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15 Books That Will Make You Fall in Love with Reading Again
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items i'm an avid reader, and i try to read books that span all genres: memoirs, realistic fiction, mysteries, thrillers, historical fiction and classics. there's nothing more satisfying than a good plotline and quality prose, so i thought i'd build my per...
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Memoirs
Historical Fiction
Realistic Fiction
Mysteries & Thrillers
Classics
Memoirs
westover's writing is civilized and persuasive: there is no greater tool to change your circumstances than an education. this memoir will have you reflecting on your own circumstances and the political aspect of education.
Educated: A Memoir
one of the most moving books i've read: emotional, thought-provoking, and intentional. it's divded into short “chapters” which make the book fly by.
The Glass Castle: A Memoir (book)
a charming description of the trials and triumphs that all young women face. this one will have you laughing and saying “i've been there too!”
Everything I Know About Love: A Memoir
Historical Fiction
possibly my favorite book of all time. the story of two young boys in afghanistan, this book will make you smile, laugh, and bawl your eyes out.
The Kite Runner
an epic tale about the resilience of women and strength of the human mind. this is a must-read.
The Nightingale
a beautiful collection of short stories written by a vietnam war veteran. this book is a personification of war, armed conflict, and the consequences it has on people.
The Things They Carried: Pulitzer Finalist
Realistic Fiction
i read this book in one day. it's a beautifully-written, thought provoking story about love, expression, and doubt.
Normal People: A Novel: A Hulu Original Series
no wonder this got turned into a hulu show! i love the way celeste ng writes, and her characters are all very well developed. this novel is a mystery, and we see how class and social norms divide people with lots in common.
Little Fires Everywhere: A Novel
there's a chapter dedicated to each husband, and the plot line of this book is CRAZY! it's viral for a reason.
The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo: A Novel
Mysteries & Thrillers
this book takes so many twists and turns, and you'll never see the end coming.
The Silent Patient
maybe you've seen the movie! i love the way the chapters switch perspectives between the two main characters.
Gone Girl
when my book club read this, no one was able to put it down. you'll be racing towards the end to try and understand what's happening.
Verity
Classics
a longer and denser read, but with genius symbolism and religious allusions. this book is a true work of art.
East of Eden (Penguin Twentieth Century Classics)
i nver thought i'd like a western, but this changed my mind. this is 100% one one of the great books of our time. mcmurtry does a phenomenal job with character arc and development.
Lonesome Dove: A Novel
one of the most influenetial books i've read. the lessons in this book are applicable to all facets of life.
The Alchemist: Modern Classic Fable of Dreams