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Having read five out of the six books, the speaker expressed an enjoyable surprise with the selection. The differing reactions from readers strengthen the appeal of these titles, indicating a lively discourse surrounding each one. Despite initially predicting only two books from the longlist that made it to the shortlist, the speaker finds the unpredictability of the outcome invigorating.
Favorite Non-Shortlisted Work
While the shortlist offers intriguing choices, the speaker's personal favorite was "Nesting," a novel that unfortunately did not make the cut. Its absence raises questions about the selection process and heightens anticipation for readers eager to uncover which book might actually take home the prize when it is announced on June 12.