Where to start reading Samantha Harvey’s books

From space to medieval England, to meditations on creativity and insomnia, the work of UK writer Samantha Harvey showcases remarkable depth and versatility. Her writing has been compared to that of Virginia Woolf, and fans of her books include Max Porter, Tessa Hadley and Mark Haddon. Harvey’s 2023 novel Orbital won the 2024 Booker Prize, where it was praised by judges for its ‘beauty and ambition’ – traits you can find across her entire body of work.

Here is our guide to Harvey’s captivating writing, which explores profound themes such as identity, time, memory, existence, and the world around us with a uniquely lyrical and affecting style.