@zoffiel That reminds me of my parents - my Dad used to read the penny dreadful Westerns and detective books because they made him laugh and my Mum used to have about 6 Mills & Boon's on the go because it didn't matter which one she picked up.
I think my favourite book over the last couple of years (recommended by someone on this forum) was "A Man Called Ove". It's not one that will jump out at you from the shelves but the story is wonderful - funny, moving and sad. Loved it.
Other than that, I tend to go for the crime thrillers and I really enjoyed "It's All Fun & Games Until Somebody Loses an Eye" by Chris Brookmyre - sort of Shirley Valentine meets The Long Kiss Goodnight.
