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#74. We Are Okay by Nina LaCour (Sep. 2025)
Introduction:We Are Okay is a coming-of-age novel by Nina LaCour, published in 2017. The book introduces Marin, a college freshman who distances herself from her past after the death of her grandfather, the only family she had. Alone in her dorm during winter break, she is confronted by Mabel, her best friend, who forces her…
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#73. Sophie’s World by Jostein Gaarder (Aug. 2025)
Introduction:Sophie’s World is a philosophical fiction by Norwegian writer Jostein Gaarder, published in 1991. It is about a teenage girl named Sophie who begins receiving mysterious lessons on the history of philosophy, leading her on a journey through major philosophical ideas and thinkers. As she learns more, she discovers that she and her world are…
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#72. The Elements of Style by William Strunk Jr. (July 2025)
Introduction: The Elements of Style is a writing manual by William Strunk Jr. and was published in 1999. It is about grammar, writing instructions, and tips for essays. It is a brief writing guide that emphasizes clarity, brevity, proper grammar, and strong composition to help writers pass their ideas more effectively. It is a useful…
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#71. Things Fall Apart by Chinua Achebe (July 2025)
Introduction: Things Fall Apart is a traditional novel written by Chinua Achebe, published in 1958. It is about Okonkwo, a renowned fighter and warrior who defeated one of the best, gaining respect and fame in the Igbo tribe. However, the book gradually exposes Okonkwo’s wrongdoings as well as his insecurities, lowering his status in the…
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#70. The Kite Runner by Khaled Hosseini (Jul. 2025)
Introduction: The Kite Runner is a historical novel written by Khaled Hosseini, an Afghan-American author. It was published in 2003. The book introduces itself with the main character and a narrator, Amir, who tells the story of his childhood with his best friend, Hassan. However, Hassan gets harmed by a bully, Assef, and Amir feels…
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#69. Anthem by Ayn Rand (Jun. 2025)
Introduction: Anthem is a dystopian fiction novella written by Ayn Rand, a Russian-American author. It was written in 1937 but published in 1946 in the United States. The story starts out with the ordinary life of Equality 7-2521, a six-foot-tall male who had been assigned their designated duties and roles. Despite strict rules that limit…
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#68. A Tale of Two Cities by Charles Dickens (Jun. 2025)
Introduction:A Tale of Two Cities is the twelfth novel written by Charles Dickens, published in 1859. The novel narrates the political and social aspects of the eighteenth century in both England and France. The book starts its plot with Mr. Lorry and Ms. Manette retrieving Ms. Manette’s father from the Bastille.Plot:Both France and England were…
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#67. Song of Freedom, Song of Dreams by Shari Green (Jun. 2025)
Introduction: Song of Freedom, Song of Dreams is a young adult novel in stanzas, published in 2024. The book follows a young pianist named Helena who is devastated when her best friend Katrin flees East Germany before the Berlin Wall fell. Lucas, another musician who supports her in achieving her goal of becoming a conductor,…
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#66. Wuthering Heights by Emily Brontë (Jun. 2025)
Introduction: Wuthering Heights is a classic novel by Emily Brontë, published in 1847. It is known for being the only novel written by Emily Brontë. The book sets its plot in the mansion of Wuthering Heights, where Lockwood seeks shelter. He discovers the famous story of Wuthering Heights, which tells the passionate story of Heathcliff…
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#65. Starter Villain by John Scalzi (Jun. 2025)
Introduction: Starter Villain is a science fiction novel by John Scalzi, published in 2023. The book sets the plot in a unique villainous place on Earth. The book follows the main character, Charlie, who inherits his uncle’s supervillain business after he passes away. He becomes affiliated with the world of spy cats, talking dolphins, and…
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