If you’re anything like me, walking through the aisles of Barnes and Noble can be such a relaxing pass time. But in times when you really would like something new to read the amount of selections sure can be overwhelming! So, for the month of October, here to provide some of my favorite books I have read.
The Sun is Also a Star by Nicola Yoon
If you were a fan of Everything, Everything, you will not be disappointed in Yoon’s new book, The Sun is Also a Star! The book surrounds the phenomenon of falling in love and the differences between choice and by fate. Natasha, is the daughter of an immigrant family who is the obsessed with the idea that the universe is made of only science and very intricate calculations. She believes that nothing in the world happens by chance and there is no such thing as fate. While Daniel, is the son of a Korean-American family who believes strongly in fate and the power of poetry. The book follows these two perfect strangers as their worlds collide and nothing remains the same for these two people who have gone through life without seeing the opposing sides of their own beliefs. Nicola Yoon always provides immense diversity in her books by including different races and situations where human ethics are tested. This book itself deals with racial tensions while representing both sides with pure gracefulness. Definitely a great book to read for those cold fall days!
Looking for Alaska by John Green
I’m pretty bias when it comes to John Green simply because he one of my favorite authors and greatest inspirations when it comes to my own writing. Looking for Alaska is one of his books that takes on more of a poetic feel than his other famous works like, The Fault in Our Stars. Looking for Alaska was one of John’s first books he ever wrote, and yet I don’t believe it gets enough credit. Not to say his other books weren’t absolutely amazing, because they are, but this book definitely deserves more recognition than it receives. The book follows Miles, a teenage boy who obsesses over people’s last words, as he moves away from home to attend a boarding school. The book progresses and introduces the new friends he makes while at school, including a cynical beauty, Alaska. Alaska’s character is not only awkwardly charming but aesthetically pleasing and enigmatic personality. Another exciting factor of this book is how poetic it is. The word choice and the deeper truths of the overall theme of the book is what makes this such a great read. An amazing read for those days to cuddle up with a blanket and stay in on a rainy day!
That’s all for now folks! If you would like to see more of these book recommendations tune in every third week month to see which books made my list.
