Death Comes for the Archbishop by Willa Cather
“Death Comes for the Archbishop” by Willa Cather tells the story of two French priests who establish a Catholic diocese in New Mexico and face various challenges and conflicts.
Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry by Mildred D. Taylor
Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry by Mildred D. Taylor tells the story of a young African American girl named Cassie and her family’s struggles against racism in the 1930s Mississippi.
Catching Fire by Suzanne Collins
“Catching Fire” by Suzanne Collins is the second book in the Hunger Games trilogy, following Katniss Everdeen as she becomes the symbol of rebellion against the oppressive Capitol.
The Sea Wolf by Jack London
The Sea Wolf by Jack London is a gripping tale of a literary critic who is rescued by a brutal and enigmatic sea captain, and the power struggle that ensues.
One Day in the Life of Ivan Denisovich by Aleksandr Isaevich Solzhenitsyn
One Day in the Life of Ivan Denisovich follows the life of a prisoner named Ivan Denisovich Shukhov as he endures the hardships of a Soviet labor camp.
Their Eyes Were Watching God by Zora Neale Hurston
“Their Eyes Were Watching God” by Zora Neale Hurston follows Janie Crawford’s journey of self-discovery and empowerment as she navigates love, loss, and identity in 1930s Florida.
The Book Thief by Markus Zusak
“The Book Thief” by Markus Zusak is a powerful story set in Nazi Germany, following a young girl named Liesel Meminger as she steals books and learns the power of words.
The Betrothed by Alessandro Manzoni
“The Betrothed” by Alessandro Manzoni is a historical novel set in 17th-century Italy, following the love story of Renzo and Lucia amidst political and religious turmoil.
Adam Bede by George Eliot
Adam Bede, a strong and virtuous carpenter, falls in love with Hetty Sorrel, a beautiful but vain girl, leading to tragic consequences in their small community.
The House of the Spirits by Isabel Allende
“The House of the Spirits” by Isabel Allende is a captivating family saga set in Chile, exploring themes of love, politics, and the supernatural through three generations of the Trueba family.