The world is filled with great literature for all tastes, but there are some classic novels that are just must-reads. From romances to science and fiction, and even adventures, this list will you give you 13 timeless novels you should read in your 20s.

1. The Little Prince

Perhaps a child's book for the adults. This book will take you into a journey of friendship, love, and loss. If you want to get even riskier, try reading it in its original language, French.

2. The Alchemist

The most well known Brazilian novel. Through the adventures of a shepherd, this story will open your eyes to the world and what life has to offer. It has also been translated to more than 70 languages since 2016.

3. Moby Dick

A Novel about revenge, friendship, and honor, this is a white whale hunt story like no other.

4. The Great Gatsby

A classic. Set during the 1920s this heartbreaking romance is a must read. From the charms of the beautiful Daisy to the discoveries of the mysterious men next door, "The Great Gatsby" will captivate the reader and make them fall in love with Fitzgerald's writings.

5. To Kill a Mockingbird

A great read for every human out there. Be ready to feel inspired by a social change after this.

6. Harry Potter

You could either be 10 or 30 years old, this series of books has no age limit. From the adventures of wizards in a fiction land, the novel teaches lessons about the real meaning of friendship and loyalty.

7. 1984

A George Orwell's dystopia as a reminder that the Big Brother is always watching. From all the social media and content sharing today, Orwell's keeps getting more relatable through time.

8. Where The Wild Things Are

Another one for the children/ adults book. A novel about anger, imagination and the reality behind of some our real fears. Plus Barack Obama has read this book several times for children during the White House Easter Egg Roll.

9. Don Quixote

Only the most influential Spanish literature work. This adventurous romance will keep your heart in your hands.

10. The Hobbit

Maybe it is because I'm a big Tolkien fan, but there is no denying that this book is indeed great. Bilbo Baggins will have space in your hobbit hole after this one.

11. Fahrenheit 451

Sometimes you just don't know what you'll miss until it's gone. This one is for all the book lovers out there.

12. The book of unknown Americans

I have been catching myself reading a lot of books about immigrants lately, and this one has caught my attention. Through the story of poverty and romance, there is a lot to learn with this reading.

13. In our time

Ernest Hemingway's short stories. Through his time in Paris, these short stories capture betrayal, sadness, and grief. Who doesn't like these kinds of obscure stories anyways?

So turn off from facebook for a moment, and dive in with the books!