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S.S. Turner crafts thought-provoking stories that explore the profound transformations his characters must undergo to navigate the complexities of modern life. His works are celebrated for their vivid storytelling, and the way his characters intertwine universal themes with personal growth. The author of Secrets of a River Swimmer, The Connection Game, Golden, and The Last Toll Collector (nominated for the Booker Prize), he captivates readers with tales that resonate in today's fast-paced, ever-evolving world. ...more

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S.S. Turner I'd join Huckleberry Finn and Jim at the early stages of their river journey. I'd lie back on the raft and talk with them about life on either side of…moreI'd join Huckleberry Finn and Jim at the early stages of their river journey. I'd lie back on the raft and talk with them about life on either side of the river. I'd have enjoyed living a slow life with beautiful characters who spoke inspiring words from Mark Twain's mind...(less)
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Average rating: 4.7 · 348 ratings · 137 reviews · 4 distinct worksSimilar authors
Golden: A Novel

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The Last Toll Collector

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The Connection Game

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Secrets of a River Swimmer

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Tempting Fake by Tracey Morait
Tempting Fake
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Tempting Fake follows two teenagers, Cherry and Adam, who live in boarding schools at opposite ends of the country and connect through social media. Cherry, struggling to fit in after her mother’s remarriage, becomes immersed in a platform called Pic ...more
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From West Yorkshire to East Berlin by Ailsa Mellor
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SUSPENDED by Carmel McMurdo Audsley
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Dive into the harsh realities of 18th-century Scotland with 'Suspended', a fictionalised account of Maggie Dickson's life. This isn't a world of lairds and ladies, but of resilient fishing folk battling unimaginable hardship. You'll walk with Maggie ...more
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Rise of the Ripper by Amanda Tams
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"Rise of the Ripper" by A. M. Tams is an intriguing blend of historical fiction and modern mystery, capturing the chilling essence of the infamous serial killer. This narrative is quite graphic, so it may not be suited for those who are easily distur ...more
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Scribner Horror by Joshua Scribner
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Seed and the other stories in "Scribner Horror: Four Horror Novels" take readers on a wonderfully twisted journey that challenges your perception of reality. Jonah Singer, the protagonist, grapples with OCD and a shadowy past, making him an intriguin ...more
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A Dream of Waking Life by E.S. Fein
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From the first page of 'A Dream of Waking Life' by E. S. Fein, you’ll find yourself glued to the story, pondering the questions it raises, all while discovering deeper themes of love and personal purpose.

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“There it was. The HR robot. It swung the door open so efficiently that the room’s air remained as still as a cat in a gutter. When Valerie caught a full glimpse of its white plastic face and silver minimalist body, which didn’t even try to cover up its essential wires, her sense of unease morphed into panic. The robot closed the door, then sat beside the man who controlled its every move. Valerie dared not make eye contact with the robot for fear of revealing her weaknesses to its all-seeing eyes, or rather, cameras.”
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“There it was. The HR robot. It swung the door open so efficiently that then room’s air remained as still as a cat in a gutter. When Valerie caught a full glimpse of its white plastic face and silver minimalist body, which didn’t even try to cover up its essential wires, her sense of unease morphed into panic. The robot closed
the door, then sat beside the man who controlled its every move. Valerie dared not make eye contact with the robot for fear of revealing her weaknesses to its
all-seeing eyes, or rather, cameras.”
S.S. Turner, The Last Toll Collector

“Not again, Valerie Tobruk thought, as the realization sank in: she was not in a safe place. The bespeckled, gray-suited job interviewer sitting across the table fiddled with her CV as though it possessed the answers she didn’t. His vibe was that of an asshole: a distinctly human trait, but he also possessed the cold-eyed, claustrophobia-inspiring functionality of AI. It was a lose-lose situation. Either way, she knew he was there to expose her as unworthy of the job—and so much more.”
S.S. Turner, The Last Toll Collector

“Could there be something positive coming my way if I were to jump straight into the river, no questions asked?”
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“Not again, Valerie Tobruk thought, as the realization sank in: she was not in a safe place. The bespeckled, gray-suited job interviewer sitting across the table fiddled with her CV as though it possessed the answers she didn’t. His vibe was that of an asshole: a distinctly human trait, but he also possessed the cold-eyed, claustrophobia-inspiring functionality of AI. It was a lose-lose situation. Either way, she knew he was there to expose her as unworthy of the job—and so much more.”
S.S. Turner, The Last Toll Collector

“There it was. The HR robot. It swung the door open so efficiently that the room’s air remained as still as a cat in a gutter. When Valerie caught a full glimpse of its white plastic face and silver minimalist body, which didn’t even try to cover up its essential wires, her sense of unease morphed into panic. The robot closed the door, then sat beside the man who controlled its every move. Valerie dared not make eye contact with the robot for fear of revealing her weaknesses to its all-seeing eyes, or rather, cameras.”
S.S. Turner, The Last Toll Collector

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