No Longer Human by Osamu Dazai
A Thousand Splendid Suns By Khaled Hosseini
Things Fall Apart By Chinua Achebe
Hippie By Paulo Coelho
The Song of Achilles by Madeline Miller
The Seven Husbands Of Evelyn Hugo by Taylor Jenkins Reid
Kingdom of the Cursed by Kerri Maniscalco
Our Violent Ends by Chloe Gong
Persuasion by Jane Austen
Family of Liars: The Prequel to We Were Liars by E. Lockhart
We Were Liars by E. Lockhart has a prequel novella called Family of Liars. The affluent and dysfunctional Sinclair family is followed as they assemble on their private island for the summer in this narrative. The novella explores the secrets, lies, and deceptions that characterize the Sinclair's' relationships with one another and the outside world from Candace's perspective, the family's ambitious and crafty matriarch. A horrific catastrophe that foreshadows the events of We Were Liars occurs as tensions escalate as family members vie for dominance and control. A compelling and thrilling story about luxury, greed, and the worst aspects of family dynamics is found in Family of Liars.
The Setting Sun By Osamu Dazai
A family's fall is the focus of Osamu Dazai's book The Setting Sun, which is set in post-World War Two Japan. Upon her return to Japan from her affluent life in China, the protagonist, Kazuko, discovers that her family is having a difficult time adjusting to the country's shifting political and social landscape. While her mother, who is accustomed to a luxurious lifestyle, must deal with the realities of poverty, her brother Naoji is a frustrated writer. Even with dealing with their own problems and setbacks, they learn about the more significant societal changes that are reshaping Japan. The Setting Sun presents a touching and perceptive analysis of post-war Japanese society and identity through its vivid descriptions and reflective storytelling.
Carrie Soto Is Back by Taylor Jenkins Reid
Follow Carrie Soto on a path of rediscovery and personal development in Taylor Jenkins Reid's compelling novel "Carrie Soto Is Back." This book examines the intricacies of relationships, the pursuit of passions, and the strength of the human spirit in the face of adversity with Reid's trademark depth and candor.
The Stationery Shop of Tehran by Kamali Marjan
10 Minutes 38 Seconds In This Strange World By Elif Shafak
The Flea Palace By Elif Shafak
Pride And Prejudice By Jane Austen
The Prince and the Pauper By Mark Twain
The Island of Missing Trees By Elif Shafak
Satan’s Affair by H.D. Carlton
H.D. Carlton's "Satan's Affair" is a suspenseful psychological thriller that dives into the shadowy and enigmatic world of forbidden passions. A tortured protagonist soon finds herself bound in a web of deceit, manipulation, and supernatural elements after getting involved in a risky affair with a beguiling and mysterious stranger. This novel questions ideas of morality and makes readers wonder where the lines between good and evil should be drawn because of its thrilling plot and in-depth examination of the human psyche.
The Girls Who Disappeared by Claire Douglas
The Girls Who Disappeared" by Claire Douglas is a riveting psychological thriller that plunges readers into a small town's sinister secrets. When two teenage girls vanish without a trace, the community is gripped by fear and suspicion. Unraveling a web of hidden relationships and dark truths, this suspenseful page-turner explores the chilling depths of human nature and the harrowing consequences of secrets kept. Prepare for a pulse-pounding journey that will leave you breathless until the shocking finale.
Daisy Jones & The Six by Taylor Jenkins Reid
Taylor Jenkins Reid's "Daisy Jones & The Six" is an engrossing book that chronicles the growth and dissolution of a renowned rock band from the 1970s. It explores the complex relationships, creative interests, and personal challenges of the band members, especially the mysterious lead singer Daisy Jones. It is written in an interview-style format. The book offers an immersive voyage through the music scene, love, and the cost of fame thanks to its captivating plot and vivid storytelling.
War Horse by Michael Morpurgo
A young farm horse named Joey embarks on an astonishing trip in Michael Morpurgo's moving novel "War Horse" against the backdrop of World War I. The unshakable link between Joey and his young owner, Albert, is explored in this engrossing book. Albert is determined to find his beloved friend after they are tragically separated. Joey's voyage leads him through terrifying fights and surprising allies as the war rages on, exposing the true resiliency of the human spirit and the enduring power of friendship and hope. A classic work of literature that appeals to readers of all ages.
Sense And Sensibility By Jane Austen.
The classic novel "Sense and Sensibility" by Jane Austen recounts the lives of Elinor and Marianne Dashwood as they navigate love, heartbreak, and social expectations in 19th-century England. Austen spins a compelling tale of opposing personalities and the triumph of sense over sensibility with humor, charm, and astute social satire.
The Forty Rules Of Love By Elif Shafak
The Kite Runner By Khaled Hosseini
To Kill A Mockingbird By Harper Lee
The Extraordinary Cases Of Sherlock Holmes By Arthur Conan Doyle
A Christmas Carol By Charles Dickens
A Christmas Carol is a play about a mean-spirited and selfish old man, Ebenezer Scrooge, who hates Christmas.
One cold Christmas Eve, Scrooge is unkind to the people who work for him, then refuses to give to charity, and then is rude to his nephew when he invites him to spend Christmas with him.
When Scrooge gets home, he is visited by the ghost of his old business partner Jacob Marley – and then by three ghosts! They are the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Christmas Present and Christmas Future.
The Ghost of Christmas Past takes Scrooge on a journey through Christmases from his past, taking Scrooge to see himself as an unhappy child and a young man more in love with money than his fiancé.
The Ghost of Christmas Present shows Scrooge his clerk, Bob Cratchit’s family. At Bob Cratchit’s house Scrooge sees Tiny Tim, who is very ill, but full of spirit. The ghost then takes him to see his nephew Fred’s Christmas celebrations - which he had been invited to, but rebuffed.
Finally, The Ghost of Christmas Future terrifies Scrooge by showing him visions of his own death…
The ghosts’ journey through time teaches Scrooge the error of his ways. When he wakes up on Christmas Day he is full of excitement, and buys the biggest turkey in the shop for the Cratchit family before spending the day with his nephew, full of the joys of Christmas.
