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Ben Starling wants to read: Looking for recommendations for my next read. I'd like to read fiction with a strong female character - any genre okay!

Thanks in advance for your advice.

All the best from,
Ben ...more

May 31, 2014 12:32PM · 6 likes · Like

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Charlene Bishop's Knight by Katie Rues, I just finished it and it was great! It is the start of a trilogy. ...more
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she said: " Try this one, Ben. My best read last year. Superb writer. "

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she said: " Published many years ago, but a great historical novel with a strong female protagonist. "

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Aug 20, 2016 09:34PM · Like

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she said: " Hi Ben and a very Merry Christmas to you!

I have noticed you are looking for a novel with a strong female character.
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With best regards and prosperous new year wishes,
Jacky ...more "

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she said: " Hi Ben,
I think you will like this book.
Deepa
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Red Queen (Red Queen, #1)
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she said: " A hilarious book full of strong female characters. My favorite that I've read this year (tied with A Corner of White). ...more "

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