I am a reading enthusiast; I can spend hours out of a day just simply reading a good book. But, ever since I started college two years ago, I have not had the time to recreationally read like I want to. Fortunately, this summer I have oodles of time on my hands and I actually have money to blow on books. So, I went to the bookstore and I browsed around, and the following books are my all-time favorites and what I recommend everybody to read if ya'll are already tired of netflixing and chilling.
Book #1: "The Girl With All The Gifts" by M.R Carey
If you all are into Utopian/Dystopian novels, this book is right up your alley. I can't really go into the details of the book, because then I would totally be spoiling the surprise plot twist, but I will tell you all it is a lot like Will Smith's film "I am Legend." Also, the movie for this novel will be coming out later this year under the title "She Who Brings Gifts."
Book #2: "Gone Girl" by Gillian Lynn
The movie for this book came out about two years ago, but it's nothing like the novel; the main character, Amy Dunne, is way more intense and psychotic. If you all are into mind games, plot twists, and mature content, this book is for you. I would recommend ya'll to read the book first, if you haven't seen the movie yet.
Book #3: "The Great Gatsby" by F. Scott Fitzgerald
I read this novel about two years ago in my senior AP Literature class in high school. Even though this was required reading, it is still one of my all-time favorite reads. I did see the movie starring Leonardo DiCaprio before I read the book, but it did not sway my view of the book. If you guys are into twisted love triangles, extravagant parties, and sad love stories, go read this book!
Book #4: "The Bluest Eye" by Tony Morrison
Toni Morrison is one of my favorite authors--she can be vulgar in her writings, but what she writes is raw and I love that. This book, "The Bluest Eye," is one of those vulgar novels. But she touches on issues that affect people of color every day. Although this book was written years ago, it is still relevant for audiences today. I also recommend you all to read "Beloved," another book by Tony Morrison
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Book #5: "The Kite Runner" by Khaled Hosseini
Last but not least, "The Kite Runner" is a book that teaches a very valuable lesson--never forsake your family or friends. I love this book because it is based on a culture that I am not familiar with, but still evoked a sympathetic emotion out of me. I believe it is a book all millenials need to read. Even though at the end of the novel you will end up hating the main character, Amir, because he is the actual definition of a coward, this story is a story of forgiveness, retribution, and family.
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I hope you guys read my recommendations and learn something from these books. Happy reading!
