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What Is Not Yours Is Not Yours - Thryft
Helen Oyeyemi

What Is Not Yours Is Not Yours

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From the award-winning author of Boy, Snow, Bird and Mr. Fox comes an enchanting collection of intertwined stories. Playful, ambitious, and exquisitely imagined, What Is Not Yours Is Not Yours is cleverly built around the idea of keys, literal and metaphorical. The key to a house, the key to a heart, the key to a secret—Oyeyemi’s keys not only unlock elements of her characters’ lives, they promise further labyrinths on the other side. In “Books and Roses” one special key opens a library, a garden, and clues to at least two lovers’ fates. In “Is Your Blood as Red as This?” an unlikely key opens the heart of a student at a puppeteering school. “‘Sorry’ Doesn’t Sweeten Her Tea” involves a “house of locks,” where doors can be closed only with a key—with surprising, unobservable developments. And in “If a Book Is Locked There’s Probably a Good Reason for That Don't You Think,” a key keeps a mystical diary locked (for good reason).  Oyeyemi’s creative vision and storytelling are effervescent, wise, and insightful, and her tales span multiple times and landscapes as they tease boundaries between coexisting realities. Is a key a gate, a gift, or an invitation? What Is Not Yours Is Not Yours captivates as it explores the many possible answers.

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Sphinx
Daniel Levin Becker, Anne Garréta, Emma Ramadan

Sphinx

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"Sphinx" could be an extraordinary read for you if you're fascinated by the interplay of language and narrative. Anne Garreta's craftsmanship in weaving a compelling love story without gender identifiers is not only a linguistic challenge but also a thought-provoking take on love and identity. The novel invites readers who appreciate experimental literature and are interested in the nuances of gender and the power of language in shaping narratives. Its place within the Oulipo group's body of work marks it as a must-read for enthusiasts of literary innovation.

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A Little Life : The million copy bestseller - Thryft
Hanya Yanagihara

A Little Life : The million copy bestseller

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This book is a raw and deeply emotional exploration of the complexities of friendship and the weight of trauma. It will stay with you long after you've turned the last page, leaving you with a profound sense of compassion and understanding. A Little Life is a powerful testament to the resilience of the human spirit, reminding us that even amidst darkness, there is still hope and love to be found.

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Ministry of Moral Panic - Thryft
Amanda Lee Koe

Ministry of Moral Panic

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Ministry of Moral Panic could be a good read for someone who is interested in unconventional, thought-provoking stories that explore the complexities of Singaporean culture and society. The book's unique and distinctive feature is its use of moral ambiguity and frank exploration of sexual themes. Readers may appreciate the way author Amanda Lee Koe challenges traditional notions of morality and societal norms.

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Mr. Fortune's Maggot - Thryft
Sylvia Townsend Warner, Adam Mars-Jones

Mr. Fortune's Maggot

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After a decade in one South Seas mission, a London bank-clerk-turned-minister sets his heart on serving a remote volcanic island. Fanua contains neither cannibals nor Christians, but its citizens, his superior warns, are like children—immoral children. Still, Mr. Timothy Fortune lights out for Fanua. Yet after three years, he has made only one convert, and his devotion to the boy may prove more sensual than sacred.Five years after Mr. Fortune's Maggot, the novella The Salutation was published. Now adrift and starving on the Argentinian pampas, Mr. Fortune is rescued by an elderly widow, who delights in having an Englishman about the house. Her heir, however, may beg to differ.Mr. Fortune's Maggot and its sequel are now available for the first time ever in one volume.

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Delayed Rays of a Star
Amanda Lee Koe

Delayed Rays of a Star

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Dive into "Delayed Rays of a Star" if historical fiction layered with powerful female narratives entices you. This novel extends an invitation to walk alongside Marlene, Anna May, and Leni, each a fascinating embodiment of success and struggle during times when the world was rapidly changing. Their complexity captures the essence of an era, making it both discerning and reflective for today's readers.

