what is fiction? Ana will tell you if this is worth reading or not.
The Wasp Factory by Iain Banks
A dark look at life on a remote Scottish Island. Not for the faint hearted, but an excellent introduction to this great contemporary Scottish writer. Ana will guide you through to make sure it's the right one for you!
A Short History of Tractors in Ukrainian by Marina Lewycka
Not an eye catching title, but this isn't a text book! Ana will explain all.
Non Fiction:
Ana Sampson takes us behind the scenes as John Barrowman's book tour - which she organised - hits Oxford.
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