Books of the Month May 2024

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There's sure to be something to pique your interest in our books for this month. From the rhythms of the music industry to the grandeur of the Roman Empire, the high-altitude exploits of the Hercules aircraft to romantic fiction, and the page turning twists of a thriller.

You can win all the books featured in our May collection in the competition below.

Guitar by Earl Slick. Earl, barely in his teens, embarked on a remarkable journey when David Bowie hired him to play guitar for the groundbreaking 1974 Diamond Dogs tour, marking the beginning of a forty-year relationship that included collaborations with rock legends such as John Lennon, Mick Jagger, and Eric Clapton. Earl's experiences, from performing with Lennon's band during his tragic murder to working with a roster of rock royalty like George Harrison and Joe Cocker, are chronicled in 'Guitar', shedding light on his extraordinary rise from a New York City boy to a real-life Johnny B. Goode. Published by Michael Joseph, 30th May 2024. Pre-Order Here

Nero by Conn Iggulden. Travel to the heart of a Roman dynasty and the story of Nero, the last of the Julio-Claudian emperors. His mother is Agrippina, granddaughter of Emperor Augustus, but imperial blood is no protection, the closer you are to the heart of the empire, the closer you are to power, intrigue, and danger, just one mistake risks exile, incarceration, execution, or worst of all, the loss of her infant son, Agrippina knows that opportunity waits, and her son is everything. This is the story of Nero's life under the watchful and scheming eye of his mother Agrippina, a woman every man crossed at his peril. Published by Michael Joseph, 23rd May 2024. Pre-Order Here

Hercules by Scott Bateman. For over fifty years, the RAF relied on the Hercules force as their go-to resource in crises worldwide. Originally conceived in the 1950s, the Lockheed C-130 Hercules proved its mettle in the Vietnam War before becoming a staple in air forces globally. Former RAF Hercules Captain Scott Bateman opens the cockpit to provide a gripping insider's view of flying this legendary aircraft, honouring the brave individuals who operated it, including those who made the ultimate sacrifice in service. Published by Michael Joseph, 23rd May 2024. Pre-Order Here

This Summer Will Be Different by Carley Fortune. Lucy and Felix first met on vacation in Prince Edward Island, where he showed her more than just beaches. When Lucy discovers Felix is her best friend Bridget's brother, she tries to keep their night together in the past. Despite promising herself not to fall for Felix each summer, it becomes increasingly difficult. This year, as Bridget faces a crisis, Lucy must return to the island one last time. However, Felix's demeanor has changed, leaving Lucy questioning the safety of her heart. Published by Penguin, 9th May 2024. Pre-Order Here

Fight Me by Austin Grossman. Dr. Rick Tower, once part of a secret government project alongside three others, now lives a mundane life as an English professor. Decades later a mysterious disappearance forces him to reunite with his former comrades, each with their own agenda. Combining compelling storytelling and fierce imagination with a rich cast of characters, Fight Me is a page-turning and distinctive thriller, a unique tale of good and evil, and a memorable portrait of man trying to do the right thing at any cost. Against impossible odds. Published by Michael Joseph, 23rd May 2024. Pre-Order Here

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