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You Are Not a Stranger Here - Thryft
Adam Haslett

You Are Not a Stranger Here

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"You Are Not a Stranger Here" is a compassionate dive into the depths of the human psyche. Adam Haslett's skill in conjuring empathy through narrative is a unifying force across distinct settings and complex issues, touching on mental illness, loneliness, and the search for identity. If you're drawn to stories that aren't afraid to confront emotional truths while maintaining a tender literary touch, this collection could resonate deeply with you.

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Tin Man - Thryft
Sarah Winman

Tin Man

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It begins with a painting won in a raffle: fifteen sunflowers, hung on the wall by a woman who believes that men and boys are capable of beautiful things.And then there are two boys, Ellis and Michael,who are inseparable. And the boys become men,and then Annie walks into their lives,and it changes nothing and everything.

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Rimbaud : Complete Works, Selected Letters, a Bilingual Edition - Thryft
Seth Whidden, Jean Nicholas Arthur Rimbaud, Wallace Fowlie

Rimbaud : Complete Works, Selected Letters, a Bilingual Edition

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Rimbaud's work is a must-read for anyone interested in modern poetry and the French symbolist movement. This bilingual edition is a faithful rendition of Rimbaud's complex verse, and also includes previously omitted versions of poems and letters, making it the best authoritative version of Rimbaud's work available. The book's unique feature is its side-by-side translation, which makes Rimbaud's poetry accessible to readers who are not fluent in French. Overall, this edition is a comprehensive, up-to-date resource for lovers of modern poetry.

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The Powerbook - Thryft
Jeanette Winterson

The Powerbook

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This book is perfect for those who seek a truly immersive experience that blurs the boundaries of reality. Jeanette Winterson takes you on a thought-provoking ride where you can become the protagonist of your own story, but be prepared for the consequences. Prepare to delve into shifting dimensions and question the nature of identity and freedom. "The PowerBook" is a literary gem that challenges conventional storytelling and invites readers to explore the power of imagination. Get ready to have your mind blown!

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The Stone Gods - Thryft
Jeanette Winterson

The Stone Gods

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Alternate cover edition here."This new world weighs a yatto-gram.""But everything is trial-size; tread-on-me-tiny or blurred-out-offocus huge. There are leaves that have grown as big as cities, and there are birds that nest in cockleshells. On the white sand there are long-toed claw prints deep as nightmares, and there are rock pools in hand-hollows finned by invisible fish" . . .Mankind has rendered its planet unlivable and is beginning to colonize a new blue planet. Our heroine Billie Crusoe's flight to the future is also a return to the distant past--"Everything is imprinted forever with what once was." What begins as a witty, satirical futurist adventure deepens into a dazzling exploration of our relationship to environment, to power and technology, and to what defines us as humans.For over twenty years Jeanette Winterson has consistently been one of our most brilliant writers. Lyrical, visionary, by turns funny and devastating, The Stone Gods is fiction at its most provocative.

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Girl, Woman, Other - Thryft
Bernardine Evaristo

Girl, Woman, Other

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If you’re intrigued by vivid storytelling that weaves together the lives of diverse women across Britain, "Girl, Woman, Other" is a read you shouldn't miss. Bernardine Evaristo masterfully explores identity, connection, and humanity with a fresh narrative style that breathes life into each character’s experience. It’s a tapestry of stories that might just redefine how you see contemporary Britain and its history.

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The Rules of Attraction - Thryft
Bret Easton Ellis

The Rules of Attraction

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Lauren, who changes her course subject every time she changes her sleeping partner, is at the centre of a curious love triangle which involves the shrewd and passionate bisexual Paul, and Shaun, whose ambivalence and cynicism conceal - even from himself - his own romantic yearnings.

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The Swimming-Pool Library - Thryft
Alan Hollinghurst

The Swimming-Pool Library

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This book is a gem for readers who enjoy diving into the inner workings of humans. The author takes readers on a journey of discovery through the lens of privilege and sexual liberation. Hollinghurst's writing is beautiful and precise and will keep readers entranced from start to finish.

