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Books everybody should read *in my opinion*
Books that are better than movie or show version *in my opinion*
Books everybody should read *in my opinion*
There is a lot going on in the world right now… I think it would be helpful to read some of these books to realise what is going on…
it offers a powerful warning about the dangers of totalitarianism, surveillance, and the loss of individual freedom, making it deeply relevant even in today's world.
1984 by George Orwell
it highlights the importance of free thought, the dangers of censorship, and the value of literature in preserving humanity and critical thinking.
Fahrenheit 451: A Novel
‘’All animals are equal, but some animals are more equal than others.''
Animal Farm: 75th Anniversary Edition
it explores the consequences of a seemingly perfect society built on control, consumerism, and the loss of individuality.
Brave New World
it powerfully illustrates the dangers of extreme patriarchy, loss of women's rights, and the fragility of freedom in a dystopian society.
The Handmaid's Tale
it offers a haunting and thought-provoking exploration of alienation, identity, and the human condition through a surreal and symbolic narrative.
The Metamorphosis by F. Kafka
it compellingly portrays the absurdity and helplessness of an individual caught in an incomprehensible and oppressive bureaucratic system.
The Trial: A New Translation Based on the Restored Text
Books that are better than movie or show version *in my opinion*
I'm not saying movies or shows are bad or not worth watching, but I highly recommend reading before watching, and trust me on this one!
The Boy in the Striped Pajamas tells the story of an unlikely friendship between a German boy and a Jewish boy in a concentration camp during World War II, seen through the innocent eyes of a child.
The Boy in the Striped Pajamas
The Sun Is Also a Star is about a chance encounter between two teenagers from very different backgrounds who fall in love over the course of a single day, all while facing the reality of impending deportation and uncertain futures.
The Sun Is Also a Star
The Fault in Our Stars is about two teenagers with cancer who fall in love and navigate the complexities of life, love, and loss while confronting their own mortality.
The Fault in Our Stars
Paper Towns follows a teenager named Quentin as he embarks on a road trip to find his mysterious neighbor and longtime crush, Margo, uncovering truths about identity, perception, and growing up along the way.
Paper Towns
One of Us Is Lying is a mystery thriller about five high school students who enter detention, but only four come out alive, leading to a suspenseful investigation where everyone has secrets and motives.
One of Us Is Lying
All the Bright Places is about two struggling teenagers who form an unexpected bond while working on a school project, helping each other heal while confronting deep emotional pain and mental health challenges.
All the Bright Places
Love & Gelato follows a teenage girl who travels to Italy after her mother’s death, where she uncovers secrets about her mother’s past, discovers love, and learns to embrace life and adventure.
Love & Gelato
Anna Karenina is a tragic story about a passionate affair between Anna and Count Vronsky that leads to her social downfall, exploring themes of love, infidelity, and the complexities of Russian society.
Anna Karenina
A Man Called Ove is about a grumpy, isolated man whose life is changed when new neighbors move in next door, leading him to form unexpected friendships and rediscover the meaning of life and love.
A Man Called Ove: A Novel
Murder on the Orient Express is a classic detective novel in which renowned investigator Hercule Poirot solves a murder case aboard the famous train, uncovering a web of complex motives and surprising revelations.
Murder on the Orient Express: A Hercule Poirot Mystery
Arsène Lupin, Gentleman Burglar follows the adventures of Arsène Lupin, a charming and clever master thief who uses his wit and disguise skills to outsmart both the police and wealthy targets in a series of thrilling heists.
The Best of Lupin: Adventures of Arsène Lupin, Gentleman-Thief
The Phantom of the Opera is a gothic tale about a mysterious, disfigured man living beneath the Paris Opera House who falls in love with a young soprano, leading to obsession, tragedy, and a battle for her heart.
The Phantom of the Opera
one of the hardest books I’ve ever read…
The Book Thief|Paperback