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2023's best books: Victorian sex, apocalypse and Prince Harry

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Book Reviews, Best of 23, and Irish Literature

This chapter explores the role of the critics in reviewing books, creating the best of 23 list, and their involvement in the Booker Prize. It discusses the winner, Prophet Song by Paul Lynch, and the debate surrounding its portrayal of refugees. The chapter also highlights Irish literature, discussing various themes and notable works, including a focus on dystopian futures and the apocalypse.

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