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Diving into the Wreck : Poems 1971-1972 - Thryft
Adrienne Rich

Diving into the Wreck : Poems 1971-1972

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If you're drawn to poetry that digs deep into the exploration of self and society, Adrienne Rich's "Diving into the Wreck" shouldn't be missed. Rich's compelling use of the shipwreck as a metaphor takes you on a journey that's both personal and universal, questioning the wreckage beneath the surface of our lives. It's a testament to resilience and the quest for truth.

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A Little Life - Thryft
Hanya Yanagihara

A Little Life

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A Little Life delves into the complexities of human emotions, providing an intensely moving narrative that is both beautiful and harrowing. Readers seeking a book that explores the deepest depths of human nature and the bonds of brotherhood will find Yanagihara's novel to be a profound and powerful read, albeit one that demands emotional fortitude from beginning to end.

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Forgetting Elena : A Novel - Thryft
Edmund White

Forgetting Elena : A Novel

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For readers who enjoy social satire and sharp writing, Forgetting Elena is a hilarious debut novel that explores the absurdity of social conventions and the desire for acceptance. Set in a privileged island community, the novel follows a self-conscious narrator as he navigates the strict rules and rituals of this world. White's precise language and glittering wit make this a must-read for fans of the comedy of manners.

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Written on the Body - Thryft
Jeanette Winterson

Written on the Body

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"Written on the Body" is a captivating novel that explores love and relationships beyond traditional gender roles. The ambiguity of the narrator's gender enhances the theme of love as being independent of labels, while the affair with a married woman adds complexity to the plot. Recommended for readers interested in unconventional love stories and philosophical themes.

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A Single Man - Thryft
Christopher Isherwood

A Single Man

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If you're drawn to stories that are both intimate and profound, "A Single Man" might just resonate with you. It's not just the compelling narrative of George grappling with loss that will grab you, but the way Isherwood weaves humor and steadfast hope into the fabric of grief. There's beauty in the everyday that's captured here, making it a bittersweet reminder that life, despite its sorrows, carries moments worth savoring.

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Gut Symmetries - Thryft
Jeanette Winterson

Gut Symmetries

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Gut Symmetries could be a good read for someone interested in a complex love story intertwined with physics theories. The book's unique feature is its exploration of relationships through the lens of particle physics and Grand Unified Theory. The love triangle in the book is fascinating and makes the story unforgettable.

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Dancer : Stunning, bestselling novel based on the real life of Rudolf Nureyev - Thryft
Colum McCann

Dancer : Stunning, bestselling novel based on the real life of Rudolf Nureyev

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This book is recommended to those who love reading about the biographies of famous dancers and those who love reading about people who go on to redefine their destiny. The book focuses on the life of Rudolf Nureyev, one of the greatest dancers of the century who redefined dance and his own life. McCann's writing is so beautiful and seamless that it keeps the reader engaged throughout the book. This book will make the reader feel like they are experiencing Nureyev's life and enjoying his dance performances.

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The Line of Beauty - Thryft
Alan Hollinghurst

The Line of Beauty

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The Line of Beauty is a captivating read for those interested in exploring themes of class, sex, and money during the 80s. Featuring distinct characters searching for their own sense of identity, the novel is at once a character study and a sweeping ode to its time period. Through Nick's relationships with Wani and Leo, Hollinghurst examines the intersections of privilege, ambition, and sexuality, resulting in a complex portrayal of human nature in all its contradictions.

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A Little Life - A Novel - Thryft
Hanya Yanagihara

A Little Life - A Novel

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A Little Life follows four college classmates—broke, adrift, and buoyed only by their friendship and ambition—as they move to New York in search of fame and fortune. While their relationships, which are tinged by addiction, success, and pride, deepen over the decades, the men are held together by their devotion to the brilliant, enigmatic Jude, a man scarred by an unspeakable childhood trauma. A hymn to brotherly bonds and a masterful depiction of love in the twenty-first century, Hanya Yanagihara’s stunning novel is about the families we are born into, and those that we make for ourselves.

