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Equal Rites
A Discworld Novel (Discworld Novels)
Terry Pratchett - 2005-09-13 (first published in 1987)
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In this hilarious and magical tale, a dying wizard mistakenly tries to pass on his powers to a baby who turns out to be a girl. To fix his mistake, the town witch turns the girl into a witch. But as she grows up, she must navigate the challenges of being the first female wizard and save the world with just one kick. A must-read for fans of fantasy and humor.
Talia Lavin
2021-03-15T06:53:20.000Z
@aisling_bn its such a sweet good book tho      source
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Night Watch
Terry Pratchett - 2011-11-21 (first published in 2002)
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This thrilling novel follows a policeman trying to catch a serial killer who targets other cops while the city is on the verge of revolution. The people have finally found their voice, but our protagonist is left to decide whether to join them or uphold the law.
Talia Lavin
2021-03-15T05:11:17.000Z
honestly if you like droll silly humor with a core of pin sharp observations of human nature theyre all so good terry pratchett has saved my life on numerous occasions (i reread as a depressive coping mechanism so im not even really kidding there) i just love the books so much 😭      source
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The Fifth Elephant
Terry Pratchett - 2009-01-06 (first published in 1999)
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This novel explores the delicate art of diplomacy, and the consequences of being unprepared for the responsibility that comes with it. With humor and wit, the author captures the nuances and subtext of this sophisticated world, where one wrong move could have disastrous results. Anyone who enjoys political intrigue with a twist of fantasy will find this book satisfying.
Talia Lavin
2021-03-15T05:11:17.000Z
honestly if you like droll silly humor with a core of pin sharp observations of human nature theyre all so good terry pratchett has saved my life on numerous occasions (i reread as a depressive coping mechanism so im not even really kidding there) i just love the books so much 😭      source
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Men at Arms
Terry Pratchett - 2003-05-27 (first published in 1993)
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Join the ragtag team of the City Watch as they struggle to maintain order in the chaotic city of Ankh-Morpork. Led by Corporal Carrot, a technically a dwarf, and staffed by a troll, a woman most of the time, and a disqualified human, the group has just 24 hours to clean up the town. It's a daunting task, but with your help, they might just succeed.
Talia Lavin
2021-03-15T05:11:17.000Z
honestly if you like droll silly humor with a core of pin sharp observations of human nature theyre all so good terry pratchett has saved my life on numerous occasions (i reread as a depressive coping mechanism so im not even really kidding there) i just love the books so much 😭      source
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Witches Abroad
Terry Pratchett - 2002-07-30 (first published in 1991)
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Three witches must journey to Genua to prevent a servant girl from marrying the Prince, encountering vampires, werewolves, and falling houses along the way. But in Genua, they face their biggest challenge yet: outwitting a power-hungry godmother who will stop at nothing to create her version of a "happy ending", even if it means destroying a kingdom.
Talia Lavin
2021-03-15T05:11:17.000Z
honestly if you like droll silly humor with a core of pin sharp observations of human nature theyre all so good terry pratchett has saved my life on numerous occasions (i reread as a depressive coping mechanism so im not even really kidding there) i just love the books so much 😭      source
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Guards! Guards!
Terry Pratchett - 2001-08-01 (first published in 1989)
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Get ready to embark on a fantastical adventure through the world of Discworld in this eighth installment. Dragons, not dead but dormant, occupy a unique space that's tightly packed together. Follow along as the story unfolds and discover the key to unlock their potential, forever changing the course of history. Guards! Guards! will take you on a journey that will leave you mesmerized and eager for more!
Talia Lavin
2021-03-15T05:11:17.000Z
honestly if you like droll silly humor with a core of pin sharp observations of human nature theyre all so good terry pratchett has saved my life on numerous occasions (i reread as a depressive coping mechanism so im not even really kidding there) i just love the books so much 😭      source
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Wyrd Sisters
Terry Pratchett - 2001-02-06 (first published in 1988)
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Meddling witches navigate royal politics and battle against impossible odds to put the rightful king back on the throne in a magical world where kingdoms quake and crowns topple.
Talia Lavin
2021-03-15T05:11:17.000Z
honestly if you like droll silly humor with a core of pin sharp observations of human nature theyre all so good terry pratchett has saved my life on numerous occasions (i reread as a depressive coping mechanism so im not even really kidding there) i just love the books so much 😭      source
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Moby Dick
Herman Melville - 2003-02-21 (first published in 1851)
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Embark on a thrilling adventure with a wandering sailor named Ishmael and his voyage aboard the Pequod, a whaling ship led by the vengeful Captain Ahab. Their mission? To hunt down a white whale of massive size and ferocity known as Moby-Dick. With few ships having encountered this elusive creature, the stakes are high and the danger is real in this classic tale by Herman Melville.
Talia Lavin
2020-11-28T01:25:36.000Z
@DabenoCrow ive read and loved older books! moby dick is my favorite book. stoker just isnt that good a writer!      source
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Death in the Air
The True Story of a Serial Killer, the Great London Smog, and the Strangling of a City
Kate Winkler Dawson - 2017-10-17
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Discover a thrilling historical narrative filled with real-life horror and environmental disaster in this engaging read. In the aftermath of World War II, London was plagued by a killer smog that claimed 12,000 lives in just five days. Amid the chaos, a serial killer known as the "Beast of Rillington Place" was preying on poor and forgotten women. Author Kate Winkler Dawson weaves together the story of this notorious killer with the deadly environmental disaster that served as the backdrop, in a tale that will keep you on the edge of your seat.
Talia Lavin
2020-09-14T17:51:55.000Z
@spindlypete the book "death in the air" by kate dawson - about the london smog and also about a serial killer operating during it - was INCREDIBLE (like devil and the white city its clear the author's real interest is in smog legislation, leavened with a bit of murder most foule)      source
Wolf Hall by Hilary Mantel
Say Nothing by Patrick Radden Keefe
The 42nd Parallel by John Dos Passos
The Torah Anthology by Shmuel Yerushalmi