Colorless Tsukuru Tazaku and His Years of Pilgrimage – Haruki Murakami

Surrealism

“The themes of finding closure for unresolved personal negativities really resonated with me.” – Nate

The Space Between – Brenna Yovanoff

Fantasy

“This is a book about being deeply flawed, and how even as you’re trying to be better, it’s honest to let those things stay a part of you.” – Kali

The Last Unicorn – Peter Beagle

Fantasy/Children’s

“It Reminds me that there’s magic in the world even if you can’t see it.” – Becky

The Prisoner of Azkaban – J. K. Rowling

Fantasy

“I enjoyed it.” – Richard

The Old Man and the Sea – Ernest Hemingway

Literary Fiction

“This is one of Hemingway’s most compelling books due to the religious themes and the focus on minority groups, at a time when prejudice in America was prevalent.” – Kyle

The Great Gatsby – F. Scott Fitzgerald

Literary Fiction

“A good narrative that gives a view into the minds of the characters.” – Lexi

Gone – Michael Grant

Science Fiction

“It’s very entertaining and has a mystery you want to solve.” – Heather

Ties of Shooting Stars – Keigo Higashino

Detective

“The mystery keeps you guessing, and the build-up for the plot twist has a great payoff.” – Derek

The Thief Lord – Cornelia Funke

Children’s

“I found it really empowering as a child, with these kids taking care of themselves and fighting for good.” – Amy

The Lightning Thief – Rick Riordan

Fantasy

“I like Greek mythology, and the book’s funny, witty humor.” – Tim

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