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Exciting Times : Longlisted for the Women's Prize for Fiction 2021 - Thryft
Naoise Dolan

Exciting Times : Longlisted for the Women's Prize for Fiction 2021

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Exciting Times by Naoise Dolan is a must-read for fans of contemporary romance and sharp humor. Dolan's clever observations about her characters' relationships and personalities will keep readers entertained and engaged until the very end. The book follows Ava, a young woman who moves to Hong Kong to teach English and becomes entangled in a complicated love triangle. With its witty writing style and relatable characters, Exciting Times is a perfect choice for anyone seeking a clever, modern love story to enjoy during the summer months.

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Moldy Strawberries - Stories - Thryft
Caio Fernando Abreu, Bruna Dantas Lobato

Moldy Strawberries - Stories

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Moldy Strawberries - Stories could be a good read for someone who enjoys immersive and poignant short stories that explore the complexities of desire, fear, and human connection. Caio Fernando Abreu's writing beautifully captures the essence of a Brazil transformed by the AIDS epidemic and military dictatorship of the 80s, bringing to light the struggles and resilience of his diverse characters. With themes of longing and tender relationships, this collection creates a sense of intimacy that lingers even after the stories end, leaving readers with a bittersweet taste of both decay and hope.

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The Death of Vivek Oji - Thryft
Akwaeke Emezi

The Death of Vivek Oji

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The Death of Vivek Oji is a powerful and emotional coming-of-age story exploring the complexities of identity and family relationships. Set in Nigeria, the novel offers a unique perspective into a country and culture seldom explored in literature. Emezi's writing is both poetic and vivid, bringing to life a cast of unforgettable characters, each struggling to understand themselves and their place in the world. This book will resonate with anyone who has questioned their identity or felt unseen and misunderstood by those closest to them.

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On Earth We're Briefly Gorgeous - Thryft
Ocean Vuong

On Earth We're Briefly Gorgeous

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If you have ever felt caught between worlds, "On Earth We're Briefly Gorgeous" can resonate with you deeply. Ocean Vuong crafts a narrative that’s both achingly personal and profoundly universal. His ability to weave poetry into prose brings forth a raw and vivid exploration of life's sharpest complexities, from the bond with a mother to the struggle with identity. This isn't just a book; it's an experience, tender and startlingly real, that will leave imprints on your mind long after the last page.

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Howl and Other Poems - Thryft
Allen Ginsberg

Howl and Other Poems

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Allen Ginsberg's Howl and Other Poems was originally published by City Lights Books in the Fall of 1956. Subsequently seized by U.S. customs and the San Francisco police, it was the subject of a long court trial at which a series of poets and professors persuaded the court that the book was not obscene.Howl & Other Poems is the single most influential poetic work of the post-World War II era, with over 1,000,000 copies now in print.

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The World and Other Places : Stories - Thryft
Jeanette Winterson

The World and Other Places : Stories

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"The World and Other Places" is a perfect read for those who are looking for a diverse collection of stories that range from the unusual (like a world where sleep is banned) to the everyday struggles of owning a pet. Jeanette Winterson's stories are unique, imaginative, and deeply emotional. The collection presents a range of worlds and emotions that will have you hooked until the very end.

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Hood - A Novel - Thryft
Emma Donoghue

Hood - A Novel

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Recommendation: "Hood" is a poignant portrayal of the complexities of love, grief, and self-discovery. Set in the 1970s in Ireland, it delves into the lives of two complex women and their unbreakable bond. Recommended for those who enjoy a deep exploration of characters and relationships amidst tragedy.

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Television Was A Baby Crawling Towards That Death Chamber - Thryft
Allen Ginsberg

Television Was A Baby Crawling Towards That Death Chamber

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If you're keen on delving into the Beat Generation's heart, Ginsberg's work won't disappoint. This book serves as a snapshot of his vivid, often surreal imagery and a penetrating examination of society and self. Readers find themselves on a literary journey that defies the mundane, reflecting the revolutionary spirit of an era.

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Hot Milk - Thryft
Deborah Levy

Hot Milk

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Hot Milk could be a good read for individuals who enjoy a surreal and evocative exploration of womanhood. The novel takes readers on a hypnotic journey through the complicated relationship between a mother and daughter, as they embark on a search for answers to a strange illness. Levy's writing is dreamlike and utterly compulsive, whisking readers away to a village on the Spanish coast where seductive people roam in the thick heat. The novel is a modern and timeless tale of feminine power.

