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Books That Should Be Read At Least Once in a Lifetime
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items These books truly made an impact on the person I am today 📚
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A neurosurgeon gets spinal cancer and it's his memoir. Beautifully written and makes you understand his thoughts while going from doctor to patient. The sense of urgency can be felt and I would recommend it for anyone going into medicine.
When Breath Becomes Air: Pulitzer Prize Finalist by Paul Kalanithi, Hardcover
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A dystopian society that values industry, lack of individuality, and drugs. The second to last chapter is one of the most influential pieces of literature I have ever read.
Brave New World by Aldous Huxley, Paperback
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A beautifully written memoir of a girl that grows up with a dreamer father and a mother that has a few issues.
The Glass Castle by Jeannette Walls, Paperback
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I loved reading this book and understanding what a badass she is. Also, loved seeing a goofy side of our former president.
Becoming by Michelle Obama, Paperback
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A classic book that everyone should read at least once in their lifetime. A dystopian novel that warms against totalitarianism and an unchecked government. Very relevant to today's world.
1984 by George Orwell, Paperback
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Every time I reread this book, I grasp a new layer. Discussed corruption of power and how original ideas quickly fall to the wayside in order to gain control.
Animal Farm - George Orwell
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Told from the POV of death during WWII, this book is truly unique.
The Book Thief by Markus Zusak, Paperback
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A dystopian novel where women are seen as property in this totalitarian government. Very relevant to today.
The Handmaid's Tale by Margaret Atwood, Paperback
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Currently reading this book. A memoir of a girl who grew up in secluded Mormon Idaho, whose father was a doomsdayer. This is the story of how she chose her own route in life, choosing education and a career over what she has always known.
Educated: A Memoir by Tara Westover, Paperback
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Can you tell I love a dystopian novel? I read this in middle school and loved it. A boy realizes he wants more to life and to actually experience joy and color.
The Giver (Newbery Medal Winner) by Lois Lowry, Paperback
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As I get older, I realize how much deeper this book was. It can be read at surface level, shipping Peta and Katniss, or you can focus on the oppression of the capital. Their hoarding of wealth at the hands of the districts. Or their pro life agenda i...
The Hunger Games Book Series
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I loved reading this classic in school. It deals with prejudice in the south in the 1930's. Told from the perspective of a young girl learning the bad of the world.
To Kill a Mockingbird (Pulitzer Prize Winner) by Harper Lee, Paperback
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Another dystopian novel where the main character is a firefighter tasked with burning books. He steals one and wonders why anyone would ever burn info.
Fahrenheit 451: A Novel by Ray Bradbury, Paperback
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I really do think about this book a lot. A plane crashes on a remote island with a group of boys. It discusses mob mentality, corruption of power, survival, and an interesting dynamic.
Lord of the Flies by William Golding, Paperback
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An interesting story of both the moms and the kids and their dynamics. Race plays a huge theme in this book.
Little Fires Everywhere by Celeste Ng, Paperback
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The humor and grace she tells her story through while talking about something so traumatic is truly impressive.
I'm Glad My Mom Died by Jennette McCurdy, Hardcover