The Folklore of Birds by Alison Davies: Which bird was instrumental in the death of Christ

Alison Davies takes us through the joys of bird life and their history in this fascinating new book that celebrates…

The Accidental Soldier by Owain Mulligan: How a pink crop top, bottles of Chianti and a trusted band of brothers got me through the Iraq War

In his witty yet moving memoir, Carey Mulligan’s brother Owain reveals the highs amid the horrors of war, after swapping…

The Death of Stalin by Sheila Fitzpatrick: Watch out! Stalin's coming back into fashion…

In her new book, Sheila Fitzpatrick recounts the events before and after the Communist leader’s demise.

What We Value by Emily Falk: How to rob a bank – be a woman and make a fuss

Neuroscientist Emily Falk reveals the inner workings of our decision making.

The Literary Fiction to take into the Easter weekend: Parallel Lines by Edward St Aubyn, Small Boat by Vincent Delacroix, Back in the Day by Oliver Lovrenski

Claire Allfree reviews the Literary Fiction out now.

Allies At War by Tim Bouverie: A history lesson for Donald Trump

A brilliant account of double-dealing between the Allies in WWII shows the mistake Roosevelt made – with the result that…

The most psychological thrillers to add a chill to your Easter break: Midnight in Soap Lake by Mathew Sullivan, The Serial Killer's Party by Amy Cunningham, The Liar by Louise Jensen

Christena Appleyard reviews the best Psychological Thrillers out now.

You'll need a cup of tea after reading these: The best Retros out now – FISH TALES by Nettie Jones, ALL THAT IS by James Salter, THE IMAGE OF HER by Simone de Beauvoir

Sally Morris reviews the best retros out now.

'Welcome to an enchanted world': The best Sci-Fi and Fantasy out now – Gifted and Talented by Olivie Blake, North American Lake Monsters by Nathan Ballingrud

Jamie Buxton reviews the best Sci-Fi and Fantasy books out now.

Which precursor to Bridget Jones would Helen Lederer take to a desert island?

Helen Lederer answers our burning questions, what’s she reading now, what would she take to a desert island, what gave…