DYMOCKS RECOMMENDS

At Dymocks, we aim to inspire more book lovers. So we’ve collated a selection of top picks that we rate as page-turners. With each Dymocks team member passionate about different topics across a wide range of genres, we’ve reviewed unputdownable reads that we love and think you’ll enjoy, too. From Australian greats, hit fantasy series, much-adored classics and much more, there’s something for everyone!

From the well-read team at Dymocks to you, happy reading!

February Reading Guide

"Concrete Rose is a book of our time, and although a prequel to The Hate U Give, it is a worthy successor that plays all the right notes when it comes to storytelling and imitating real life. A work of fiction beautifully interwoven in reality, this book will continue to speak for generations to come. A must read for the young and adults."

Mathew
Dymocks Waurn Ponds

THE PARIS LIBRARY by Janet Skeslien Charles

"Based on actual events that happened in Paris during World War II, this story details the courage and humanity shown by librarians who continued to deliver books to Jews after they were banned from the library. It is about the importance of books and the power of literature. Perfect for fans of historical fiction, especially if you like character-driven novels involving dual timelines."

Beth
Dymocks Busselton

"Three wives – well, you know it’s going to be interesting! There’s the damaged husband who is a breakaway from a traditional Mormon community and the wives, all very different in personality and skills but all broken for different reasons. Great storyline - including rebellion, drama, sex, religion and cult worship – with a nice twist."

Mike
Dymocks Busselton

"When Nora, her ex-boyfriend AND her new girlfriend are held at gunpoint in a bank robbery gone wrong, they must figure out how to stick together and stay alive. It’s not the first time that Nora has had to con her way out of danger, but just how much can she reveal of her past before it wreaks havoc on her future? This book is a fast-paced teen thriller that I found impossible to put down. Seriously, if you grab a copy of this book, cancel your plans for the rest of the day!"

Hannah
Dymocks Waurn Ponds

"In Abigail Deans' debut novel Girl A, we are granted an insight into what it means to be a survivor of both physical and psychological abuse. When Girl A's mother dies in prison, she and her siblings are forced to come to terms with what happened to them long ago. This gripping psychological thriller is a beautifully constructed slow burn with a heartbreaking storyline set firmly in the realm of realism. Perfect for any crime enthusiast who likes to explore the long-term repercussions of crime on its victims, and the challenge survivors have to not only live but to thrive."

Kyle
Dymocks Wollongong

"A bittersweet story about a woman who deals with a mysterious and devastating loss in her younger years by isolating herself in her house, surrounded by "treasures" from her past. When a new family moves in next door her carefully controlled life begins to unravel, motivating her to find out what really happened all those years ago. A beautiful story about love, loss and new beginnings, all with a dash of mystery thrown in."

Lynne
Dymocks Rouse Hill

"Recently appointed as a Reese Witherspoon Book Club pick, Outlawed is a fun feminist western that is very deserving of all the praise its receiving. I had a wild time reading this - it had terrific pacing, a strong and feisty main character, and a wonderful sense of adventure."

Tanaya
Dymocks Marketing Coordinator

"This is one of those books that has popped up on the must-read lists well before publication, and for good reason. A Crooked Tree looks at the unintended consequences of a questionable parental act, but it is also about the push and pull of siblings over a summer. I was fully immersed in this story and loved the pine-clad mountainous setting as well!"

Kate
Dymocks Category Manager

"April Wood, a young girl struggling to connect with her distant father, befriends and rescues Bear, a lonely polar bear trapped on an island due to the melting of the polar ice caps. This is a lovely story with a big heart and a powerful message, beautifully illustrated by Levi Pinfold."

Vanessa
Dymocks Bendigo

THE WORLD BETWEEN BLINKS by Ryan Graudin and Amie Kaufman

"The World Between Blinks sparkles with beautiful metaphors, thrilling landscapes, a little bit of love, and two brave, unforgettable protagonists. Follow Marisol and Jake as they try to find their way out of a world of lost things. Exploring the significance of memories and learning when to let go and when to hold on, I can guarantee you will want to read this over and over."