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Middlesex - Thryft
Jeffrey Eugenides

Middlesex

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"I was born twice: first, as a baby girl, on a remarkably smogless Detroit day in January 1960; and then again, as a teenage boy, in an emergency room near Petoskey, Michigan, in August 1974."So begins the breathtaking story of Calliope Stephanides and three generations of the Greek-American Stephanides family, who travel from a tiny village overlooking Mount Olympus in Asia Minor to Prohibition-era Detroit, witnessing its glory days as the Motor City, and the race riots of 1967, before they move out to the tree-lined streets of suburban Grosse Point, Michigan.To understand why Calliope is not like other girls, she has to uncover a guilty family secret and the astonishing generic history that turns her to Cal, one of the most audacious and wondrous narrators in contemporary fiction. Lyrical and thrilling, Middlesex is an exhilarating reinvention of the American epic.

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Period - Thryft
Dennis Cooper

Period

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If you're drawn to the darker, more provocative undercurrents of human experience, Dennis Cooper's "Period" could captivate you. Closing his five-book cycle, Cooper doesn't shy away from the uncomfortable, intertwining themes of sex, mortality, and the rebellious pulse of youth culture. Feel the adrenaline of his narrative and the haunting questions he raises about the nature of desire and the shadows it casts.

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Ministry of Moral Panic (3rd Edition) - Thryft
Amanda Lee Koe

Ministry of Moral Panic (3rd Edition)

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Amanda Lee Koe (Delayed Rays of a Star) made her mark with this debut collection of short fiction, with tales as colourful as their characters.Meet an over-the-hill pop yé-yé singer with a faulty heart; two conservative middle-aged women holding hands in the Galápagos, and the proprietor of a Laundromat with a penchant for Cantonese songs of heartbreak. Find out the truth about racial riot fodder-girl Maria Hertogh, now living out her days as a chambermaid in Lake Tahoe; a mirage of the Merlion as a ladyboy working Orchard Towers; and a high-stakes fantasy starring the still-suave lead of the 1990s TV hit serial, The Unbeatables.Ministry of Moral Panic is an extraordinary collection and the introduction of a revelatory new voice. Heartfelt and sexy, the stories of Amanda Lee Koe encompass a skewed world fraught with prestige anxiety, moral relativism, sexual frankness, and the improbable necessity of human connection. Told in strikingly original prose, these are stories that plough the possibilities of understanding Singapore and her denizens.

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Pizza Girl : A Novel - Thryft
Jean Kyoung Frazier

Pizza Girl : A Novel

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"Pizza Girl" is a unique coming-of-age story that explores themes of grief, motherhood, and obsession in a fresh and funny way. The protagonist's charmingly dysfunctional personality and her complicated relationship with a customer make for a captivating read. The book is perfect for fans of audacious and wryly funny novels like "The Idiot" and "Convenience Store Woman".

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Find Me : A Novel - Thryft
André Aciman

Find Me : A Novel

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Find Me is a captivating read that explores the power of love and how it shapes our lives. Aciman's skillful storytelling and attention to detail offer an intimate portrayal of the characters, drawing readers into their stories and making them feel as though they are a part of their journey. Whether you're a fan of Call Me By Your Name or simply looking for a thought-provoking novel about relationships, Find Me is a must-read that will leave you thinking about love and human connection long after you've turned the last page.

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Art & Lies - Thryft
Jeanette Winterson

Art & Lies

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Handel is a failed priest but abiding Catholic with elitist tendencies whose work as a doctor forces him to consider social questions that he would probably rather avoid. Picasso, as she calls herself, is a young artist who has been sexually abused by her brother but whose family thinks she is at fault for her dark moods. Sappho is, indeed, Sappho, the lesbian poet of ancient Greece, who here proclaims herself a sensualist and then proceeds to dissect "the union of language and lust." The three converge in a place that may be England in a not-too-distant future made ugly by pollution and even uglier by greed. This is not a novel but an extended rift on art, sex, religion, social repression, the dangers of patriarchy, and everything that is wrong with the contemporary drift to the right. As such, it will be hard going for most readers, but those with some patience will discover exceptionally evocative writing and a vivifying review of some much-discussed contemporary issues.

