Book Recommendations

Here are some books that we've done for our book club so far, as well as some other recommendations. They are in no particular order.

1. The Book Thief

Genre(s): Historical Fiction, Young Adult Fiction

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This book is a wonderful historical fiction novel that takes place during World War II. It is narrated by Death and follows the young Liesel and her life in Nazi Germany. From heartwarming friendships to unexpected twists and turns the story is definitely worth the read. 

2. Code Name Verity

Genre(s): Historical Fiction, Young Adult Fiction, Spy fiction

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This book is an incredible and heartwarming story about a friendship between a pilot and a spy set in World War II Nazi-occupied France. We would definitely recommend this book for anyone who loves stories of friendship and perseverance even in the hardest of circumstances. It is definitely a more difficult read but if you can stick through the slight confusion of the first half you will definitely find that the story is worthwhile.

3. To Kill a Mockingbird

Genre(s): Historical Fiction

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This is a classic that deserves all its praise. It takes place during the Great Depression and is narrated in a witty and funny way by Scout. It draws comparisons between the children and the adults as it follows two storylines both with the message not to judge a book by its cover. Overall this book is definitely worth a look.

4. The Watcher

Genre(s): Historical Fiction, Children's Literature

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This book is an easier read but still really good. It takes place during WWII and is about a girl who is kidnapped and taken to Nazi Germany. She is forced to navigate through this new and unfamiliar world with only her trusty dog companion to confide in. It is a great story and a lighter read. Although the ending is a bit abrupt I would still recommend giving this story a look if it sounds interesting to you.

5. Number the Stars

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Genre(s): Historical Fiction, Children's Literature

This book won the Newbery medal and takes place during WWII. It’s about the escape of a Jewish family from Denmark. The main character is Annemarie Johnson, who has a Jewish friend Ellen.

6. The Elephant Thief

Genre(s): Historical Fiction

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This book is one we came across accidentally and really liked. It follows an orphan boy who is given the name, Danny who rides an elephant from Edinburgh to Manchester and all the adventures he has along the way. We would definitely recommend giving this book a look if that sounds interesting.

7. Little Women

Genre(s): Historical Romance, Comedy

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This is a great classic novel. It follows the lives of the four March sisters. It is loosely based on the author’s (Louisa May Alcott) life with her sisters.

8. The Hunger Games(series)

Genre(s): Dystopian fiction, Young Adult Fiction

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This series is super addicting and you won’t want to put it down. Taking place in a dystopian world where children are forced to fight to the death in a yearly pageant and following a young 16-year old as she tries to navigate through it this is a book that is definitely worth a read.

9. Wrinkle in Time

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This book won the Newbery Medal and is really entertaining. It follows the journey of Meg, her brother, and her friend through space and time. 

Genre(s): Fantasy, Science Fiction, Children's Literature

10. Island of the Blue Dolphins

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Genre(s): Historical fiction, Young adult fiction

This book is about a 12-year old girl who is stranded alone on the California coast for 18 years.