Show Notes
Anna and Geoff discuss THE PALM HOUSE by Gwendoline Riley. Set in London, it centres on friends Laura and Putnam, both journalists facing a changing work landscape. It is longlisted for the 2026 Booker Prize.
We enjoyed this book, especially the spare writing. It got us talking: How important is plot?
Is this a comic novel?
Geoff's alternative title for the book.
We also pick our next reads from the Booker Prize Longlist.
Other books mentioned:
The Labyrinth by Amanda Lohrey Capture by Amanda Lohrey The Gate at The Stairs by Lorrie Moore Birds of America by Lorrie Moore Foster by Claire Keegan The Friend by Sigrid Nunez
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