Series 5

Between the Covers

Sara Cox opens her book club with famous friends eager to share the joys of reading. From the latest novels to classic page-turners, get ready to discover some new favourite reads.

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Reading conflict: Pam Ferris, Rakhee Thakrar, Stephen Mangan and Tom Allen bring the books
Domestic drama to human history: Gripping reads chosen by Ade Adepitan, Gabby Logan, Kerry Godliman and Tom Read Wilson
From Edwardian etiquette to artificial intelligence: Books chosen by Jessie Cave, Kae Kurd, Ruth Jones and Samuel West
Cathartic biography and visceral fiction chosen by Alex Jones, Amanda Abbington, Graham Norton and JJ Chalmers
From Cornwall to the cosmos: Reading recommendations from Al Murray, Jenny Eclair, Paterson Joseph and Sophie Raworth
Life lessons and life-affirming fiction: Clara Amfo, Rick Edwards, Sarah Keyworth and Ugo Monye recommend the books.
Who can get through a book a week?—Episode 6
Who's been part of a real life book club?—Episode 5
Pretentious reading habits—Episode 4
Reading for education or for escapism?—Episode 3
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