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The Riddle of the Sands

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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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saoirseinmayo_119 · 13 Oct 2026, 23:10 UTC

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

grainne.burke · 14 Oct 2026, 12:10 UTC

Saoirse, that is a good way of choosing. I tend to match the pick to the evening as well.

roisin.doyle · 14 Oct 2026, 03:10 UTC

The Riddle of the Sands is one I am weighing up. This would be a good change of pace from the things currently at the top of my list.

sineadreads · 14 Oct 2026, 17:10 UTC

Roisin, fair point. There is room for something a bit different in the next six.

conor_doyle · 14 Oct 2026, 07:10 UTC

For anyone considering The Riddle of the Sands: A little more variety in the shortlist is always welcome. Glad this is in the pool.