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Fiction1903Edith Nesbit

The Phoenix and the Carpet

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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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fionninwicklow · 9 Oct 2026, 11:10 UTC

Edith Nesbit keeps coming up in recommendations. Where would people start with their books?

caoimheryan · 10 Oct 2026, 00:10 UTC

Fionn, yes, a spoiler-free discussion would be ideal. I am trying not to look too much up beforehand.

ronanreads · 9 Oct 2026, 15:10 UTC

The Phoenix and the Carpet is one I am weighing up. A little more variety in the shortlist is always welcome. Glad this is in the pool.

eoinreads · 10 Oct 2026, 05:10 UTC

Ronan, agreed on keeping the pitch short. I want a reason to try it without knowing every turn.

grainne.burke · 9 Oct 2026, 19:10 UTC

For anyone considering The Phoenix and the Carpet: The pitches in here are useful. A couple of lines about the tone can tell me more than a score.