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FictionH. G. Wells

The War of the Worlds

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“A story to explore beyond the familiar shortlist. Read its synopsis, see what catches your curiosity, and bring your take back to the pool.”

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aoife_obrien · 9 Oct 2026, 00:10 UTC

Would The War of the Worlds work as a book-club pick? I like having something we can disagree about afterwards.

ronaninwicklow_114 · 9 Oct 2026, 13:10 UTC

Aoife, same question here. A quick note on the pace would help me make up my mind.

grainnekennedy · 9 Oct 2026, 04:10 UTC

The War of the Worlds is one I am weighing up. The pitches in here are useful. A couple of lines about the tone can tell me more than a score.

ciaran.osullivan · 9 Oct 2026, 18:10 UTC

Grainne, i have added a boost too. Would be interesting to see how it sits beside the other choices.

aoifereads · 9 Oct 2026, 08:10 UTC

For anyone considering The War of the Worlds: Could someone add a spoiler-free note about the opening? That is usually what helps me choose.