The Hunt for Red October Clancy’s debut novel launched a spectacular career and introduced the world to a new hero, Jack Ryan. More
The Guns of Navarone Classic World War II thriller from MacLean, acclaimed master of action and suspense. More
The Murder of Roger Ackroyd Christie’s first book to be published by William Collins; known for its startling reveal. 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
Gorky Park First book in the Arkady Renko series, which became an instant bestseller and changed the crime fiction genre. More
Flashman When this novel was first published, many critics mistakenly accepted it as a genuine historical memoir. More
Master and Commander First book in O’Brian’s Aubrey/Maturin series, widely regarded as the greatest series of historical novels ever written. More