Can we all just take a minute to appreciate the fact that it's only 337 days 'til Christmas?!
Nope...okay then...
For this week's post, I thought I'd give you a list of some of my favourite books that could probably last you the rest of the year! I absolutely love books, like literally, I probably read too much, if that's possible...
I thought I'd give you a book for each genre; check them out!
Classic: To Kill a Mockingbird
Author: Harper Lee
Summary: To Kill a Mockingbird is a beautifully written and moving novel set during the Great Depression, following Scout Finch as her father, a lawyer, defends an innocent black man accused of raping a white woman. In this work of pure genius, Lee explores the themes of racial equality, love and a determination for freedom, all through a young girl's eyes.
Rating out of 10: 10
Historical Fiction: The Kite Runner (for older readers)
Author: Khaled Hosseini
Summary: Set in Afghanistan, 1975, Hosseini tells the tragically moving story of Amir Khan, a man with a secret. With this secret comes guilt, grief and a burning desire to fix what he did. However, when an opportunity comes for him to do this, it brings with it a mystifying journey filled with tears, joy and suspense. An utterly amazing read, written by a true literary genius.
Rating out of 10: 9
Author: Harper Lee
Summary: To Kill a Mockingbird is a beautifully written and moving novel set during the Great Depression, following Scout Finch as her father, a lawyer, defends an innocent black man accused of raping a white woman. In this work of pure genius, Lee explores the themes of racial equality, love and a determination for freedom, all through a young girl's eyes.
Rating out of 10: 10
Historical Fiction: The Kite Runner (for older readers)
Author: Khaled Hosseini
Summary: Set in Afghanistan, 1975, Hosseini tells the tragically moving story of Amir Khan, a man with a secret. With this secret comes guilt, grief and a burning desire to fix what he did. However, when an opportunity comes for him to do this, it brings with it a mystifying journey filled with tears, joy and suspense. An utterly amazing read, written by a true literary genius.
Rating out of 10: 9
Mystery: The Parter
Author: John Grisham
Summary: This thrilling novel follows Patrick Lanigan, a supposedly dead man suspected of stealing a large sum of money- after he died. As the case is uncovered, the story of what really happened is revealed. Shocking, humorous and fantastically written; this definitely has my recommendation!
Rating out of 10: 8
Romance: The Last Song
Author: Nicholas Sparks
Summary: Love, loss, heartbreak and joy; this magnificent story will stay with you forever. In this novel, Sparks tells the story of Ronnie, a teenage girl whose life has been turned upside down after moving halfway across the country to live with her father. We follow her as she fixes her long-broken relationship with her father, rediscovers her passion for music and, inevitably, falls in love. However, weaved within the novel are lies, tragedies and heartbreak. A beautifully written and unforgettable novel.
Rating out of 10: 7
Author: John Grisham
Summary: This thrilling novel follows Patrick Lanigan, a supposedly dead man suspected of stealing a large sum of money- after he died. As the case is uncovered, the story of what really happened is revealed. Shocking, humorous and fantastically written; this definitely has my recommendation!
Rating out of 10: 8
Romance: The Last Song
Author: Nicholas Sparks
Summary: Love, loss, heartbreak and joy; this magnificent story will stay with you forever. In this novel, Sparks tells the story of Ronnie, a teenage girl whose life has been turned upside down after moving halfway across the country to live with her father. We follow her as she fixes her long-broken relationship with her father, rediscovers her passion for music and, inevitably, falls in love. However, weaved within the novel are lies, tragedies and heartbreak. A beautifully written and unforgettable novel.
Rating out of 10: 7
Screenplay: An Inspector Calls
Author: J.B Priestly
Summary: All is well in the Birling household- until the inspector arrives. A young girl has commit suicide, and it seems that every member of the Birling family has a connection to her death. As the mystery is uncovered, Priestly wonderfully explores the themes of social change, generational division, responsibility and class.
Rating out of 10: 9
Thanks for reading! Please let me know in the comments if you've read/enjoyed any of these books, or if you have any good book recommendations!
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