Lucy
Dymocks Busselton

"Erma Bridges returns urgently home to Brisbane from a holiday in Spain, under investigation at work. Jenny, Erma's research assistant, breaks into her apartment and shoots her twice, before taking her own life. Erma tries to make sense of what has happened, while everything is changing and spiralling out of control. The Spiral is a great thriller and mystery which keeps you guessing until the end. I really enjoyed it."

Clare
Dymocks Ellenbrook

"This is one for the fans of historical fiction. For those who love to read about the Jacobean court and it’s frivolities - good and bad. We view the court through the eyes of Anne and her friend Frankie. Stars rise and fall on the whims of the court and the harsh realities that must be confronted."

Julie
Dymocks Waurn Ponds

THE MOROCCAN DAUGHTER by Deborah Rodriguez

"Exotic Morocco: enticing, sensual and alluring. Historic Morocco: steeped in tradition and honour. Deborah Rodriguez vividly brings to life the landscape, the people, and the customs of this ancient North African country, all the while weaving a story of secrets and deceit involving four very different women. Definitely for those of us with wanderlust!"

Beth
Dymocks Busselton

WITH A LITTLE KELP FROM OUR FRIENDS by Mathew Bate

"An inspiring and fact-filled book for curious minds. The multiple uses of seaweed - food, medicine, clothing, biofuel and more - could hold the solution to the climate crisis. This quirkily illustrated volume provides ideas and hope for the future. Recommended for readers 6 plus."

Heather
Dymocks Waurn Ponds

"Namina Forna has done an amazing job at creating a spectularly rich, unique, rich and immersive world for her debut novel, The Gilded Ones. I found in following the story of the protagonist, Deka, that you will meet characters with real depth and a mystery to them that will leave you in a perpetual state of curiosity. Fantasy that also examines the morals and beliefs of the world that it's set in, The Gilded Ones is the perfect YA novel for the beginning of 2021."

Lizzie
Dymocks Toowoomba

"This fascinating book is as mysterious as The Dry and as moving as Where the Crawdads Sing. Whilst the reader is sent back and forth between the 1940s, 1960s and 1980s, The Silent Listener does so seamlessly to the point that the reader really does feel like they are smoothly transported to vital events of the narrative. Through the innocent eyes of Joy Henderson, we explore her life on an isolated farm in rural Australia, and how she struggles to make sense of the the cruelty and people that surround her life - in particular, her father George, who is loved and adored by the community but who behind closed doors is another individual altogether. One day, one of the local children Wendy goes missing and Joy can’t put herself at ease with the disappearance. If you are looking for a book that is hard to put down, then The Silent Listener is for you."

Gina
Dymocks Neutral Bay

"Never has a novel set amidst a world ravaged by a global pandemic felt so eerily relevant. Bethany Clift’s debut constructs a confronting post-apocalyptic landscape, however, unlike other sci-fi plots, Last One at the Party introduces unique emotional depth. Written in diary format, the female protagonist details her harrowing journey to self-sufficiency, whilst recounting the past pitfalls that made her self-destructive and depressed. Ultimately, this roller coaster of a read assures new beginnings and hope can emerge, even when things seem most dire."

Georgia
Dymocks Garden City QLD

"If you enjoy an intricate and distinctive world and a cast of endearing but flawed characters, then The Bone Season series is perfect for you. With each new addition in this series, Samantha Shannon manages to outdo herself; the writing is sharper, the characters are more lovable, and the plot manages to be even more twisted and compelling. The Mask Falling is no exception and it will take you on a roller coaster of emotions. To me, the sign of a good book is one that makes you feel something, and whilst reading The Mask Falling, I felt joy, shock, stress, adoration, and so many other emotions all rolled into one. In the weeks since I’ve read it, I can’t stop thinking about it, and I know I will be rereading it again soon. This is quickly becoming one of my favourite series of all time, and I would highly recommend it!"

Tanaya
Dymocks Marketing Coordinator

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