Author Jonathan Franzen takes readers on a dark ride in 'Purity'.

Five books to read this month

If you're up for it, author Jonathan Franzen has another ride in store. We review his book, 'Purity', plus four others.

Why Quentin Bryce favoured colour

She brought style to the role of governor-general and was not afraid to use sartorial flair to make statements of the kind she couldn't make...

Maserati gets the Zegna silk touch

Turin-based Maserati is the latest car manufacturer to collaborate with a luxury fashion label. But there's more to this strategy than meets...