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Concerning My Daughter
New
Jamie Chang, Hye-Jin Kim

Concerning My Daughter

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"Concerning My Daughter" invites you into the quiet tumult of a mother grappling with her daughter's independence and sexuality in a world still bound by traditional values. The tender prose weaves a compelling narrative that not only questions societal norms but also delves deeply into the complex bond between mother and child. This could be a touching read for you if you enjoy character-driven stories that explore the nuances of family dynamics and personal growth.

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How to be Both - Thryft
Ali Smith

How to be Both

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How To Be Both is a novel all about art's versatility. Borrowing from painting's fresco technique to make an original literary double-take, it's a fast-moving genre-bending conversation between forms, times, truths and fictions. There's a renaissance artist of the 1460s. There's the child of a child of the 1960s. Two tales of love and injustice twist into a singular yarn where time gets timeless, structural gets playful, knowing gets mysterious, fictional gets real - and all life's givens get given a second chance.

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The Bricks That Built The Houses - Thryft
Kae Tempest

The Bricks That Built The Houses

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The Bricks That Built The Houses takes readers on a journey through the grit and glamour of London's underbelly, exploring the lives of young Londoners Becky, Harry, and Leon as they navigate love, money and morality. Kate Tempest's powerful introspection and evocative storytelling keep the reader engrossed throughout, as she weaves together intimate tales of ordinary people. This book is a must-read for anyone who wants to experience a raw and immersive glimpse into the city's lesser-known corners.

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Edinburgh - Thryft
Alexander Chee

Edinburgh

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Twelve-year-old Fee is a shy Korean American boy and a newly named section leader of the first sopranos in his local boys’ choir. But when Fee learns how the director treats his section leaders, he is so ashamed he says nothing of the abuse, not even when Peter, his best friend, is in line to be next. When the director is arrested, Fee tries to forgive himself for his silence. But when Peter takes his own life, Fee blames only himself. In the years that follow he slowly builds a new life, teaching near his hometown. There he meets a young student who is the picture of Peter and is forced to confront the past he believed was gone. Told with “the force of a dream and the heft of a life,”* Edinburgh marked Chee “as a major talent whose career will bear watching” (Publishers Weekly).  “A coming-of-age tale in the grand Romantic tradition, where passions run high, Cupid stalks Psyche, and love shares the dance floor with death . . . A lovely, nuanced, never predictable portrait of a creative soul in the throes of becoming.” —Washington PostA Publishers Weekly Best Book of the Year Winner of the James Michener/Copernicus Society Fellowship Prize Lambda Literary Foundation Editor’s Choice Award   “[Chee] says volumes with just a few incendiary words.” —New York Times   “Arresting . . . profound and poetic . . . Chee’s voice is worth listening to.” —San Francisco Chronicle   “Alexander Chee gets my vote for the best new novelist I’ve read in some time. Edinburgh is moody, dramatic—and pure.” —Edmund White

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The Line of Beauty - Thryft
Alan Hollinghurst

The Line of Beauty

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If you're captivated by narratives that beautifully intertwine personal awakenings with the pulse of a political era, "The Line of Beauty" could be your next favorite read. You'll traverse the complexities of 1980s Britain through Nick Guest's eyes, whose journey is as much about exploring his identity as it is an incisive critique of the times – all penned with Hollinghurst's elegant prose that won the Booker Prize. This novel isn't just a story; it's a vivid tableau of a pivotal moment in history.

