You may have found yourself with some extra time at home recently, so here at Gemini, we thought it might be nice to bring you some inspiration as to how to fill it. Reading is a great way to engage your imagination and transport you to new worlds, especially where the dreaded “C” word doesn’t exist!

So sit back and enjoy our top 5 reads for now!

The Secrets We Kept by Lara Prescott

You can’t beat a good thriller for keeping your mind gripped on a story!

 A literary thriller, set in 1956, this Cold War story about the forbidden thrill of literature, Prescott’s astonishing debut sees a duo of CIA typists attempt to smuggle Pasternak’s Doctor Zhivago back into Soviet Russia. Lara Prescott's dazzling first novel is the most anticipated debut of the year, so why not give it try while you're relaxing at home this Spring.

Sweet Sorrow by David Nicholls

A favourite author of ours, that we are currently reading, is the new novel by David Nicholls.

A decade after his phenomenal bestseller One Day, Nicholls returns with a bittersweet and brilliantly funny coming-of-age tale. Told over one life-changing summer, it explores - with genuine tenderness - the transformative impact of first love in an ordinary life. An expert at evoking what it truly feels like to be young and alive, Nicholls' novel promises to be something very special.

The Salt Path by Raynor Winn

An inspirational memoir; you are guaranteed to need a box of tissues to hand.

 The Salt Path is an engrossing story about losing everything and finding yourself between the elements of the sea and sky. An honest and life-affirming true story of coming to terms with grief and the healing power of the natural world. Ultimately, it is a portrayal of home, and how it can be lost, rebuilt, and rediscovered in the most unexpected ways.

A Cheesemonger's History of The British Isles by Ned Palmer

For the cheese lovers among you!

A love letter to British cheese in all its forms and flavours, Palmer’s documentation of his travels around the United Kingdom is hugely enjoyable and informative. From Wensleydale to Cheddar, this is the perfect read for all inquisitive foodies.

Where the Crawdads Sing by Delia Owens

A standout read that even the Reese Witherspoon Book Club approved! @reesesbookclub

A remarkable debut from a remarkable writer, Where the Crawdad’s Sing really has it all! Murder mystery, coming-of-age and a celebration on nature. This beautiful tale is sure to be hard to put down!

All books available from https://www.waterstones.com Image source https://www.waterstones.com/