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RRL Reads

Not sure what to read next? We can help! Each week, library staff from the RRL network review books they’ve enjoyed and share them on our social media. We call it RRL Reads.

Use the helpful sidebar genre filter to help you find what you’re looking for. Want a good laugh? Tick the humour box. Love a twisting murder mystery? Just select crime/mystery in the side bar. Need a cuddle? Select the romance genre. Or if you prefer true stories, check the non-fiction option.

Happy reading! We hope you find what you’re looking for.

Genres

Three Wild Dogs and the Truth by Markus Zusak

Australian, Autobiography & memoir, Literary, Nonfiction

An authentic account of the humour and chaos of welcoming a dog into your family.

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Darkness Runs Deep by Claire McNeel.

Australian, Crime & mystery, Fiction

Explores the ripple effect of a crime on a small community.

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The Continental Affair by Christine Mangan

Crime & mystery, Fiction, Romance

A stylish, slow-burn mystery set across the beautiful cities of Europe.

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Frankenstein by Mary Shelley

Classics, Fiction, Horror, Sci-Fi

Mary Shelley's atmospheric classic raises timeless questions about humanity.

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The Benevolent Society of Ill-Mannered Ladies by Alison Goodman

Australian, Crime & mystery, Historical, Humour, Romance

Two sassy and adventurous spinsters fight against injustice in Regency England.

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The Last Anniversary by Liane Moriarty

Australian, Contemporary, Crime & mystery, Fiction

An early novel from Australia's queen of fiction, Liane Moriarty.

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Dead Centre by Robin Bowles

Australian, Crime & mystery, Nonfiction

A deep dive investigation into the Peter Falconio backpacker murder.

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The Bee Sting by Paul Murray

Fiction, Literary

A small-town Irish family face a reckoning with ghosts from their past.

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To and Fro by Anton Clifford-Motopi

Australian, Children's, Fiction, Humour

12-year-old Sam is dealing with some big questions about who he is.

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The Storied Life of AJ Fikry by Gabrielle Zevin

Contemporary, Fiction, Literary

A feelgood, bittersweet story about second chances in life and love.

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Only Two by Jackie Randall

Children's, Fiction, Historical

The true story of the sinking of the Loch Ard and the only two survivors.

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Woman Missing by Sherryl Clark

Australian, Contemporary, Crime & mystery, Thriller

A fast-paced crime thriller that will keep you guessing.

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Special Delivery by Leesa Ronald

Australian, Fiction, Humour, Romance

A delightful enemies-to-lovers storyline, full of witty banter.

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The Tenant by Freida McFadden

Contemporary, Thriller

A twisting thriller about taking in a tenant who is not what they seem.

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We Solve Murders by Richard Osman

Contemporary, Crime & mystery, Fiction, Humour, Thriller

A funny, sweet and lovable story about crime, murder and international ...

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Wallaby Lane by Maya Linnell

Australian, Fiction, Romance, Rural

A cosy rural romance set on South Australia's Limestone Coast.

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Great Big Beautiful Life by Emily Henry

Contemporary, Fiction, Romance

A warm and captivating romance, full of small-town charm.

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Three Boys Gone by Mark Smith

Australian, Crime & mystery, Fiction, Thriller

A psychological thriller about the aftermath of 3 deaths on a school excursion.

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The Work Wives by Rachael Jones

Australian, Contemporary, Fiction, Romance

A heartwarming story of love, friendship and family, based around office life.

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Sapiens by Yuval Noah Harari 

Historical, Nonfiction

A thought-provoking exploration of how homo sapiens came to dominate the planet.

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Shatter Me by Tahereh Mafi

Dystopian, Young Adult

Juliette is a 17-year-old with a lethal weapon - her very touch can kill.

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