Richard Osman is a multifaceted personality, with his roles ranging from presenting to novelist. As well as writing a range of successful books, the television presenter is also a lover of reading, with his favourite books ranging across various genres. Now, book lovers are able to get some insight on some of his top recommendations, thanks to Read This Twice, a website that allows book enthusiasts to find out the favourite books of personalities.
Here is a list of seven of Richard Osman’s favourite books:
The book follows as Nige Tassell searches for 22 independent, guitar-based bands that made a ground-breaking cassette by NME in the late 80s.
It explores their influence and how, nearly 30 years on, their legacy remains.
Richard said: “If you understand what this title means then you will love this book, as Nige Tassell tracks down members of all 22 bands on the original C86 cassette. If you don’t know what C86 was, then it might be a BIT niche.”
Goodreads rates the book 4.1 out of five stars.
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The gripping James Bond novel, takes readers on a spy adventure as Bond wrestles with the aftermath of M’s murder at his own allegiances. Questions surrounding his own identity push him to a wall, as he has to confront them for his survival.
According to Richard Osman, With A Mind to Kill is just one of Anthony Horowitz’s “brilliant books”, describing the author as a “wonderful writer”.
Goodreads rates the book 3.9 out of five.
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Another Anthony Horowitz addition. This literary thriller combines the story of a retired publisher who owns a small hotel on a Greek island and a murder mystery that took place in an idyllic inn located in Suffolk.
The novel, full of twists and turns, will certainly keep readers on their toes.
In 2020, Richard Osman said: “Just finished the new @AnthonyHorowitz book ‘Moonflower Murders’. Absolutlely loved it. So, clever, just masterful stuff.”
Goodreads rates the book four out of five stars.
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