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My favorite book recs
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items This is a list of my favorite books! The ones I loved the most and that I feel like recommending because they teach some of the most important lessons.
The love story between Patroclus and Achilles is tender, tragic, and deeply human, It Retells the Iliad from Patroclus’ point of view, offering a more intimate, character-driven take on the myth. The writing is lyrical and poetic, yet accessible. It ...
The Song of Achilles by Madeline Miller, Paperback
It gives voice to a usually secondary mythological figure, showing her growth, pain, and power. The prose is poetic yet clear, blending mythology with emotional realism. Circe is portrayed with nuance: vulnerable, strong, curious, defiant. Explores i...
Circe by Madeline Miller
Gothic, intellectual, and immersive , perfect for fans of dark academia.
Guilt, beauty, morality, obsession, elitism, and the corrupting power of ideas. Elegant and philosophical, blending rich description with psychological insight. Complex relation...
The Secret History by Donna Tartt
Nora finds herself in a library between life and death, where each book is a path not taken.
As she explores alternate lives, she must decide what makes life meaningful-and whether hers is worth living.
The Midnight Library by Matt Haig
Connell and Marianne, two Irish teenagers from different social classes, form an intense, complicated bond. As they grow and change through university, they navigate love, identity, and the quiet, painful beauty of real connection.
Normal People by Sally Rooney
Dorian Gray remains eternally youthful while his portrait ages and reveals the
corruption of his soul. A dark meditation on vanity, morality, and the dangers of living for beauty and pleasure above all else.
The Picture of Dorian Gray - Oscar Wilde