Master and Commander First book in O’Brian’s Aubrey/Maturin series, widely regarded as the greatest series of historical novels ever written. More
Bernard Cornwell The most magical phrase I knew as a child was “Once upon a time” because those four words meant a story was coming. More Bernard Cornwell
The Hunt for Red October Clancy’s debut novel launched a spectacular career and introduced the world to a new hero, Jack Ryan. More
Gorky Park First book in the Arkady Renko series, which became an instant bestseller and changed the crime fiction genre. More
Jack Higgins Why I write: Some years ago, although enjoying great success, I was accused by certain literary critics of repeating myself too much in my work. More Jack Higgins
Anne Hillerman I read to take a mini-vacation in my own living room, to go back in history, forward in time, or to a place I love and had forgotten. More Anne Hillerman
Flashman When this novel was first published, many critics mistakenly accepted it as a genuine historical memoir. More
The Guns of Navarone Classic World War II thriller from MacLean, acclaimed master of action and suspense. More