Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire by JK Rowling If it hurts again go straight to Dumbledore. They're saying that he's got Mad-Eye out of retirement, which means he's reading the signs, even if no one else is. I'll be in touch soon. My best to Ron and Hermione. Keep your eyes open Harry.  [ ... ]

The Third Man by Graham Greene A haunting novel with an unusual mix of comic and tragic scenes. The Third Man is a post war tour through the war-smashed city of Vienna, its society, its personality and its personalities. Rollo Martins is a recent arrival in Vienna, who arriv [ ... ]

At Bertram's Hotel by Agatha Christie After a promising start, Bertram's Hotel takes a curious twist and becomes a bit of a mish-mash. The novel is a combination of a heist drama, a family drama, a mild comedy and - only in part and towards the end - something of a traditional Miss Marple mur [ ... ]

The ABC Murders by Agatha Christie I think that I can date my interest in the case from that first mention of the ABC Railway Guide... Captain Hastings has returned from his Argentine ranch for a long business stay in the UK. Upon visiting his old friend, the famed Belgian d [ ... ]

Sad Cypress by Agatha Christie Opening with a dramatic courtroom scene, Sad Cypress is an impressive journey into tortured romance and cunning greed. The novel triumphs on all levels with a brilliant plot, tight narrative, and believeable dialogue and personalities.  [ ... ]

Moonraker by Ian Fleming UPDATE: This article is a summary review which doesn't discuss plot in any depth. A fuller analysis of the story is available if you are looking for a discussion of plot and characters. Can a man survive horrendous injuries du [ ... ]