Dietland by Sarai Walker

This is a book about how women can take their revenge upon men. It features stories of humiliation, mutilation, and dismemberment. I mean, really! This is a nasty turn in society at present, and I hope it dies down soon! As a feminist, I cannot recommend this book for weight loss or for any other reason.

The Trouble with Henry and Zoe by Andy Jones

As Cloggie Downunder wrote on Amazon, "this is a novel with plenty of humour, but also a bit of heartache, lots of wisdom and wit, an anniversary celebration, a wedding, a hen’s party, and a generous helping of people with a graduated bob hairdo. This is a delightful novel . . ." It's a romance novel, so be prepared for talk of rings and weddings. Also be prepared to drop a few tears. The course of true love never does run smoothly! In fact, Andy Jones is good at pointing out how our fault-finding minds are always looking for flaws in other people, no matter how dear they are to us.

Hoot by Carl Hiaasen

Carl Hiaasen certainly has a firm grasp of this form of literature intended for young adults. I thought Hoot had a fantastical side, and it is very funny. At the same time, it just about lays out the blueprint for seriously protesting an environmental issue. And the characters were very unpredictable! This book is suitable for those learning English and was a New York Times bestseller.