The Vanishing Half by Brit Bennett (Dialogue Books)
“This has just come out in the UK in ebook – it’s out in hardback on 11 June. It’s a story about two twins in the Deep South of the 1950s: they’re both black, but very light-skinned, and one of them can pass as white. She chooses to do that, and leaves her roots and her twin sister behind. It’s a beautiful and profound meditation on identity and how we become who we are.” £14.99, Waterstones
Clinique High Impact Mascara
“I’ve only just started using it and honestly, it makes my lashes look so much longer and more defined than they are.” £20, Lookfantastic
Secret Smokehouse Smoked Salmon Pate
“This smokehouse in London Fields does incredible pate. I love all of their stuff – I’m obsessed with smoked fish.” £6.50, Secret Smokehouse
Made Faux Sheepskin Armchair
“This chair fits perfectly into the corner of my landing without overwhelming the space, and it’s really comfortable. The cat likes it as well, so that’s a good sign.” £349, Made