Thank you all so much. Now I've got a spreadsheet full of suggestions! I'm surprised at the relief I feel at having such a list to draw from - I feel a little less like I am flying blind. I do feel slightly ridiculous to have such a poor knowledge of fiction - we have a house full of books, many of which will stand her in good stead if she's interested in politics, history and philosophy down the track, but perhaps I'll take this chance to share some fiction with her. Thanks again smile