Like his mother, Diana, 11-year-old Byron Hemmings likes things to be just so. But when two extra seconds are added to the clock one morning in 1972, an accident occurs that will alter the course of his life. 

Chatelaine Book Club review: Perfect by Rachel Joyce

Rachel Joyce

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Growing up in India in the ’40s, brothers Subhash and Udayan are inseparable. As they age, their lives take different paths. Passionate Udayan is drawn to a radical movement, while gentle Subhash moves to America to study. 

Chatelaine Book Club review: The Lowland by Jhumpa Lahiri

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From creative tales that reflect the ferocity of love to haunting thrillers and a true story about a 13-year-old girl foray into filmdom, here are some of the best books of 2013.

Chatelaine Book Club: Best books of 2013 by Books Editor Laurie Grassi

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Mystery author Ian Rankin shares his all-time favourite books to puzzle over on a cold winter's day.

Crime novelist Ian Rankin shares his five perfect mysteries 

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An unlikely affair sparks long-lasting consequences. Get the full review for Infidelity by Stacey May Fowles.

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What happens when an accident alters the course of your life

A story about family by Pulitzer Prize-winner Jhumpa Lahiri

Books editor Laurie Grassi’s favourite books of 2013

Crime novelist Ian Rankin shares his five perfect mysteries

For every infidelity, a price must be paid