I agree with Dom - stunning novels. I would also add 'The Pearl' and 'Travels with Charlie' by Steinbeck as unmissable.
Also, Toks, if you are into historical novels - may I suggest 'Germinal' by Emile Zola - a riveting read (Did it for my French degree.)
Al.
P.S. - As far as commenting on your autob. is concerned - I was away most of yesterday and then when I came back and read it, I thought I would leave my comment for a while - then got distracted - then fell asleep - you know the score.
If I said I liked what I read - would you now really believe me?
