The Reading Table at Angela Reed
The Reading Table at Angela Reed is a quiet corner of the internet for people who love good books, thoughtful conversation, and the beauty of slow living.
Curated by Kate Reed at Angela Reed, this community is our space to share monthly book picks, seasonal inspiration and the kind of calm, meaningful moments that only a good book can bring. Expect cosy recommendations, and conversation that flows like a long lunch with friends.
Monthly reads. Community favourites. Moments of calm. Gift ideas & lifestyle finds from the shop. No spoilers, no pressure - just stories worth sharing.
"Named after the heritage behind our brand, The Reading Table by Angela Reed is a space for slow moments, great books, and lovely conversations."- Kate Reed
The Sunshine Teashop
by Jaimie Admans
Welcome to Thimblenouth: where the kettle is always on and fresh starts and unexpected love are waiting. 🧁🫖
Dolly Lymford is having one of those days…The kind that starts with dreams of opening a café… and ends with discovering your boyfriend kissing your best friend!
Heartbroken and with nowhere else to go, Dolly accidentally-on-purpose borrows her now-ex-boyfriend’s campervan and drives until the road runs out. This leads her to Thimblenouth, a picture-perfect Yorkshire Dales village where life moves more slowly and the kettle is always on.
After literally bumping into gorgeous local builder Reece Sterling, Dolly begins to feel something she hasn’t in a long time: safe. She also rediscovers her love of baking, filling the campervan with the scent of warm scones and freshly brewed tea. And Reece is always around to share a lemon pie or two...
When Dolly has an idea to open her own pop-up café, Reece is all too happy to help. And as the summer sun begins to warm everything it touches, Dolly wonders if she’s finally found a place to call home... maybe even with Reece.
But can she really build a future on borrowed wheels?
A warm, uplifting story of fresh starts, village kindness, and finding love where you least expect it — best enjoyed with tea and cake. 🍰
Pick up a copy, settle in, and join us at The Reading Table.
Tom Lake
by Ann Patchett
Set on a cherry orchard in Michigan during a quiet summer, the story unfolds as a mother tells her daughters about the youthful romance that shaped her life. As the past and present intertwine, the novel gently explores love, memory, family and the stories we carry with us.
Thoughtful, atmospheric and beautifully written, Tom Lake is the perfect book to accompany the slower days of early spring.
Pick up a copy, settle in, and join us at The Reading Table.
January's Book Choice
59 Minutes by Holly Seddon
What would you do if you had fifty-nine minutes left?
When a nationwide alert announces that missiles are set to destroy England in under an hour, normal life fractures instantly. 59 Minutes follows three women racing against time to reach and protect their families, navigating fear, danger, and impossible choices as society begins to break down around them.
Gripping, emotional, and thought-provoking, this real-time thriller explores love, instinct, and humanity under extreme pressure. A powerful Reading Table choice for fans of high-stakes suspense and conversation-starting fiction.
December's Book Choice
The Christmas Cracker Killer by Alexandra Benedict
This December, The Reading Table is celebrating the brand new festive mystery from Alexandra Benedict — the reigning queen of Christmas crime.
When a series of beautifully wrapped Christmas crackers begins appearing around town — each hiding a sinister riddle — retired schoolteacher Edie O’Sullivan suspects someone is playing a very dangerous game. As the clues grow darker and the bodies begin to fall, Edie must put the puzzle together before the killer’s final ‘bang’ brings the season to a chilling close.
Sharp, clever and packed with Benedict’s signature Christmas atmosphere, The Christmas Cracker Killer is the perfect December read for cosy evenings, book lovers, and anyone who enjoys their festive sparkle with a twist of mystery.
November's Book Choice
One of Us by Elizabeth Day
A gripping, character-rich story of betrayal, buried scandals, and the cost of power. One of Us draws us into the glittering yet fragile world of the Fitzmaurice family — a dynasty where privilege hides old wounds and ambition comes at a price.
When Martin, once best friends with rising politician Ben Fitzmaurice, is unexpectedly invited back into the family’s orbit, old loyalties and deeper secrets begin to surface. From Serena, the wife trapped in her gilded cage, to Cosima, the daughter rebelling against her inheritance, each voice reveals another crack in the façade. As the past and present collide, one family — and a nation — face their reckoning.
Sharp, layered, and quietly devastating, One of Us explores friendship, class, and the weight of belonging — an unforgettable read for autumn nights.
