Relaxing with a good book is a real summer treat.
Melissa Oliver from Wellington's Unity Books recommends a few top page-turners and upcoming releases.
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Melissa's book picks for this summer
The Odyssey by Lara Williams (Novel)
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A Dangerous Business by Jane Smiley (Novel)
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Dear Dolly by Dolly Alderton (Non-Fiction)
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Straight Up by Ruby Tui (Memoir)
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Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus (Novel)
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Melissa's book picks for 2023
The Shards by Bret Easton Ellis (Novel)
Birnam Wood by Eleanor Catton (Novel)
Spare by Prince Harry (Memoir)
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