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Disoriental - Thryft
Négar Djavadi, Tina Kover

Disoriental

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In this high-spirited, kaleidoscopic story, key moments of Iranian history, politics, and culture punctuate stories of family drama and triumph.Kimiâ Sadr fled Iran at the age of ten in the company of her mother and sisters to join her father in France. Now twenty-five and facing the future she has built for herself as well as the prospect of a new generation, Kimiâ is inundated by her own memories and the stories of her ancestors, which come to her in unstoppable, uncontainable waves. In the waiting room of a Parisian fertility clinic, generations of flamboyant Sadrs return to her, including her formidable great-grandfather Montazemolmolk, with his harem of fifty-two wives, and her parents, Darius and Sara, stalwart opponents of each regime that befalls them.It is Kimiâ herself––punk-rock aficionado, storyteller extraordinaire, a Scheherazade of our time, and above all a modern woman divided between family traditions and her own “disorientalization”––who forms the heart of this bestselling and beloved novel.

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Starling Days - Thryft
Rowan Hisayo Buchanan

Starling Days

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Recommended for those seeking diverse, poignant fiction.

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Insatiable
Daisy Buchanan

Insatiable

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"Insatiable" might just mirror the restlessness you've felt in seeking something more out of life. Daisy Buchanan mixes wit with raw emotion, making you laugh and ponder in equal measure. It appeals to anyone who's ever found themselves at a crossroads, chasing dreams and desires, only to wonder if they're what you truly want. It's for the seeker and the dreamer who's not afraid of a little — or a lot of — real talk about what it means to yearn for more.

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Conversations with Friends : Now on BBC Three and iPlayer - Thryft
Sally Rooney

Conversations with Friends : Now on BBC Three and iPlayer

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Frances is twenty-one years old, cool-headed and observant. A student in Dublin and an aspiring writer, at night she performs spoken word with her best friend Bobbi, who used to be her girlfriend. When they are interviewed and then befriended by Melissa, a well-known journalist who is married to Nick, an actor, they enter a world of beautiful houses, raucous dinner parties and holidays in Provence, beginning a complex ménage-à-quatre. But when Frances and Nick get unexpectedly closer, the sharply witty and emotion-averse Frances is forced to honestly confront her own vulnerabilities for the first time.

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Hunk House - Thryft
Ben Tyler

Hunk House

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Hunk House is a perfect read for fans of reality TV and romance. This book offers a refreshing twist on the genre and will keep readers on the edge of their seats. With a cast of interesting and diverse characters, Hunk House is both entertaining and thought-provoking. Tyler's writing style is engaging and easy to follow, making this a great choice for anyone looking for a fun and lighthearted read.

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Enigma Variations - Thryft
André Aciman

Enigma Variations

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From André Aciman, the author of Call Me by Your Name (now a major motion picture) comes “a sensory masterclass, absorbing, intelligent, unforgettable” (Times Literary Supplement).Enigma Variations charts the life of a man named Paul, whose loves remain as consuming and as covetous throughout his adulthood as they were in his adolescence. Whether the setting is southern Italy, where as a boy he has a crush on his parents’ cabinetmaker, or a snowbound campus in New England, where his enduring passion for a girl he’ll meet again and again over the years is punctuated by anonymous encounters with men—whether he’s on a tennis court in Central Park or on a New York sidewalk in early spring. Paul’s attachments are ungraspable, transient, and forever underwritten by raw desire.Ahead of every step Paul takes, his hopes, denials, fears, and regrets are always ready to lay their traps. Yet the dream of love lingers. We may not always know what we want. We may remain enigmas to ourselves and to others. But sooner or later, we discover who we’ve always known we were.

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The Book of Salt - Thryft
Monique Truong

The Book of Salt

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Binh, a Vietnamese cook, flees Saigon in 1929, disgracing his family to serve as a galley hand at sea. The taunts of his now-deceased father ringing in his ears, Binh answers an ad for a live-in cook at a Parisian household, and soon finds himself employed by Gertrude Stein and Alice B. Toklas.Toklas and Stein hold court in their literary salon, for which the devoted yet acerbic Binh serves as chef, and as a keen observer of his "Mesdames" and their distinguished guests. But when the enigmatic literary ladies decide to journey back to America, Binh is faced with a monumental choice: will he, the self-imposed "exile," accompany them to yet another new country, return to his native Vietnam, or make Paris his home?

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