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

The Torrent by Dinuka McKenzie

Australian

A brilliant debut by a talented new Aussie crime fiction author.

The Way it is Now by Garry Disher

Australian

Charlie Deravin returns to his hometown to solve a 20-year-old mystery - ...

Tell No One by Brendan Watkins

Australian

The compelling true story of an adopted man's search for answers.

The Proxy Bride by Zoe Boccabella

Australian

Imagine marrying someone you’ve never met. Many cultures use arranged ...

Exiles by Jane Harper

Australian

Aaron Falk investigates the disappearance of a young Mum at a wine festival.

Mr Einstein’s Secretary by Matthew Reilly

Australian

The fictional story of Hanna Fischer, a secretary to Albert Einstein.

So You Think You Know What’s Good For You? by Dr Norman Swan

Australian

Discover the scientific facts about what will actually improve your health.

Outback by Patricia Wolf

Australian

An atmospheric mystery about the search for two missing backpackers.

The Seven by Chris Hammer

Australian

Ivan and Nell investigate a murder in a thriving irrigation area.

The Other Bridget by Rachel Johns

Australian

A fun romantic comedy that pays homage to Bridget Jones' Diary.

The Flying Nurse by Prudence Wheelright

Australian

An adventurous story of nursing in some of the world's most dangerous places.

The Other Side of Beautiful by Kim Lock

Australian

Mercy Blain's house has burned to the ground, but that isn't her biggest problem.

The Countess from Kirribilli by Joyce Morgan

Australian

A powerful biography of a spirited, intelligent woman

The Monkey’s Mask by Dorothy Porter

Australian

A verse novel crime thriller about a private detective hired to find a ...

Skylarking by Kate Mildenhall

Australian

An atmospheric story about a spirited teenager living on an isolated cape ...

The Unexpected Mess of it All by Gabrielle Tozer

Australian

A fun YA romcom full of big personalities and crackling humour.

Scout and the Rescue Dogs by Dianne Wolfer

Australian

An inspiring story about a little girl with a big heart for our vulnerable pets.

Hope is the Thing by Johanna Bell & Erica Wagner

Australian

Hope is all around us, in the miracle of survival.

Gymnastic Fantastica by Briony Stewart

Australian

A celebration of early childhood play and the joy of performing to an ...

Dirt Town by Hayley Scrivenor

Australian

A gripping and emotionally charged mystery set in a small Australian town.

Sidelines by Karen Viggers

Australian

Sidelines is a cautionary tale about sporting parents who take it all a bit ...