For every scandalous, heartrending, on-the-edge-of-your-seat-thrilling television show, there's a fantastic book that's sure to please fans while they await a new episode or season.

Sitting in a dark movie theater, leaning forward with your eyes fixed on the screen and hands clenching the edge of the seat, you hear the couple behind you "whisper" : "is that Matt Damon?"

Try and keep your thighs clear of the edge of your seat.