Code Name Helene is a fascinating historical novel based on the life of Nancy Wake during the second World War. Nancy became involved in the French Resistance movement, was then trained in espionage in London and finally airdropped back into France taking on another identity. Wht a story! Support the show

A delightful story called Owl Babies for young chidren (3/5 years of age). For all young children and those who may be learning English as a second language. Support the show

The Russian Doll by Merina Palmer and Chapter 1 of this part political intrigue thriller, part romance. Makes for an entertaining and fast-paced book set in present day London. Support the show

Wrong Place, Wrong Time is an ingeniously plotted psychological thriller told in reverse! One of those books which is a real page turner with twists and turns along the way. Addictive, riveting, brilliant! Support the show

The Invisible Bridge by Jule Orringer is an engrossing, emotional story set in 1937 from a remote Hungarian village to the grand opera houses of Budapest and Paris. It spans many years and is ultimately a vividly written book which will have an profound impact on you. Superb! Support the show

This is part of Chapter 1 of Damascus Station.....it's setting the theme for the intrigue and espionage to follow. Support the show

Damascus Station is a gripping, realistic portrayal of espionage, love, loyalty and betrayal. You won't be able to put it down! Support the show

A further excerpt from the initial story of The Lovers in Before the Coffee Gets Cold. Now we learn that there are certain intriguing rules before anyone can travel back in time. More to follow..... Support the show

This is a section of the first visitor we encounter in Before the Coffee Gets Cold. We are introduced to the couple and how they end up in the cafe called Funiculi Funicula. Support the show

What a delight! Before the Coffee Gets Cold is a quirky novel which balances the sad and the sweet and ask the ultimate question: what would you change if you could travel back in time? Support the show

The Safe House by Louise Mumford & the second chapter in the book. A taste of things to come..... Support the show

The Jigsaw Man is a dark, chilling and at the same time, grim thriller about a serial killer on the loose. Naturally there are a few unexpected twists and turns along the way! The Safe House is a compelling, psychological thriller which is hard to put down. A book which is ultimately about the depths of a mother's love and how delusional one can become. Support the show

Two completely different books to introduce to you: The Accomplice by Steve Cavanagh is a gripping, twisty and clever page turner thriller. Hard to put down! The Ticket Collector from Belarus by Mike Anderson & Neil Hanson is a true story of two childhood friends that became the bitterest of enemies following the Nazi invasion in 1941. Hard to believe this was the UK's only war crimes trial in 1999. Support the show

What a great read! Hard to put it down and a real page turner. Jeffrey Archer is most definitely a great storyteller. Loved this book. Support the show

The Devil's Advocate by Steve Cavanagh is a tense, gripping and intelligent novel - you will find it impossible to put down! Support the show

This is a small excerpt from the novel by David Michie when the Dalai Lama has a visit from a nun who has been helping to rehabilitate prisoners. An amusing comparison is made between life in a nunnery or monastery and of life in a prison. Support the show

An endearing book following a malnourished slum kitten the Dalai Lama rescued and carried back to his beautiful sanctuary. Here she rubs up against Hollywood stars and observes all the comings and goings of life with one of the world's greatest spiritual leaders. Support the show

Time for Tea by food writer and critic, Tom Parker Bowles along with the famous London store, Fortnum & Mason providing recipes to pair with that perfect brew! Support the show

This episode provides you with some history behind the popularity of tea drinking in Britain. My next episode will discuss a book related to tea around the world. Support the show

"No matter what he does, every person on earth plays a central role in the history of the world. And normally he doesn't know it." - Paulo Coelho, The Alchemist Support the show